2006 Yamaha FJR1300A
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 47 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
66% of complaints: electrical system — 31 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TOTAL LOSS OF POWER AND CONTROL WITH FAILURE OF THE MOTORCYCLE GROUNDING HARNESS SYSTEM. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20110424
1. 2006 YAMAHA FJR1300A, WHILE RIDING THE BIKE TURNED OFF COMPLETELY AS IF THE BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED, BIKE STALLED AND FELL OVER. 2.OCCURRED ONCE, BIKE WOULD NOT RESTART, HAD TO GET TRUCK AND TRAILER TO PICK ME UP AND TOOK TO DEALER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20081003
RIDING IN WESTERN VIRGINIA, ON A WARM SATURDAY AFTERNOON, I NOTICED MY TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHTS WERE BOTH ON, AND FLASHED WEIRDLY WHEN I USED THEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120530
13% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: exterior lighting — 4 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
HAD THE RECALL DONE ON THIS BIKE PER THE RECALL LETTER. ON OCT 18 2012 LOST ALL LIGHTS...WHEN I WAS ABLE TO GET BIKE HOME FOUND A GROUND CONNECTOR HAD MELTED. THE FIX BY YAMAHA DO NOT (THE BIKE NEEDS A NEW WIRE HARNESS NOT A JUMPER. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20131111
RIDING IN WESTERN VIRGINIA, ON A WARM SATURDAY AFTERNOON, I NOTICED MY TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHTS WERE BOTH ON, AND FLASHED WEIRDLY WHEN I USED THEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120530
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
MOTORCYCLE STALLING - ELECTRICAL
MOTORCYCLE STALLING - ELECTRICAL
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Yamaha FJR1300A — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (4 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2006 Yamaha FJR1300A reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Yamaha FJR1300A?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Yamaha FJR1300A have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.