Engineered by Honda for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2012 Honda VTX1300C pairs a 1312 cc (80.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. 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 VTX1300C measures 307.5 kg (678 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 699 mm (27.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,664 mm (65.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18.17-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2007 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
699 mm (27.5 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 SystemCarburettor. Single 38mm constant-velocity carburetor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital with three-dimensional mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Emission DetailsMeets current EPA emissions standards. California version meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment
Chassis
Rake32.0°
Trail149 mm (5.9 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)
Wheelbase1664 mm (65.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/90-M19
Rear Tyre170/80-M15
Front BrakesSingle disc. Twin-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø336 mm (13.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.307.5 kg (678.0 pounds)
Seat Height699 mm (27.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity18.17 litres (4.80 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsDark Blue Metallic, Metallic Red, Black, Titanium
WarrantyOne Year. Unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.
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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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