2013 Honda CBF 1000 Specifications

Name: 2013 Honda CBF 1000
Brand: Honda

Sport • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2013 Honda CBF 1000 Overview

Honda CBF 1000 is a sport motorcycle, displacing 998 cc. Power comes from an In-line four, four-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation. Bore and stroke come in at 75 x 56.5 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 97 Nm @ 6500 Revolutions of torque. On the road, the 2013 CBF 1000 tips the scales at 250 kg, carries a 19-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 795 mm and spans a 1,483 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 47.3 kg heavier than the average sport motorcycle in our database. The full 2013 Honda CBF 1000 spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2013 CBF 1000 - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
Large fuel range: A 19-litre tank means fewer stops on longer rides - a genuine plus for touring or a lengthy daily commute.

Considerations

Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the CBF 1000 needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Valve clearance checks

With Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve gear, the CBF 1000 needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from Double disc. 2-piston caliper, sintered metal pads and Combined ABS - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The CBF 1000's suspension runs 41 mm cartridge-type telescopic fork at the front. The rear uses Pro-Link with gas-charges HMAS damper. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The CBF 1000 uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Steel, the CBF 1000's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

Handling the weight at a standstill

250 kg puts the CBF 1000 toward the heavier end of its class. It's most noticeable at walking pace; once underway the mass settles into the handling rather than fighting it.

CBF 1000 - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2013 Honda CBF 1000, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy CBF 1000 should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a CBF 1000's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the CBF 1000 needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

Valve clearance service

Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used CBF 1000 since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.

2013 Honda CBF 1000 - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2013 Honda CBF 1000 have?

The 2013 Honda CBF 1000 uses an In-line four, four-stroke engine with 998 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2013 Honda CBF 1000 weigh?

The 2013 Honda CBF 1000 weighs 250 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much power does the 2013 Honda CBF 1000 make?

The 2013 Honda CBF 1000 produces 97 Nm @ 6500 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2013 Honda CBF 1000?

The 2013 Honda CBF 1000 has a 19-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 316-380 km between stops.

Is the 2013 Honda CBF 1000 suitable for shorter riders?

The 2013 Honda CBF 1000 has a seat height of 795 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.

What brakes does the 2013 Honda CBF 1000 have?

The 2013 Honda CBF 1000 uses Double disc. 2-piston caliper, sintered metal pads and Combined ABS at the front and Single disc. 1-piston caliper, sintered metal pads and Combined ABS at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2013 Honda CBF 1000 use?

The 2013 Honda CBF 1000 runs 120/70-ZR17 front and 160/60-ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

Honda CBF 1000 Spec Evolution

The Honda CBF 1000 was produced across 6 model years (2007-2014). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2007	2009	2011	2012	2013	2014
Wet Weight	241kg / 531.3 lbs	241kg / 531.3 lbs	241.0 kg / 531.3 lbs	250.0 kg / 551.2 lbs	250.0 kg / 551.2 lbs	251.0 kg / 553.4 lbs
Dry Weight	224.0 kg / 493.8 lbs	220 kg / 485.0 lbs	224 kg / 493.8 lbs	88 kg / 194.0 lbs	-	-
Engine Detail	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	-	-	-	CBF1000 RR engine
Engine Type	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke
Seat Height	795 mm / 31.3 in	795 mm / 31.3 in.	795 mm / 31.3 in.	795 mm / 31.3 in.	795 mm / 31.3 in.	795 mm / 31.3 in.
Fuel Capacity	19 Litres / 5.02 US gal	19.00 litres / 5.02 gallons	19.00 litres / 5.02 gallons	19.00 litres / 5.02 gallons	19.00 litres / 5.02 gallons	19.00 litres / 5.02 gallons
Ground Clearance (mm)	130 mm	135 mm	135 mm	135 mm	135 mm	135 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)	5.1 inches	5.3 inches	5.3 inches	5.3 inches	5.3 inches	5.3 inches

Key Specifications

Engine

In-line four, four-stroke

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

97.00 Nm (9.9 kgf-m or 71.5 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

250.0 kg / 551.2 lbs

Fuel Capacity

19.00 litres / 5.02 gallons

Full 2013 Honda CBF 1000 Specifications

Colours Red, silver, black, white

Ground Clearance (in.) 5.3 inches

Ground Clearance (mm) 135 mm

Seat Height 795 mm / 31.3 in.

Wheelbase 1,483 mm / 58.4 in.

Height 1,175 mm / 46.3 in.

Length 2,176 mm / 85.7 in.

Fuel Capacity 19.00 litres / 5.02 gallons

Wet Weight 250.0 kg / 551.2 lbs

Max Torque 97.00 Nm (9.9 kgf-m or 71.5 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions

Bore x Stroke (in,) 3.0 x 2.2 inches

Bore x Stroke (mm) 75.0 x 56.5 mm

Displacement (cc) 998.00 cc

Displacement (ci) 60.90 cubic inches

Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Fuel System Injection. PGM-FI

Fuel Reserve 4.00 litres / 1.06 gallons

Ignition Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance?

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive 530 O-ring sealed chain

Frame Type Steel

Suspension - Front 41 mm cartridge-type telescopic fork

Suspension - Rear Pro-Link with gas-charges HMAS damper

Wheel Travel - Front 120 mm / 4.7 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 120 mm / 4.7 in.

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 11.7 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 296 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 9.4 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 240 mm

Brakes - Front Double disc. 2-piston caliper, sintered metal pads and Combined ABS

Brakes - Rear Single disc. 1-piston caliper, sintered metal pads and Combined ABS

Rims Hollow-section 6-spoke cast aluminium

Tyres - Front 120/70-ZR17

Tyres - Rear 160/60-ZR17

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.