Buyer's Guide

Yamaha | 2013 Sportbike Buyer's Guide

Research new Yamaha motorcycles. Sport Rider has specifications and price comparisons of many 2013 Yamaha sportbike models.

By Sport Rider staff

March 20, 2013

Yamaha FJR1300A	$15,890
Engine: L-C 16V 1298 Inline-Four Seat Height: 31.7 /32.5 in. Wheelbase: 60.8 in.

Yamaha's sport-touring king is updated with a new electronics package that includes YCC-T, cruise control, traction control, selectable drive modes and a three-part instrument panel. Styling (and comfort) changes include a new headlight cowl, side fairings and a new adjustable windscreen; suspension damping and spring rates have also been altered.

FJR1300A First Look | FJR1300A Road Test

Yamaha YZF-R1	$14,290
Engine: L-C 16V 998 Inline-Four Seat Height: 32.9 in. Wheelbase: 55.7 in.

After being injected with a dose of MotoGP technology in the form of traction control last year (among other updates), Yamahas literbike contender returns unchanged for '13. Color combinations are Rapid Red/Raven, Matte Gray, or the Team Yamaha Blue/White shown here that adds $200 to the MSRP.

2012 YZF-R1 First Look | 2012 YZF-R1 First Ride | 2012 YZF-R1 Road Test

Yamaha YZF-R6	$10,990
Engine: L-C 16V 599 Inline-Four Seat Height: 33.5 in. Wheelbase: 54.1 in.

Yamaha's middleweight ripper is an absolute weapon on the racetrack, as Cameron Beaubier's seven victories in the AMAs Daytona Sportbike class will attest to. No changes for '13, although the R6 is also available in the Team Yamaha Blue/White livery that adds $200 to MSRP. Standard colors are Rapid Red/Pearl White and Matte Gray.

2010 YZF-R6 First Look

Yamaha FZ1	$10,790
Engine: L-C 20V 998 Inline-Four Seat Height: 32.1 in. Wheelbase: 57.5 in.

Think of the FZ1 as an upright R1 ready to take on the world, Yamaha says of its ultimate street brawler. And with a previous-generation R1 engine, upright seating position and ample wind protection, the FZ1 is set for pretty much anything. The FZ1 is unchanged from last year, and Cobalt Blue is the color for 13.

2011 FZ1 Road Test

Yamaha FZ8	$8890
Engine: L-C 16V 779 Inline-Four Seat Height: 32.1 in. Wheelbase: 57.5 in.

The FZ8 has been updated with a new, sportier muffler shape and fuel injection settings that improve throttle response. The suspension is also upgraded, with the front fork now fully adjustable and the shock sprouting a rebound adjuster along with a stiffer spring. All that makes it an even better bang for the buck.

FZ8 First Look

Yamaha FZ6R	$7790
Engine: L-C 16V 600 Inline-Four Seat Height: 30.9 in. Wheelbase: 56.7 in.

A great option for entry-level riders and commuters alike, the FZ6R offers a low seat height and comfortable ergos, a torquey 600cc engine and supersport looks, all wrapped up with an attractive price. Color options this year include Pearl White and the Team Yamaha Blue/White shown here that adds $100 to the list price.

2009 FZ6R First Ride | 2009 FZ6R Road Test