Honda VTX 1300R

Production years: 2005–2012
Brand: Honda

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Selected year: 2012

Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 1,312 cm³
Power: 63 hp (47 kW)
Wet weight: 322.1 kg
Seat height: 696 mm

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Overview

The Honda VTX 1300R is a cruiser produced from 2005 to 2012. For 2012, its liquid-cooled, four-stroke V-twin displaces 1312.0 cm³ and makes 63 hp (47 kW); wet weight is 322.1 kg.

A 696 mm seat gives the VTX 1300R a low seating position, while its 322.1 kg wet weight can make low-speed maneuvering demanding. Shaft drive eliminates chain cleaning and adjustment, and the rear shocks have five-position spring-preload adjustment to suit different loads or riding conditions. Its 18.20-liter tank provides fuel capacity for longer stretches between stops, though actual distance depends on fuel use.

Specifications

Engine

Bore x stroke: 89.5 x 104.3 mm
Engine capacity: 1,312 cm³
Compression ratio: 9.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel system: Carburettor
Ignition: Digital with three-dimensional mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 3

Performance and transmission

Power: 63 hp (47 kW)
Power weight ratio: 0.2076 HP/kg (dry)
Final drive: Shaft
Gearbox: Manual 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight: 303.5 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.2 L
Seat height: 696 mm
Wet weight: 322.1 kg
Wheelbase: 1,669 mm

Chassis and suspension

Frame: Aluminium
Front suspension: 41mm fork
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake: 32.0°
Rear suspension: Rear: Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Rear wheel travel: 94 mm
Trail: 144 mm

Brakes and wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Twin-piston caliper
Front brakes diameter: 336 mm
Front tyre: 140/80-17
Rear brakes: Single disc. Twin-piston caliper
Rear brakes diameter: 296 mm
Rear tyre: 170/80-15

Colours and equipment

Colours: Metallic Silver, Metallic Black and Bright Blue Metallic

Model years

2011

Seat height: 695 mm → 696 mm

Specification
Engine capacity	1,312 cm³	1,312 cm³	1,312 cm³	1,312 cm³	1,312 cm³	1,312 cm³
Power	63 hp (47 kW)	63 hp (47 kW)	63 hp (47 kW)	63 hp (47 kW)	63 hp (47 kW)	63 hp (47 kW)
Wet weight	322.1 kg	322.1 kg	322.1 kg	322.1 kg	322.1 kg	322.1 kg
Seat height	695 mm	695 mm	695 mm	695 mm	696 mm	696 mm
Fuel capacity	18.2 L	18.2 L	18.2 L	18.2 L	18.2 L	18.2 L

Pros and cons

Advantages

Low seat
The 696 mm seat height puts the rider close to the ground when stopped.
Shaft final drive
Shaft drive avoids the regular cleaning and adjustment required by a chain.
Adjustable rear preload
Five-position spring-preload adjustment lets the rear suspension be tuned for load and riding conditions.

Things to consider

Substantial wet weight
At 322.1 kg wet, the VTX 1300R can take effort to maneuver at walking speed.
Limited rear-wheel travel
The rear suspension has 94 mm of travel, leaving less room to absorb large bumps.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 696 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 696 mm

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Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.

Estimated ground reach

Both feet likely flat

You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.

Seat height

696 mm

Approx. loaded height

666 mm

Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.