Hot couture or ready to show off ?

Bold and unexpected, the Honda VT1300CX (Fury) could well see its chrome sparkle in a category dominated by US production … To judge its capabilities, we measured it against a rival: the Saxon Firestorm ! Duel.

Saxon Firestorm tech. Sheet

(Manufacturer data)
Engine
Type	"S&S 96" V-twin, 4-stroke, air-cooled
Displacement	1566 cc
Bore x stroke	92.1 × 117.5 mm
Compression ratio	10.1: 1
Food	Mikuni HSR 42 Carburetor
Max power	About 90 hp
Start-up	Electric
Electrical system
Ignition	Electronic
Recharge capacity	32 A
Accumulator	270 A
Transmission
Clutch	Multi-disc in oil bath
Gearbox	6 reports
Transmitted ° primary	By chain
Transmitted secondary °	By belt
Cycle part
Frame	Double tube cradle
Front suspension	Telescopic fork ø 41 mm
Suspension Ar	Concealed shock absorber
Front brake	Single Brembo disc with 4 piston caliper
Ar brake	Single Brembo disc with 2 piston caliper
Front tire	90/90 – 21 M / C
Tire Ar	260 – 18 M / C
Dimensions, weight, capacities
Length	2,640 mm
Wheelbase	1,980 mm
Saddle height	660 mm
Weight in running order	291 kg
Fuel tank	18.9 liters
Commercial information
Availability	Immediate ()
Colors	Black (basic)
Price	€ 30,650 Test model (Pearl White paint, Graphic level 3, aluminum rims): € 34,500
Guarantee	2 years

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