2012 Honda reviews

I love this bike. I weigh 250 lbs. and have no problem getting this bike up to 70 quickly to keep up with highway traffic. Although I can't keep up with my friends with 1000cc bikes and higher, it doesn't matter because I have no business driving 130 mph. down the highway being a first time rider. By next season I'll most likely move up to a 600 to keep up with them better but for now I'm completely happy with the 250. The handling is great on this bike because it's light weight and allows me effortless cornering. It's a very fun bike for a beginner and experienced rider. I made the right choice buying the CBR250 for my first bike. I put 300 miles on the bike in my first week, mostly long, twisty country roads. There would've been a lot more miles if it didn't rain most of the week. I'm looking forward to another 300 plus week this week. Show less

It's a super quality bike for the money. It has good acceleration in 3rd and 4th gear. It will not knock your teeth out in 1st and 2nd. It's a smooth ride and great first motorcycle which I use primarily for commuting. You can't beat this price, for fuel injection, which is critical to me so get it while its hot. It's a gem. I have 100 miles on mine. The chain probably needs tightening a bit already. There is no storage so a good tail bag will be the first accessory. I'm very pleased with this purchase. Show less

All I can say is "Wow, what a trike." It's a Viper Trike from CSC. My upgrades are a fully independent rear and slotted disk, extra full tank, 6 degree steering rack with chrome front rims and Ground Effects stone guard on the whole bike. Show less

After debating the purchase of a new motorcycle for over four years, I finally decided that a sport touring bike would best suit my needs. As I am unwilling to trump up the 2012 ST1300's sporting abilities and remembering it is a sport-toruing motorcycle leaning more toward the touring side of the equation with abundant power and very agile handling. Although it took some getting used to, the combined braking system which links the front and rear brakes to the brake pedal and lever works excellent along with standard ABS. I cannot say enough about the smoothness of the V4 engine. It revs so easily, it's rpm. redline comes up very quick because of its smooth whirring sound power is deceptively quiet and vibration free. Open the throttle and about the time it starts to growl, you are approaching triple digits! It has great range with over seven gallons of fuel capacity and very economical averaging a little over 40 mpg. It is a sporting bike that you can ride in a comfortable position for long distances. I also like the electronic adjustable windshield which offers excellent protection and also does a great job of wind buffeting. A low center of gravity that is well balanced inspires confidence in its handling. Although I must add the fact of the bike is more capable than I am a rider at this point of ownership, but with each ride I am more confident in its abilities and mine. With its weight of over 700 lbs., this is a very comfortable machine to ride and easy to maneuver. There are similar models that have more power and some that cost more but there are not any that are better in my opinion. I'm glad to be a part of the Sport Touring community, I have not been disappointed and I am very happy with the purchase of my ST1300ABS. At 55, I love the experience of riding again and I have no complaints. The only cons I have are the lack of a gear indicator and no self-cancelling directional signals and minor engine heat, but the pros more than make up for the drawbacks. Otherwise, it's simply an awesome machine. I want to ride. Show less

I bought the 2011 version of this bike (exactly the same) and I couldn't have asked for a better bike. It was extremely reliable, and all I ever had to do was occasionally add a little oil. The only other thing I wasn't crazy about on this bike was the performance which was lacking only because of the 250cc engine size. Other than that it's a perfect bike and a great value. Show less

I purchased this for my wife who is 5'4". She formerly had a 600F4 but due to the lean over the tank, she could not back up safely in several situations so I convinced her to go to a cruiser. I purchased her a 883 Sportster which she loved very much but she missed the feel of her sport bike. I convinced her to get the 250 for the weight and position but she was worried about it feeling like a moped. We purchased it anyway for $3,995 for the 2012 tri color and she absolutely loves the look, the ride and the feel of the bike and she has no problem keeping up on group rides. Show less

I love this bike and wouldn't have it any other way! The clutch is not bad at all and it does not jump. If your looking for a good quality sound you've got it and a Honda will outlast any other make. I had a PW80 and it ran for one day, then it never started again so I switched to a big red Honda and I never have any trouble out of it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Show less

I love the bike but the seat on the Honda has always had a rather hard seat. But it is getting better. Show less

This is my first dirt bike and I love it. Its a 5 star bike. I have been riding it through the mountains, in fields, through creeks and more. I love my bike and I would recommend this bike for any one over the age of 11. It is tall and fast, so have fun. Show less

I bought this bike for my son. He was on training wheels for a month and then raced with the NEOC the last five races. He rides hard and this bike never disappointed. I have put oil in it, cleaned the air filter and replaced the tires not because they failed but because I wanted a better race tire for what he was doing. I would reccommend this bike to anyone who is looking for a start for their child. We slowly increased his speed with the throttle limitation screw as he got more control, it has been removed at this point. The dealership was excellent and they made me the best deal. I have not had any problems with this bike. My kids both have them and they love them. I will continue to trust Honda products and if my kids continue racing, they will race Honda. It's an excellent bike for the money. My son was very competitive and he has only been on two wheels since April of 2011. Show less