Sport Tourers

2009Yamaha FJR1300AS

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The 2009 Yamaha FJR 1300 AS is a sophisticated sport-touring machine designed for serious long-distance riders seeking premium comfort and performance. Its 1298cc fuel-injected inline-four engine delivers impressive power and reliability, while its advanced features and ergonomic design make it ideal for extended touring expeditions at highway speeds.

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

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What’s new for the 2009 Yamaha FJR1300AS

vs the 2008

Spec	2008	2009
Torque	134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 99.1 ft.lbs) @ 13700 RPM	134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 99.1 ft.lbs)
Front suspension	Telescopic forks, 48mm	Telescopic forks, 48 mm
Rear suspension	Swingarm (link-suspension)	Swingarm (link suspension)

Other years 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering65%

City riding55%

Daily riding75%

Touring97%

Two-up90%

Track35%

Best for: Built for devouring long highway miles in comfort while still offering strong performance when the road turns twisty.
Built for: A powerful, refined sport-tourer that blends inline-four muscle with shaft-drive smoothness for effortless cross-country cruising.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for off-road adventures or riders seeking a light, flickable machine for tight urban commuting.

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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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 805mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 Yamaha FJR1300AS, 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)
EPA CO Emissions: 3.0 CO g/km
Torque: 134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
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
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
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: 1545 mm
Overall length: 2230 mm
Overall width: 750 mm
Overall height: 1315 mm
Seat height: 805 mm
Dry weight: 268.0 kg
Wet weight: 295.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 25.00 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Oil capacity: 4.90 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium, diamond shaped
Front suspension: Telescopic forks, 48 mm
Rear suspension: Swingarm (link suspension)
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: Black, gray, silver
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

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	2006	2009	2010	2013	2017	2020
Capacity	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc
Dry weight	268 kg	268 kg	268 kg	268 kg	268 kg	268 kg
Seat height	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm
Fuel capacity	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L