Yamaha FJR1300 Ultimate Edition

As a special tribute to this era and to show Yamaha’s appreciation to the FJR’s loyal customers, the Ultimate Edition is finished in black and gold – and equipped with a range of exclusive features including a high screen, wind deflectors and hard side cases with a black chrome strip.

The outstanding 1,298cc engine incorporates advanced electronics that give you precise control in varying conditions, plus electronically-adjustable suspension featuring upside-down forks, the FJR1300AE Ultimate Edition is the definitive Sport Tourer.

Since 2001 the FJR1300 has enabled over 120,000 riders to realize their dreams. With its lightweight aluminum chassis and high-performance 1,298cc inline 4-cylinder engine, the FJR combines serious sports bike performance with the long-distance capabilities and supreme riding comfort of a tourer.

Due to the arrival of EU5, Yamaha launches the final generation of this iconic motorcycle – the FJR1300AS/AE Ultimate Edition, paying a special tribute to this legendary machine after almost 20 years from its launch. With an exclusive finish and equipped with a range of premium features, the two new versions for 2020 offer the most refined, exciting and rewarding riding experience in the sport touring class.

FJR riders are experienced motorcyclists who appreciate the sporty yet timeless style of this high-specification motorcycle, and Yamaha’s design team have been careful to maintain the bike’s understated and distinguished character with the new Ultimate Edition colour scheme.

The bodywork has been treated to an exclusive black finish that reinforces the purposeful power-tourer look while accentuating the bike’s aerodynamic lines – and a thick gold band running from the front to the rear of the 25-litre fuel tank adds to the premium feel.

The lightweight 3-spoke alloy wheels benefit from a gold finish featuring FJR logos to give the Ultimate Edition models an exclusive and dramatic look that perfectly conveys their legendary status.

First and foremost the FJR1300AS and AE Ultimate Edition models are built for riders with a passion for long distance touring, and these premium sport tourers are equipped with an electronically-adjustable high screen that offers enhanced comfort and increased wind and weather protection.

Wind deflectors

The typical FJR rider uses their motorcycle throughout the year and covers huge distances – and for even higher levels of comfort on longer trips, the Ultimate Edition is fitted with wind deflectors as standard equipment.

The touring essentials on these top-of-the-range FJR models include a clean and quiet running shaft drive as well as heated grips and a 12V socket – and of course, hard side cases. For a fully co-ordinated look the luggage on the Ultimate Edition models feature a colour co-ordinated finish with a black chrome strip that adds a touch more class.

The FJR’s seating can be raised or lowered to suit the rider’s preferences, and on the Ultimate Edition the stepped two-piece black seat comes with gold stitching and a gold FJR logo that complements the exclusive appearance.

Special black finishing

Key components are treated with a special black finish, including the handlebars and risers, control levers, top clamp, filler cap, rear grab handles, brake calipers and passenger footrest brackets. This co-ordinated look underlines the high status and premium quality of the Ultimate Edition models and marks them out as future classics.

Key Features

· Special black / gold body colours
· Black seat with gold stitching and logo

High screen

· Wind deflectors
· Gold wheels with logo

FJR1300AS/AE features:

· 1298cc, inline, 4-cylinder, 6-speed engine
· Electronically-adjustable suspension and upside-down forks
· Fully adjustable screen and ergonomics
· Electronic clutch-less gear shift system (FJR1300AS only)
· A&S clutch
· Switchable TCS

Yamaha D-MODE

· Sportsbike-type aluminium frame

Shaft drive
Cruise Control

· Hard side cases with black chrome strip
· Heated grips and 12V socket
· Adaptive cornering lights
· Large 25-litre long-range fuel tank
· Long-distance high-speed Sport Tourer
· Hard side cases with black chrome strip

ENGINE

1298cc, DOHC, 16-valve (4/cyl), liquid-cooled inline-four engine delivers serious power & torque
plenty of torque over a wide RPM range … 14.1kg-m (102 ft-lb) @ 7,000 rpm
low 9,000 rpm red line for incredible reliability & service life (ask somebody who owns one !)
engine meets or exceeds Europe’s EU-4 emission regulations
4-valve cylinder head design.
compact combustion chambers with 10.8 compression ratio
30mm intake & 26mm exhaust valves
exhaust valves feature carburized tips for durability (carburizing is a heat treating process that improves strength & durability)
4-valve design optimizes breathing efficiency & overall engine performance
valve adjustment interval is 42,000 kms
One-piece cylinder & upper crankcase assembly.
excellent engine rigidity (engine is a stressed member of the chassis)
lighter & more rigid than two-piece designs
High lift intake & exhaust cams.
side-driven double-overhead camshafts
outstanding low to mid rpm torque & horsepower
effortless sport touring with great passing power
“Liner-less” ceramic composite plated cylinder bores.
ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block
eliminates the heavy liners & reduces weight
excellent heat dissipation for consistent power delivery
coating enhances the thin film of oil between the cylinders & pistons, reducing friction & increasing power
High performance, short skirt, forged aluminum pistons.
light weight for fast throttle response
reduced reciprocating mass lessens mechanical vibration
Low- vibration crankshaft.

carburized connecting rods for excellent strength & durability
Dual axis gear-driven secondary counter balancer.
reduces engine vibration for enhanced rider & passenger comfort
Automatic cam chain tensioner.
reduces both maintenance & engine mechanical noise
Maintenance-free transistor controlled ignition (TCI).
produces a strong spark for fast starts
provides precise ignition timing / mapping for optimum engine performance at all rpms
High performance direct ignition coils.
ignition coil is built directly into the spark plug cap
significant weight reduction
Yamaha Chip Control Throttle (YCC-T).
YCC-T electronically controls throttle valves for outstanding throttle response & controllability
YCC-T system provides precise control of intake air volume for a smoother torque curve
ECU that controls YCC-T is capable of responding to changes at a speed of 1000th of a second
Yamaha D-Mode variable throttle control … 2 modes available.
works in conjunction with the YCC-T system
enables the rider to adjust the performance characteristics of the engine based on riding preferences or riding conditions
S-Mode allows the rider to enjoy full engine performance & power
T-Mode slows throttle response for situations that require softer power characteristics, such as slippery or wet conditions
“T-Mode” is well suited for more relaxed touring & reduces fuel consumption
Traction control system
works in conjunction with the YCC-T system
utilizes front & rear wheel sensors (same sensors as ABS system)
system senses when the rear wheel begins to spin & modifies the YCC-T function, ignition timing & fuel injection to reduce power and eliminate wheel spin
traction control helps maintain traction when accelerating on slippery surfaces
system is automatically engaged when the ignition is on … can be turned off if desired
Electronic cruise control system.
also part of the YCC-T family of functions
“settable range” is from 50 to 160 km/hr & transmission must be in 3rd gear or higher
cruise control can be cancelled by activating front or rear brakes, pulling in the clutch, completely closing the throttle grip or using the activation button
control buttons are located on the L.H.S. handlebar switch gear
Closed loop Mikuni, 42mm, throttle body fuel injection system.
crisp, seamless throttle response regardless of weather or altitude
system uses throttle position sensor (TPS)
4-hole Denso injectors
“closed loop system” uses a heated oxygen sensor to “sniff” spent exhaust & automatically adjust the fuel / air ratio for reduced emissions
heated oxygen sensor provides precise fuel – air ratio information, especially at lower engine temperatures
fuel injection benefits include choke-free starting, steady idling during warm up, excellent fuel economy & reduced emissions
Viscous paper-type air filter.
Compact engine uses a stacked “Tri-Axis” design.
stacked design reduces engine length & centralizes mass
design allows the engineers to place the engine in the “sweet spot” of the frame
optimized front & rear weight distribution for excellent handling characteristics
6-speed transmission with revised gear ratios.
6th gear offers more relaxed, higher speed cruising; engine rpm is reduced in top gear
transmission features helical gears & separate gear dog design
design keeps the transmission compact & quieter too (helical gears)
revised gear ratios optimize the FJR’s wide spread of power
Special “scissors-type” primary driven gear.
reduces drive train backlash
reduces transmission noise
Hydraulic clutch with slipper & assist functions.
slipper clutch function reduces the negative effects of engine braking on handling & suspension
assist function reduces clutch lever effort by up to 20%
hydraulic design provides smoother operation & requires less maintenance
Clean, quiet shaft drive.
shaft drive system is super-durable & low maintenance
system features mechanical cam dampers in the drive pinion for quieter, smoother power delivery to the rear wheel.
Curved radiator uses twin “ring-type” cooling fans.
excellent heat dissipation … curved rad offers more cooling area than a flat rad
special air management moves hot air out of the cockpit area to reduce heat to the rider
ring type fans “pull” more air than a conventional type fan
Easy-access spin-on oil filter & drain plug make oil changes fast & easy.
4-into-1-into-2 stainless steel exhaust.
optimizes engine performance across the power band
Dual, three-way catalytic converters reduce emissions
the FJR1300 meets or exceeds EU-4 emission standards
Excessive lean angle cut-out switch prevents the engine running in the event of a tip over.

CHASSIS

Aluminum twin spar, diamond-type frame.
frame design offers an excellent rigidity balance for optimum handling & loading
engine is a stressed chassis member allowing for the use of a lighter main frame design
perfect combination for sharp, accurate handling
Fully detachable aluminum rear sub frame.
reduces cost in the event of damage
easier rear shock access
Lightweight, cast aluminum swingarm.
swingarm incorporates the shaft drive into its left side to reduce unsprung weight
reduced unsprung weight helps to optimize suspension & handling
Key chassis geometry figures include:
caster angle = 26 degrees / trail = 109mm
front – rear weight distribution is 51.9% front & 48.1% rear
Electronically adjustable 43mm KYB inverted forks offer 135mm (5.4″) of wheel travel.
Electronically adjustable Monocross rear suspension with 125mm (4.8″) of wheel travel.
“Linked” electronic suspension asks the rider to choose from one of four presets for “load” (solo / solo & luggage / dual / dual & luggage). Once the load setting is chosen, the system automatically adjusts both the front & rear damping rates based on the load setting. If the rider wishes to “tune” the settings further, there are 3 “main” settings (soft / std / hard) to choose from. Within each of these 3 main settings, there are another 7 “fine tuning” settings available, for a total of 21 damping settings. The “load” setting must be chosen / adjusted with the unit stopped but running, while all other tuning can be done “on the fly”. All adjustments are done via buttons on the L.H.S. switch gear. Suspension setting menu & adjustments are viewed in the DOT matrix section of the instrument panel. A duty cycle motor controls the “load” settings while stepping motors vary the oil flow rate in the forks & shock. The adjustable design allows a rider to easily tailor suspension settings to match load & road conditions.
Special “SCU” or suspension control unit controls the electronic suspension.
Dual 320mm front discs squeezed by Nissin 4-piston calipers … with ABS & UBS.
excellent barking performance with good feedback to the rider
282mm rear disc brake with single piston caliper … with ABS & UBS.
caliper is mounted on the underside of the swingarm to reduce torque action for superior suspension performance
Front & rear brakes feature Yamaha’s latest anti-lock brake (ABS) & variable unified brake (UBS) technology.
ABS braking offers excellent control under hard braking or braking on wet or slippery surfaces
controlling ECU & hydraulic unit are combined into a single compact unit allowing for mass centralization & reduced weight
when ABS system senses impending wheel lock-up (via active type wheel sensors) it regulates the hydraulic brake pressure to the point just before the wheel(s) lock-up
UBS system “unifies or links” the front & rear brakes when brakes are applied
applying front brake will engage the UBS & to a varying degree will apply some rear brake force
applying rear brake will activate rear brake & to a varying degree will apply some front brake force
linked brakes may improve stopping power by accurately balancing front & rear brake pressures according to natural weight transfer
Lightweight cast-aluminum 3-spoke wheels.
lightweight design reduces unsprung weight for excellent suspension & handling performance
rims sizes: front = MT3.50×17 (120/70ZR17) & MT5.50×17 (180/55ZR17)
premium sport touring tires
Adjustable handlebars offer three positions of adjustability.
from centre position, the bars can be adjusted 5.5 mm forward or 5.5mm back
total adjustment range is 11mm (0.4″)… tools required
Adjustable rider seat height.

long distance designed separate rider & passenger seats
quick adjust rider seat with height adjustment range of 20mm (0.8″)
seat adjustment takes mere seconds & requires no tools
Stylish single piece upper fairing.
provides great aerodynamics for reduced drag
excellent wind & weather protection
air flow management has been optimized for superior rider comfort
Small item storage compartment (in fairing) with 12V / 30W DC power outlet
1 litre capacity is perfect for small items such as cell phone, wallet, garage door opener, etc.
storage compartment lid can only be opened when the ignition is on
inside the storage compartment is a 12 volt, 30 watt DC power outlet
Push button operated electrically adjustable windscreen.
windshield design reduces the “vacuum effect” (negative pressure) in the cockpit area
adjustment range is 130mm (5.1″)
windshield features a memory & will hold its last position when the key is turned off
windshield control button located on L.H.S. handlebar switch gear
“Twin-eye” LED headlights.
uses lightweight, compact, long life LEDs
each “eye” contains both low & high beam LEDs
LED position lights on left & right sides of main headlights
provides excellent illumination & visibility
easy access headlight aim adjusters to compensate for varying loads
“Active” LED cornering lights with special IMU.
a first on a Yamaha motorcycle
3-LED cornering lights per headlight (6 in total)
lean or bank angle determines how many cornering lights function
shallow lean angle = 1 / mid lean angle = 2 / deep lean angle = all 3
special IMU (inertial measurement unit) provides lean angle data for cornering light operation
Middle cowl with adjustable air flow vents.
no tools required adjustable side cowl vents
adjustment range is 20mm or approximately 0.8″
allows more or less air flow into the rider’s hip & leg area
LED rear taillight assembly.
LED turn signals are integrated with taillight
eye catching & unique tail light, brake light & turn signal displays … all LED
Quick-release, locking, colour matched, 30 litre side bags.
fast & easy removal of the 30 litre, colour matched bags … no tools required
FJR1300 has been designed to look great with or without the saddlebags installed
Ergonomically shaped, large-capacity 25-litre fuel tank
offers an excellent riding range
steel construction allows use of magnetic tank bags
reserve portion is 5 litres (low fuel light illuminates)
Revised instrument / meter assembly.
left side of meter is an analog tach (electric) with revised face
middle section features an LCD digital speedo, fuel gauge, clock, D-Mode indicator & ECO mode indicator (ECO indicator … indicates the bike is being ridden in a fuel efficient manner)
right side is a digital DOT matrix display including odometer, dual tripmeters, outside air temp, coolant temp, instant & average fuel consumption, estimated travel range (based on remaining fuel), time trip & low fuel tripmeter
other DOT matrix display functions include grip heater status & gear position indicator
full range of warning & indicator lights including cruise & traction control status
speedo can be changed to display either kilometers or miles per hour
Immobilizer ignition system.
reduces the possibility of “ride away” theft
system must recognize the “coded ignition key” in order for the unit to start
if the immobilizer ignition does not recognize the key (or a thief’s screwdriver or other type of “jimmy tool”) the bike will not start even if the ignition is turned or forced into the on position
if the system does not recognize the coded chip in the ignition key, it will not allow the ignition system, fuel pump or starter motor to function.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

FJR features convenient “one-key” system to operate all keyed devices on the bike including the main ignition, steering lock, saddlebags & optional top case locks.
variable heated grips … 10 levels of heat adjustment
5-position adjustable front brake & clutch levers
separate rider & passenger footrests reduce vibration & weight
folding mirrors
under seat storage area can hold a small U-lock
centre stand
easy access YDT (Yamaha Diagnostic Tool) connector
low-maintenance sealed battery (battery should be charged during winter storage)