Is the Yamaha FJR1300 a good bike?

The Yamaha FJR1300 may not have the gadgets or glamour of its competitors, but is a durable no-nonsense bike which is hassle free. It is the first of its kind touring bike built by Yamaha. It comes equipped with all necessary features which include a massive tank, good fairing, a shaft drive etc.

What does Fjr stand for Yamaha?

I was just wondering if any of you folks came up with a clever saying as to what FJR stands for. “Freaking Jet Rocket “… let’s hear what you have fellows.

How fast is a Yamaha FJR1300?

In 2014 the FJR1300 split off into two models: the FJR1300A and the FJR1300ES. The FJR1300ES adds inverted forks and electronically adjustable suspension over the FJR1300A. Both models include an update in which the cruise control programming was changed to raise the maximum set-speed from 83MPH to 100MPH.

How many miles will a fjr1300 last?

The FJR is a well established bike from one of the Japanese brands. In general these are all very reliable and durable enough for over 100 000 miles, as long as you don’t abuse them and you keep up with the service schedule.

What is high mileage for fjr1300?

Given regular oil changes, these motors will go on for ever – we know of FJRs with well over 150,000 miles and still going strong. The owners’ club will tell you of bikes which haven’t even needed the valves adjusting ’til 100,000 miles.

Is Yamaha FJR1300 discontinued?

There’s a reason this sort bike is popular with police. Now, the fickle tastes of buyers mean such bikes are a rarity. Yamaha’s FJR1300A is one of the last of its type, and in 2021 it will be dropped from European markets including the UK.

Is the FJR discontinued?

Yamaha’s FJR1300A is one of the last of its type, and in 2021 it will be dropped from European markets including the UK. 2021 actually marks the 20th anniversary of the FJR1300’s launch, and while it’s had updates over the years the basics haven’t changed since then.