1986 Yamaha FJ1200
Born in 1986, the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 is a 1188cc four-cylinder touring motorcycle producing 130hp from Yamaha.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- DOHC inline-4
- Displacement
- 1188 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Power
- 130 hp @ 9000 rpm
- Torque
- 108.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 77.0 × 63.8 mm
- Cooling
- Air-cooled
- Fuel System
- 4x Mikuni carburetors
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel perimeter frame
- Front Suspension
- Air-assisted fork
- Rear Suspension
- Monoshock
- Front Brake
- Dual disc
- Rear Brake
- Single disc
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 5-speed
- Final Drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top Speed
- 245 km/h (152 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 265 kg (584 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 288 kg (635 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 800 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1520 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 24.0 L
History & Story
When Yamaha unveiled the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in 1986, it signaled the company's commitment to the touring motorcycle segment. Built in Japan, this touring motorcycle embodied the spirit of 1980s motorcycling.
The 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 is motivated by a 1188cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 130hp at 9000 rpm. Breathing through 4x Mikuni carburetors and kept cool by air-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with chain final drive.
Built around a steel perimeter frame frame, the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 suspends its 265 kg (584 lbs) on air-assisted fork forks and monoshock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1520 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 achieves a claimed top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 24.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for touring motorcycle duties. The seat height of 800 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
The 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 is motivated by a 1188cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 130hp at 9000 rpm. Breathing through 4x Mikuni carburetors and kept cool by air-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with chain final drive.
Built around a steel perimeter frame frame, the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 suspends its 265 kg (584 lbs) on air-assisted fork forks and monoshock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1520 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 achieves a claimed top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 24.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for touring motorcycle duties. The seat height of 800 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Known Issues
- Charging system rotor failures on early models
- Speedometer gear wear
Fun Facts
- The 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 was one of the largest-displacement motorcycles of its era
- With 130hp, the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 was considered extremely powerful when launched
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 4/10
Resources & Parts
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