Sport Tourers
2005Yamaha FJR1300A
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The 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A is the ABS version of Yamaha's long-running sport tourer. Its liquid-cooled 1,298cc inline four makes 141.5 hp at 8,000 rpm and 134.4 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. An 805 mm seat, 290.8 kg wet weight and 25-litre tank suit fast, long-distance touring.
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 251.0 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 141.5 HP (104.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a fast, shaft-driven sport tourer for covering long distances quickly and comfortably rather than for aggressive track riding.
- Built for
- A powerful, refined in-line four with a shaft drive that delivers effortless high-speed cruising and strong long-haul stability.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable bike for tight urban commuting or off-road adventures.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- 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, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5637 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
- 1515 mm
- Overall length
- 2195 mm
- Overall width
- 760 mm
- Overall height
- 1435 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Dry weight
- 251.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 290.8 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 25.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Oil capacity
- 4.90 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium, Diamond Shaped
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork, 48mm tubes
- Rear suspension
- Link-type swingarm
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 125 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 109 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
Other
- Color options
- Silver storm, Galaxy blue
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 | 2004 | 2005 | 2008 | 2012 | 2016 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Dry weight | 251 kg | 251 kg | 265 kg | 265 kg | 265 kg | 265 kg |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm | 800 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha FJR1300A?
The 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Capacity of 1298.0 ccm (79.21 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FJR1300A have?
The 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Power of 141.5 HP (104.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha FJR1300A have?
The 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha FJR1300A?
The 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Torque of 134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 99.1 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha FJR1300A weigh?
The 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A has a Dry weight of 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds).
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