Is the Honda ST1300 Worth the Investment in 2024? Review and Test Ride

[@canesvenatici7727]

I also have a St 1300, only mine is a little older from 2002 but with ABS. The bike is excellent on the road, I often travel on long routes and I can't wait for it to warm up and for spring and summer to come. my next trip should be 650km. The Bike is a good runner in both dry and wet conditions. I recommend it.. 👍

[@kevingallen1678]

This shows you don’t need to pay stupid prices for a decent bike.

[@SoloBlack313]

I have told you before I have a 2004 Honda ST 1300, and I love my bike! I have tried to tell my friends how fast and powerful this bike is, and they never believe me until they ride. I have juiced guys on 600 sport bikes to a certain speed, I wish I could rev up to 14000, if that was the case they never catch me!... lol blessings to you and your family stay and ride safe.

[@IFixShet]

He'll yeah same to you man

[@cibsim]

Mine is a 2004 as well. Fast machine !

[@JR-bj3uf]

I never owned an ST1300 but I worked for a Honda dealer. We sponsored a group ride every month during the riding season and if I was not riding my VFR I would pull and ST off the used bike line and ride that. What a fantastic bike. It's as comfortable as any Gold Wing and as sporty as my VFR. I wish I had one.

[@IFixShet]

It is such a beautiful machine it really is it has withstood the test of time and abilities of normal bikes

[@JR-bj3uf]

@@IFixShet Not only that they are so over built and bullet proof. The only thing you have to keep watched as they age are the hoses (best replaced at 60,000 miles and the thermostats. Other than normal wear stuff like fork seals that's it.

[@kennethrogers1129]

@@JR-bj3uffork seals- watch out for needless replacement, keep them clean and they last longer- '07 owner here, bought mine off the show room floor in'08, to me it's the ideal motorcycle

[@roberthampton8682]

Welcome to the World of the ST1300. I bought my first ST1300 in November 2005, off the dealership floor. By 2008, I was doing a 125 mile a day commute on it. Due to the high mileage I had on the 2005 by 2012, I bought a wrecked 2004 ST1300, that had 31K miles. I fixed it, a year later (2013), bought a 2010 with 1.5Kmiles, fixed that, in 2014, bought another wrecked 2004 with unknown miles on it, fixed it. Then in 2015, I bought a 2012, off the dealership floor. So, with the five ST1300s, that I have owned: 2005 - 174.3K miles (sold to a son, 2013), 2004#1-37K miles (I still own), 2010 - 100K miles (sold to a son

[@DrFingers]

I've done every autobahn and every mountain pass in Europe on my St. The latest top tourers might be 5% better but cost 800% more than my 2004 model. I've fitted sat nav, heated grips and seat and a simple gadget to hold the throttle open like a cruise control. I can't justify changing it for anything else. It's absolutely superb.

[@IFixShet]

Nice!!!!

[@kennethrogers1129]

Awesome

[@guyrondeau9913]

Awsome! i own a ST1100 1999 and it is just fabulous planning on a 700 km trip ( 437.5 miles ) ( one day trip then return a week later ) in early June. i look so much into it. Mind you i live in Québec , Canada... so we are denied from riding because of the snow and the minus 15 F temperature. But spring is here wooohooooo!

[@trytofix241]

I have this bike and use it almost daily, and it is indeed an excellent bike. I live in Dubai and the temperature sometimes reaches 45 degrees Celsius. However, it works perfectly despite the high temperatures in the summer. I got it a year ago from Copart auction. And this bike has excellent places for storage, two large boxes on the right and left, and a back box, and it holds a lot of things. I even go to the Hypermarket and buy many things, and they all fit into it very well. As for the extras, I installed a Celsius Gauge on it, as well as a digital electronic speedometer, as well as gear Indicator, as well as tire pressure monitoring device.

[@kennethrogers1129]

On the windshield i have swapped out the stock with larger but swapped back, the stock shield is just fine and i really like running it up when i get caught on long ride in storm, down low in nice weather on short rides, bike handled a torrential storm remarkably well, as long as I'm moving i hardly even get wet, love my 2007, have farkled it up a bit. Having a windshield problem but rarely use it so no problem really, have to be careful or i will get a speeding ticket, thought i had electrical problem but all it was was loose battery connection, left front fork leak but cleaned it with Seal Mate, now dry fork. Cruise control well i use the friction type on the throttle grip, works fine

[@MannyScoot]

I just purchased a 2006 with the Pan European Top case in black color from a motorcycle Tech here in Phoenix AZ, and it just hit 68k miles and it looks like a brand new bike always garage kept ....it's a real nice and comfortable ride !!!!

[@MannyScoot]

check her out here if you want to see my Honda ST1300 .....kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4fHnIKooch5qck

[@milolabrett6549]

Change out to Delkevic or Two Brothers exhaust then you’ll get Honda growl, but also dissipate the heat coming off OEM exhaust as an inherent thing with ST 1300’s. Put a Givi trunk with back rest and the lady should be comfortable. The attenuation of after market exhaust with keep your speed creep less in urban environs.

[@Youk709]

I have the 2006 ST1300PA and love it. I went for a 890km (553 miles) ride one day last summer and could have kept on going. You see some guys on youtube doing a lot more on their ST1300 and that bike seems to just eat up the miles. I think the excellent wind protection really helps with rider fatigue plus I threw a sheep skin on the seat for extra comfort. Thanks for posting your review. Would love to see more on your Android riding system (I'm intrigued).

[@boardoutmind]

I’ve had a 2007 st since new off the lot. I really still enjoy riding. Actually just got off it 15 minutes ago from work

[@IFixShet]

Heck yeah nice man

[@boogle808]

Had one of these for a while, turbine silky smooth power! My only concern with an older machine would be replacing old brake line. There’s a lot on the bike and could be costly! I once “popped out for breakfast” and ended up doing 450 mile round trip!🤣 it’s that comfy 👍🏻

[@bobbydoiron6285]

Just put my 06 ST1300 on a little over 5k mile trip and was very nice ride. Although I definitely need to put a custom seat on it. Mine does have cruise control and is a must on any bike on long trips

[@a.r.t.4611]

I own a 2005 Pan. It's covered 133,000ks and I've never had any problems with it. Power is 125bhp and top speed is about 235mph. Excellent touring bikes.

[@trytofix241]

I think you mean top speed in km not in miles

[@IFixShet]

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[@SusanWillan]

Iv owned a Yamaha FJR 1300 06 model since new IV done just over 165kms on her it's never missed a beat and probably 1 of the best or better motorcycle's IV owned in my 65 years on the planet iv never ridden the Honda ST 1300 but have owned and ridden a few V4 Honda bikes a VF1000 86 or 85 and the VFR750 and the VFR800.both very amazing and smooth reliable motorcycle's if i were to downgrade to something smaller and lighter it probably would be one of those last 2 VFR bike's because of my age these days i never use the power or what the FJR was designed to do and that's tour long distances across the country at a pretty quick pace as iv aged and slowed down iv come to the conclusion that because of the weight and also sometimes carrying my partner pillion passenger it's just getting a bit to much especially in stop start heavy traffic whilst out on the open roads it's a great motorcycle that will probably or definitely outlive me have you got any other suggestions on what kind of bike' And model might be worth checking out if I decided to get if i was to get further down the track stay safe and upright love from Australia 🦘🌏

[@shanesdiy]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm really narrowing down on the ST1300 as my next bike. I like the mix between sport bike and touring bike. My brother has a Goldwing and it just seems a little too big and heavy and sport bikes don't have the storage I want and want a little more comfortable seating position. My last bike was a used Honda Pacific Coast PC800 I picked up not running at a garage sale for $500. Fixed it up and rode it for a few years, then sold it for $2500. Opinions are polarized on the PC800 since it sorta looks like a big scooter but I really liked its storage space and features. My biggest gripe with it was it needed another gear to be smooth at highway speeds. At 70-75 mph, RPM was way too high. Anyway, thanks again for sharing the video. Did you, or can you, do a video on that Android Play system? I'm a sucker for tech gadgets. What is the model number and what does it display? Just GPS navigation data or does it tie into the bikes systems at all?

[@IFixShet]

You will love it

[@firstcomment2801]

Brake work socks on this bike. Check front left Brake caliper silver extra master cylinder for rust or sticking. It will lock the rear brake if not working properly.

[@GodzillaGoesGaga]

Never had any big issue on mine. Brakes are easy to work on.

[@Jandejongjong]

Yamaha FJR1300: • Engine: 1,298 cc, inline-4 • Power Output: Approximately 145 hp (108 kW) @ 8,000 rpm • Torque: 138 Nm (102 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm • Fuel Consumption: Around 18-20 km/l under typical riding conditions, making it a bit more efficient than the ST1300. Key Differences: • Power: The FJR1300 produces more power, with about 145 hp compared to the ST1300’s 125 hp. • Fuel Efficiency: The FJR typically achieves better fuel consumption at around 18-20 km/l, as opposed to the ST1300’s 15-17 km/l. The FJR’s inline-4 engine is more modern in terms of technology and tends to deliver both more power and better efficiency, making it a strong competitor in the sport-touring category. Yamaha’s focus on performance, while also maintaining reasonable fuel efficiency, has made the FJR1300 a popular choice for riders looking for a balance of power, range, and efficiency.

[@philbiggs4493]

Hi Dan I have same bike but other side of the world :) What rear tyre do you have looks like tread facing wrong way but may be the type of tyre you have .

[@IFixShet]

So the tire is on backwards I just don't really want to take the time and energy to switch it it has yet to present me with a problem but the person I bought it from put it on backwards I did the front one correct when I did it in my garage obviously but I did not put the back one on it was already on when I bought the bike so I figure I'll just wait till it's worn out I don't ride it in the rain much so it shouldn't present a problem problem

[@kennethrogers1129]

What do you guys have to pay for an annual tag renewal - $50 here , send high got a 2007 motorcycle whe2011 truck is $30, so far my complaints have fallen on deaf ears of my legislators

[@Arnnnnn]

Found a 2007 with 70k miles clean af for 1900$ today

[@IFixShet]

Mid-range mileage good price if it's in good shape I would ask for service records

[@Arnnnnn]

@@IFixShetpretty mint it was an older guy who owned it

[@IFixShet]

@@Arnnnnn as long as he took care of it and did the recommended maintenance intervals then it should be a great bike for a long time

[@kennethrogers1129]

Would love to be able to change tires myself, hate going to the st stealer for new tires, the mechamic at the local honda shop didnt even know what an st1300 was, had never seen one before

[@GodzillaGoesGaga]

I just did my own but took the wheels to the shop for tire change (they have the machines!). Takes a bit of work but is not too bad once you figure it all out. You also get to understand a bit more about the bike which is always good!

[@EastCoastThrills]

Great video love the content

[@IFixShet]

Appreciate it

[@phild3562]

Loved my ST1300, want to get another now...whats that android screen?

[@mikehynek]

I picked up mine on craigslist 2005 , only 20k miles, $4000 cash

[@ohiobackroads1548]

I currently own 8 ST1300. I have 3 ex police units, and I can't tell a difference between the bikes at all.

[@IFixShet]

@ohiobackroads1548 depends on where your bike came from. This California release came with a modified police tune I have it in my paperwork that I was able to get from the fleet mechanic records. Not all police versions will be tuned

[@luc1ferblack]

I own and ride a 2008 and i would say no they are not worth it now. I have had to replace the alternator which is a pain. All the coolant hoses some were brittle and just fell apart and now i need to go in and clean the 5 way T as the bike is running bad. I have oil leaving from the front hose and from the swing arm pumpkin which is a big job to change the seals on. Im looking at the gen 3 FJR1300 it has everything the st1300 is missing. Electronic suspension. digital speedo. full led light set. cruise control. 6th gear. gear indicator. It is lighter and faster at 145 bhp compared to the 110 of the st1300. It looks great without the panniers and the mirrors can be folded for filtering. Highway pegs are easy to add for long distance riders and the oil filter is easy to access. I can get a 2018 fjr for 6k or a 2013 st for 6k. In short they are just old and get hot leading to issues. The negative on the fjr is it wont hold a heavy top box unless you swap the rack. not aware of many other problems with it. A low mileage FJR would be 6 years old. A low mileage st1300 would be 11 years old. St1300 are outdated

[@GodzillaGoesGaga]

I think it all depends on what condition the bike is in. If it’s not been looked after yes might not be worth it but if it has been garaged and looked after you can get a bargain. The new FJR1300 is probably the nearest equivalent you can get now to replace an ST1300 but if it were me I’d look at a Goldwing at this point for that kind of money.

[@Transilvanian]

Nice What windscreen is that?

[@motardsquid]

The ST1300 is a sportbike version of the goldwing.

[@IFixShet]

@@motardsquid it's amazing is what it is

[@IFixShet]

@@motardsquid lol I've seen a few of your videos before we've been doing this motorcycle thing a long time congratulations on the 84,000 Subs

[@kennethrogers1129]

What do you guys have to pay for annual tag renewal -$50 here

[@rubo1964]

how would you compare it to ST1100?thank you

[@Ch-ui6mw]

This one is 200 more..........

[@IFixShet]

Honestly I would need to ride an 1100 to really give you an adequate answer to that I've written hundreds of bikes but I've never had the pleasure of putting my hands on an 1100

[@boostedlss6450]

around 2 inches shorter on the wheelbase.

[@danielmiller6871]

Get smart! Wear protective gear. Come on man. Don’t be a statistic!

[@IFixShet]

There's only one rule I have on my channel and that is to ride your own ride. Wear whatever you want brother but I will ride my own ride the way I want, cheers brother

[@cibsim]

@@IFixShet Typiquement américain : Live Free or Die. Au Canada, on a tendance à s’habiller de façon sécuritaire pour faire de la moto. Le casque est aussi obligatoire.

[@kennethrogers1129]

$1800!!! Damn what an st steal!!! Fleet what?

[@tjhessmon4327]

Soooo Typical..... Yamaha invents a powersports market and everyone else copies them. If you want the real sport touring bike, get the Yamaha..... Everything else is just an imitation..attempting to copy Yamaha.... Honda missed the design intent and attempted to make a gold wing out of the FJR. What you get is a heavier bike, that is not agile, nor as powerful as the FJR.

[@IFixShet]

It's good to have competition

[@IFixShet]

Keeps the market interesting if nobody was competing then it wouldn't be any fun it makes each manufacturer push themselves just a bit further to give us better quality and more technology

[@Captain-kungfoo]

Sold mine and utterly regret it

[@endurofly]

Nobody has a courage to drive ST 1300 without trunks 😀

[@IFixShet]

I do it all the time I actually ripped the Tail of the Dragon until my pegs were sheared halfway off on this machine and I have the video to prove it lol

[@endurofly]

@@IFixShet Hi I'm just kidding but it is really ugly without trunks Drive safe

[@Ukmongoose3]

Cor, where can I find that video?

[@joby1]

ac sucks from the inside