| Model | VT1300CX ABS | VT1300CX |
| Engine Type | 1,312cc liquid-cooled 52º V-twin | |
| Bore and Stroke | 89.5mm x 104.3mm | |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | |
| Induction | PGM-FI w/ automatic enrichment; one 38mm throttle body | |
| Ignition | Digital w/ 3-D mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder | |
| Valve Train | SOHC; three valves per cylinder | |
| Final Drive | Shaft | |
| Starting | Electric | |
| Transmission | 5-speed | |
| SUSPENSION | ||
| Front | 45mm telescopic fork; 4.0 in. travel | |
| Rear | Single shock w/ adjustable rebound damping, five-position spring preload adjustability; 3.7 in. travel | |
| BRAKES | ||
| Front | Single 336mm disc w/ dual-piston caliper; ABS | Single 336mm disc w/ twin-piston caliper |
| Rear | Single 296mm disc w/ single-piston caliper; ABS | Single 296mm disc w/ single-piston caliper |
| TIRES | ||
| Front | 90/90-21 | |
| Rear | 20/50-18 | |
| Rake (Caster Angle) | 32º | |
| Trail | 92mm (3.6 in.) | |
| Ground Clearance | 4.9 in. | |
| Seat Height | 26.9 in. | |
| Wheelbase | 71.0 in. | |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.4 gal. | |
| Color | Candy Red | Matte Black Metallic |
| Curb Weight* | 681 lbs. | 666 lbs. |
| *Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride | ||
| Meets current EPA standards | ||
| Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment | ||
