2006 Honda VTX™ 1300 C
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comfortable ride
By (I am an Owner) on Jan 27, 2017I've been riding for about 50 yrs. and have owned many bikes. The Honda VTX1300 is overall a nice handling and looking bike. My first improvement was the seat. I replaced it with a Mustang touring seat with backrest.It made a world of difference. Improvements? It needs a 6th gear and a tachometer ... and a fuel gauge to be the perfect cruiser. Has been a trouble free bike for me.
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LOVE THE VTX 1300...BUT
By (I am an Owner) on Sep 08, 2015I love this bike...everything about it ...except...it's begging for a 6th gear...dying for a taller 5th or a 6th gear...other than that, wonderful bike
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Luv my VTX
By (I am an Owner) on Apr 26, 2013I have Cobra pipes for the rumble I luv & supercharger. Like it better than those before it 99 Sportster, Spirit, 1100, Vulcan 900. I have to have a bike with a large gas tank that's very balanced. This VTx C6 is a dream to drive.C Rvansville IN
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Awesome bike
By (I am an Owner) on Jun 22, 2012I admit I am not that expert of a rider but this bike is easy to ride. It gives you the power when you need it and is very reliable.Never had any issues and it looks stylish.This is the bike for anyone looking for power and reliability.
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love this one !
By (I am an Owner) on Feb 28, 2012Bought this new and was a little leary after I got it. All my freind had 1500's. thought I'd be left behind. Afew mods and I'm in love with it. Pipes and some needle shims a K&N. was all the 1300 needed and Now I wait for the 1500's and The Harley six speeds .Would buy this one again. Fuel millage ... is great 45to52. Done a few long hauls and had very little discomfort. Wife don't care for the small pass. seat on long hauls,short ones are fine. Bought her a gel seat,works great.
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Excellent Ride!
By (I am an Owner) on Sep 08, 2011I have owned my VTX 1300 for 5 years and have had no troubles. I currently have about 19,000 miles on the bike and I still dont think its completely broken in. I changed the seats to enhance the comfort and other than that this is the best bike Ive ever owned. Their enough horsepower to get yourself ... in or out of trouble. bike handles well for a large cruiser.
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Best bike for the buck
By (I am an Owner) on Jul 24, 2011I started riding in 1963 and this is the best I have owned all round. I agree it could use another gear but always has the power to get the job done. I don't agree about the looks, my bike get's LOTS of looks but it does have $4000 in add ons. Pro R hipper charger and bigger jet makes it a beast ... but hard on mileage dropped to around 40.
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In my mind a great for the cost
By (I am an Owner) on Sep 04, 2010Bought my 1300c 2006 Honda VTX 4 years ago. First bike ever for me. Learned to ride a bike first time in my life! Balance on this bike helped me a great deal, yes I had a few "first" learning on this bike. Didn't realize the windshield all ready on bike acts like a sail......nevertheless, I read ... the booklet that came with bike very helpful but just riding learning to (to keep rolling) very important!!!I'm not a big person 5'8'' 185 59 years old I now consider myself a good rider. Got my license...Bike handles great, made my first 2hr ride to the coast and after a 2 hr rest came back. Tried but the bike and the ride was very enjoyable.Don't need no Harley...this would outlast this noise makers. I guess if you need status or whatever a person is lacking in his life then yeah get a Harley but for the smart and educated rider who wants a quality for a very resaonable price this 1300c VTX is it. Don't need to be noisy for lack of self esteem....ride and love it...!!!Glad I didn't listen to salesman and bought a smaller bike "to learn" as he put it. Yeah, be back in a couple wanting to trade up for a bigger bike. Like I said the balance on this bike is unbelievable easy to manuvever...drive shaft driven not chain drive like a "Harley"..hey this is high end quality like a higher priced BMW bike..WOW
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First Crusier in a very long time
By (I am an Owner) on Nov 20, 2009It is a wonderful bike for me. I'm 5'7" and both feet are flat on the ground. First real cruiser I have had; the candy orange has received a lot of compliments; I agree with mike's comment on the gearing. On the highway I am always wanting to go into another gear. But, I am getting used to it. ... 5 Stars from me. Also the chrome plastic, but, the price was great
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Come back kid!
By (I am an Owner) on Jul 15, 2009I road bikes when I was was in school, now that I have returned after 15 or so years the Honda VTX 1300C was a great choice. The bike is easy to ride, has great power and balance.
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Review
By (I am an Owner) on Jun 23, 2009I like the 1300 more than my Yamaha Roadstar. It's lighter, handles better and gets 10 more miles to the gallon, about 50mpg. Most of the chrome on the bike is plastic. Don't like that much. It's geared too low for long range cruising. I always reach for another gear upon reaching 70 mph. I would ... like to see a taller 5th gear and a fuel gauge as well. 60 horsepower at the rear wheel means lots of power and gobs of torque.
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Great bike for the money
By (I am an Owner) on Jun 16, 2009I've owned my VTX for just over 2 years, and I must say, it is probably the most reliable bike I have ever owned. Plus, I still get compliments on what a beautiful bike it is! Women love the orange paint, by the way!
I'm a rather large person, over 6'2", just about 270 pounds. To ... make any bike comfortable, I always add forward controls, new saddle, etc. I added them to this bike as well, within a week of purchasing it. I couldn't be happier.
It is not the most comfortable ride if you're going out for 2 hours or more, but I don't think it was designed to be. That's what Goldwings are for...
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2006 Honda VTX 1300
By (I am an Owner) on Apr 14, 2009This bike truly deserves a top 10 mention IMO. It handles very well, has ample power, is PERFECTLY balanced, it sure doesn't feel like it's 641 pounds and looks good too. Certainly a bargain at under $10,000.00. I'd buy it all over again.
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VTX 1300 C - Low, long, and aggressive ...
By (I am an Owner) on Nov 14, 2008... but probably not the bike for the "look at me I'm loud 'n' proud" crowd. However, if you tend to value your hard-earned penneys over "outlaw" trendiness, this version of Honda's venerable VTX line is a good place to go.
More than adequate power, complemented by better than average ... fuel economy, are layered onto a big bike that's quite maneuverable. I commute often and easily out pace expressway speeds (when necessary), while averaging better than 45 miles per gallon of mid-grade petrol. Once in the parking garage, I have no problem navigating my VTX into and out of any open space.
The only compromise to ride quality is a set of very short-travel shocks at the rear. Even the most modest bumps in the road effect a disturbing assault on the spine. I intend to upgrade to a better system in the very near future; replacing the rather thin padded saddle should help also.
Paint and fit are exemplary, and chrome is extensive, making for an impressive looking ride at a modest price. (I bought my 2006 model in February 2008, brand new off the dealer's inventory at sizable discount.)
For those of you, who, like me, tend to look at the "bad-ass-for-a-weekend" set with a certain amount of amusement, yet aren't inclined to join the gentleman-sports-touring or crotch-rocket crowd either, take a look at the VTX 1300; I think you'll find a way to make your own statement of "non-nonconformist cool" - without breaking the bank.
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great bike for all the right reasons.
By (I am an Owner) on Sep 26, 2008I love this bike it is great on the highway and on the back roads and there are many places to find after market parts.
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VTX 1300C
By (I am an Enthusiast) on Sep 17, 2008This is a great bike for the long and short haul. Power is good in both street riding situations and for highway/byway travels. Riding possition is perfect for me (i'm 6 ft) and the seat though a little hard, was very comfortable to me and during a long weekend ride, 2 hours in the saddle was very ... doable. All in all I liked the power to weight better than the VTX 1800. And as far as cruisers go, the VTX 1300 ranks up toward the top for me. The one thing that baffles me is why Honda has not seen it fit to put fuel injection on this bike.
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