St pan European 1300

[Paulpan]

Just wondering has anyone an opinion on the honda st pan European 1300, apart from saying there mile munchers, cheers.

I have a 05 1300cc pan, seriously comfortable machine.

I had only 1 issue in 2 yrs, the clutch slave cylinder had to be replaced, all in all they are so comfortable, you'd almost fall asleep riding one.....

Edited November 13, 2020 by Paulpan

[husoi]

I have a 08 one, superb machine.

did near 5k miles last year in 1 days, You will need to invest in improving the seats but it will depend how do you find them and how far you will be travelling.

Not really a commuter bike, its 300kg will not go unnoticed while ridding in traffic.

Very stable as soon you start going.

I would advise to get some TMPS system for the longer trips.

Shaft transmission makes it "chain nightmare" free

The side panniers will accommodate the helmets so you don't need to carry them around if you go for a walk.

I've installed a lock on the second container box so I have more safe storage. You will love the electrical screen but be aware that you will get addicted to it and won't get another bike without one

[Stu]

Not heard any complaints about them whatsoever

[Bender]

I have a 08 one, superb machine.

did near 5k miles last year in 1 days, You will need to invest in improving the seats but it will depend how do you find them and how far you will be travelling.

Not really a commuter bike, its 300kg will not go unnoticed while ridding in traffic.

Very stable as soon you start going.

I would advise to get some TMPS system for the longer trips.

Shaft transmission makes it "chain nightmare" free

The side panniers will accommodate the helmets so you don't need to carry them around if you go for a walk.

I've installed a lock on the second container box so I have more safe storage. You will love the electrical screen but be aware that you will get addicted to it and won't get another bike without one

 

what's that average at 200mph

[husoi]

LOL

obviously I meant 15 days

[OldEssexMan]

Bought my first 1300 in 2005 with 40k on the clock. Ran that until 2009 and sold it with 140k showing. At that point I bought a brand new one and did 180k on that until 2017. I would have another like a shot if they, or an updated version, were still being made.

Bad Points: They do get hot! Can be a bit of a cooker in hot weather but they keep your legs warm when it's chilly! They are heavy but that's only a problem if it falls over, can be a two-person job to pick up unless you're a big lad.

Good Points: Shaft drive, no maintenence needed over the 280,000 miles except changing the final-drive oil at the prescribed intervals. Comfortable, despite what others say I rode with the standard seat no bother. Reliable. Only once let down on the road in 12 years when the alternator failed on my second Pan at 90,000 miles. Good tank range, 250 miles easy. Best bike I have ever ridden.