Positioned in Yamaha's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Yamaha XJR1300 relies on a 1251 cc (76.3 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 96.4 HP (70.4 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 108.4 Nm (80 lb-ft) at 11,100 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 77.1 HP per liter and a 900 rpm working window between peak torque (11,100 rpm) and peak power (12,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the XJR1300 measures 222 kg (489 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.43 HP/kg (2.3 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 795 mm (31.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,500 mm (59.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 21-liter (5.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 2008 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
77.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.43 HP/kg (2.3 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
11,100–12,000 rpm
Standover Height
795 mm (31.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1251.0 ccm (76.34 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power96.4 HP (70.4 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque108.4 Nm (11.1 kgf-m or 80.0 ft.lbs) @ 11100 RPM
Compression9.7:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 63.8 mm (3.1 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electric Fuel Injection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCI
LubricationWet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiple-disc coil spring
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel double cradle
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwingarm
Rear Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground Clearance125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø267 mm (10.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight222.0 kg (489.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4343 HP/kg
Seat Height795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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