Honda ST1100

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Honda ST1100

Manufacturer	Honda
Also called	Pan-European
Production	1990–2002
Successor	Honda ST1300
Types of motorcycle	Sport-touring
Engine	1085 cc Longitudinal engine V4 4xCV Carburetor w 34.5 mm throttle bore DOHC 4 valves per cylinder 73 mm x 64.8 mm bore/stroke Compression ratio 10.0:1 Electric start
Power (physics)	Convert/hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque	Convert/lbft @ 6,000 rpm
Transmission (mechanics)	5 speed, Driveshaft Traction control optional
Suspension	Telescopic 43 mm (1996-2003 ABS model) 41 mm (1990-1995 ABS and all non-ABS models) front, 150 mm travel; adjustable rear shock, 120 mm travel 18 in front tire, 17 in rear
Brakes	Linked; dual 3-piston hydraulic disk front; 3-piston hydraulic disk rear Antilock brakes optional
Wheelbase	1554 mm (61.2 in)
Dimensions	Length 2285 mm (90 in) Width 935 mm (36.8 in) Height 1405 mm (55.3 in)
Seat height	800 mm (31.5 in)
Weight	Standard 288 kg (635 lb) ABS 298 kg (657 lb) (Dry weight (motorcycle)), Standard 317 kg (699 lb) ABS 327 kg (721 lb) (Wet weight (motorcycle))
Fuel capacity	7.4 US gallon / 28 l

The Honda ST1100, also known as the Pan-European, is a Sport touring motorcycle that was manufactured by Honda until 2002.

History

ST1100 sport-tourer, left, versus larger GL1800 touring bike, right.

The ST1100 (ST from Sport Touring, 1100 from the engine capacity) began its production in 1990 and ended in 2002, although the police variant, the ST1100P, is still available as of 2007.^[1] A revamped model, the ST1300 which is also called the Pan-European, was launched in 2002 worldwide and was available in the US in 2003.

Specifications

• Engine
  • Displacement: 1084 cc
  • Type: liquid-cooled 90-degree V-4
  • Bore and Stroke 73 mm x 64.8 mm
  • Compression Ratio 10.0:1
  • Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinder
  • Carburetion: Four 34.5 mm downdraft CV
  • Ignition: Solid-state digital
  • Power Output: ~100 hp (74.6 kw) @ 7,500 rpm
  • Torque: 111 Nm (81.9 ft.lb) @ 6,000 rpm
• Drive Train
  • Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh
  • Clutch: Hydraulicly actuated, multi-plate, wet clutch
  • Final Drive: Enclosed drive shaft/hypoid gears
  • Primary reduction 1.829
  • Gear ratio, 1st 2.266
  • 2nd 1.500
  • 3rd 1.142
  • 4th 0.916
  • 5th 0.758
  • Final reduction 2.833
• Dimensions
  • Overall length 2,285 mm (89.9 inch)
  • Overall width 935 mm (36.8 inch)
  • Overall height 1,405 mm (55.3 inch)
  • Wheelbase 1,555 mm (61.2 inch)
  • Ground clearance 145 mm (5.7 inch)
  • Rake and Trail: 27.3ｰ, 4.0 inch
  • Seat height: 31.5 inch
• Fuel capacity: 7.4 gallon (28 l)
• Dry/Wet Weight: 635 lb / 660 lb
• Front Tire: 120/802R-18; 110/80V-18
• Rear Tire: 160/70ZR-17; 160/70V-17

Features

The ST1100 was optimized for long-distance touring with the following features:

• Low maintenance Driveshaft
• A unique Longitudinal engine V4 engine layout
• Optional Antilock brakes (ABS) and Traction control (TCS). 1996 and later Models equipped with ABS also have front-rear linked brakes (LBS). ABS model years from 1992 through 1995 have traditional separate front and rear braking systems.
• 7.4 US gallon (28 l) Fuel tank, one of the largest ever supplied for a motorcycle, giving it a range in excess of 300 miles (480 km)
• 40 amp, air-cooled Alternator to power multiple accessories such as auxiliary Lighting and electrically heated Clothing (Early models had a problematic 28 amp alternator which can be upgraded to the 40 amp version)

Recalls and Common Problems

Corroded swingarm on a 1994 ST1100

Models manufactured from 1991 through 1995 were equipped with a 28 amp, oil-cooled alternator and a separate voltage regulator/rectifier. These earlier charging systems require more maintenance than the later versions in the form of making sure all connections are clean and tight. Even with proper maintenance, they are prone to failure given enough time and miles. If desired, the later model alternators can be used as an upgrade.

Models manufactured from 1992 to 1993 were issued a recall due to issues with the bank angle sensor which may have caused the engine to shut off unexpectedly. ^[2]

Corrosion on the swingarm, seizing brake calipers and poor paint quality are issues which affects the older bikes particularly. ^[3]

See also

• Honda ST series

References

External links

• Honda at the Open Directory Project
• Manual, part numbers, guides, links, ...
• Adding aftermarket cruise control to the ST1100
• Mike Martin's ST Page

Reviews

• 1998 Sport Tourers 1998 shootout, Motorcycle Online
• Lightweight Tourers Comparison / Smiles Through the Miles 1996 shootout, Motorcycle Online
• ST1100 vs Concours
• ST1100 vs Concours vs R1100RT