What category is the 2021 Honda Shadow Aero?

General information
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Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Honda Shadow Aero
Year	2021

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Emission details	Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Greenhouse gases	97.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l or 56.00 mpg)
Transmission type	Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Fuel control	Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Fuel system	Injection. PGM-FI with automatic enrichment circuit, 34mm throttle body
Valves per Cylinder	3
Bore x Stroke	79.0 x 76.0 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches)
Compression	9.6:1
Engine details	52 degrees V-twin
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Wheels	Wire spoked
Rear brakes	Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter	296 mm (11.7 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear tire	160/80-15
Front tire	120/90-17
Rear wheel travel	89 mm (3.5 inches)
Rear Suspension	Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Front wheel travel	117 mm (4.6 inches)
Front Suspension	41mm fork
Trail	161 mm (6.3 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	34.0°
Physical measures and capacities
Reserve fuel capacity	3.41 litres (0.90 US gallons)
Fuel capacity	14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1638 mm (64.5 inches)
Seat height	658 mm (25.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	254.0 kg (560.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Model id: VT750C.
Factory warranty	One year. Unlimited milage. Transferable.
Starter	Electric
Color options	Black, Pearl Stallion Brown

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

6.5s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track5%

City60%

Cornering35%

Daily Riding65%

Touring55%

Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best For	Suited to beginner and intermediate riders thanks to its low seat height, mild power delivery, and predictable handling.
Purpose	Built for relaxed cruising and classic cruiser styling rather than outright speed or sport performance.
Rider Fit	The low 650mm seat height and manageable weight make it accessible to shorter riders, though its 254kg mass demands care at low speeds and when maneuvering.
Character	A laid-back, shaft-driven V-twin cruiser that prioritizes smooth torque, easy ergonomics, and timeless custom aesthetics over aggression.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, high-speed thrills, or any off-road capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 658mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2021 Honda Shadow Aero, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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