At the heart of the 2013 Honda Sabre custom - cruiser motorcycle, Honda utilizes a 1312 cc (80.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. 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 Sabre measures 301.2 kg (664 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 683 mm (26.9 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 8 indexed model years from 2010 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
683 mm (26.9 in)
Engine
Displacement1312.0 ccm (80.06 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details52 degrees V-twin
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke89.5 x 104.3 mm (3.5 x 4.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
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)
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°
Trail115 mm (4.5 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
Rear Tyre170/80-15
Front BrakesDouble disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø336 mm (13.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.301.2 kg (664.0 pounds)
Seat Height683 mm (26.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity16.65 litres (4.40 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack
WarrantyOne year. Unlimited milage. Transferable.
Notes
Model ID: VT1300CS. Model also called Honda 1300 Custom Sabre.
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Seat Height
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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.
