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Honda VT1300CX - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Honda VT1300CX is a midsize custom cruiser designed for riders seeking comfortable, manageable performance with classic styling. Its 1312cc fuel-injected V-twin engine delivers 107 Nm of torque at low rpm, making it ideal for relaxed cruising and city riding. Known for its reliability, smooth power delivery, and accessible riding position, it appeals to both experienced cruiser enthusiasts and those stepping up from smaller bikes.
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Honda VT1300CX |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 114.4 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 4.93 litres/100 km (20.3 km/l or 47.71 mpg) |
| Driveline | Shaft |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Digital with 3-dimensional mapping, 2 sparks per cylinder |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. PGM-FI with automatic enricher circuit |
| Bore x stroke | 89.5 x 104.3 mm (3.5 x 4.1 inches) |
| Compression | 9.2:1 |
| Torque | 107.00 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) @ 2250 |
| Power | 56.99 |
| Engine details | 52° V-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1312.00 ccm (80.06 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium |
| Rear brakes diameter | 296 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 336 mm (13.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Twin-piston caliper |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 200/50-R18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/90-R21 |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock with adjustable rebound damping and 35-position spring preload adjustability, 95mm axle travel |
| Front suspension | 45mm telescopic fork with 130mm stroke and 102.4mm axle travel |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 20.30 litres (5.36 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,805 mm (71.1 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 126 mm (5.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 900 mm (35.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,575 mm (101.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,150 mm (45.3 inches) |
| Seat height | 678 mm (26.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1881 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 303.0 kg (668.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Wheelbase | 1,544 mm (60.8 inches) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 277.0 kg (610.7 pounds) |
| Rear tyre | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single gas-charged shock with remote spring-preload adjustability and rebound-damping adjustability |
| Front wheel travel | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 43mm cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability |
| Trail | 101 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.0° |
| Emission details | Meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA standards. |
| Clutch | Electronic Dual Clutch |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 81.0 x 60.0 mm (3.2 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 129.00 Nm (13.2 kgf-m or 95.2 ft.lbs) @ 8750 Revolutions">RPM |
| Capacity: | 1237.00 ccm (75.48 cubic inches) |
| Model | Honda VFR1200FD Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Color options | Blue, black |
| Starter | Electric |
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