2010 Honda VT1300CX Specifications

Name: 2010 Honda VT1300CX
Brand: Honda

Custom / cruiser • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2010 Honda VT1300CX Overview

For 2010, Honda offers the VT1300CX as a custom / cruiser motorcycle with 1300 cc on tap. The 2010 Honda VT1300CX is built around a V2, four-stroke engine running OHC valve actuation. Every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes, is covered in the full 2010 Honda VT1300CX spec sheet below.

2010 VT1300CX - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: No choke, no jetting, no altitude compensation to think about - fuel injection just works across a wider range of conditions than carburetion.

Considerations

Age-related wear: No particular mechanical concern flags for the VT1300CX - condition on any used example comes down to how well it's been looked after.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

Fuelling on the VT1300CX comes from fuel injection. Cold starts and throttle response stay consistent across altitude and temperature, the main practical edge over a carbureted equivalent.

Brake disc and pad wear

Single disc. Optional ABS up front provides the primary stopping power; inspect disc thickness and pad wear at each tyre change to catch scoring before it becomes a rotor replacement.

VT1300CX - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

A pre-purchase check on the 2010 Honda VT1300CX should cover the same ground every time: service history, chain and sprocket condition, and any oil seepage around the casings. Start it from cold if you can - a well-kept VT1300CX settles to a smooth idle within seconds.

Oil and filter changes

Oil changes are the cheapest insurance you can buy for a VT1300CX's engine - keep to the manufacturer's interval rather than stretching it. Use the viscosity grade the manual specifies, not whatever's on sale.

Fuel system care

Injector systems like the VT1300CX's hold up well with basic care - decent fuel, an occasional cleaner additive, and draining old fuel before any layup longer than three months.

2010 Honda VT1300CX - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2010 Honda VT1300CX have?

The 2010 Honda VT1300CX uses a V2, four-stroke engine with 1300 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2010 Honda VT1300CX weigh?

The 2010 Honda VT1300CX weight is listed in the full spec table below.

What brakes does the 2010 Honda VT1300CX have?

The 2010 Honda VT1300CX uses Single disc. Optional ABS at the front and Single disc. Optional ABS at the rear.

What fuel system does the 2010 Honda VT1300CX use?

The 2010 Honda VT1300CX uses Injection. PGM-FI, providing precise fuelling across the rev range and reliable cold-start behaviour.

Honda VT1300CX Spec Evolution

The Honda VT1300CX was produced across 6 model years (2010-2019). 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	2010	2011	2012	2016	2018	2019
Wet Weight	-	118.8 kg / 262.0 lbs	277.0 kg / 610.7 lbs	-	309.0 kg / 681.2 lbs	309.0 kg / 681.2 lbs
Dry Weight	-	303 kg / 668.0 lbs	303 kg / 668.0 lbs	309 kg / 681.2 lbs	-	-
Engine Detail	-	-	52° V-twin	52° V-twin	52° V-twin	52° V-twin
Seat Height	-	678 mm / 26.7 in.	678 mm / 26.7 in.	678 mm / 26.7 in.	680 mm / 26.8 in.	685 mm / 27.0 in.
Fuel Capacity	-	20.30 litres / 5.36 gallons	20.30 litres / 5.36 gallons	20.30 litres / 5.36 gallons	12.80 litres / 3.38 gallons	12.80 litres / 3.38 US gallons
Oil Capacity (Quarts)	-	-	-	0.28 quarts	0.28 quarts	4.54 US quarts
Ground Clearance (mm)	-	126 mm	126 mm	126 mm	126 mm	125 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)	-	5.0 inches	5.0 inches	5.0 inches	5.0 inches	4.9 inches

Key Specifications

Engine

V2, four-stroke

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

Not published by manufacturer

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

Not published by manufacturer

Fuel Capacity

Not published by manufacturer

Full 2010 Honda VT1300CX Specifications

Colours Silver

Displacement (cc) 1300.00 cc

Displacement (ci) 79.33 cubic inches

Engine Type V2, four-stroke

Fuel Control OHC

Fuel System Injection. PGM-FI

Starter Electric

Brakes - Front Single disc. Optional ABS

Brakes - Rear Single disc. Optional ABS

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