At the heart of the 2004 Honda VTX 1300 custom - cruiser motorcycle, Honda pairs a 1312 cc (80.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 74 HP (54 kW) while maximum torque reaches 123 Nm (90.7 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 56.4 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the VTX 1300 measures 290.7 kg (641 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.25 HP/kg (3.93 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 686 mm (27 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,662 mm (65.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18.16-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2004 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
56.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.25 HP/kg (3.93 kg/HP)
Standover Height
686 mm (27 in)
Engine
Displacement1312.0 ccm (80.06 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power74.0 HP (54.0 kW))
Torque123.0 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs)
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke89.5 x 104.3 mm (3.5 x 4.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionSolid-state digital
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiple discs, cable operated
Chassis
Rake32.0°
Trail140 mm (5.5 inches)
Front Suspension41mm fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability.
Rear Travel91 mm (3.6 inches)
Wheelbase1662 mm (65.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/90-M19
Rear Tyre170/80-M15
Front BrakesSingle 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
Dry Weight290.7 kg (640.9 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2546 HP/kg
Seat Height686 mm (27.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity18.16 litres (4.80 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsBlack, Metallic Silver, Pearl Orange, Candy Red
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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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.
