Honda Shadow VT1100C3 Aero: specs and comparison
Honda Shadow VT1100C3 Aero (Cruiser, 1998-2002): 1099 cc engine, 43 kW / 58 bhp, 301 kg, seat height 725 mm. Licence: Full A only.
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Honda Shadow VT1100C3 Aero1998-2002 · 1099 cc · 43 kW
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Specs
Generation 1998-2002
| Years | 1998-2002 |
|---|---|
| Type | Cruiser |
| Licence | Full A only |
| Engine | 1099 cc, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 43 kW / 58 bhp |
| Weight | 301 kg (wet or dry not stated) |
| Seat height | 725 mm |
| Max load | no data |
| ABS | no ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | shaft, manual |
| Tank | 16 l |
| Fuel use | 50 mpg (5.7 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 150 miles |
| Used price (estimate) | £4,900 - £6,000 |
Why it's worth it
- Proven, reliable engine
- Smooth, predictable power
- Low seat: up to 780 mm
Watch out
- Brakes are only average
- Heavy: 230 kg or more
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Corrosion: frame, exhaust, fasteners
- Tyres: date code (DOT) and tread
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Questions
Is the Honda Shadow VT1100C3 Aero A2-legal?
We can't confirm it: 43 kW is within the 70 kW limit, but we know of no approved 35 kW restrictor kit for this bike. Ask a dealer before you buy.
What is the seat height of the Honda Shadow VT1100C3 Aero?
725 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inside leg.
How much does the Honda Shadow VT1100C3 Aero weigh?
301 kg (wet or dry not stated).
What is the fuel use and range of the Honda Shadow VT1100C3 Aero?
About 50 mpg (5.7 l/100 km); with the 16 l tank that is roughly 150 miles (240 km) before the fuel light comes on.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.