Honda VTX 1300 (VTX1300C) reviews

I own and ride not one but two VTXs! I would not trade them for any other bike! I have over 56,000 miles on this one (1300C). It is the most dependable vehicle I have ever had! Rain, shine, even snow! I even had a few miles in baseball-size hail! Never a malfunction. The only parts I have changed are the tires and brake shoes! I have ridden this bike all over Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Nebraska, Kansas and New Mexico. Show less

This bike has plenty of power and corners very well. It is low to the ground and heavy so it is not affected by on coming big rigs. I have a custom seat and handlebar risers and I can ride non-stop between fill-ups. It is a great long distance cruiser. Show less

This is the first street bike I have ever owned. What a ride! My friends all have other brands; I'll take this one any day. The ride and power are great. I'll probably upgrade to a Mustang seat later for long roads trips, but my longest to date is about 2 1/2 hrs and I had no problems as far as being sore. Show less

I was looking at (and test rode) two different bikes before I stumbled upon a 2003 VTX1800. Right away I knew that I would buy this bike. It puts you in a natural riding position and its handlebars are at a comfortable position. The only negative is the seat is a bit hard. It's not bad when you first get on the bike; it's only after you have been riding for an hour that it becomes uncomfortable. I plan on getting a Mustang seat for it which should make the ride much more comfortable.
The bike shifts great, has excellent pickup and rides real smooth (even at higher speeds).
I would highly recommend this bike to anyone who loves to ride! Show less

What an amazing machine. I originally bought a Honda Rebel 250 a couple of years ago. It was a great deal. I'd never ridden a bike before, so I said Why not. I loved it at first, but quickly out grew it. It got to the point I was only riding it back and forth to work. I decided to look at larger bikes, and boy did I find my match. The Honda VTX 1300 is incredible. It's everything I wanted and more. It handles great, rides smooth, and just the right amount of ggrrrr on the pipes. In two days I've put over 200 miles! What a ride. If you're not riding, you should be. Show less

I've taken long trips through the mountains and across the prairies and this bike won't quit. The fuel injection allows this bike to scream down the road at any elevation. For the price and performance I don't know how I could ever match it again. This after 28,000 miles of every extreme condition and speed there is. Show less

I went to a local dealership bent on buying a Victory bike and they happened to have this 2003 VTX1800C sitting by the front door. I took the Victory for a test ride and came back thinking it was ok, but not great. Just for the heck of it, I decided to take the VTX for a ride. Let's just say I closed the deal as soon as I returned to the dealer. Looks, power, feel, balance; this bike has everything you could want. The only slight negative for me is the stock seat. Ok for shorter rides, but I will be upgrading soon to a Mustang, Corbin or some type of custom seat. Show less

I'm 50, and it's been 18 plus years since I have last ridden. Turning 50 I had to get back on a bike. I drove, looked at, felt and researched a number of brands and models of bikes. Then I jumped on the VTX 1300C. My wife was along with me during several adventures and was totally convinced the VTX was our best value in all cases. WOW! It is superbly built and has great comfort and quality craftsmanship. I added a windshield, saddlebags, grips, pegs, sissy bar, back rest with luggage rack & a Mustang duo seat. don't waste your time; go and get your VTX today and enjoy riding. Show less

I loved my beautiful black 2002 Shadow 750 Ace. I rode it for 5 years. It was my first bike at the age of 65 and I loved accessorizing. Most of my riding was for local commute. The bike was easy to handle and fuel efficient and never needed repair of any kind. When I moved to another town and had to take a longer distance commute, I realized the need for a more powerful and more stable ride for the freeway. Last year I considered other bikes but settled on the VTX after one sit at the dealer. It fit me perfectly. Then I searched around and found a used, very low mileage silver 2005 VTX 1300R in perfect condition and nicely accessorized. It's been a love fest ever since. The bike is everything all the other rave reviews claim. I still ride my 750 for local errands. At age 70 now I will keep riding both until strength and coordination give out. Show less

I had a Nighthawk 650 and found riding on the interstate next to big trucks was a challenge. I looked at and liked the low profile of the VTX1300C and that it was shaft drive like my old bike. The first time I rode it on the interstate I fell in love with it. It handles great, has the power when I need it and I have been complimented on the look of it quite a few times. For the amount of riding I do it is a good, strong, reliable bike. Show less