Honda Motorcycle VT1300CS Sabre License Plate Bulb Size

The Honda Motorcycle VT1300CS Sabre license plate light requires a 168 bulb size for proper installation and function. Data for 168 bulbs covers the span from 2010 through 2014.

The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.

Bulb Size by Year Range

Years	Bulb Size
2010-2014	168

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 4.9W.	168

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Additional Notes

The Honda Motorcycle VT1300CS Sabre uses the 168 bulb for the license plate position across all listed model years, spanning 2010-2014.
The 168 is an ANSI-standardized bulb type recognized across the United States and Canada, meaning it follows a defined set of electrical and physical specifications rather than being a proprietary part.
It belongs to the T10 wedge family, a miniature wedge form factor that uses a wedge-shaped base in place of a traditional metal contact pin, relying on the glass envelope itself to make electrical contact within the socket.
The bulb operates at 12 volts, which is consistent with standard 12V motorcycle electrical systems.
Its rated wattage of 4.9W places it in the low-power range typical of auxiliary and indicator lighting positions such as license plate illumination.
The T10 wedge base is a widely used form factor, and the 168 designation is one of several ANSI-coded variants within that family. Substituting a different T10-coded bulb without confirming matching voltage and wattage ratings carries a risk of incompatibility with the socket or vehicle circuit.