What category is the 2017 Honda VT1300CX?

General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Honda VT1300CX
Year	2017
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Greenhouse gases	114.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
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	Single Overhead Cams (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 RPM
Power	56.99 HP (41.6 kW) @ 4250 RPM
Engine details	52° V-twin
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1312.00 ccm (80.06 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Wheels	Cast aluminium
Rear brakes diameter	296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS.
Front brakes diameter	336 mm (13.2 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Twin-piston caliper. ABS
Rear tyre	200/50-R18
Front tyre	90/90-R21
Rear wheel travel	95 mm (3.7 inches)
Rear Suspension	Monoshock with adjustable rebound damping and 35-position spring preload adjustability
Front wheel travel	102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension	45mm telescopic fork
Frame type	Double-cradle, steel

Physical measures and capacities
Oil capacity	4.30 litres (0.28 quarts)
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	0.1844 HP/kg
Dry weight	309.0 kg (681.2 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Electrical	12V/11.2 AH battery
Starter	Electric
Color options	Blue, black, red

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

57 hp

Peak Power

6.5s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track10%

City45%

Cornering30%

Daily Riding55%

Touring65%

Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders who already have some experience handling long, heavy cruisers at low speeds.
Purpose	Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and highway stretches rather than outright performance or commuting agility.
Rider Fit	The low 685mm seat height helps shorter riders reach the ground, but the 309kg weight and long wheelbase demand confident low-speed handling.
Character	A bold, chopper-styled custom cruiser with a torquey V-twin, shaft drive, and a relaxed, muscular riding stance.
Not Ideal For	Not suited to riders wanting sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or a lightweight, nimble ride.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 678mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 Honda VT1300CX, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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