At the heart of the 2015 Honda CB1100 DLX classic motorcycle, Honda features a 1140 cc (69.6 cu in) oil & air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 73.5 x 67.2 mm (2.9 x 2.6 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the CB1100 DLX measures 259 kg (571 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 795 mm (31.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,491 mm (58.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2014 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
795 mm (31.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1140.0 ccm (69.56 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke73.5 x 67.2 mm (2.9 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. PGM-FI with automatic enrichment circuit, 32mm throttle bodies
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital transistorized with electronic advance
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Driveline#530 O-ring-sealed chain
Performance
Emission DetailsMeets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Exhaust4-2 Exhaust
Chassis
Rake27.0°
Trail114 mm (4.5 inches)
Front Suspension41mm fork with spring preload adjustability
Front Travel107 mm (4.2 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks with spring preload adjustability
Rear Travel114 mm (4.5 inches)
Wheelbase1491 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/80-18
Rear Tyre140/70-18
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
