Across 4 covered model years from 2007 to 2012, the Honda VTX1300R motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 710.1 lb (322.1 kg) and dry weights ranging from 669.1 lb (303.5 kg), depending on model year.
Honda VTX1300R weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda VTX1300R?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda VTX1300R is heavier than about 82.8% of 67 Honda custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda VTX1300R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 710.1 lb (322.1 kg) |
| Dry weight | 669.1 lb (303.5 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,312 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 US gal (18.16 L) to 4.8 US gal (18.17 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.8 lb (13.5 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2007 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.85 cc / lb to 1.96 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 51 lb / 100 cc to 54.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.2% to 4.5% |
| Weight with full tank | 698.9 lb (317 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda VTX1300R weight FAQ
How much does the Honda VTX1300R weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 710.1 lb (322.1 kg), while dry weight is 669.1 lb (303.5 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Honda VTX1300R weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 83rd percentile among 67 compatible Honda custom/cruiser motorcycles.
Are all Honda VTX1300R model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda VTX1300R?
A full tank works out to about 29.8 lb (13.5 kg) from the listed 4.8 US gal (18.16 L) to 4.8 US gal (18.17 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda VTX1300R weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 890.1 lb (403.7 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What does the Honda VTX1300R weigh with a full tank?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 698.9 lb (317 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
How many cc does the Honda VTX1300R have per pound?
The model has about 1.85 cc per lb to 1.96 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Honda VTX1300R compare with the median Honda custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 156.7 lb (71.1 kg) heavier than the median Honda custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 553.4 lb (251 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda VTX1300R easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.