At the heart of the 2016 Yamaha XJR1300 Racer classic motorcycle, Yamaha pairs a 1251 cc (76.3 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 98 HP (71.5 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 108.4 Nm (80 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 78.3 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 829 mm (32.6 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams. The 14.7-liter (3.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2015 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
78.3 HP/L
Power Band Window
6,000–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
829 mm (32.6 in)
Engine
Displacement1251.0 ccm (76.34 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsForward-inclined parallel cylinders
Power98.0 HP (71.5 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque108.4 Nm (11.1 kgf-m or 80.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression9.7:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 63.8 mm (3.1 x 2.5 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCI
LubricationWet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiple-disc coil spring
DrivelineConstant Mesh
Performance
Exhaust4-2-1 matt black exhaust
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel double cradle
Rake24.7°
Trail92 mm (3.6 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks
Rear Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Ground Clearance133 mm (5.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Hydraulic
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear Brake Ø267 mm (10.5 inches)
WheelsThree-spoke alloy wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height829 mm (32.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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