2016 Yamaha FJR1300 ES

2016 Yamaha FJR1300 ESCONQUER ROAD

Famous for outstanding performance and reliability, the FJR1300 series has a reputation that is second to none in the sport touring world. The most significant change for 2016 is a revised transmission, with new gear ratios and a new 6th speed. But the engineers did not stop there, slipper clutch with assist, active cornering lights, full LED lighting and a new rear tail section round out the key improvements. The revised FJR series offers more comfort, performance and value than ever.

Features May Include for 2016:

New 6-speed transmission

New slipper clutch with assist function

New exhaust catalyzers

New LED headlights with "active" LED cornering lights

New LED tail light design & display … FJR now features full LED lighting

Revised instrument / meter assembly … speedo display can be changed to read either kilometers or miles per hour

Revised rear tail section & rear fender design

Features May Include:

ENGINE

1298cc, DOHC, 16-valve (4/cyl), liquid-cooled inline-four engine delivers serious power & torque

4-valve cylinder head design.

One-piece cylinder & upper crankcase assembly.

"Liner-less" ceramic composite plated cylinder bores.

Dual axis gear-driven secondary counter balancer.

Maintenance-free transistor controlled ignition (TCI).

Yamaha Chip Control Throttle (YCC-T).

Electronic cruise control system.

Clean, quiet shaft drive.

Easy-access spin-on oil filter & drain plug make oil changes fast & easy.

4-into-1-into-2 stainless steel exhaust with new catalyzers.

CHASSIS

Aluminum Deltabox twin spar, diamond-type frame.

Lightweight, cast aluminum swingarm.

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.

Special "SCU" or suspension control unit controls the electronic suspension.

282mm rear disc brake with single piston caliper … with ABS & UBS.

Lightweight cast-aluminum 3-spoke wheels.

Adjustable handlebars offer three positions of adjustability.

Small item storage compartment (in fairing) with 12V / 30W DC power outlet

Ergonomically shaped, large-capacity 25-litre fuel tank

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)

Note: The FJR1300ES offers a significant level of power & performance. It is not intended for novice or inexperienced riders.

Engine: 1300