Common questions

How fast can a Honda VTX 1300 go?

How fast can a Honda VTX 1300 go?

Per Honda, the top speed of the 1300 is 113 mph, based on max RPM and gear ratio in 5th.

How do you tell which VTX 1300 I have?

There will be a sticker on the side of the lower left frame, or on the headstock telling that information. You will have either a C, R, S, or N model.

Is the Honda VTX 1300 a good bike?

For performance, it is adequate. It is less powerful than the old KZ 1000 I had, but a lot of bikes are. The VTX 1300 will not win many drag races but it is a torquey motor and has plenty of get up and go. All in all this is a sexy looking bike with nice power and Honda reliability.

How much horsepower does a 2005 Honda VTX 1300 have?

74.78 HP
Water cooled, 1312cc, 52° V-twin, SOHC

Power: 74.78 HP (55 kW) @ 5000 rpm
Final drive: Shaft
Dry weight: 641.5 lbs
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What is a scar mod?

One of the simpler carb modifications is called the SCAR mod. This involves removing the seat, tank, air box cover, and airbox to allow access to the carb. Don’t panic.

What is the code for a Honda VTX 1300?

Code: VTX1300S5, VTX1300S A / VTX1300S AC, VTX1300C A / VTX1300C AC, VTX1300R A / VTX1300R AC Code: VTX1300S6, VTX1300S A / VTX1300S AC, VTX1300C A / VTX1300C AC, VTX1300R A / VTX1300R AC

Which is better a 1300cc or 1800cc VTX1300?

Often ignored for the larger 1800cc version, the 1300 handles better, weighs less and provides slightly more ground clearance. Plus at only £7849 it is £2500 cheaper. Being shaft driven it is also maintenance free, always a nice bonus.

How much fuel does a Honda VTX 1300 have?

Fuel Capacity: 18 Litres / 4.8 US gal: by Kevin Kocur The Honda VTX 1300 is not for the mileage hound looking to crank out a minimum of 600+miles each day. My longest day in the saddle was 300+miles and I was reminded with every bump in the road why I don’t get the forward controls position.

What’s the difference between a Honda VTX’s and C?

Any way you ogle it, Honda’s mini VTX version isn’t exactly small — there are 65.7 inches between the wheels on the S model, and not much less on the C. These 1312cc versions of Honda’s maximum 52-degree liquid-cooled V-twins are shorter, lighter and more agile than their burlier 1800cc counterparts, but barely.

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Ruth Doyle