ST1100

Honda is a Japanese automobile and motorcycle manufacturing company. Honda gained popularity through it’s motorcycles and scooters in the 1960s. A reputation for reliability and fuel efficiency has kept Honda a popular brand. The Honda ST1100 was created to fill the niche between the larger Gold Wing touring motorcycle and the performance-oriented VFR750 touring cruiser. A Honda ST1100 service manual provides the specifications owners require to properly maintain these popular touring bikes.

The Honda ST1100 was born out of the instantly classic and successful Gold Wing design. Rather than utilizing the flat four engine configuration of the massive Gold Wing, the ST1100 was powered by an inline four cylinder. Honda ST1100 motorcycles first went on sale in 1990.

The Honda ST1100 is a pure touring bike. Featuring a full fairing and numerous creature comforts, the massive fuel capacity and comfortable ride ensure that owners can keep cruising all day and long into the night. Unique features to the ST1100 such as the 40-amp alternator and built-in wiring for heated riding suits show the intent of the ST1100.

The ST1100 is such a good long-distance touring cruiser, police departments began using them. A special edition police model was available in the United States. Honda relocated the fuel tank to a position below the saddle to lower weight and provide better stability at all speeds. The narrow engine configuration provided an aerodynamic appearance while allowing maximum rider comfort.

The ST1100 weighs in excess of 700 pounds with a full tank of fuel, so braking efficiency was a focus of Honda designers building the bike. Brakes featured anti-lock braking, traction control, and a linked brake control that actuated both front and rear brakes simultaneously. Combined with the low-slung engine and shaft drive propulsion, the ST1100 was controllable at high and low speeds.

Many models of the ST1100 are popular today, with police versions being highly desirable to collectors. A Honda ST1100 owners manual provides the step-by-step instructions necessary to properly service and repair the ST1100. Aftermarket parts are easily available to customize the bike using these manuals.