BMW R 1300 RT vs Yamaha Fjr1300
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
BMW R 1300 RT vs Yamaha Fjr1300. BMW R 1300 RT: 145 hp (107 kW) hp, 584 lbs (265 kg) weight, top speed ~130 mph (electronically limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Yamaha Fjr1300: 146 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 289 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 250 km/h (electronically limited), Motoryk rating 8.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
BMW R 1300 RT
Yamaha Fjr1300
Horsepower (hp)
145 hp
146 hp
Torque (Nm)
110 Nm
138 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
250 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
584 kg
289 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
145 hp (107 kW)
146 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
110 lb-ft (149 Nm)
138 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
~130 mph (electronically limited)
250 km/h (electronically limited)
Weight
584 lbs (265 kg)
289 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
—
6.0–7.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
BMW R 1300 RT
8.5/10
"The best sport-tourer available, if running costs don't terrify you."
Pros
+Exceptional real-world wind protection
+Punchy, refined 1300cc boxer
+Semi-active suspension transforms comfort
Cons
−Expensive dealer servicing costs
−Complex electronics frustrate DIY owners
−Heavy low-speed maneuvering
Yamaha Fjr1300
8.8/10
"The benchmark sports tourer that absolutely nothing has made obsolete."
Pros
+Engine pulls endlessly, everywhere
+Shaft drive, zero chain fuss
+AE electronic suspension is superb
Cons
−Shaft splines need regular greasing
−Stock seat brutalises after 200 miles
−Heavy at slow urban speeds
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