Honda Vtx1800 vs Honda Vtx1300
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Vtx1800 vs Honda Vtx1300. Honda Vtx1800: 106 hp @ 5,000 rpm hp, 318 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Honda Vtx1300: 68 hp @ 5,000 rpm hp, 295 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Vtx1800
Honda Vtx1300
Horsepower (hp)
106 hp
68 hp
Torque (Nm)
167 Nm
108 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
318 kg
295 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
106 hp @ 5,000 rpm
68 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque
167 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
108 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated)
175 km/h
Weight
318 kg (wet/curb weight)
295 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5–8.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Vtx1800
8.2/10
"The cruiser for riders who prioritize reliability over brand loyalty."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Massive torque, surprisingly smooth
+Shaft drive, zero chain hassle
Cons
−Heavy, slow-speed handling suffers
−Carbureted versions need attention
−Styling divides opinion sharply
Honda Vtx1300
8.0/10
"Bulletproof, torquey cruiser that punches well above its used price."
Pros
+Legendary Honda reliability
+Massive torque, effortless cruising
+Affordable used market
Cons
−Heavy at slow speeds
−Carbs need attention if stored
−Styling divides opinion
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