Honda Sabre ABS - 2013 Specifications and Reviews

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General information

CategoryCustom / cruiser
ModelHonda Sabre ABS
Year2013

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
IgnitionDigital with 3-D mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder
Fuel controlSOHC
Fuel systemInjection. PGM-FI with automatic enrichment circuit, one 38mm throttle body
Valves per cylinder3
Bore x stroke89.5 x 104.3 mm (3.5 x 4.1 inches)
Compression9.2:1
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:1312.00 ccm (80.06 cubic inches)
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Anti-lock braking
Front brakes diameter336 mm (13.2 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc. Anti-lock braking
Rear tyre dimensions170/80-15
Front tyre dimensions90/90-21
Rear suspension travel99 mm (3.9 inches)
Rear suspensionSingle shock
Front suspension travel102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front suspension41mm fork
Trail118 mm (4.6 inches)
Rake (fork angle)33.0°

Physical measures and capacities

Reserve fuel capacity4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)
Fuel capacity16.65 litres (4.40 gallons)
Wheelbase1,778 mm (70.0 inches)
Seat height683 mm (26.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc305.0 kg (672.4 pounds)

Other specs

MaintenanceFind parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color optionsBlack, Candy Red

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

5.5s
0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track15%
City45%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding60%
Touring55%
Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders with at least some experience handling a long, low, heavy cruiser at low speeds and in traffic.
PurposeBuilt for relaxed boulevard cruising and weekend rides where laid-back V-twin torque and shaft-drive simplicity matter more than outright speed.
Rider FitThe low 683mm seat height makes it approachable for shorter riders, though the long wheelbase and cruiser weight demand deliberate effort at parking-lot speeds.
CharacterA 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 ForNot 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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2013 Honda Sabre ABS Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 683mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2013 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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