Sport Tourers
2026Yamaha FJR1300ES
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The 2026 Yamaha FJR1300ES is a premium sport-touring motorcycle designed for experienced riders seeking long-distance comfort without compromising performance. Its 1298cc inline four engine delivers smooth, reliable power through a six-speed transmission and shaft drive, while the adjustable seat height and upright riding position accommodate various body types. Best known for combining aggressive styling with practical touring capability, the FJR1300ES excels on both highway cruises and spirited road riding.
- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 291.2 kg
- Seat height
- 826 mm
- Power
- 141.5 HP (104.1 kW)
What’s new for the 2026 Yamaha FJR1300ES
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 146.2 HP (106.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM | 141.5 HP (104.1 kW) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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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- Capacity
- 1298.0 ccm
- Power
- 141.5 HP (104.1 kW)
- Torque
- 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4859 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
- Transistor Controlled
- 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
- 1455 mm
- Seat height
- 826 mm
- Wet weight
- 291.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 25.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Oil capacity
- 4.90 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium, Diamond shaped
- Front suspension
- 43mm inverted fork with electronically adjustable rebound and compression damping;
- Rear suspension
- Single shock with electronically adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping;
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 124 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Hydraulic. Unified braking system.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic
- Rear brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55ZR17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2017 | 2020 | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 826 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 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 FJR1300ES?
The 2026 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Capacity of 1298.0 ccm (79.21 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha FJR1300ES have?
The 2026 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Power of 141.5 HP (104.1 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha FJR1300ES have?
The 2026 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha FJR1300ES?
The 2026 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Torque of 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha FJR1300ES weigh?
The 2026 Yamaha FJR1300ES has a Wet weight of 291.2 kg (642.0 pounds).
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