The Honda CTX1300 is a cruiser motorcycle with shaft drive and a longitudinally mounted V4 engine.
Development
The CTX1300 succeeded the ST1300, (also called the "Pan-European" in Europe), which was discontinued after the 2012 model year. In November 2013, following deletion of the ST1300 model, Honda announced the CTX1300, which was powered by a version of the ST1300's engine modified for better fuel economy and increased torque at low RPM.[1] Max torque was 78.19 ft/lbs (106.0 Nm) @ 4500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 81.4 HP (60.7 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
Abandoning the Pan-European bias of the ST1300, the CTX1300 reverted to a North American theme, with its half-fairing, raked-back handlebar and bagger styling.
The CTX1300 was available in standard and "Deluxe" specification, the latter having traction control, ABS and Bluetooth.
Reception
Well-received in Australia[2] and the US,[3] European reviews of the CTX were mixed but positive overall.[4][5]
References
- ^ a b Burns, John (4 November 2013). "2014 Honda CTX1300 and CTX1300 Deluxe- First Look". Cycle World. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ "Revisit: Honda CTX1300". www.bikesales.com.au. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
- ^ "2014 CTX1300 Overview". Honda Powersports. American Honda Motor Co. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ MoreBikes.co.uk (19 May 2014). "2014 Honda CTX1300 review". MoreBikes. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
- ^ MCN review