Touring Motorcycles
2012Honda Interstate
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The 2012 Honda Interstate is a cruiser designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance touring with classic styling. Known for its relaxed riding position, substantial fuel capacity, and manageable 323 kg weight, it excels at highway cruising while maintaining the iconic cruiser character that appeals to traditional motorcycle enthusiasts.
- Capacity
- 1312.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 323.0 kg
- Seat height
- 681 mm
- Power
- 111.8 HP (82.2 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Honda Interstate
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers | Double disc. Twin-piston caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Sigle piston | Single disc. Single-piston caliper |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for relaxed highway cruising and weekend touring rather than outright performance, with a shaft-drive V-twin, saddlebags, and windscreen aimed at covering long miles in comfort.
- Built for
- A laid-back, classic American-style cruiser with a torquey 52-degree V-twin, dual spark plugs per cylinder, and a smooth shaft final drive that favors steady, unhurried riding over aggressive cornering.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders wanting sharp handling, high-speed sport performance, or any serious off-road capability.
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
- 0.3461 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
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1786 mm
- Seat height
- 681 mm
- Wet weight
- 323.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.70 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
- 118 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Twin-piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 336 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Front tyre
- 140/80-17
- Rear tyre
- 170/80-15
Other
- Color options
- Black, Dark Red 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 | 2015 | 2017 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1312 cc | 1312 cc | 1312 cc | 1312 cc | 1312 cc |
| Seat height | 678 mm | 681 mm | 681 mm | 681 mm | 681 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 Interstate?
The 2012 Honda Interstate has a Capacity of 1312.0 ccm (80.06 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Interstate have?
The 2012 Honda Interstate has a Power of 111.8 HP (82.2 kW).
How many gears does the Honda Interstate have?
The 2012 Honda Interstate has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda Interstate weigh?
The 2012 Honda Interstate has a Wet weight of 323.0 kg (712.1 pounds).
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