Segment: Custom/Cruiser
Production years: 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
Thanks to its liquid cooled, four stroke, 52 degree, V twin, 491cc engine, the VT 500 C Shadow is able to develop 47.5 horsepower at 9000 rpm and a torque of 42 Nm at 7000 rpm.
HONDA VT 500 C Shadow 1983-1987
HONDA VT 500 C Shadow 491
| engine specs | Type: | Liquid cooled, four stroke, 52°V-twin, SOHC, 3 valves per cylinder | Displacement: | 491 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.7x2.4 in OR 69 mm | Compression Ratio: | 10.5:1 | Horsepower: | 47.5/9000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 31/7000 lb-ft/RPM OR 42/7000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 2x32mm Keihin Carburetors |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6 Speed | Clutch: | - | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Shaft |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | - | Front Suspension: | Air assisted telescopic forks | Rear Suspension: | Pivoted fork dual adjustable shocks | Front Brake: | Single disc 2 piston caliper | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | - | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 396 lbs OR 180 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 3.3 gallons OR 12.5 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 100/90-18 | Rear: | 130/90-16 |
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