Sport Tourers

2012Yamaha FJR1300AS

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The 2012 Yamaha FJR1300AS is a sophisticated sport-touring machine designed for experienced riders seeking long-distance capability combined with spirited performance. Its 1298cc four-stroke inline engine delivers 143 horsepower and strong mid-range torque, making it equally at home on winding roads and highway miles. Known for its advanced electronics, comfortable ergonomics, and premium build quality, the FJR1300AS excels at covering ground quickly while maintaining rider comfort.

Capacity: 1298.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 268.0 kg
Seat height: 805 mm
Power: 143.0 HP (105.2 kW)

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What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha FJR1300AS

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Power	140.8 HP (103.6 kW)	143.0 HP (105.2 kW)

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 & trail15%

Cornering68%

City riding55%

Daily riding78%

Touring97%

Two-up90%

Track40%

Best for: Built primarily for high-speed, long-distance sport touring where comfort, weather protection, and sustained cruising performance matter more than outright agility.
Built for: A confident, refined mile-eater that blends inline-four power and shaft-drive smoothness with touring comforts like heated grips and an adjustable windshield.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for off-road use, new riders wary of heavy bikes, or anyone prioritizing lightweight, flickable handling in town.

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 2012 Yamaha FJR1300AS, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning 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: 143.0 HP (105.2 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 3 CO2 g/km
Torque: 134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.5336 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: Clutchless gear shift

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: Diamond Shaped, Aluminium
Front suspension: Telescopic forks, 48 mm
Rear suspension: Swingarm, (link suspension)
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: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Silver tech, Midnight black

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	2010	2012	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