Had my 2007 model for 8 months now. An absolute dream. I love it (and that's after 40 years of riding). Wish I'd got one years ago. Thanks for the review.
Ride a Gold Wing right now. Got away from Harleys because the climate in Florida is too hot IMHO to not have a liquid cooled engine. I love Honda & would like to buy an ST1300 but I keep hearing about HEAT issues. It’s fine in winter but I prefer to ride on warm days. Do you ride when it’s in the 80s or warmer & if so do you have any problems with engine heat? Thanks for any help that you can offer.
@@r.williamcomm7693 Would love a Goldwing! They are super expensive and would take up all my garage space so will probably have to wait a few years. But will definately have one some day!
@@dags6439 I had a metric cruiser 1500cc before my ST1300 and I will say the ST ergos are really good. I was surprised thinking it would be more uncomfortable but actually it’s better on your back!! I think they got the seat and handlebar positions correct whereas cruisers you are straighter arm’d.
Ah this would be the perfect bike for the huge distances across the pond :) Must have been a great adventure! Would love to do some touring over there.
I’ve done multi thousand mile trips on mine. California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah as a loop and then up to Canada and back along the West coast. This bike is a mile muncher and is perfect for distance work!
Thanks! For me, the 1100 is getting quite old. I would try to pick up a well maintained 1300 from as new year as possible. They do start getting expensive but you can find the dirt cheap sometimes. Good luck!
Omg am 6.1 and 116 kg and parked my st 1100 on down slope by sand so chouldint go forward or u turn omg it was heavy to move .I wonder if it's a better than gw apart from amazing seat they have for pillon .cause there even heavier.i still haven't got my gl 1200 going but have to say I be nervous first ride more around town .
@@patrickmalone9380 I only made that mistake once lol. The 1300 with a full tank is so heavy. I had to turn it around on a narrow dirt path as well which was fun. Amazingly didnt drop the thing!
Hi, if you search 'motorcycle crossbar' you will find many different ones. The exact one I got is no longer available but all the ones on there are the same basically. Just make sure it has the length adjusters.
Nice review. I think I'm going to finally get one of these after ogling them for a decade. I've had short spins on them too. They are in some ways like a huge scooter, but in the best way. The ease of life on a Pan is unbelievable. The only thing easier is a car! She's a Sophisticated Lady all the way, but not at all snobby. Super friendly bike, but also super powerful and reassuring. I had a Honda Super Blackbird for 10 years, and though different in a million ways, that same Honda precision and brilliance made me love it. I just sold it last year because I'm done with the sport riding position. But it was amazing bike. 100mph and it felt screwed-into the pavement. I was going to get the ST next. But I made a bit of a mistep six years ago and bought as my second bike the original Japanese sport tourer, the Kawasaki GTR1000. Over here called the ZG1000 Concours. I got one super cheap and thought it would be a good intro to proper sport touring, but I've paid a price for my frugality. It has retro charm and an endearing crudeness by the bucket, and a ton of raw capability with bags huge fairing etc just like the ST, but my particular one has had fueling gremlins that I've spent a lot to fix to no avail and the valves and rockers are on their last legs. 99% of the time, it rides great...but those 1% freeway cut-outs are no fun! And I live in a place where freeways are virtually unavoidable to get to the fun roads. So, it will "Hello, ST" time soon I'm sure.
They are incredible bikes. I miss mine already TBH but feel like I have a ton of space in the garage now. Thats the only down side with the ST is they are big and quite heavy (but not as bad as a lot of people make out). But good luck picking one up, they are getting quite cheap now :)
They are a solid bike. Mine’s still going strong from new. The problem with them is once you have one it’s hard to justify another bike. They just do everything you need!! And they keep going in true Honda fashion. Very well engineered but can be a bit of a pain to work on (but most bikes are in some way a PITA to work on!).
Thanks for the sub! I really dont want to sell it to be honest. I know I will end up buying another one 5-10 years down the line. Will be very sad to see it go 😪
Bugger - just bought one four days ago otherwise would have bought yours! Loving it so far - thanks for a comprehensive review. 👍👍 very watchable. Sub’d. Europe next year! Aside from usual service, what “pre-emptive” maintenance would you recommend ? Cheers!
Thanks for the kind comment. I thought its going to be very boring as its just as much info for the next owner. Glad you picked one up, they are incredible bikes! As long as the engine oil, filter and final drive oil is done, they will just eat the miles. However, one overlooked part is the rear shock preload adjuster. If your planning to bring a lot of baggage or pillion, make sure the shock preload adjuster is serviced/working. If you fully wind it out (anticlockwise), then start slowly adding preload with clockwise turns. You should feel pressure/resistance after about 2-3 clicks. If it takes ages to feel any turning resistance, it means the oil in the preload adjust is gone. Its easy to service yourself but just be careful to not overtighten the banjo bolt. Also, check brakes for any drag. Finally make sure your drain plug is clear at the top of the petrol tank. spray some WD40 in there every few months to keep it from corrosion. Thats some easily missed bits anyway!
@@potatobik3r728 Oil, oil filter, final drive oil, spark plugs and air filter and liquids topped off. Get proper lubes done when tires get changed too (wheels have to come off).
Thanks! I got one of the steel handlebar cross bars from Amazon and mounted it using a pair of T-Bolt hose clamps (35-40mm) . Gives you a full accessory bar without having to pay through the teeth for an expensive aftermarket Pan-specific mount. Was proper solid and highly reccomend getting this cross bar!
I just attached a crossbar to the handlebars and use a standar phone holder with my phone running Google Maps. I do have a standalone satnav for any euro trip/tours as a backup. Hope that helps!
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This motorcycle is the most reviewed on TH-cam. So many fans.
This was very good, now I want one. Always nice to see someone else's POV of a familiar route. Good job!
Thanks! Is a nice inner city route. Just wanted a nice mix of roads. Are you from London yourself?
Had my 2007 model for 8 months now. An absolute dream. I love it (and that's after 40 years of riding). Wish I'd got one years ago. Thanks for the review.
Such a quality machine. Thanks!
Ride a Gold Wing right now. Got away from Harleys because the climate in Florida is too hot IMHO to not have a liquid cooled engine. I love Honda & would like to buy an ST1300 but I keep hearing about HEAT issues. It’s fine in winter but I prefer to ride on warm days. Do you ride when it’s in the 80s or warmer & if so do you have any problems with engine heat? Thanks for any help that you can offer.
@@r.williamcomm7693 Would love a Goldwing! They are super expensive and would take up all my garage space so will probably have to wait a few years. But will definately have one some day!
Thinking seriously about jumping from Harley to the st, I just need to ride one first just to make sure of the riding position
@@dags6439 I had a metric cruiser 1500cc before my ST1300 and I will say the ST ergos are really good. I was surprised thinking it would be more uncomfortable but actually it’s better on your back!! I think they got the seat and handlebar positions correct whereas cruisers you are straighter arm’d.
Had one for 17 months here in the "States" and racked up 17 states. Quite a remarkable Bike.
Ah this would be the perfect bike for the huge distances across the pond :) Must have been a great adventure! Would love to do some touring over there.
@@potatobik3r728 There is STill many rides here I hope to do someday. I drove a car in the UK once, and folks honked at me a few times, ha.
@@EverettBaland Haha yeah the drivers over here can be a bit ruthless. Think I would cause a bit of chaos if I was driving it the US :)
@@potatobik3r728 Well you might fit right in. Many motorists here are unsupervised humans.
I’ve done multi thousand mile trips on mine. California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah as a loop and then up to Canada and back along the West coast. This bike is a mile muncher and is perfect for distance work!
it has the same engine whistle has my scania truck, and their the best truck in the world.
It always reminded me of a coach/bus engine lol. Such a great powerplant. Still love the whine to it although I know some didnt like it.
Great video. I'm thinking of getting the 1100 but this video says it all (pretty sure the 1100 is very similar, maybe more comfortable ;) Thank you.
Thanks! For me, the 1100 is getting quite old. I would try to pick up a well maintained 1300 from as new year as possible. They do start getting expensive but you can find the dirt cheap sometimes. Good luck!
I have just got a st 1100 some prefer it to st 1300 looks more modern but I don't think massive difference there video where guy compares both .
Omg am 6.1 and 116 kg and parked my st 1100 on down slope by sand so chouldint go forward or u turn omg it was heavy to move .I wonder if it's a better than gw apart from amazing seat they have for pillon .cause there even heavier.i still haven't got my gl 1200 going but have to say I be nervous first ride more around town .
@@patrickmalone9380 Yeah Ive heard its still an incredible bike :)
@@patrickmalone9380 I only made that mistake once lol. The 1300 with a full tank is so heavy. I had to turn it around on a narrow dirt path as well which was fun. Amazingly didnt drop the thing!
I think you and me totally agree in our video's 😉
Thanks Chief! Great minds think alike haha. I will check out your vids :)
Nice review tbf, 👌 have you a link for the Sat nav bar you mentioned?
Hi, if you search 'motorcycle crossbar' you will find many different ones. The exact one I got is no longer available but all the ones on there are the same basically. Just make sure it has the length adjusters.
Nice review. I think I'm going to finally get one of these after ogling them for a decade. I've had short spins on them too. They are in some ways like a huge scooter, but in the best way. The ease of life on a Pan is unbelievable. The only thing easier is a car! She's a Sophisticated Lady all the way, but not at all snobby. Super friendly bike, but also super powerful and reassuring. I had a Honda Super Blackbird for 10 years, and though different in a million ways, that same Honda precision and brilliance made me love it. I just sold it last year because I'm done with the sport riding position. But it was amazing bike. 100mph and it felt screwed-into the pavement. I was going to get the ST next. But I made a bit of a mistep six years ago and bought as my second bike the original Japanese sport tourer, the Kawasaki GTR1000. Over here called the ZG1000 Concours. I got one super cheap and thought it would be a good intro to proper sport touring, but I've paid a price for my frugality. It has retro charm and an endearing crudeness by the bucket, and a ton of raw capability with bags huge fairing etc just like the ST, but my particular one has had fueling gremlins that I've spent a lot to fix to no avail and the valves and rockers are on their last legs. 99% of the time, it rides great...but those 1% freeway cut-outs are no fun! And I live in a place where freeways are virtually unavoidable to get to the fun roads. So, it will "Hello, ST" time soon I'm sure.
They are incredible bikes. I miss mine already TBH but feel like I have a ton of space in the garage now. Thats the only down side with the ST is they are big and quite heavy (but not as bad as a lot of people make out). But good luck picking one up, they are getting quite cheap now :)
They are a solid bike. Mine’s still going strong from new. The problem with them is once you have one it’s hard to justify another bike. They just do everything you need!! And they keep going in true Honda fashion. Very well engineered but can be a bit of a pain to work on (but most bikes are in some way a PITA to work on!).
@@GodzillaGoesGaga Yeah, just got one. I can see what you mean. Should have bought this years ago. 2004 ABS model in dark blue. Bike rocks.
@@stevemitchellhomes8249 Awesome. Have fun woth your new toy! 😁
Love my 2004 ST1300, just Subbed. DON'T sell it!... LOL
Thanks for the sub! I really dont want to sell it to be honest. I know I will end up buying another one 5-10 years down the line. Will be very sad to see it go 😪
@@potatobik3r728 They won’t be available i. 5-10 years time!! Be warned.
Bugger - just bought one four days ago otherwise would have bought yours! Loving it so far - thanks for a comprehensive review. 👍👍 very watchable. Sub’d.
Europe next year! Aside from usual service, what “pre-emptive” maintenance would you recommend ? Cheers!
Thanks for the kind comment. I thought its going to be very boring as its just as much info for the next owner. Glad you picked one up, they are incredible bikes! As long as the engine oil, filter and final drive oil is done, they will just eat the miles. However, one overlooked part is the rear shock preload adjuster. If your planning to bring a lot of baggage or pillion, make sure the shock preload adjuster is serviced/working. If you fully wind it out (anticlockwise), then start slowly adding preload with clockwise turns. You should feel pressure/resistance after about 2-3 clicks. If it takes ages to feel any turning resistance, it means the oil in the preload adjust is gone. Its easy to service yourself but just be careful to not overtighten the banjo bolt. Also, check brakes for any drag. Finally make sure your drain plug is clear at the top of the petrol tank. spray some WD40 in there every few months to keep it from corrosion. Thats some easily missed bits anyway!
Thank you!! Will look out for those! 👍
@@potatobik3r728 Oil, oil filter, final drive oil, spark plugs and air filter and liquids topped off. Get proper lubes done when tires get changed too (wheels have to come off).
Nice Video! How did you fix the navi???
Thanks! I got one of the steel handlebar cross bars from Amazon and mounted it using a pair of T-Bolt hose clamps (35-40mm) . Gives you a full accessory bar without having to pay through the teeth for an expensive aftermarket Pan-specific mount. Was proper solid and highly reccomend getting this cross bar!
I have two great bike love it
You must have a big garage! Was a big ole bike so having two must be a handful :)
Hi . Whats the price on the bike please
Hi. Sorry the bike has now sold and has gone to its new owner :(
If you look around yo can get them quite cheaply.
An ST1300 with 30k miles is just broken in! Bear that in mind when selling it!
I think you’ll really regret selling it. It’s a toy that you should keep forever!
Yeah even 100K miles for one of them is easily achievable. Shes already gone now :(
I’m looking at a 2005 with 41k, it will be my first st, been riding Harley’s for 30 years
@@dags6439 I’d suggest you go and join ST-Owners group. Lot’s of good Q&A there with a lot of expertise (seriously good people and knowledge).
What kind of navigation on your bike ?
I just attached a crossbar to the handlebars and use a standar phone holder with my phone running Google Maps. I do have a standalone satnav for any euro trip/tours as a backup. Hope that helps!