2009 Honda VT750C Shadow
Introduction
Timeless cruiser style accentuated by classic curves,
a long-and-low riding position, the satisfying shimmer
of polished chrome, a relaxing reach to the bars,
an easy riding countenance and images of big sky and
a two-lane highway stretching to the horizon. With
its rumbling V-twin engine and fulsome design, the
VT750C Shadow exudes an easygoing sense of unhurried
riding enjoyment with a focus on the basics that go
right to the heart of the riding experience. As easy
to ride as it is easy to settle into its low, deep
saddle, the Shadow’s classic styling, strong,
dependable acceleration and always comfortable ride
give you an exhilarating way to answer the call of
the open road.
Key Features
- Classic styling with deeply valanced mudguards
and abundant chrome exudes a timeless sense of riding
enjoyment
- Fuel-injected, liquid-cooled V-twin engine pumps
out exhilarating pulses of power with smooth, dependable
performance
- HECS3 oxygen-sensing catalytic exhaust gas converter
system minimises harmful exhaust emissions to ensure
full EURO-3 compliance
- Gorgeous chrome-plated dual staggered shotgun
exhausts
- Maintenance free shaft drive
- Attractive 17" front and 15" rear spoked
wheels mount wide-body tyres
- Wide, plush solo saddle provides a comfortable
ride and an easy reach to the ground
- Speedometer and indicators attractively integrated
into chrome-plate instrument pod atop fuel tank
- New Pearl Spencer Blue with Digital Silver Metallic
colour variation
Colours
- Pearl Spencer Blue (with Digital Silver Metallic)
- Graphite Black
Various accessories including:
- Luggage
- Anti-Theft
- Decoration
- Protection
- Maintenance
Availability & Model Changes For 2009
- Availability: Now
- Changes for 2009: New colour
Technical Specification
Engine
- Type - Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 6-valve SOHC 52°
V-twin
- Displacement - 745cm3
- Bore x Stroke - 79 x 76mm
- Compression Ratio - 9.6 : 1
- Max. Power Output - 33.5kW/5,500min-1 (95/1/EC)
- Max. Torque - 64Nm/3,500min-1 (95/1/EC)
- Idling Speed - 1,200min-1
- Oil Capacity - 3.2 litres
Fuel System
- Carburetion - PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
with automatic choke
- Throttle Bore - 34mm
- Aircleaner - Viscous, cartridge-type mesh net
filter
- Fuel Tank Capacity - 14.6 litres (including 3.5-litre
reserve)
Electrical System
- Ignition System - Fully transistorised electronic
- Ignition Timing - 13° BTDC (idle) ~ 24°
BTDC (5,500min-1)
- Sparkplug Type - DPR7EA-9 (NGK); X22EPR-U9 (ND)
- Starter - Electric
- Battery Capacity - 12V/14AH
- ACG Output - 399W
- Headlight - 12V 55W x 1 (low) / 60W x 1 (high)
Drivetrain
- Clutch - Wet, multiplate with coil springs
- Clutch Operation - Mechanical; cable-actuated
- Transmission Type - 5-speed
- Primary Reduction - 1.763 (67/38)
- Gear Ratios - 1; 2.400 (36/15), 2; 1.550 (31/20),
3; 1.174 (27/23), 4; 0.960 (24/25), 5; 0.852 (23/27)
- Final Reduction - 3.091 (34/17)
- Final Drive - Enclosed shaft
Frame
- Type - Double-cradle; steel tube
Chassis
- Dimensions (LxWxH) - 2,510 x 920 x 1,125mm
- Wheelbase - 1,640mm
- Caster Angle - 34°
- Trail - 160.9mm
- Turning Radius - 3.2m
- Seat Height - 658mm
- Ground Clearance - 130.8mm
- Kerb Weight - 256.3kg (F: 117.6kg; R: 138.7kg)
- Maximum Carrying Capacity - 180kg
- Loaded Weight - 406.3kg (F: 140.5kg; R: 265.8kg)
Suspension
- Front - 41mm telescopic fork, 116mm axle travel
- Rear - Dual conventional dampers with 5-step
adjustable spring preload, 90mm axle travel
Wheels
- Type - Front; Steel rim/wire spoke
- Rear; Steel rim/wire spoke
- Rim Size - Front; 17M/C ? MT3.00
- Rear; 15M/C x MT3.50
- Tyre Size - Front; 120/90–17M/C 64S
- Rear; 160/80–15M/C 74S
- Tyre Pressure - Front; 200kPa
- Rear; 200kPa (with passenger: 250kPa)
Brakes
- Front - 296 x 6mm hydraulic disc with dual-piston
caliper and sintered metal pads
- Rear - 180mm leading/trailing drum
All specifications are provisional and subject to
change without notice.
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