Engineered by Yamaha for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 2002 Yamaha FJR 1300 utilizes a 1298 cc (79.2 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 143.5 HP (104.7 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 134.4 Nm (99.1 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm. With a specific output of 110.6 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the FJR 1300 measures 237 kg (522 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.61 HP/kg (1.65 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 805 mm (31.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,515 mm (59.6 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2001 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
110.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.61 HP/kg (1.65 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,000–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
805 mm (31.7 in)
Engine
Displacement1298.0 ccm (79.20 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power143.5 HP (104.7 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque134.4 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 99.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Compression10.8:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 66.2 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Chassis
Wheelbase1515 mm (59.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDual disc
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight237.0 kg (522.5 pounds)
Power/Weight0.6055 HP/kg
Seat Height805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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