2008 Yamaha FJR1300 vs 2003 Yamaha R1

My better reaction time (0.613s vs 0.843s) reduced the severity of my loss :)

FJR: 11.270s @ 121.77mph
Holeshot header
Remus Hexacone mufflers
Slightly modified air box
Motty AFR Tuner

R1: 10.808s @ 127.85mph
No muffler
Altered gearing (sprocket kit; didn't ask about the tooth count)

Category:

Autos & Vehicles

Tags:

• Yamaha
• FJR
• FJR1300
• R1
• drag
• race

[billysull]

What do you think of the Motty AFR? I'm thinking of getting one for my K1200S.

[UselessPickles]

I really like the Motty. Installation was a bit scary, but it was worth it to me.

It's a bit of a tougher decision now that Dynojet has their PCV + AutoTune, which is very similar (Motty also includes a data logger and higher resolution maps). The other main difference is that the PCV is plug-n-play (but only supported on 2009+ bikes), while the Motty requires custom splicing/soldering (but can be installed on almost any bike).

[samihasib]

According to my experience, an R1 in capable hand will beat FJR1300 in every possible speed race. Reason is R1 has a much better power to weight ratio, superior high end torque. FJR is an EXCELLENT bike for long distance touring. Its comfortable and also very powerful but R1 a purpose built racing machine. As I said, it depends on the rider. Given both riders are equally capable; R1 will win a ¼ mile race hands down; every time.

[UselessPickles]

I guess I should qualify my statement of them being "close enough in 1/4 mile performance" with "in average hands". Equally capable average riders, such as myself and this R1 rider, are equally capable of making small mistakes. These 2 bikes are close enough in performance that when he makes a mistake and I don't, I can win the race. Also keep in mind that this is an older R1 and my FJR has been modified a bit. The FJR is actually based on a lot of design/technology of early 2000's R1.

[samihasib]

you cant really compare these two... they are totally different animals !

[UselessPickles]

But I just did compare them :) They are close enough in 1/4 mile performance that I won 2 of the 4 races against him due to small rider errors on his part (reaction time, shifting to 2nd a split second too late). They'd be even closer if I didn't slip my clutch so much on the launch (still a bit of fear about launching hard).

[254lele]

Fjr got full fuel tank anyway

[freddietz96]

Definitely not bad. Fast tourer vs a track bike; 7000rpm redline vs a 11750rpm redline that weighs over 200lbs less and has a more direct-torque chain drive (as opposed to shaft drive). What can you do? You’re never going to ever outrun the R1, busa, big Ninjas & CBRs (and the small ones will definitely hand you your ass in the shorts). Still, you can put 180 miles straight on an FJR and still have your wrists & back in good enough shape to do yardwork (or bikework).

[mbleft]

not bad. 

[sk8ererpunk5000]

take off the clear protection..makes the ride better ;)

[billysull]

Thanks for your help. I'm currently trying to purchase male/female injector connectors so I can make up a plug and play harness as I don't want to leave tell tale signs that could void my warranty. I think Motty's the best available at the moment...I considered Rapid Bike RB3 but heard they're unreliable. Thanks.

[jacknife91]

I looked this up because my dad is buying 1 today. My dad on that? Oh dear.