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2009Honda ST1300 ABS

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The 2009 Honda ST1300 ABS is a large sport-tourer with a smooth V4 engine and shaft drive. Its liquid-cooled 1,261cc V4 makes 108.3 hp through a five-speed gearbox, with ABS fitted. A huge 29.1-litre tank and 790 mm seat make it ideal for long distances.

Capacity
1261.0 ccm
Engine
V four, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Wet weight
331.1 kg
Seat height
790 mm
Power
108.3 HP (79.7 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 71Agility 54Comfort 90Off-road 10Touring 95Road manners 85
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering65%
City riding45%
Daily riding70%
Touring97%
Two-up90%
Track30%
Best for
Built for effortless long-distance sport touring, blending V4 power delivery with shaft-drive reliability and full weather protection.
Built for
A refined, confidence-inspiring grand tourer that prioritizes smooth, torquey performance and long-haul comfort over outright agility.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for off-road trails or tight urban commuting.

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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At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 Honda ST1300 ABS, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
1261.0 ccm
Power
108.3 HP (79.7 kW)
Engine type
V four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3271 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
78.0 x 66.0 mm
Compression
10.8:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping and electronic advance
Valves per cylinder
4
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Shaft
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1491 mm
Seat height
790 mm
Wet weight
331.1 kg
Fuel capacity
29.10 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
45mm HMAS cartridge fork
Rear suspension
HMAS gas-charged single shock with five-position spring preload adjustability
Front wheel travel
117 mm
Rear wheel travel
122 mm
Rake (fork angle)
26.0°
Trail
98 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc
Front brakes diameter
310 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
316 mm
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
120/70-ZR18
Rear tyre
170/60-ZR17
Other
Color options
Candy Dark Red

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20092011201420162018
Capacity 1261 cc 1261 cc 1261 cc 1261 cc 1261 cc
Seat height 790 mm 790 mm 790 mm 790 mm 790 mm
Fuel capacity 29.1 L 29.1 L 29.1 L 29.1 L 29.1 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda ST1300 ABS?

The 2009 Honda ST1300 ABS has a Capacity of 1261.0 ccm (76.95 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda ST1300 ABS have?

The 2009 Honda ST1300 ABS has a Power of 108.3 HP (79.7 kW).

How many gears does the Honda ST1300 ABS have?

The 2009 Honda ST1300 ABS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the Honda ST1300 ABS weigh?

The 2009 Honda ST1300 ABS has a Wet weight of 331.1 kg (729.9 pounds).

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