Honda VT125C Shadow (1999 - 2009) review

Taken with tongue firmly in cheek, the Shadow could be a fun way into the whole cruiser thang
For a little bike, the Honda Shadow 125 looks the part
It sounds ridiculous, frankly, sewing machines are more manly

If you’re a junior baddass looking at your first foray into the world of custom cool, this could be you. But don’t expect to be able to take yourself seriouslyIf you’re a junior baddass looking at your first foray into the world of custom cool, this could be you. But don’t expect to be able to take yourself seriously

Length (mm)2300
Width (mm)890
Height (mm)1110
Dryweight (kg)146
Seats0
Seat Height (mm)680
Tank Capacity (litres)14.5
Wheelbase (mm)1530
Ground Clearance (mm)145
Trail (mm)122

Cubic Capacity (cc)125
Max Power (bhp)15
Max Power Peak (rpm)11000
Torque (ft/lb)8
Torque Peak (rpm)8500
Bore (mm)42
Stroke (mm)45
Valve GearSOHC
Compression Ratio11.8
IgnitionDual digital transistorised with electronic advanc
CoolingLiquid cooled
Fuel Delivery22mm VP-type carburettor x 2
Stroke TypeFour Stroke
DriveChain