Honda VT1300CS ABS vs Honda VTX1300R Retro (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT1300CS ABSstacks up against the Honda VTX1300R Retro. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda VT1300CS ABS | Honda VTX1300R Retro |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Price | — | $9,599 |
| Engine | 1312 cc | 1312 cc |
| Torque | 103 Nm | — |
| Weight | 310 kg | 322 kg |
| Seat height | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 L | 4.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) | Single disc |
| Tires | 90/90-21 / 170/80-15M | 140/80-17 / 170/80-15 |
Honda VT1300CS ABS vs Honda VTX1300R Retro — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda VT1300CS ABS and the Honda VTX1300R Retro usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT1300CS ABS brings its published horsepower in a 310 kg package, while the Honda VTX1300R Retro counters with its own power figure at 322 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: