AI Damage2004 Honda ST1300: common problems
Owners of the 2004 Honda ST1300 filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes and electrical system. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 9
What fails most often
- 1 Service brakes 44% of all complaints
- 2 Electrical system 22% of all complaints
- 3 Powertrain 11% of all complaints
- 4 Steering 11% of all complaints
- 5 Suspension 11% of all complaints
- 6 Tires 11% of all complaints
- Service brakes: 4 complaints (44% of all).
- Electrical system: 2 complaints (22% of all).
- Powertrain: 1 complaints (11% of all).
- Steering: 1 complaints (11% of all).
- Suspension: 1 complaints (11% of all).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda st1300 motorcycle. While inspecting the vehicle, the fluid levels in the brake fluid reservoir were low. There was no evidence of a fluid leak.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda st1300 mototrcycle. The contact stated that while replacing the tires, he noticed that the rear wheel bearing was very rough. The contact expressed concern over the possible seizing of the rear wheel.
Dunlop roadsmart sportmax 120/70/zr18 front tire on my motorcycle. Developed a 1" x 2" x 12" blister along the center line of the tire. Only 7,000 miles on the tire, still plenty of tread life left. Luckily found it when going slowly on the coast.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda st 1300 motorcycle. While driving 60 mph and attempting to brake the brake system locked without warning. The motorcycle went into a tail spin. However, the driver was able to maintain control and stop the motorcycle. The failure and current mileage were 11500. There were no injuries.
Honda dealer in columbia south carolina said they fixed brakes, but the brakes failed again.
Dt: contact states while driving the motorcycle it does not shift properly. Contact feels this poses a safety hazard while in traffic. Vehicle has not been to a service dealer but there is an appointment scheduled.
A recall for a wiring defect was issued, however, consumer attempted on several occasions to setup an appointment, and the dealer stated the part was not available.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 11,366 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 31% most complained about).
On average one model year of the ST1300 has 5 complaints (7 years in the data). This year has 9, above average.
What to check before buying
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Honda ST1300?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: service brakes, electrical system, powertrain. Total complaints: 9. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: brake failure (11%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2004 Honda ST1300?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2004 Honda ST1300 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2004 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.