Honda VTX1300R vs Honda VTX1300C (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VTX1300Rstacks up against the Honda VTX1300C. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda VTX1300R | Honda VTX1300C |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Price | $10,299 | $101,199 |
| Engine | 1312 cc | 1312 cc |
| Seat height | 27 mm | 28 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 4.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Twin-piston caliper | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper |
| Tires | 140/80-17 / 170/80-15 | 110/90-M19 / 170/80-M15 |
Honda VTX1300R vs Honda VTX1300C — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda VTX1300R and the Honda VTX1300C usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VTX1300R brings its published horsepower, while the Honda VTX1300C counters with its own power figure. On price, the Honda VTX1300R has the lower MSRP.
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: