HONDA VTX1800T Tourer (2007-2008) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2008, the motorcycle maker released the Honda VTX1800T, a touring-oriented motorcycle part of the VTX series, equipped right from the factory with touring amenities for long-distance journeys.

For 2008, the touring machine featured a low seat adorned with chrome-plated steel studs for a more distinctive appearance and came in three liveries, Black, Black with Candy Black Cherry, and Black with Metallic Blue.

In addition to the paint job, the 2008 Honda VTX1800T Tourer came fitted with 24-liter saddlebags, a medium-sized windscreen for better wind and weather protection, and a passenger backrest for a more comfortable riding style.

In the suspension department, the VTX1800T used the same suspension system as its siblings, with the front wheel cushioned by a 45 mm inverted telescopic fork and the rear wheel handled by five-way spring preload-adjustable dual shock absorbers.

Two 296 mm discs working together with three-piston calipers on the front end achieved the stopping power. The rear end was handled by a larger 316 mm disc engaged by a dual-piston caliper.

Also, the 1,795cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine was shared throughout the VTX1800 series, delivering the same power of 107 poneys at 5,000 rpm followed by 163 Nm (120 lb-ft) of torque at low 3,000 rpm as its siblings.

In addition, the model featured a chrome hooded-headlight housing with a computer-designed multi-reflector and a tank-mounted chromed nacelle housing the instrument cluster and the fuel cap.