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2008 Yamaha XJR1300

1251 cc · 96 hp

The 2008 Yamaha XJR1300 is an adventure motorcycle from Yamaha. Recorded specifications include 1251 cc displacement, 96 hp power, 222 kg weight and 80 cm seat height.

Ride character

How this bike feels on the axes that matter

These scores are estimates.

Off-roadRoadComfortSpeedAgilityTouring

Character map

Estimated from category and catalog specs, scored 0–100.

Strongest axes

Strongest

Touring

90

Runner-up

Speed

88
Long-distance trips90
Highway pace88

Trade-offs

Agility64
Comfort70

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Best for

StrongestTouring

Where this bike tends to fit: city, touring, daily use, and more.

Touring
%82Best
Passenger
%80
Track
%78
Daily
%75
City
%72
Cornering
%71

Strongest fit: Touring (%82).

Who this bike is for

Rider fit: experience, purpose, and who may struggle.

Experience
Advanced
Riding purpose
Daily, Track, Long ride
Physical
Low seat height, Balanced weight
Character
Aggressive

May not be suitable

New beginnersExpecting low fuel consumption

Yamaha XJR1300 Specifications

Engine & Performance

Engine Displacement
1251 cc
Power
96 hp
Engine Type
Other
Torque
108.4 Nm
Engine Details
Other | DOHC | Cylinder: 4
Power / Weight
0.432 hp/kg

Fuel & Capacity

Fuel System
Injection

Cooling & Starter

Cooling System
Air-cooled
Starter
Electric

Transmission & Drive

Gearbox
Manual 5-speed
Transmission
Chain

Brake System

Front Brakes
Disc x2
Rear Brakes
Disc

Suspension

Front Suspension
Telescopic
Rear Suspension
Swing-Arm

Tires & Wheels

Front Tire
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire
180/55-ZR17

Dimensions & Weight

Length
218 cm
Height
112 cm
Wheelbase
150 cm
Seat Height
80 cm
Ground Clearance
13 cm
Dry Weight
222 kg

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