Honda VTX1300T vs Honda VTX1300R Retro (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VTX1300Tstacks up against the Honda VTX1300R Retro. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda VTX1300T | Honda VTX1300R Retro |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Price | $10,499 | $9,599 |
| Engine | 1312 cc | 1312 cc |
| Weight | — | 322 kg |
| Seat height | 27 mm | 27 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 |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Twin-piston caliper | Single disc |
| Tires | 140/80-17 / 170/80-15 | 140/80-17 / 170/80-15 |
Honda VTX1300T vs Honda VTX1300R Retro — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda VTX1300T and the Honda VTX1300R Retro usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VTX1300T brings its published horsepower, while the Honda VTX1300R Retro counters with its own power figure at 322 kg. On price, the Honda VTX1300R Retro 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: