Yamaha FJR 1300 Road Test

ABS? Check. 6-speed transmission? Check. Slipper clutch? Check. Meet Yamaha's all new sport tourer, the FJR 1300. Available in 4K!

[@MrJimmy1437]

I have owned 30 bikes I'm life , but in 2005 I bought and FJR and it is the very best of the lot . It does everything well . It's fast comfortable, handles very well , smooth. Mine has 70,000 miles and still runs good and I have never touched the engine . just oil, filter , tires and brake pads. When I can I am going to buy another one!

[@larryj8924]

My 04 FJR has about 28k (no valve adj. yet) as I ride other bikes. In the 70k have you had the valves adjusted? I know it's a big expensive job and they say it rarely get's out of adjustment. Thanks for any feedback.

[@MrJimmy1437]

No I have never even changed the plugs. I just fired it up after sitting all winter in the garage and it runs great! One thing , if you live in the north where it gets so cold, that helps any bike, is a heated garage, which I have.

[@waynemac9869]

I bought a 2016 Fjr a month ago. Plenty of grunt, very smooth , I love it.

[@stevensullivan5287]

Just got mine today, am going cross country in May, will know I'll love ❤️ it.

[@painterboy454]

Just got back from a 400km ride on back roads on a CBR. This Yamaha would have been a dream to have today!

[@NOTHOTlanta]

I just got a 2011 with 8000 miles on it and it looks brand new. Totally beautiful bike. I'm coming off of a ZX6-R.

[@mikeca98]

Nice review. Picked up a new-to-me pristine liquid silver 2010 earlier this year with 2200 miles on the clock, owned by a car mechanic. I've always rode naked bikes, so I prefer keeping the windscreen in the lowest position for rides under 100 miles so far. It's not flashy, but does look sportier riding around the city without the bags. It's top heavy, but only when moving it around in the garage. This bike works perfectly for my year-round riding in Los Angeles.

[@240fxst]

yes it checks all the boxes! I can't wait to get one. Thanks for sharing

[@menosabe]

I did 6 years on a 2008 model. Loved it so much I bought a 2014 model and love the advancements. Leo Vince exhaust sounds incredible on the FJR

[@peterjones6733]

Fabulous, thank you. My heart is Aching for this. Hoping to get a brand new AS in March 19!

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

i am looking at used fjr1300s so this was helpful. thanks for the effort and the sharing. thumbs up.

[@danniandersen6202]

I know it's an older video now. My dream has always been to try a Yamaha. I did that yesterday. now I've gotten even more crazy with MC. they are quite expensive as used in Denmark. but I would like one sometime. it's so great to ride.😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@steveh4564]

Great no nonsense real world review. Enjoyed that, thanks.

[@andycrawley8276]

Getting a brand new Blue 2019 model. Wednesday can't come fast enough. Had a FJR 1200 way back in 1986. 👍

[@rameylewis7730]

how you liking that 2019 FJR? any complaints?

[@davem.2788]

My friend has a 2016 and loves it. Great bike -- speed and comfort.

[@micheljauvin3536]

nice to see you Blair good job you have now

[@anthonykrug1138]

I currently have a 2015 FJR1300... amazing bike is all I have to say :-).

[@travelinben1966]

Not a better sport touring bike on the planet, at this, or any price point.👍👍

[@sliglusamelius8578]

I concur. I've had two of them.

[@QuadroNVS]

have a 2007 FJR 1300 with the cheater clutch lol, it you can shift whenever you want and it goes. This is my first bike and is currently paving the way for my second bike. I love my FJR, there is no incline or gear the engine can handle, the torque this thing produces has saved me many times when i needed to get out of a sticky. My used FJR was handed to me with 74000 miles and now it currently sits at 76400 miles. When I am done tearing this one up, I will buy another. These bikes are bulletproof, the only way to break an FJR 1300 is lack of maintenance or a wreak.

[@benth162]

The seat on the FJR becomes very uncomfortable after about 200 miles. So, unless you are an experienced rider who often takes extra long rides and has an iron butt, then you may want to have a different type of seat material which would help your butt stay the course much longer.

[@patrickdecambra2219]

I have heard of people putting a liquid cushion in their existing seats. Don't know if it works just hearing about it.

[@daisy8luke]

The saddlebags hold an impressive amount of stuff. My only real complaint is that the handlebars have a pretty annoying buzz , and on longer rides I get a little finger numbness. I replaced the stock grips with gel grips and added 16 ounce bar ends, which helped a little. Then I got some good gloves and changed up my hand position a little so that the handle grip contacts the point where my fingers meet my palm instead of running right across my palm, and that alleviated the radial nerve paresthesia I was getting. Otherwise, I can see me riding this fine machine for quite some time.

[@MotorcycleExperience]

Thanks for your insight.

[@k9m42]

@@jimbecker6599 can you use foam grips with heated?

[@rameylewis7730]

I get the same vibration in my hands and they go numb quickly. I put on heavy bar ends, and a helibar riser and that has helped. I use the cruise control to relax my hands and get the blood running back into them. I try not to squeeze the handle bars much and ride very relaxed and that has helped. I wear decent gloves which I'm sure helps a bit. Twowheelobsession has a video here on youtube where he runs a test of the handle bar vibration. It's an interesting video to watch and it's easy to see how much the heavy bar ends help to reduce handlebar vibrations. Have you picked up any other tricks on reducing vibration now that you have been riding for years? Thanks

[@popssigung9956]

One of the favorite bikes I owned. Thank you for the video.

[@dzl8596]

I have an 2004 and love it!!

[@ElroyMcDuff]

My '05 was great except for the heat. The Gen I was notorious for that but it did help when riding in the winter. =D

[@sliglusamelius8578]

The thing is perfect for a Sport-tourer if you want more sport than touring. It's fast as hell and smooth as silk. I beat a Tesla on the road, dude had no idea who he was farking with.

[@tgrman1]

"its got some real Jam" !

[@dennissy7549]

My dream bike.

[@patrickdecambra2219]

I never considered one, but then I saw one on Craigslist for $2,500. I went to go look at it it was beautiful well kept. 17,000 MI. I cannot believe my luck I was not looking for this bike but it found me this will be the last motorcycle I ever need to buy. It's perfect in my opinion. Dreams come true settle for an older model with low miles if you can find one LOL. Good luck

[@burnerjack01]

Will Yamaha produce these in black again? Seems your choice now is blue or blue.

[@mojah1]

Very well done vid,

[@windridr66]

I didn't know Greg Lemond did motorcycle reviews.

[@Mr75044]

FJR 15 years....1980s FJ 1100 .FJ 1200.FJR 1300....

[@RonnieMX]

I find the seating position forces your balls into the tank. I was seriously considering buying one, but because of this I skipped the purchase.

[@johnc8910]

The seat is something nearly every FJR rider, even me (2013 FJR), changes.

[@johnford5568]

This is the best no doubt, I sold mine because I only want one bike and have lots of city riding. The minute they DCT automatic this thing I'm back on it.

[@MJT-DA]

Check out the Tracer 700 that bike would be perfect for you its under 400lbs and it got alot of torque down low so you can pull from any stop. I do alot of city riding but still want this bike lol.

[@lvideau]

John Ford , I agree with you. I love the FJR and the only reason I hesitate to buy it is because it does not have DCT. I am hesitating to buy the new Goldwing because of DCT even though it is a bit too big for my taste.

[@johnc8910]

DCT is not likely to happen on an FJR. I realize MamaYama managed to shoehorn a six speed transmission into the engine with only minor case mods, but I do not see how they could fit a DCT without going to a clean sheet of paper.

[@jtfike]

The AE is yamaha’s answer to DCT and it works fantastic. They only sell them in Europe, though.

[@totalchaos290]

I hate the bags. If you put the liners they work better. But I find things get caught in the bag when you try to close them. They will hold a full face helmet

[@patrickdecambra2219]

I've had a 2005 FJR 1300 a for about 6 months. I've owned a lot of motorcycles Goldwings VMAX V45 V65 Magna Sabre Ninja anyway I've had a lot of bikes. This is my favorite. This will be the last bike I buy.

[@Giovanni1972]

I'm having a hard time deciding between this and Kawasaki's Concours 14. It's too bad dealers don't let you try out each bike before purchasing.

[@chrismaggio7879]

The FJR is more refined and more comfortable on long distances (IMHO) The Kawi has a tiny bit more throttle in the lower gears they say but I couldn't tell. I have an 07 FJR and would not trade it for a new one because it is my ideal bike with out all the additional accessories. She's fast as can be, nimble in the twists, great for long trips (though I do have to stop every hour and walk a bit because I have bad knees, but not because of the bike), and I also happen to think the design, which hasn't changed much in years, is possibly THE most beautiful big bike design ever made. That's certainly debatable and is a personal comment, but nothing else looks as right to me. FYI I also have a Goldwing and it is just as thrilling power-wise (1800cc's !!) and rolls wonderfully thru corners, but it isn't the aggressive seating position of the FJR. I've ridden the FJR to Cali and back (from Salt Lake City, and loved how fast I cover the distances even loaded up like the Beverly Hillbillies!

[@giovanninavarrete8592]

@@chrismaggio7879 I did end up buying my FJR, a Red 2014 with all the extra upgrades already done. I drove it from Salem, Oregon to SF, CA---and I didn't feel tired at all! You were so right about it being so great for long trips. As soon as I arrived in the Bay Area around sunset, it was suddenly quite cold, foggy, and windy and those heated handgrips did the job! I didn't get knocked around by the wind, either. Perfect bike. I took the very nice county side roads, mostly 99W. It really was like a dream. Could smell a lot of things, the grapes, oak wine barrel and pine tree smells, and of course many cannabis farms. hehe I loved the power and handling of the bike, drove it mostly in 5th gear, among the winding, tree-covered roads, and perfect weather. Really enjoying the bike. Just took a few minutes in the parking lot to get fully comfortable with it. It really handles well.

[@chrismaggio7879]

@@giovanninavarrete8592 Glad you got it! And you will enjoy that power and comfort for a long time to come. Be safe.

[@ShujaKidwaiMasauliwala]

I don’t think he sat on this bike for more than 20 mins. He is lying through his teeth. The stock seat is uncomfortable an hour into the ride. The stock windshield does not put you in a bubble.

[@tommyraleigh7734]

Looks like no one is interested in replying to your comment... Well all I can say to your comment is " YEAH Right", you must have rode a different bike or never rode any other bikes. He's not lying and WE all CANNOT be WRONG. The FJR1300 is a Superb all round bike.

[@johnford5568]

Design one with a DCT transmission, please.

[@ahmedgowayed4382]

It's this bike has handle bar risers or it's stock ?

[@porkchopspapi5757]

Where are you getting this gentleman's Express, Canada?

[@BAHRAMCR]

This bike has one major problem, the seat is extremely wide. Unless you are a giant, that becomes a big problem on long distance riding, and there is nothing you can do to remedy the problem.

[@chadayotte5347]

That's one of my bikes

[@cynic150]

The background noise is very distracting!!! Yuck! The bike I like.

[@petergill7514]

Yeah... If only you could kick that bloody aweful electric guitar crap to the weeds this vid would be much better! I also think the foot pegs should be farther forward for a tourer. that would make the bike more comfortable, I think.

[@MotorcycleExperience]

Hi there. Thanks for watching. All of our road tests are edited for on-air use on TSN so music is a must. We are constantly changing our music library. Feedback is always appreciated!

[@Ukrainianification]

Why people who own particular model always look up its reviews and feel the need to leave comments

[@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638]

Don't worry about what others do, worry about why you worry about what others do.

[@larryj8924]

When someone is proud of their steed, they like to let folks know. Enjoy hearing about both good and bad points it help others if their considering a purchase.

[@donkramer2579]

Lol its "social media" moron!

[@filthymcnastyazz]

Russia

[@quidestnunc9238]

And you are shouting into the microphone so that we can all understand your words as they compete with the Repetitive Intrusive and Distracting and Frenetic and Repetitive Pseudo-Music ? Please listen to RocketMan's Motorcycling videos (a well-spoken Brit living in sunny Portugal).

[@karihardarson1234]

I had to stop watching your youtube video because of the loud music. My hearing just can't make it.

[@Asyouwere]

Poor you. You know they’ve invented volume knobs recently?

[@Texarmageddon]

640lbs, low ground clearance, low foot pegs... Gentlemen’s bike my ass... glorified touring bike for people who don’t like the looks of a cruiser. Yamaha should move this to their Touring category

[@tms372]

It is in there touring category.

[@Texarmageddon]

Tim no they have it in the sports touring category ... two complete different categories

[@johnjones5977]

Do you feel the same way about the Kawasaki Concours?

[@Texarmageddon]

@ John Jones - For the most part I do... Too big of bikes focusing way too much on comfort making them mostly only suitable for straight line riding. Sure you could say you can still carve a canyon, but I've seen Goldwings and Harleys do that too, but it's just no fun doing that and is way too much work.

[@johnjones5977]

@Texarmageddon - May I ask what you ride?