HONDA VT1300CRA Stateline ABS (2010-2011) Specs, Performance & Photos

First introduced in 2009 at the Tokyo Motor Show, the Honda VT1300CR Stateline was a cruiser-type machine, part of the 2010 Honda line of custom cruisers that replaced the VTX1300 line of motorcycles.

The first model of the VT1300CR bike made its way into the world of cruisers in 2010 with an updated engine and brakes borrowed from the VTX1300 model but with an unusual frame geometry, new suspension components, and a bodywork designed by Honda R&D Americas (HRA) in collaboration with Honda's Asaka R&D Center (HGA) in Japan.

One year later, the Japanese motorcycle maker released the 2011 Honda VT1300CRA ABS, a machine similar to the standard model but with an additional ABS feature that enhanced safety and handling on various surfaces and hard braking.

Also, the bike was fitted with several features that came as standard, which included a digital speedometer and odometer, a fuel gauge, and a trip meter. As optional features, the bike had a windscreen, saddlebags, and passenger backrest, enhancing its overall touring capabilities.

The front suspension was handled by a 45 mm telescopic fork with a 33 degrees rake angle. At the same time, the rear featured a five-way damping and spring preload-adjustable shock absorber for optimum suspension and handling.

The 2011 Honda VT1300CRA ABS Stateline boasted 74 hp at 5,000 rpm and 123 Nm (91-lb-ft) of torque at 3,000 rpm from the 1,312cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine that set the rear wheel in motion through a five-speed transmission and a shaft drive.