Yamaha Fjr1300es vs Kawasaki Concours 14
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Fjr1300es vs Kawasaki Concours 14. Yamaha Fjr1300es: 146 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 289 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Kawasaki Concours 14: 155 hp @ 8,800 rpm hp, 319 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 250 km/h (electronically limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Fjr1300es
Kawasaki Concours 14
Horsepower (hp)
146 hp
155 hp
Torque (Nm)
138 Nm
155 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
250 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
289 kg
319 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
146 hp @ 8,000 rpm
155 hp @ 8,800 rpm
Torque
138 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
155 Nm @ 6,200 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited)
250 km/h (electronically limited)
Weight
289 kg (wet/curb weight)
319 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.0–7.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Fjr1300es
8.5/10
"The definitive used sport-tourer that rewards serious, experienced riders richly."
Pros
+Electronically adjustable suspension works brilliantly
+Shaft drive, essentially zero maintenance
+Outstanding wind and weather protection
Cons
−Heavy below 30mph, full stop
−Missed valve services are common
−Suspension electronics can get expensive
Kawasaki Concours 14
8.5/10
"The ultimate budget sport-tourer if heat and heft don't scare you."
Pros
+Savage, reliable 1400cc engine
+Shaft drive, zero chain fuss
+Exceptional two-up capability
Cons
−Brutal summer heat soak
−Wallowy solo suspension setup
−Heavy at low-speed maneuvers
Top 10 Accessories
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