2005 Yamaha FJR1300 Problems
- Complaints
- 17filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 31,000miles, 13 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300. The part named most often is electrical system, with 9 complaints (53% of the total), followed by fuel system (4) and brakes (2). 13 of the complaints include a mileage, and 77% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 31,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system9 53%
- Fuel system4 24%
- Brakes2 12%
- Engine1 5.9%
- Engine cooling1 5.9%
- Equipment1 5.9%
- Other or unknown1 5.9%
- Tires1 5.9%
- Wheels1 5.9%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Ignition switch is intermittent. Sometimes after turning switch to off position then back to the on position, motorcycle will not start and gage have no power. Sometime I may have to turn key on and off fifty or more times and sometimes that doesn't work. Motorcycle has less than 17,000 miles on it and has been garage kept. I've read many other owners having same the same problems.”
NHTSA complaint #11208378, filed 2019-05, 15,000 milesFuel system: “This report is in regard to the second event regarding fuel geysering out of the fuel tank. During a refueling stop in gunnison, colorado, I opened the fuel cap. There was a whooshing sound and fuel literally spewed into the air about 3 feet, covering me and most of the motorcycle in gasoline. Prior to opening the tank cap, I estimated about 1/4 tank remaining. It appeared the fuel tank was still under pressure when I opened the tank cap. …”
NHTSA complaint #10424144, filed 2011-09, 27,000 milesBrakes: “Rear anti lock brakes have stopped working. Yamaha says this is a very expensive fix. The motorcycle obviously is out of warranty. It is no longer as safe as it once was.”
NHTSA complaint #10652625, filed 2014-11, 42,000 milesVehicle speed control: “05 Yamaha fjr 1300 my motorcycle just stalled on the freeway twice on my last trip. Usually I don't go very far but on this trip we rode for 5 straight hrs and this happened. There is a throttle sensor recall on this bike. I gave them my VIN# and they said it did not pertain to my bike. I believe this is the problem. They told me to take it to the dealer but the dealer wants to charge me for the diagnostic test of $100 hr. What can I do?”
NHTSA complaint #10367838, filed 2010-11, 43,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
77% of the 13 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 22,000 and 43,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 09V360000Sep 17, 2009Vehicle speed controlCovers: Yamaha FJR1300 2005, YZFR1 2005, FZS6 2005
Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2005 motorcycles manufactured between october 2004 and april 2005. The throttle position sensor can fail.
- 06V371000Sep 28, 2006Vehicle speed controlCovers: Yamaha FJR1300 2003–2005, XV1700 2002–2005, YZFR1 2004–2005 +1 more
On certain motorcycles, an improperly designed throttle position sensor could cause an intermittently unstable idle when the engine is at idling speed when the motorcycle is stopped or during low-speed operations. The engine could stall as a result.
Recall details for the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300.
Other model years of the Yamaha FJR1300
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 9 | 15,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 13 | 700 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 69 | 7,000 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 17 | 31,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2004 | 7 | 44,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 7 | 17,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Yamaha FJR1300 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 have?
NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 9 complaints (53% of the total), followed by fuel system with 4.
Has the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 reported?
Among the 13 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 31,000 miles and the middle half falls between 22,000 and 43,000 miles; 77% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.