2026 Honda Talon 1000: Two-Seat Versions - Specifications

Version Talon 1000R FOX Live Valve Talon 1000X FOX Live Valve Talon 1000X
ENGINE
Type  Longitudinally mounted 999cc liquid-cooled Unicam® four-stroke parallel twin
Valvetrain OHC; four valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 92.0mm x 75.1mm
Compression Ratio 10.1:1
Induction Programmed electronic fuel injection (PGM-FI); 46mm throttle bodies
Ignition Full transistorized 
Starter Keyed electric starter
Driveline Direct F/R driveshafts
Transmission Six-speed + Reverse automatic DCT w/ high/low sub-transmisson
Clutch (2) multiplate wet
SUSPENSION
Front Double-wishbone system w/ Fox® Podium 2.5-inch shock absorbers, Live Valve system; 17.6-inch travel Double-wishbone system w/ Showa shock absorbers; 14.6-inch travel
Rear Multi Link trailing-arm system w/ Fox Podium 2.5-inch shock absorbers, Live Valve system; 20.1-inch travel Multi Link trailing-arm system w/ Showa shock absorbers; 15.1-inch
BRAKES
Front Dual hydraulic calipers w/ 250mm discs; Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) system
Rear Dual hydraulic calipers w/ 250mm discs; Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) system
TIRES  
Front 30x9-15 28x9-15
Rear 30x10-15 28x11-15
MEASUREMENTS
Length 123.7 inches
Width 68.1 inches 64.0 inches
Height 76.3 inches 75.4 inches 75.6 inches
Seat Height 29.1 inches 28.0 inches 28.1 inches
Ground Clearance  13.9 inches 12.7 inches
Wheelbase 90.0 inches 87.6 inches
Turning Radius 19.4 feet 17.7 feet
Fuel Capacity  7.3 gallons
Cargo Bed Capacity 299 pounds 297 pounds
Curb Weight* 1,603 pounds 1,563 pounds 1,561 pounds
OTHER
Colors Pearl Red; Matte Forged Bronze
Warranty 1 year

*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride
Meets current CARB and EPA off-road emissions standards
Recommended for riders 16 years of age and older