2006Yamaha FJR 1300

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The 2006 Yamaha FJR 1300 is a premium sport touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking high-speed touring capability with sporty handling. Its potent 1298cc inline-four engine delivers 141 horsepower and strong mid-range torque, making it ideal for long-distance highway cruising and spirited canyon carving. Known for its reliability and refinement, the FJR 1300 became the benchmark sport tourer of its generation.

Capacity: 1298.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 268.0 kg
Seat height: 805 mm
Power: 141.5 HP (104.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2006 Yamaha FJR 1300

vs the 2005

Spec	2005	2006
Power	141.5 HP (105.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM	141.5 HP (104.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Dry weight	—	268.0 kg (590.8 pounds)
Front suspension	48mm Soqi telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping	Telescopic fork, 48mm
Rear suspension	Single shock, link-type, w/adjustable preload and rebound damping	Swingarm (Link-type)
Wheelbase	1515 mm (59.6 inches)	1550 mm (61.0 inches)

Other years 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering70%

City riding45%

Daily riding75%

Touring96%

Two-up90%

Track40%

Best for: Built primarily for high-speed, long-distance sport touring where comfort, weather protection, and strong sustained performance matter more than outright agility.
Built for: A powerful, refined, and composed grand tourer that rewards smooth, confident riding with effortless highway cruising and strong overtaking power.
Not ideal for: Not a good match for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a light, flickable bike for tight urban commuting.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 805mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2006 Yamaha FJR 1300, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1298.0 ccm
Power: 141.5 HP (104.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque: 134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line four
Power/weight ratio: 0.5280 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 66.2 mm
Compression: 10.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Wet, multiple disc

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1550 mm
Overall length: 2240 mm
Overall width: 745 mm
Overall height: 1330 mm
Seat height: 805 mm
Dry weight: 268.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 25.00 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium
Front suspension: Telescopic fork, 48mm
Rear suspension: Swingarm (Link-type)
Front wheel travel: 135 mm
Rear wheel travel: 122 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 282 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2001	2002	2004	2005	2006
Capacity	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc
Dry weight	264 kg	264 kg	244 kg	—	268 kg
Seat height	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm
Fuel capacity	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L