Cruisers
2012Honda VT1300CS
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The 2012 Honda VT1300CS is a custom cruiser, also known as the Sabre. Its liquid-cooled 1,312cc V-twin makes 57 hp at 4,250 rpm and 107 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. ABS is optional, with a low 684 mm seat and 16-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 1312.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 304.0 kg
- Seat height
- 684 mm
- Power
- 57.0 HP (41.9 kW) @ 4250 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- This machine is built for relaxed boulevard cruising and easy highway jaunts rather than outright performance or aggressive cornering.
- Built for
- A laid-back, torque-forward V-twin cruiser with a classic custom silhouette, shaft drive smoothness, and unhurried power delivery meant to be savored rather than raced.
- Not ideal for
- It is not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.
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
- 57.0 HP (41.9 kW) @ 4250 RPM
- Torque
- 107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m) @ 2250 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1875 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 89.5 x 104.3 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- transistor type
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1785 mm
- Overall length
- 2580 mm
- Overall width
- 820 mm
- Overall height
- 1100 mm
- Seat height
- 684 mm
- Dry weight
- 304.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 33.0°
- Trail
- 115 mm
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
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 170/80-15M
Other
- Color options
- Black, dark red
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 | 304 kg | 304 kg | — |
| Seat height | 684 mm | 684 mm | 683 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 VT1300CS?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CS has a Capacity of 1312.0 ccm (80.06 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VT1300CS have?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CS has a Power of 57.0 HP (41.9 kW) @ 4250 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda VT1300CS have?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VT1300CS?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CS has a Torque of 107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) @ 2250 RPM.
How much does the Honda VT1300CS weigh?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CS has a Dry weight of 304.0 kg (670.2 pounds).
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