Yamaha XJR1300 Reviews
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★★★★★
“yep put a screen on makes a difference recommend a givi”
Written on: 18/06/2013
bought a 2002 1300 sp love it put a givi screen on it definately makes a difference to wind and looks bought mine from twisted throttle they come with full instructions and mounts and bolts are stainless they are in the us im in queensland aus am very happy with the product and wouldnt hesitate to recomend them to anyone.im not a sales person for them just a happy customer which it what it is all about (read more)
★★★★★
“My Second XJR1300sp”
Written on: 04/05/2013 by VJMC1 (1 review written)
Bought my first XJR new in 2001 had it for 3 years added full acroprovic exhaust system, gas flowed head, nitro, quick shiftier.Then sadly I sold it since then Ive owned Many Jap sports bikes, Harley's and BM's but always wanted another XJR so Ive taken the plunge and bought another and I love it. They are real bikes and are comfortable fast and most of all fun. I wont be selling any time soon. Ive already started buying bits cant help it (read more)
★★★★★
“Real Bikers Machine - Sheer enjoyment - Read on!!!”
Written on: 03/04/2013 by moranloz
As an owner of a Honda CB750 in the early 70s which was the greatest super bike of the age, I havn't found another machine to touch it, apart from the Yammy XJR My 2006 (Normally aspirated) XJR is the greatest retro bike in the world! 1970s styling with new millennium technology makes this bike the greatest! ! Easy to maintain, easy on drive chain, dead reliable, timeless styling and an overall winner. Fuel consumption heavy if you really 'gas it', take it a little easy and you can get... (read more)
★★★★★
“Nothing better than an XJR1300”
Written on: 07/10/2012 by XJRLover (1 review written)
This is my fourth bike and best yet. Sure it is big and heavy but you don't notice it when you start riding, very nimble and handles great. Loads of torque, very comfortable and sounds great too with killer retro looks. Quite thirsty when using the engine fully but if fairly frugal when touring within the speed limit. All in all a great bike! (read more)
★★★★★
“PURE MUCSLE AND GRUNT”
Written on: 23/06/2012 by blackflyer (2 reviews written)
Ive owned my 05 XJR for 5 years now just clocked up 10k so quite low milage. Used every day to commute only 5 miles away,but very busy traffic.so has the grunt and attitude to deal with(with nice 4into1 Remus). I looked at buying something new this year but could not find a bike Id rather ride so keeping Xjr.There is no replacement for such a beast. Very reliable,never done anything other that plug's,filter's and oil etc. Heavy,sh*t on fuel,paint job cr*p, but you got to love it. (read more)
★★★★★
“Yamaha XJR1300”
Written on: 02/06/2012 by mozthegreat
Bought mine with only 2090 miles on the clock, a 59 plate from wood's in abergele north wales for £4800 i love the look of muscle bike's and the xjr is one of the nicest, they look just like proper motorbike's and the comfort on this thing last's for age's so it's great for long distance riding. One of it's greatest strength's is it's low down drive (torque) it has the strength to pull down a tree and give's you a all mighty buzz going forward, on fuel it's pretty thirsty, on bend's it does... (read more)
★★★★★
“beast with a brain”
Written on: 12/01/2012 by 11cobbs11 (1 review written)
I have a 1999 xjr1300 its smooth and packs plenty of grunt , low down torque is absolutely amazing!! its comfy and the relaxed riding position is great , very easy to ride. Its what I want on a bike living in Brisbane Australia , yeah its big and intimidating around town a real head turner in traffic....I love the feel when it takes off on the motorway the powerful engine just purrs effortlessly..dislikes are needs a sixth gear and I dont have a screen on mine so you get all the windblast... (read more)
Patrickthompson's Response to 11cobbs11's Review
Written on: 04/03/2013
Hi. I put a screen on my 2002 XJR 1300 & it transformed the bike seriously no more whiplash from the wind . Cheers PAt in Cork Ireland.
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★★★★★
“9 years ( summer use only )”
Written on: 11/09/2011
bought mine at 2 months old saw it standing outside a bike shop and thought what a smart looking bike ! had a test ride and bought it there and then, in nine years of admittedly summer i/e warm rain riding it has never let me down, it has had a new battery and the choke cable snapped after the first winter, but that has been it. Can be rough on rear tyres and is not the best on fuel, on the other hand thats all its going to cost you, a small amount of paint has peeled off the engine, but... (read more)
★★★★★
“Been riding for 21yrs now last bike a zx9r,the xjr is...”
Written on: 25/01/2010
Been riding for 21yrs now last bike a zx9r,the xjr is way more comfy! almost forgot what made me get into bikes in the first place untill i rode the big yamaha, a raw bike with a great smooth feel.Very cheap to insure very cheap to service.The power is low down torque and just where you need it.
Its a brilliant bike that oozes character,for the money its the best buy you will find in the world of motorcycles.
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★★★★★
“i rode streetfighterd bandits for a while untill i got...”
Written on: 22/01/2009 by marktheglass (1 review written)
i rode streetfighterd bandits for a while untill i got a blue xjr1300sp,its torque is very good, good on long trips , good on petrol ,handles quite good looks brilliant, i love it , my ones a 2000 model but i would like a brand new one very nice bike, looks old school still , (read more)
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★★★★★
“I bought a 12 month old Yamaha XJR1300 sports bike in...”
Written on: 26/04/2005 by Yozzer
I bought a 12 month old Yamaha XJR1300 sports bike in 2000 with 3000 miles on the clock. It has loads of smooth power right through the revs. The brakes are the same as used on the R1 so no problems there. I had it for 18 months and sold it to my mate who still has it now. When it gets hot there is a top end rattle (may be the oil he used) I had no problems while I owned it. A real muscle bike with mild manners around town. Hope you like polishing bikes! (read more)
★★★★☆
“Would buy one tomorrow if mine was stolen. ”
Written on: 15/03/2011
Would buy one tomorrow if mine was stolen.
What a nimble bike for the size and weight with plenty of MUSCLE
The XJR 1300 is a joy to ride and is a great looking machine that turns heads .
I have riden this bike for over 2 year on some of western australias best and worst roads and never got off the bike feeling drained of energy due to the upright sitting postion, its easy to ride, handles well and is very reliable.It has a punch between 5000 to 6500 rpm it pulls like a train , great when...
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★★★★★
“Top machine..owned one for the last 10 years and it...”
Written on: 14/03/2011
Top machine..owned one for the last 10 years and it hasn't missed a beat..good all rounder..can keep up with the pocket rockets and also great for touring. (read more)
★★★★★
“The XJR is a good ride, I have found it does all the...”
Written on: 22/12/2010 by oldskool1515 (1 review written)
The XJR is a good ride, I have found it does all the things I need in a bike. A cool looking oldskool rero bike. It is a very good tourer one up or two up. If I want to have play it's strong engine and handling, means I can have some fun. I have after market mufflers and it sound good. I think Yamaha got it right :) (read more)
★★★★★
“As with a lot of you I bought it for it's gorgeous...”
Written on: 09/11/2010
As with a lot of you I bought it for it's gorgeous look and engine, it looks fast parked! Mines a red sp and I bought it 6 years old with 4,000 genuine miles on the clock, which I doubled the first year.All they must have done was polish it! I'm approaching 60 and this is the finest all round machine I've ever owned. It does have bad points such as poor metal quality (pitting on forks and cam covers) and the frame paint looks thin, but otherwise what a machine! You could leave it in top gear... (read more)
★★★★★
“bl..dy excellent all round bike great to get on and...”
Written on: 14/06/2010
bl..dy excellent all round bike great to get on and have fun you can scare the sh.t out your self quite easy (read more)
★★★★☆
“Bought my xjr1300 after a break from bikes and wanted...”
Written on: 30/05/2010
Bought my xjr1300 after a break from bikes and wanted to try a more upright position after the sports 600 I last owned. The bike is easily the best bike I have owned. The high torque at low revs is very pleasing, it is light and easy to ride for a big bike and with handsome looks, it ticks all the boxes for me. The brakes are very good but the fuel consumption is quite heavy but I suppose thats to be expected for a big machine. I do find the older colour schemes a bit more interesting than... (read more)
★★★★★
“Bought my XJR1300 new in 2009. Had some big bikes...”
Written on: 18/04/2010
Bought my XJR1300 new in 2009. Had some big bikes before but the fuel injected XJR is more refined than some. Because its naked its tempting to put a screen on, but that would spoil the ride and the looks. Horses for courses, I'd prefer to use my VFR for long distances. The XJR is for pure pleasure and general tomfoolery, and because you can't sustain 90+ for long its good for my license.
It accelerates like stink. The biggest shove I have ever felt on any mode of transport including a...
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★★★★★
“ i just traded my 97 thunderbird which i loved and...”
Written on: 08/02/2010
i just traded my 97 thunderbird which i loved and thought Wat have done but brought my 2007 xjr with only 605miles yes thats right605 on a 07 i have done 300 miles only coz of the weather {snow]i love it looks great sounds great fitted a bewoulf its nearly run in cant wait 4 the summer when i can really play on her as 4 the tunderbird that i said i would never sell no regrets sorry triumph (read more)
★★★★★
“This is my first big bike having come back to biking...”
Written on: 16/01/2010
This is my first big bike having come back to biking after 20 years. I was a bit worried that it would be a bit of a handful on the twisty country roads i ride. I was pleasantly surprised at how well it handles though. A friend of mine who is a racer took it out one day came back with a huge grin on his face saying he had had his knee down on the corners and could not believe how such a big bike could handle so well! I often ride with a pillion and think it handles better when i do! The... (read more)
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★★★★★
“AFTER RIDING BIG MACHINES OVER THE PAST 20YRS OR SO I...”
Written on: 01/01/2010
AFTER RIDING BIG MACHINES OVER THE PAST 20YRS OR SO I CAN HONESTLY SAY THAT MY XJR 1300 IS THE BEST YET!!!!!WITH ITS MEAN LOOKS AND ITS MENEACEING STREET PREASENCE THE XJR IS THE BIKE TO BE SEEN WITH (read more)
★★★★★
“what an awesome machine, you really can just cruise or...”
Written on: 24/11/2009
what an awesome machine, you really can just cruise or cut it with the big boys. it does all i ask of it. a true modern classic (read more)
★★★★★
“I cant believe an engine designed over twenty years...”
Written on: 05/11/2009
I cant believe an engine designed over twenty years ago can be so good!I test rode a cbr1100xx the xjr is just as smooth with miles better brakes!This bike has bags of character it handles better than the competition and is tons of fun!Forget top speed torque is king on this beast and feels oh so good. On a slight down note tanks are prone to stone chips intake rubbers crack and there should be more paint on the bike! overall though i love the big yam!! (read more)
★★★★★
“I cant believe an engine designed over twenty years...”
Written on: 04/11/2009
I cant believe an engine designed over twenty years ago can be so good!I test rode a cbr1100xx the xjr is just as smooth with miles better brakes!This bike has bags of character it handles better than the competition and is tons of fun!Forget top speed torque is king on this beast and feels oh so good. On a slight down note tanks are prone to stone chips intake rubbers crack and there should be more paint on the bike! overall though i love the big yam!! (read more)
★★★★★
“Yamaha XJR1300 is an amazing machine, a truely epic...”
Written on: 20/08/2009
Yamaha XJR1300 is an amazing machine, a truely epic piece of motorcycle engineering.
My XJR started life as a standared SP model, the engine is bullet proof, with a few cheap mods the power is up to 140-RWHP, the best modification was my Barnett drag racing clutch, cheap and easy to install, needs mineral but has never gone wrong once.
This bike, in the right hands, because of it's grunty motor, and even on twisty roads will eat R1's for brekkie.
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★★★★★
“Retro-look and modern handling, with a lot of power....”
Written on: 29/07/2009
Retro-look and modern handling, with a lot of power. Smooth and reliable. Not thrilled about the finish on the plastic. Put a discrete thumbnail screen on it, which takes away some of the wind at higher speed, but not the great look. Travelled two on the yamaha xjr1300, with luggage, this summer and it was still great, good milage within speed limits. (read more)
★★★★★
“Had the update 2009 yamaha Xjr for only 3 months and...”
Written on: 15/07/2009
Had the update 2009 yamaha Xjr for only 3 months and done just 2oooKlms. This thing is bullett proof. You can just cruise around at 60Klms or put it on the back wheel at 120Klms. It's amazing how easy and fun it is to ride. I'd love to see what Rossi could do one if he had a play. Great around town and has so much pulling power you can be lazy and shift the gears whenever you want. No sore back, neck or wrists. Enough said, go and ride one. (read more)
★★★★★
“Awesome power - smooth and controlable. good...”
Written on: 20/06/2009
Awesome power - smooth and controlable. good allrounder with great performance = great fun. I have used my 02 1300sp for track days (dunlop qualifiers dont last long with all the power being put down) and for touring (two up with luggage) all over europe. The bike has never missed a beat and delivers on demand exactly what you ask of it... (read more)
★★★★★
“the Yamaha XJR1300 is the best bike i have had ”
Written on: 27/05/2009 by john1chaplin (1 review written)
the Yamaha XJR1300 is the best bike i have had (read more)
★★★★★
“The Yamaha XJR1300 is a powerfull machine, very smooth...”
Written on: 20/05/2009
The Yamaha XJR1300 is a powerfull machine, very smooth and predictable riding. Lots of torque. Baby up to 4000 rpm, beast over 6000 rpm.
Great classic-sport looks. Like it a lot.
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★★★★★
“ The Yamaha XJR1300 has steadiness and culture with...”
Written on: 09/05/2009
The Yamaha XJR1300 has steadiness and culture with passion under the skin.
Love this bike! Hope they won't stop to build them.
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★★★★☆
“Overall a great bike too ride even two up.loads of...”
Written on: 21/01/2009 by guzzler
Overall a great bike too ride even two up.loads of torque . Great bike I bought my xjr new 3yrs ago 06 plate.Got me out of a couple of near disasters,that i very much doubt my other bike would of done. brakes are fine, great for touring with a baglux seat fitted. (read more)
★★★★★
“The Yamaha XJR1300 is an overall fantastic bike....”
Written on: 09/01/2009 by danny111
The Yamaha XJR1300 is an overall fantastic bike. Reliable,relatively compact,good looking bike,cheap to buy ,very good value for money, powerful breaks. With this bike you can be king of the road. Parking light sets by mistake results in discharged battery.no wind shield. (read more)
★★★★★
“I bought my Yamaha XJR1300 six months ago and I can't...”
Written on: 09/12/2008
I bought my Yamaha XJR1300 six months ago and I can't fault it. Its a comfortable bike to ride, great acceleration and a huge road presence. I passed my bike test last year and bought a Yamaha virago535. It was very slow and not exactly the most fun bike to ride so it was a massive step to jump on such a big bike. It a good alrounder and im very pleased with it. If you want a bike that can put a smile on your face, the Yamaha XJR is definitely for you. (read more)
★★★★★
“After 10 years without a bike, I wanted to get back to...”
Written on: 19/09/2008 by Yammer
After 10 years without a bike, I wanted to get back to biking. Went to the London motorcycle show in 2005 specifically to see what's on offer. After I saw the Yamaha XJR it was love at first sight. Bought it. I don't regret it one bit and wouldn't trade it with anything even with the newer fuel injected version. I like the fact that it's a pure retro, air cooled and with old fashioned carbs. Although heavy, it's surprisingly manoeverable even at walking pace speed. It's a great tourer... (read more)
★★★★★
“A great all rounder. Fast, comfy, reliable, looks...”
Written on: 03/08/2008
A great all rounder. Fast, comfy, reliable, looks good. Build quality could be better but ok if you keep on top of it and don't ride it in the salt. (read more)
★★★★★
“A great all rounder with loads of grunt. Looks good,...”
Written on: 03/08/2008 by steviejproctor
A great all rounder with loads of grunt. Looks good, fast, comfy, reliable. (read more)
★★★★★
“I've owned my Yamaha XJR 1300 for 2 years. And I...”
Written on: 24/05/2008 by examiner man
I've owned my Yamaha XJR 1300 for 2 years. And I recomened anyone who rides bikes to try one out. You won't regret it. The only thing I don't do is take it to bed with me! (read more)
★★★★★
“Owned a 2000 w reg which I toured all over Europe. the...”
Written on: 21/02/2008 by adycrane (5 reviews written)
Owned a 2000 w reg which I toured all over Europe. the engine was as sweet as a nut. massive drive from nowhere. I personally had no trouble keeping with most bikes in normal conditions. A small givi screen made a huge difference to cruising speeds. gorgeous looks. would definitely have another as a second bike. (read more)
★★★★★
“Lots of tourque, smooth, reliable, does great...”
Written on: 07/02/2008
Lots of tourque, smooth, reliable, does great wheelstands! Great machine. (read more)
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★★★★★
“This Yamaha XJR1300 is probably the best bike I've...”
Written on: 04/11/2007 by gp (2 reviews written)
This Yamaha XJR1300 is probably the best bike I've ridden for years and if I ever sell it (unlikely) I would still get myself another XJR. Overall I think it deserves a 10/10 satisfaction. (read more)
★★★★★
“After a twenty year break from bikes I bought a 1979...”
Written on: 08/08/2007 by Peter Davis (1 review written)
After a twenty year break from bikes I bought a 1979 GS850, probably the best restored bike in the country, with only 7,300 miles on the clock. After 5 years I traded the GS, for my 02 XJR. It's the grey and black version. When riding this beast, bearing in mind my previous bikes, I find it totally exhilarating and love every minute of it. I've rode it up to 125 mph and then backed off, I wonder, what its top speed is? Compared to the GS it handles fantastic and has improved my riding... (read more)
★★★★★
“Lovely bike that really grows on you, that can tackle...”
Written on: 01/05/2007 by grwxjr (1 review written)
Lovely bike that really grows on you, that can tackle anything except off-road really well - will pull from 30mph in top gear without snatching or complaining - even 2-up.
Learn to ride it and respect the weight, and its very satisfying to hustle - it's a easy bike to handle at normal speeds, but demands attention and input if you want to really push it - but that's what makes it involving and fun to ride. It's more than fast enough for road work - not much will come past a well-ridden one...
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★★★★★
“I have had bikes for over 30 years and I've found the...”
Written on: 02/12/2006 by yozzer59
I have had bikes for over 30 years and I've found the XJR 1300 to be the best by far but, with a few tweaks here and there it could be that bit better. So come on Yamaha sort out those tweaks and make a great bike "KING OF THE JUNGLE". (read more)
★★★★★
“Well - what can I say??? ”
Written on: 26/08/2006 by Muscle Biker (1 review written)
Well - what can I say???
Put it this way - after 25 years of not having a bike - mid-life crisis took over and I bought myself an XJR1300 and a Kawasaki VN800. Simply put - since July this year - the Kawasaki has done 200 miles from new and this Wonderful Beautiful Gorgeous XJR has done over 1500 miles!!!
I say to myself - tomorrow i will take the Kawasaki - but each and every time - I do straight for my Yammy!!! the only time I take the Kawa is for short spin after I have had my dose of...
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264130_Ian Black's Response to Muscle Biker's Review
Written on: 21/10/2006
Can anyone else better 30mpg? I am after a Yamaha XJR (silver or black, and up to £3750), but if fuel consumption is that bad I might have to rethink - I want it for more than a once a month weekend blast.
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Muscle Biker's Response to Muscle Biker's Review
Written on: 19/11/2006
Hello
<br/>The Yamaha XJR1300 doesn't feel so bad at 30mpg. Every refill costs between £12 to £14 (depending on the price of petrol). So paying for the high consumption in small instalments makes it feel easier!!
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<br/>The car needs about £45 to fill it up, and it does over 40 to the gallon, but I feel the pinch when I dish out £45 to fill up!!
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<br/>I tell you what - the ride is well worth the price you pay for petrol!!
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Gp's Response to Muscle Biker's Review
Written on: 21/09/2007
I agree with Muscle Biker!!
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<br/>The XJR is pretty much worth it, and to be quite honest I don't think I've ridden a bike as good as that for a long time (I've been riding for 12 years now). So I think it's a small price to pay (30gpm) for the joy of the ride. At the end of the day a bike is never a choice of reason, it is more of an impulse and/or personal preference.
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★★★★★
“The Yamaha XJR1300 is an awesome muscle bike.Front...”
Written on: 17/05/2006 by timy
The Yamaha XJR1300 is an awesome muscle bike.Front forks too soft it's esential that you purchase uprated springs and heavier fork oil also clutch feels a little weak. Fantastic looking bike with a unburstable engine...ultra reliable. (read more)
★★★★★
“I have owned many bikes over the last 25 years, in my...”
Written on: 12/03/2006 by andy883
I have owned many bikes over the last 25 years, in my opinion the Yamaha XJR1300 is the best all rounder. The longest distance I have covered in one rideout is 250miles, and found it to be very comfortable, the guys I went with who rode sportsbikes were crippled. (read more)
★★★★★
“I own a 2003 yellow Yamaha XJR1300 I have done 11000...”
Written on: 05/01/2006 by bilco (1 review written)
I own a 2003 yellow Yamaha XJR1300 I have done 11000 miles , I find this bike hard to fault. These bikes are very quick considering the weight (224 kilo's) 0-60 3.6 seconds 0- 100 8 seconds quarter mile 11. something so they don't hang around . The motorcycle press seem to give the XJR bad press writing things. (read more)
★★★★★
“The Yamaha XJR1300 is fast enough it has great...”
Written on: 03/12/2005 by colfos (1 review written)
The Yamaha XJR1300 is fast enough it has great handling and looks the business. Big and beautiful to suit me(I'm 6ft2) especially good looking in blue. (read more)
★★★★★
“The Yamaha XJR1300 is an excellent bike for riders...”
Written on: 14/08/2005 by lexusls400
The Yamaha XJR1300 is an excellent bike for riders that like traditional styling although has a subtle "modern look". Lovely engine that I think looks right for the style (looks better than the Bandit engine). A huge bike especially for me (short) but, overall after trying a lot of others ,for my particular taste and riding style I have not found better. (read more)
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Paulwright5's Response to VJMC1's Review
Written on: 10/06/2013
I have had bandits Kawasaki,s etc bought my xjr November 2012 the performance is good its fast and handles fantastic you feel confident on the xjr If I was to sell this bike my next one would be another xjr I don't have a garage so the bike is left to face the elements with all the rain over the past 6 months there is still no signs of rust build quality is good and very reliable the only minor problem is fuel consumption the bandit 1250 was more economical by about 4 to 5 miles per gallon