Engineered by Honda for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2011 Honda VTX1300R 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 VTX1300R measures 322.1 kg (710 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 696 mm (27.4 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,669 mm (65.7 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
696 mm (27.4 in)
Engine
Displacement1312.0 ccm (80.06 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
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°
Trail144 mm (5.7 inches)
Front Suspension41mm fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionRear: Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Rear Travel94 mm (3.7 inches)
Wheelbase1669 mm (65.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre140/80-17
Rear Tyre170/80-15
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø336 mm (13.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.322.1 kg (710.0 pounds)
Seat Height696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity18.17 litres (4.80 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsMetallic Silver, Metallic Black and Bright Blue Metallic
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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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