VT 1100

1994 Honda VT 1100 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Honda's motorcycle platform, the 1994 Honda VT 1100 features a 1099 cc (67.1 cu in) v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 60 HP (43.8 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 95.1 Nm (70.2 lb-ft) at 2,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 54.6 HP per liter and a 2,250 rpm working window between peak torque (2,750 rpm) and peak power (5,000 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the VT 1100 measures 245 kg (540 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.24 HP/kg (4.08 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 705 mm (27.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops. The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.