Built around Honda's touring motorcycle platform, the 2013 Honda GL1800 Luxury relies on a 1832 cc (111.8 cu in) liquid-cooled six cylinder boxer, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 74.0 x 71.0 mm (2.9 x 2.8 inches) with a 9.8:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the GL1800 Luxury measures 421 kg (928 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,689 mm (66.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 24.98-liter (6.6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.72 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 372 km (231 miles) between fill-ups.
IgnitionComputer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
DrivelineOverdrive, electric reverse.
Performance
Fuel Consumption6.72 litres/100 km (14.9 km/l or 35.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases155.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Rake29.2°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system, 4.8 inches travel
Rear SuspensionPro Arm® single-side swingarm with Pro-Link® single shock with computer-controlled spring preload adjustment with two memory presets; 4.1 inches travel
Wheelbase1689 mm (66.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/70-R18
Rear Tyre180/60-R16
Front BrakesDouble disc. CBS three-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. CBS three-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø316 mm (12.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.421.0 kg (928.1 pounds)
Seat Height740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1455 mm (57.3 inches)
Overall Length2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Overall Width945 mm (37.2 inches)
Fuel Capacity24.98 litres (6.60 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlue metallic, Graphite Black, Candy Red
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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