Sport Tourers
2016Yamaha FJR1300AE
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The 2016 Yamaha FJR1300AE is a premium sport-touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and performance. Built around a powerful 1,300cc forward-inclined parallel engine, it features electronically adjustable suspension, heated grips, and comprehensive windscreen protection. This bike excels at devouring highways while maintaining agility in spirited riding, making it ideal for touring enthusiasts and experienced riders.
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 269.0 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 146.2 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 Yamaha FJR1300AE
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for covering big miles quickly and comfortably rather than for track days or off-road exploration.
- Built for
- A refined, shaft-driven sport tourer that blends strong inline-four performance with plush comfort and long-distance electronics like adaptive cornering lights.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a lightweight, flickable city commuter.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Power
- 146.2 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 152 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 6.50 litres/100 km (15.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5435 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
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Assist and slipper clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1544 mm
- Overall length
- 2230 mm
- Overall width
- 749 mm
- Overall height
- 1455 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Dry weight
- 269.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 292.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 25.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Oil capacity
- 4.90 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium, Diamond Shaped
- Front suspension
- Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 48 mm
- Rear suspension
- Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 124 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
- Tech Graphite, Matt Silver
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Windshield. Heated grips. Electronically adjustable suspension system.
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 | 2007 | 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2021 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Dry weight | 269 kg | 269 kg | 269 kg | 269 kg | 269 kg | 269 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 826 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.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 3 recalls may applyENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARENov 2021 · 21V865000
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2016-2021 FJR13 motorcycles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) programming installed under Recall 20V-813 (990141), that was designed to prevent gear damage, may prevent the engine from accelerating as intended.
Risk: A lack of acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they are repaired. Dealers will reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Motorcycles that were previously repaired under recall 20V-813 will need to return for the new remedy. Owner notification letters were mailed November 30, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990152.
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARSDec 2020 · 20V813000
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR13A and FJR13AE motorcycles. The second gear of the transmission can crack and break under high speed loads.
Risk: A broken gear can cause the transmission and rear wheel to lock causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reprogram the Engine Control Unit (ECU) and replace the main axle and drive axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990141. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCHDec 2020 · 20V814000
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2020 MTT9GT (Tracer GT), 2019 MXTGTKL (NIKEN GT), 2017-2020 MT10, 2018-2020 XTZ12 (Super Ténéré), 2013-2020 FJR13, 2018 XV19B (Star Eluder), and 2018-2021 XV19 (Star Venture) motorcycles. The front brake switch can fail due to increased resistance from silicon oxide.
Risk: Failure of the front brake switch can cause the brake light to stay on constantly and/or the cruise control system to shutoff unexpectedly. Both situations increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake switch, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990140. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.
These recalls cover some 2016 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all Yamaha recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha FJR1300AE?
The 2016 Yamaha FJR1300AE has a Capacity of 1298.0 ccm (79.21 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FJR1300AE have?
The 2016 Yamaha FJR1300AE has a Power of 146.2 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha FJR1300AE have?
The 2016 Yamaha FJR1300AE has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha FJR1300AE?
The 2016 Yamaha FJR1300AE has a Torque of 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha FJR1300AE weigh?
The 2016 Yamaha FJR1300AE has a Dry weight of 269.0 kg (593.0 pounds).
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