What category is the 2012 Honda Sabre ABS?

The 2012 Honda Sabre ABS has a Category of Custom / cruiser.

What is the engine size of the 2012 Honda Sabre ABS?

The 2012 Honda Sabre ABS has a Capacity: of 1312.00 ccm (80.06 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 2012 Honda Sabre ABS have?

The 2012 Honda Sabre ABS has a Engine type of V2, four-stroke.

Is the 2012 Honda Sabre ABS air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 2012 Honda Sabre ABS has a Cooling system of Liquid.

How many gears does the 2012 Honda Sabre ABS have?

The 2012 Honda Sabre ABS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 2012 Honda Sabre ABS weigh?

The 2012 Honda Sabre ABS has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 305.0 kg (672.4 pounds).

What is the seat height of the 2012 Honda Sabre ABS?

The 2012 Honda Sabre ABS has a Seat height of 683 mm (26.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting..

Honda Sabre ABS - 2012 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 2012 Honda Sabre ABS
Brand: Honda

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General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Honda Sabre ABS
Year	2012

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission type,final drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	Digital with 3-D mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder
Fuel control	SOHC
Fuel system	Injection. PGM-FI with automatic enrichment circuit, one 38mm throttle body
Valves per cylinder	3
Bore x stroke	89.5 x 104.3 mm (3.5 x 4.1 inches)
Compression	9.2:1
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1312.00 ccm (80.06 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes diameter	296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. Anti-lock braking
Front brakes diameter	336 mm (13.2 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. Anti-lock braking
Rear tyre dimensions	170/80-15
Front tyre dimensions	90/90-21
Rear suspension travel	99 mm (3.9 inches)
Rear suspension	Single shock
Front suspension travel	102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front suspension	41mm fork
Trail	118 mm (4.6 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	33.0°
Physical measures and capacities
Reserve fuel capacity	4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)
Fuel capacity	16.65 litres (4.40 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,778 mm (70.0 inches)
Seat height	683 mm (26.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	305.0 kg (672.4 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Black, Candy Red

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

5.5s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track15%

City45%

Cornering40%

Daily Riding60%

Touring55%

Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with at least some experience handling a long, low, heavy cruiser at low speeds and in traffic.
Purpose	Built for relaxed boulevard cruising and weekend rides where laid-back V-twin torque and shaft-drive simplicity matter more than outright speed.
Rider Fit	The low 683mm seat height makes it approachable for shorter riders, though the long wheelbase and cruiser weight demand deliberate effort at parking-lot speeds.
Character	A classic American-style cruiser with a torquey 52-degree V-twin, shaft drive, and stretched-out custom stance that rewards a smooth, unhurried riding style.
Not Ideal For	Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2012 Honda Sabre ABS Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 683mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Honda Sabre ABS, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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