5 things I don't like about my HONDA ST1300

What are the things you are not fond of on your bike. I kind of had a hard time on this, which is good I think.

[@okinawanah3463]

heel toe shifters and floor boards are a cruiser bike thing this is a sport tourer meaning it can get low in the mountains

[@stevewilliams4444]

Just bought my 03 st1300 most comfortable bike i have ever had in my opinion . Sportbikes have been in my heart but at my age now this is like a super comfortable sport bike .. love it

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

Wow, 4 months already! All good point of your gripes. Great job Bob.

[@bobnelson2499]

Thanks for being a part of this Eric. You are appreciated.

[@darrenlingerfelt5879]

Haven’t seen a video from you in a while and was starting to get worried. Glad you’re doing well. 😎👍

[@bobnelson2499]

Thanks for the concern Darren. I've been here, just quiet on this bike. LOL

[@jdreyno1958]

Thanks for the ride. I ride a 2015 HD Ultra and am pleased with it the way she is. I’ve had 3 bikes, a 2006 Honda VTX 1300R, a 2013 HD Fatboy and the current one, all of which have had floorboards and heel toe shifter. Can’t imagine not having either. Stay safe.

[@bobnelson2499]

I've gotten used to being without the boards, but they sure made it comfortable.

[@HarleyGurl114]

I have only ever had floorboards so I agree that would be missed! I love my cruise control yes, and was happy that Harley put it on the Heritage! Oh my gosh yesterday I had to use my horn ( in a good way) as a couple waved to me as we departed ways so when I hit the horn button it sounded much like yours!!! I laughed out loud and thought same, I can yell louder! You are happy and we all miss a few things from a prior bike - I am working on my dislike and like right now!! I miss a few things coming from a touring model! Glad you are enjoying the ride Bob!

[@bobnelson2499]

You know, riding back from the East Coast this morning, I didn't record, I just enjoyed this bike. I've got storage in the faring so I might carry something to throw rather than this silly horn. Be well Gloria, you are appreciated.

[@HarleyGurl114]

@@bobnelson2499 yes riding free is the key to the appreciation of just taking it all in! Many times I ride without rolling a mic or camera!! Makes for living in the moment all the more real!!

[@danmclaugh2603]

Got a 2010 1200rt-Love setting the cruise control on 65 and enjoying the ride 😊

[@PurpleOnThree]

4 months already? Man, time flies when you're having fun!

[@bobnelson2499]

Time does indeed fly!

[@unicornhairhead]

I miss my 2010 ST. A turkey took it out. I agree about the cruise but mine had a throttle lock that worked great. Heated grips is something I have to have in my old age. The pandemic made parts unavailable to fix it so I broke down and got a 21 Goldwing.

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

I’m consider myself lucky that I have a modest stable of bikes to choose from. My issue is I get too attached to my motorcycles and can’t sell them, hence, my stable. One bike I’ve had since 1981, so you get the picture. I must admit I got a bit of a shock when you traded Black Betty. Now, the ST1300 or Pan European as it’s called in England is one damn fine motorcycle; but you cannot get further away from a touring Harley. But you now love riding your ST, your happy with it and that’s what counts, bonding with your motorcycle. Enjoy the many miles and good times to come Bob and ride safe my friend. Neil

[@bobnelson2499]

It;s a different ride but it is a good one.

[@Crazygaucho62]

I’ve ridden a Yamaha royal star tour deluxe for about 10 years ( not selling it ) , just got an 04 st1300 always loved these machines, but I love the floorboards , the cruise control, the saddlebags that opens from top , and the self canceling turn signals on my royal star ….

[@bobnelson2499]

I had a Royal and really enjoyed that bike. This ST1300 is a blast though. Be safe and well Dan.

[@thomasadkins1668]

I have a ST1300 and had another 5 or so years back. I agree with you on all these points. The one i have now has 65000 miles on it and runs great but when i get over 80 miles an hour my F1 light goes on and i haven't been able to fix the problem. When i turn it off and then back on it doesn't come back on. I still like my ST1300 but it really should have cruise control. Great vid.

[@Jarvisbiker]

had some issues with front brakes at the start but love my Road Glide now.

[@bobnelson2499]

I had front bearing problems with my Electra Glide at about 6000 miles, but that was corrected.

[@Motoramblings]

I do believe most bikes have issues that we don’t like, but most are fixable. I still think that’s one fine machine! I would miss cruise control for sure. I have the two bikes, they cover all the things I want to do on motorcycles, so I really don’t have any complaints…..

[@bobnelson2499]

LOL, I really don't have any complaints. I just needed to vent.

[@ChopperFett]

I think the list is fair, no bike is perfect by any stretch. Glad the Corbin is fairing well for you so far!

[@bobnelson2499]

OMG, this seat is top shelf!

[@estebanmorales6568]

I loved your video. I have a Harley Electra Glide and was thinking about getting one of these Honda's for the heck of it. But like you I need my floorboards, highway pegs, heel toe shifter and cruise control. I can adjust my position any number of ways while riding and it doesn't look like that is possible on the Honda.

[@bobnelson2499]

No matter what it is the best ride is the one you're on.

[@789295]

I owned three of the ST1300 bikes over their run of production. My number one complaint was the heat coming up into the seat area. It made the bike very uncomfortable on a hot southern summer day. On long trips I would get a bag of ice when fueling up and sit on that for a while. Other than missing cruise control, not much else I would call a deal breaker. Very smooth powerful bike. Hope you enjoy it!

[@luc1ferblack]

Their is a heat fix online that consists of reflectix or thermawrap under the seat. Also i modded a xxl 3d seat mesh cover to fit and that keeps you very cool to the point you have to remove it in the winter. the front needs slitting and tying back due to the shape of the seat i install it with cable ties

[@saddlsor]

The "heat issue" is a hit or miss on these bikes; I've never had to deal with it on my 2008. I'm sure living in Alabama as I do, extra heat would dampen my enthusiasm for my 1300.

[@YouMotorcycle]

At least the horn's an easy fix lol. I put a respectable one in my Vespa for $20. Sounds better than stock on nearly all of my motorcycles.

[@northbysoutheast5439]

😎👍👍

[@milolabrett6549]

Get the switchblade high way pegs and do motorcycle yoga routine. Yes the horn is ridiculous and I never use it. Yes I have aftermarket Sergeant seat with ass gel green foam very essential as per Corbin. Very hard for half hour radiator flush and refill with out taking off both sides of Tupperware, one can’t be just adding to secondary reservoir but that’s the procedure.

[@judisheldon6848]

From pictures it looked like your legs are in a bit of uncomfortable angle, especially on the long haul. Have ridden twice now with my brother Richard on his new Kawasaki Vulcan. Since he raced for them he has the brand loyalty thing going on. But I am glad he thought of me to take on its first ride to Block Island, since I was the first person to get him riding when he was knee high to a grasshopper. Anyhoo...we have had fun. Getting too chilly now to go out to the island. Anyway...glad the Honda is giving you what you ultimately wanted.

[@bobnelson2499]

The position took some getting used to, but is fine. Thanks for following.

[@janman55]

They used to make foot pegs that attach to the tip over wings to allow you stretch out your legs. The guy stopped making them. Could probably improvise something.

[@theSMYRNAcowboy]

Let's see me friend. 1. When you first put it in First Gear. It has a BIG clunk! It sound like the transmission is coming out. 2. Using the Bluetooth and the BRP Go app they provide. Sometimes it works, most of the time NADA. 3. MUST use Premium gasoline. (Need I say more) 4. I think I need a stiffer sway bar on the front suspension. (Aftermarket, around $500) 5. For that much money new (Around 35K) it has a great seat but it should have a option for a "Charcoal Fart Filter"! 😜

[@bobnelson2499]

I've shopped for the filter, but no luck so far. Might look at the riding panties......snicker

[@flexjay87]

I have and or have had 2 Honda ST 1100 and love them. But, it sounds like you might need to get a 2018 or newer Honda Goldwing. This newer version is bigger than a ST but much smaller than they used to be, and most years have a long list of available comfort parts that can be installed :)

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Hay Bob. I added a second bike for fun spirited riding but keep my 2019 ultra so I could still have those things you miss when you ride freedom. For me one bike doesn't do it all.

[@bobnelson2499]

I do understand Rodney, I just don't have the space now.

[@PurpleOnThree]

Yes, there are things I don't like...I did a video... I could only come up with four lol. I did come up with another video for the five things that I love about my spyder

[@bobnelson2499]

My 5 things I love will follow soon.

[@RidingHumboldtCounty]

Still a nice bike but there’s something to be said about a Harley Davidson touring bike 😉 There must be a way you can modify most of the things you mentioned. What I don’t like about the Japanese bikes are the turn signals not turning off by themselves lol 😂

[@bobnelson2499]

I agree with you about thee turn signals, but I'm pretty used to it now.

[@iwannaapple7190]

I have a '99 Honda that has automatic turn signals which turn off by themselves.

[@PurpleOnThree]

I don't think I could go back to pegs after having floorboards.

[@wboeren1]

The heat coming of my 05 FJR.

[@tennwingman3350]

Hey Bob, I ride the 2012 Goldwing and there is only two things I dont like, the inadequate GPS and not adjustable handlebars. Everything else is normal and good

[@bobnelson2499]

You have on fine ride my friend. That is what got me thinking about Honda.

[@mikebodine4164]

Hey Bob I would also miss a cruise control. Your horn has a lot to be desired 🤣😂🤣👍👍👍🏼💯I really like my cvo softail Deluxe 2014.

[@bobnelson2499]

Hey Mike! For what I paid for this bike I couldn't go wrong, and I just might use it for trade value.

[@janman55]

My two biggest gripes on my ST1300 is the engine heat, and the weight. Otherwise a great bike.

[@bobnelson2499]

MA, I appreciate you being here. I came from a 2020 Electra Glide so the weight is wonderful to me. I felt the heat issue and bought a Corbin seat, it has made a world of difference. Thanks again for taking a look.

[@PanRider939]

The weight goes away when you’re moving, keep moving.

[@janman55]

@@PanRider939 Haa Haa

[@PanRider939]

@@janman55 😊

[@PanRider939]

Floorboards, shifter, cruise control are personal preference. The horn is an easy swap, for Stebel Nautilis air horn. I’ve ridden the stock seat for 650km same day and walked away.

[@stevest1300]

My 5 things I don't like about my ST1300? 1. No 6th gear/gear indicator to get into burn-up-on-re-entry speed 2. Aerospace engineered Tupperware a pain in the ass to get anything worked on underneath 3. I can't think of another one 4. See point 3 5. See point 4 Cruise control and a loud horn are just a credit card charge away. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3TQnZqGoa53ptU

[@RidingHumboldtCounty]

She sure is quiet

[@bobnelson2499]

Yes it is sir.

[@MrDirtyolman25]

I own a 2006 ST1300. My gripes are the heat mine is black. Which makes it worse and it sounds like a bass boat! But I’ve done 145 on it and I’ve ridden it multiple 500 mile days. I bought mine new.

[@PurpleOnThree]

Sorry you are missing that cruise control...I personally don't use it. 🤷‍♀️ You need a train horn I think!

[@CMC61]

Sounds like you need a Harley Davidson Electra Glide ! Thank me later!

[@MVW54]

0:20 ... euh euh Pan European ? Anyway, glad the ST 1300 is giving you what you ultimately wanted to ride. 👍

[@MannyScoot]

the only thing I really don't like is that after a long ride my Balls get pushed into the gas tank every time I stop and gets uncomfortable after a while....

[@TennRides]

It seems all stock horns on bikes are garbage. I put a Sonic Mini on mine and it makes a difference. The price was fair, and the installation was very simple. It was just "plug and play" simple. There are things I love about my bike and things I am not a fan about. But I would end up writing a book in the comment section to explain. Hahahaha.

[@1905flyer3]

Love my Indian Springfield but here are a few things that are a pain: 1. Stock seat is a pain in the butt. 2. Red LED speedo backlighting make it very difficult to read at night. 3. Difficult manually checking the tire pressure with fender skirts and hard bags. 4. Clunky when shifting gears… But, I still Love riding this Indian!!!❤

[@bobnelson2499]

Indian is a fine ride Paul. We still need to get together for a ride. I have been looking for that vine covered house and cannot find it. Off 301?

[@luc1ferblack]

floorboards and heel toe shifters do not exist for these bikes so saying they are things you don't like about the bike doesn't make any sense as they don't have them. The horn is standard crap like most a denali soundbomb is a good upgrade

[@David-pp9fk]

Sounds like you should sell it to me?

[@hw6444]

Bob, heel/toe shifter and floorboards? You're on a sports tourer mate, get real. Enjoyed the clip though, cheers.

[@myz06rocks]

Buys a SPORT touring bike, wants boards and a shifter like a Harley. Ya, and a Ducati makes a crappy dirt bike.

[@Ed-lz4jv]

you need a old fart slow ride from the sound of it Lol, HAd a harley once, not worth it, noise and rattles abound, quality? MEH

[@joemader7396]

damn... are you drunk?