Well, the 2018 FJR is out.....

[Hppants]

.... and in my opinion, it is by far the ugliest FJR ever made.

https://www.yamaha-motor.ca/products/de ... MC&catId=1


"Matte Dark Purplish Metallic Blue" <<<<<< I'm not making that up. This is Yamaha's official name for the color.

On a $20,000.00 touring motorcycle marketed to people my age?

Really?

(sigh).....

[wheatonFJR]

.... and in my opinion, it is by far the ugliest FJR ever made.

https://www.yamaha-motor.ca/products/de ... MC&catId=1


"Matte Dark Purplish Metallic Blue" <<<<<< I'm not making that up. This is Yamaha's official name for the color.

On a $20,000.00 touring motorcycle marketed to people my age?

Really?

(sigh).....

Doesn't .ca mean it's Yamaha Canada site?

Not USA site I believe...and the price is definitely 'nadian.

[Hppants]

You are correct, Wheatie.

The US bike is the same color, they call it "Matte Phantom Blue".

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... /fjr1300es

MSRP for the '18ES is $18,000.00, and none of this changes my opinion one iota (whatever the F an "Iota" is....)

This is very disappointing. I sure am glad I found another '14 after my crash. With any luck, this one will last a long time....

[blind squirrel]

"1298cc, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled inline-four engine delivers serious power and torque for an unequalled spread of muscle over a wide RPM range. 6-speed transmission provides effortless cruising. Red line is a low 9,000 rpm for incredible reliability."


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
•overdrive 6th gear for more relaxed, higher speed cruising … engine rpm is reduced in top gear
•transmission features helical gears & separate gear dog design for smooth, quiet operation
•gear ratios optimize the FJR's wide spread of power
•Special "scissors-type" primary driven gear.
•reduces drive train backlash
•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 with catalyzers.
•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 = MT3.50x17 (120/70ZR17) & MT5.50x17 (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.
•lightweight, compact, long life LEDs
•each headlight 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
•only available on the ES model
•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
•Rear tail section & rear fender design.
•integrated rear cargo platform … doubles as a mount for optional top box
•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)
•Multi-function instrument / meter assembly.
•left side of meter is an analog tach
•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)



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

[wheatonFJR]

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport-touring

[wheatonFJR]

I've only got 30k on my 13. I won't be looking for a replacement for a LONG time.

[sickchilly]

Same color for US. Price converts to about the same. Looks fine to this early 40-something dude. Same as previous years, different colored plastics. More of the same formula. Meh... I'll stick with my 2007 that's long paid for, built just the way I want, only 60k miles young, and raring to go.
https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... /fjr1300es

[wheatonFJR]

I see an 2018 FJR1300A for $16,400.

2018 FJR1300A

The FJR1300A™ offers Yamaha leading-edge technology providing you long distance touring capability with class-leading performance and comfort.

MSRP $16,399*

[ionbeam]

Wow! That's just what I was hoping for in the 2018 model.

• Some form of dark blue again, again, again
  * No engine revisions
  * No engine power revisions
  * No chassis revisions
  * No body work revisions
  * No rolling stock revisions

No danger to my bank account because I have no reason to replace my AssFault Gray '15ES. At least Yamaha continues to offer new FJRs.

[wheatonFJR]

Wow! That's just what I was hoping for in the 2018 model.

• Some form of dark blue again, again, again
  * No engine revisions
  * No engine power revisions
  * No chassis revisions
  * No body work revisions
  * No rolling stock revisions

No danger to my bank account because I have no reason to replace my AssFault Gray '15ES. At least Yamaha continues to offer new FJRs.

You know Alan, I bet there is a certain vendor familiar with these here machines...that could paint yer FJR exactly the colour you want.

Don't worry, I won't tell Helen.

[gixxerjasen]

Well I like the color. Doesn't matter what I like because I'm not yet in the market for a replacement. But when I am, I might be snagging a low mileage used one of these.

I wouldn't have expected much other than BNC from Yamaha so soon after the last revisions. In fact I was surprised the last revisions came as soon as they did. They fixed the unnecessary sixth gear thing everyone complained about for so long. Far as I'm concerned, the current version is just about darn perfect and makes me wish I WAS in the market for a new one, but I'm not.

I said just about perfect because it doesn't have DCT on it yet. When it does, it will be absolutely perfect and I might be willing to part ways with my beloved old 07AE. I might even be tempted to buy new.

[bungie4]

I like the color, just like I liked the blue 16's. I like them better than the red ones.

My '13 is only getting about 6Km per year on it for the last couple of years, so as much as I'd love one, I'm having a really hard time justifying keeping the one I have. $1400 yr just for ins!

... but then I go down to EOM or SEO and all is forgiven.

[SLK50]

I like the color.
I was really hoping for an FJ-07.
Since I’m a few years from needing to replace my FJR,
I’ll keep my fingers crossed. Maybe someday.

[clocklaw]

"Matte Dark Purplish Metallic Blue" <<<<<< I'm not making that up. This is Yamaha's official name for the color.

Isn't this basically "bass boat blue" but without the shiny?

[LKLD]

Waiting on the 2020.

[silverback]

Why doesn't mamma Yamma give us the multi-colored ones like the Euro versions? Some of those were kinda nice.

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[wnyfjr]

I'm wondering what a "lead angle sensitive cornering headling system" is...a little proof-reading goes a long way on a corporate web site, methinks!

[Redfish]

I refuse to pay for an FJR with a Matte finish. I like it shiny. I cannot see this actually selling, but I am not a marketing genius. The "color" isn't bad. The finish sucks.

My '15ES in beautiful ASSFault Gray only has 31K miles. If something happens to it that I survive, I will find a '16 or '17. I am not paying for a matte finished FJR.

I agree with my friend hppants. This is the ugliest (in fact the ONLY ugly) FJR to date.

[Uncle Hud]

I think it's gorgeous. I also think y'all are a bunch of knuckleheads with no taste.

But I've got another 50,000 miles to go on this one, so I won't be looking until 2020.

[kieefjr]

"Matte Dark Purplish Metallic Blue" <<<<<< I'm not making that up. This is Yamaha's official name for the color.

Isn't this basically "bass boat blue" but without the shiny?

I'm not getting a rise out of it so I think it's the current blue without shiney.

Nice touch on the black frame though, hard to clean but looks cool.