Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero - 1999 Specifications and Reviews

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General information

CategoryCustom / cruiser
ModelHonda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero
Year1999
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Valves per cylinder3
Top speed160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Torque84.00 Nm (8.6 kgf-m or 62.0 ft.lbs) @ 2500
Power52.00
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:1099.00 ccm (67.06 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesSingle disc
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height725 mm (28.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.1837 HP/kg
Dry weight283.0 kg (623.9 pounds)

Other specs

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StarterElectric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

5.8s
0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track15%
City50%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding60%
Touring65%
Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis bike suits riders with at least some experience handling a heavy, low-slung cruiser, as its weight and long wheelbase demand confident low-speed control.
PurposeIt's built for relaxed boulevard cruising and weekend rides where style and torquey V-twin character matter more than outright speed.
Rider FitThe low seat height and forward-set footpegs make it accessible for shorter riders, though the substantial dry weight requires some strength when maneuvering at a standstill.
CharacterIt has the classic laid-back cruiser personality, delivering smooth low-end torque, a deep V-twin exhaust note, and unhurried, stable handling rather than sharp performance.
Not Ideal ForIt's not the right choice for riders seeking agile cornering, high-speed thrills, or any kind of off-road capability.

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

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Feet:

At 725mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1999 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). 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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