The FJR has been celebrated as one of the best touring motorcycles on the market, combining comfort, reliability and practicality into one machine. The ‘Semi Auto’/clutchless style gearbox was an industry first, designed to improve the ease of long-distance riding in a way that no other motorcycle was capable.
The Yamaha Chip Controlled Shifter (Y-CCS) uses two electronically controlled actuators – one for clutch and one for shifting. This system eradicates the use of a clutch entirely, which is particularly handy in situations where clutch fatigue can become problematic (for example in traffic). The bike gives the rider the choice of either using the automatic gearbox, or manual shift using handlebar switches for selecting gears. A conventional foot gear lever can also be used to switch the bike between Neutral and 1st (the automatic gearbox will take over from there).
This bike is all about touring comfort, featuring a shaft driven, 1298cc in-line four engine with specially designed low vibration crankshafts to provide capable passing power, while giving rider and pillion optimal comfort. The frame is constructed from aluminium, creating a lightweight but rigid chassis with good manoeuvrability. Comfort seats for both rider and pillion, 30L hard case panniers, heated grips, 12V outlet for phones /gadgets and adjustable wind screen come as standard. The 25L tank is capable of 40 – 45mpg, giving the bike an impressive range of 250 – 270 miles.
This bike comes with frame sliders, panniers, and 2 keys. We are able to source a topbox and mounting plate if needed.
3 previous owners, full service history, serviced at appropriate/factory recommended mileage intervals.
It has some cosmetic chips and scuffs that aren’t unusual for the age and mileage of the bike, otherwise it is in very good condition.