Sport Tourers

2016Yamaha FJR1300ES

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The 2016 Yamaha FJR1300ES is a premium sport-touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and performance. It combines a powerful engine with practical features like cruise control, traction control, and saddlebag storage, making it ideal for extended highway journeys. Known for its well-balanced handling and fuel-efficient cruising capability, the FJR1300ES excels as a versatile all-rounder for experienced touring enthusiasts.

Capacity: 1298.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 292.1 kg
Seat height: 805 mm
Power: 107.5 HP (78.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Yamaha FJR1300ES

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Gearbox	5-speed	6-speed
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS.	Double disc. ABS
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS.	Single disc. ABS

Other years 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering65%

City riding45%

Daily riding75%

Touring97%

Two-up90%

Track30%

Best for: Built primarily for high-speed, long-distance touring with strong shaft-driven torque and all-day comfort rather than outright sportbike thrills.
Built for: A refined, torque-rich mile-muncher that rewards smooth, confident riding with effortless highway cruising and strong shaft-drive reliability.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for tight city commuting or off-road exploration.

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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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 805mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Yamaha FJR1300ES, 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based 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.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1298.0 ccm
Power: 107.5 HP (78.5 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: 0.3680 HP/kg (wet)
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: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Multiplate assist-and-slipper wet clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1544 mm
Overall length: 2230 mm
Overall width: 749 mm
Overall height: 1326 mm
Seat height: 805 mm
Wet weight: 292.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 25.00 litres
Ground clearance: 124 mm
Oil capacity: 4.90 litres
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium, Diamond Shaped
Front suspension: 43mm upside down forks with electronic adjustment
Rear suspension: Single shock
Front wheel travel: 135 mm
Rear wheel travel: 125 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes & wheels

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

Other

Color options: Cobalt Blue
Warranty: 12
Comments: Windshield. Traction Control. Cruise Control.

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	2014	2016	2017	2020	2023	2026
Capacity	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc	1298 cc
Seat height	805 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 apply

ENGINE 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 →