Yamaha FJ1200A
The Yamaha FJ 1200A was a Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinde Sport touring motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1991. Max torque was 79.66 ft/lbs (108.0 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 129.95 HP (96.9 KW) @ 9000 RPM.
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| Yamaha FJ 1200A | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1991 |
| Class | Sport touring |
| Engine | 1188cc Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinde |
| Bore / Stroke | 76.2mm x 76.2mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Horsepower | 129.95 HP (96.9 KW) @ 9000RPM |
| Torque | 79.66 ft/lbs (108.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM |
| Spark Plug | NGK DP8EA-9 |
| Battery | YUASA YTX14-BS |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
| Final Drive | Chain: 530x110 |
| Front Sprocket | 16T |
| Rear Sprocket | 40T |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic with 3-way preload and damping adjustment Rear: Monocross monoshock 5-way preload and 5-way damping adjustment |
| Brakes | Front: Double discs 282 mm Rear: Single disc 282 mm |
| Front Tire | 120/70-VR17 |
| Rear Tire | 150/80 V16 |
| Wheelbase | 58.7 inches (1491 mm) |
| Length | 87.8 inches (2230 mm) |
| Width | 30.51 inches (775 mm) |
| Seat Height | 30.71 inches (780 mm) |
| Weight | 259.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine
A 76.2mm bore x 76.2mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1188.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-discs.
Chassis
It came with a 120/70-VR17 front tire and a 150/80 V16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Double discs 282 mm in the front and a Single disc 282 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic with 3-way preload and damping adjustment while the rear was equipped with a Monocross monoshock 5-way preload and 5-way damping adjustment. The wheelbase was 58.7 inches (1491 mm) long.
1991 - 1997 Yamaha FJ 1200A
The Kawasaki is very easy to use. Its gearbox is light and positive. So's the clutch. The brakes work. The steering is light for a 242kg fattie, especially at pootling speed. The steering lock isn't as great as the FJ's, but it only gives agg when you're trying to turn round in the road a million times for photos. The mirrors are superb. The ZZ-R clocks (including digital clock) are neat and look classy.