HONDA VT1100T Shadow ACE Tourer (2000-2001) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1985, Honda released into the world a line of cruiser-type machines part of the Shadow line that continued production until 2007 without any significant changes. All models were powered by a 1099cc V-twin engine with minimal mechanical changes during its production time.

Over the years, in 2001, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda VT1100T Shadow ACE Tourer, a cruiser-type motorcycle comfortable and reliable and ideal for long-distance touring with its touring equipment.

The bike’s engine offered smooth performance for all-day rides with fewer vibrations due to the rubber-mounted engine topped by great ergonomics with its large handlebar-mounted windscreen for enhanced weather protection.

In addition, the bike came equipped with standard features, such as a two-piece dual seat with a backrest for both passenger and rider, a large windscreen, a chromed exhaust system, large side cases, and 11-spoke cast aluminum wheels.

For suspension, the bike featured a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front with 150 mm of travel and five-way spring preload-adjustable dual shock absorbers on the rear with 95 mm of wheel travel for optimum suspension performance and handling.

In the braking department, the bike packed a single 316 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 276 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel for optimum stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2001 Honda VT1100T Shadow ACE Tourer had its soul brought to life by a 1099cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 67 hp at 5,500 rpm and 91 Nm (67 lb-ft) of torque at 2,700 rpm.