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When did the Yamaha XJR 1300 come out?

When did the Yamaha XJR 1300 come out?

The current XJR1300 is based loosely around the old FJ1100 engine which started life in 1984. The current XJR13 has an extra 100cc over the previous 1200cc version and now puts out a respectable 105bhp and a seriously impressive 76ft-lbs of all important torque.

What kind of riding style does a Yamaha XJR have?

Of course there are endless modifications and add-ons you can get for the XJR, just look in some of the accessory catalogues. The XJR1300 is a pure retro musclebike, it’s based around the old air-cooled, upright riding style that requires some serious manhandling through the corners.

Which is better a Fazer 1000 or a Yamaha XJR?

The Fazer 1000 or the Hornet 900 will wheelie and corner better than the XJR, no the big Yam’s no wheelie machine and does lack a bit of Ground Clearance, but for sheer looks it has it every time. But as I said before here’s a little warning – Bikes like this can get you in to serious trouble with the conservationists amongst us.

What kind of Forks does a stealth Yamaha xjr1300 have?

It roCKS!bikes ‘Stealth’ Osvaldo Coutinho and Alexandre Santos are two of Portugal’s leading builders. The name they’ve chosen for their company may be odd, but the thinking behind this 2003-spec XJR1300 is common sense. The mods have been designed to save weight, and include Kawasaki ZXR forks, Brembo brake calipers and a new steering stem.

Where can I buy a Yamaha xjr1300 cafe racer?

The Sports Custom XJR1300 café racer Most customs from Thailand are small-capacity, go-anywhere machines. But not all: this brutal-looking XJR lives on the streets of Bangkok and comes from a lesser-known builder called The Sports Custom.

What kind of brakes does a Yamaha xjr1300 have?

Brembo brakes, exposed air filters and a sinuous custom exhaust system increase the sporting vibe. It roCKS!bikes ‘Stealth’ Osvaldo Coutinho and Alexandre Santos are two of Portugal’s leading builders. The name they’ve chosen for their company may be odd, but the thinking behind this 2003-spec XJR1300 is common sense.