What category is the 2007 Honda VT 600 C Shadow?

General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Honda VT 600 C Shadow
Year	2007
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	4-speed
Bore x stroke	75.0 x 66.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Torque	48.00 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.4 ft.lbs) @ 3250
Power	34.00
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	583.00 ccm (35.57 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tyre dimensions	170/80-15
Front tyre dimensions	100/90-19
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	11.00 litres (2.91 gallons)
Overall width	840 mm (33.1 inches)
Overall length	2,355 mm (92.7 inches)
Seat height	690 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.1700 HP/kg
Dry weight	200.0 kg (440.9 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

43 hp

Peak Power

6.5s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track10%

City65%

Cornering40%

Daily Riding65%

Touring40%

Passenger45%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a forgiving, low-power cruiser well suited to beginners and riders returning to biking after time away.
Purpose	It's built for relaxed, low-speed cruising and easy daily riding rather than outright performance.
Rider Fit	The low 670mm seat height and light dry weight make it very approachable for shorter or less experienced riders.
Character	A mellow V-twin cruiser with laid-back power delivery and classic Shadow styling that rewards a relaxed riding style.
Not Ideal For	It's not a good match for riders wanting strong highway overtaking power, sporty cornering, or 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 690mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2007 Honda VT 600 C Shadow, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 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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