Cruisers
2012Honda Sabre
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The 2012 Honda Sabre is a cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with modern reliability and comfort. Known for its low 26.9-inch seat height and manageable 664-pound weight, it suits both experienced riders and those new to cruiser motorcycles. Its responsive dual-disc front brakes and stable handling make it an excellent choice for highway cruising and everyday riding. A factory ABS option was also available.
- Capacity
- 1312.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 301.2 kg
- Seat height
- 683 mm
- Power
- 111.8 HP (82.2 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Honda Sabre
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc. Twin-piston caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for relaxed boulevard cruising and styling with a classic custom V-twin look rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A laid-back, torque-driven V-twin cruiser with shaft drive smoothness, twin spark plug ignition sophistication, and a deep exhaust note that rewards easy-going riding over aggressive cornering.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting sharp handling, high-speed touring capability, or any off-road use.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1312.0 ccm
- Power
- 111.8 HP (82.2 kW)
- EPA Certificate No.
- CHNXC01.3BKB-010
- EPA CO Emissions
- 9.5 CO g/km
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3712 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 89.5 x 104.3 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital with 3-D mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1786 mm
- Seat height
- 683 mm
- Wet weight
- 301.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.70 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 41mm fork
- Rear suspension
- Single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 102 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 99 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 33.0°
- Trail
- 115 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Twin-piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 336 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Twin-piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 170/80-15
Other
- Color options
- Ultra Blue Metallic
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2010 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1312 cc | 1312 cc | 1312 cc | 1312 cc | 1312 cc |
| Seat height | 683 mm | 683 mm | 683 mm | 683 mm | 683 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.7 L | 16.7 L | 16.7 L | 16.7 L | 16.7 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda Sabre?
The 2012 Honda Sabre has a Capacity of 1312.0 ccm (80.06 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Sabre have?
The 2012 Honda Sabre has a Power of 111.8 HP (82.2 kW).
How many gears does the Honda Sabre have?
The 2012 Honda Sabre has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda Sabre weigh?
The 2012 Honda Sabre has a Wet weight of 301.2 kg (664.0 pounds).
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