MYRModel Year Report

2005 Honda VTX1300

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2005 Honda VTX1300
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:38:25.509Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda VTX1300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2003: 35 complaints 2003 2004: 78 complaints 2004 2005: 47 complaints 2005 2006: 35 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2009
2005: 47 complaints
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YearComplaints
200335
200478
200547
200635
200736
20082
20091

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

STEERING 68%

68% of complaints: steering — 32 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and column.

CRASH INJURY
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EXPERIENCED A VIBRATION FROM THE STEERING AS I ENTERED A CURVE ON A PAVED ROAD CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL AND LEAVE THE PAVEMENT AND CRASH. APPROXIMATELY $1500.00 DOLLARS DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE .

NHTSA ODI report, 20120130

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA VTX1300R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT WAS RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE AT 20-25 MPH WHEN THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A TREE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110826

DEATH WOBBLE FROM 30-65 ON MY MOTORCYCLE. IT WILL CAUSE A WRECK, BIKE WOBBLES OUT OF CONTROL BECAUSE OF FAULTY STEERING BEARINGS ON MY HONDA VTX 1300C.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210512

SUSPENSION 11%

11% of complaints: suspension — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front.

WHEELS 6%

6% of complaints: wheels — 3 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 6%

6% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing delivery.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Honda VTX1300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (32 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Honda VTX1300 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Honda VTX1300?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 68% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Honda VTX1300 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.