Cruisers
2012Honda VT1300CR
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The 2012 Honda VT1300CR is a custom cruiser from Honda's VT1300 family, with a long, low stance. Its liquid-cooled 1,312cc V-twin makes 103 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive, with ABS as an option. A very low 680 mm seat, 330 kg wet weight and 16-litre tank suit relaxed cruising.
- Capacity
- 1312.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 309.0 kg
- Seat height
- 680 mm
- Power
- Not on record
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What’s new for the 2012 Honda VT1300CR
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 111.8 HP (82.2 kW) | not listed |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and custom-style presence rather than outright speed or cornering agility.
- Built for
- A big-torque, shaft-driven V-twin cruiser that rewards relaxed throttle-rolling over aggressive riding, with styling and stance built for attitude and comfort.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sharp cornering ability, high-speed thrills, or any 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
- Torque
- 103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m) @ 2750 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Bore x stroke
- 89.5 x 104.4 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- transistor type
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
- Power
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Wet multi-plate coil spring
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1785 mm
- Overall length
- 2650 mm
- Overall width
- 970 mm
- Overall height
- 1085 mm
- Seat height
- 680 mm
- Dry weight
- 309.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 330.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Oil capacity
- 4.30 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double-cradle, steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 336 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 140/80-17M
- Rear tyre
- 170/80-15M
Other
- Color options
- Red, black
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1312 cc | 1312 cc | 1312 cc |
| Dry weight | 309 kg | 309 kg | 303 kg |
| Seat height | 680 mm | 680 mm | 678 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 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 VT1300CR?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CR has a Capacity of 1312.0 ccm (80.06 cubic inches).
How many gears does the Honda VT1300CR have?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CR has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VT1300CR?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CR has a Torque of 103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM.
How much does the Honda VT1300CR weigh?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CR has a Dry weight of 309.0 kg (681.2 pounds).
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