Built around Honda's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2012 Honda Interstate features a 1312 cc (80.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 89.5 x 104.3 mm (3.5 x 4.1 inches) with a 9.2:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Interstate measures 323 kg (712 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 681 mm (26.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,786 mm (70.3 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 16.65-liter (4.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 2010 to 2019, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
681 mm (26.8 in)
Engine
Displacement1312.0 ccm (80.06 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details52 degree V-twin
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke89.5 x 104.3 mm (3.5 x 4.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemInjection. PGM-FI with automatic enrichment circuit, one 38mm throttle body
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital with 3-D mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchWet multiplate
Performance
Emission DetailsMeets current EPA standards. California version meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Chassis
Rake33.0°
Trail118 mm (4.6 inches)
Front Suspension41mm fork
Front Travel102 mm (4.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle shock
Rear Travel99 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase1786 mm (70.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre140/80-17
Rear Tyre170/80-15
Front BrakesDouble disc. Twin-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø336 mm (13.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.323.0 kg (712.0 pounds)
Seat Height681 mm (26.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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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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