HONDA VT1300CR Stateline (2009-2010) Specs, Performance & Photos

Along with the VT1300CS, at the 2010 Tokyo Motor Show, the bike maker also offered the Honda VT1300CR Stateline, an entry-level machine due to its lower price than the VT1300CS Sabre model.

The Stateline machine packed the same suspension and fuel tank as the Sabre model. The bodywork and running gear were the same as the ones used on the Interstate model, which packed additional amenities, such as a windshield, saddlebags, floorboards, and covers for the fork tubes.

The progressive, retro styling with a raked-out front fork highlights some features of the Stateline machine. At the same time, a curved downtube frame offered a custom appearance, a blacked-out engine, new-style wheels, a wide pulled-back handlebar that offered all-day comfort, a sleek one-piece seat, and long flowing fenders that added to its classic look.

Also, the bike was available with optional Honda Genuine Accessories, such as a tinted windscreen, leather saddlebags, a tank belt, custom grips, passenger floorboards, an engine guard, custom footpegs, a chromed side cover, and much more.

The handling was achieved by a 45 mm telescopic fork on the front and a single shock absorber with five-position spring preload-adjustability on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance.

As for power, the 2010 Honda VT1300CR Stateline was set in motion by a 1,312cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with 74 hp at 5,000 rpm and 123 Nm (91 lb-ft) of torque at 3,000 rpm and bolted to a five-speed manual transmission.