Honda Ctx700 vs Yamaha Fjr1300
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Ctx700 vs Yamaha Fjr1300. Honda Ctx700: 47 hp @ 6,250 rpm hp, 228 kg (curb weight, DCT model) weight, top speed 160 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10. 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
Honda Ctx700
Yamaha Fjr1300
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
146 hp
Torque (Nm)
60 Nm
138 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
160 km/h
250 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
289 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
47 hp @ 6,250 rpm
146 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
60 Nm @ 4,750 rpm
138 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
160 km/h
250 km/h (electronically limited)
Weight
228 kg (curb weight, DCT model)
289 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28.5 km/L)
6.0–7.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Ctx700
7.0/10
"Sensible, reliable commuter that never pretends to be anything else."
Pros
+Exceptional long-term reliability
+DCT genuinely transforms commuting
+Outstanding fuel economy
Cons
−Uninspiring power delivery
−DCT service often neglected
−Resale value drops fast
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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