Cruisers

2011Honda VT 600 C Shadow

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The 2011 Honda VT 600 C Shadow is an accessible cruiser designed for beginner to intermediate riders seeking an easy-to-manage custom motorcycle. Known for its low seat height, manageable weight, and torquey V-twin engine, the Shadow excels at casual cruising and city riding. Its reliability and forgiving handling make it an ideal entry-level cruiser for those new to motorcycling.

Capacity: 583.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 4-speed
Dry weight: 185.0 kg
Seat height: 670 mm
Power: 43.0 HP (31.6 kW)

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What’s new for the 2011 Honda VT 600 C Shadow

vs the 2008

Spec	2008	2011
Power	34.0 HP (25.0 kW)	43.0 HP (31.6 kW)
Torque	48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.4 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM	51.0 Nm (5.2 kgf-m or 37.6 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Dry weight	200.0 kg (440.9 pounds)	185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)
Seat height	690 mm (27.2 inches)	670 mm (26.4 inches)
Rear brakes	Expanding brake (drum brake)	Expanding brake

Other years 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2011

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering40%

City riding65%

Daily riding65%

Touring40%

Two-up45%

Track10%

Best for: It's built for relaxed, low-speed cruising and easy daily riding rather than outright performance.
Built for: 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.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 670mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Honda VT 600 C Shadow, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 583.0 ccm
Power: 43.0 HP (31.6 kW)
Torque: 51.0 Nm (5.2 kgf-m) @ 3500 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2324 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 75.0 x 66.0 mm
Cooling system: Liquid
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 3

Transmission

Gearbox: 4-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1600 mm
Overall length: 2355 mm
Overall width: 840 mm
Seat height: 670 mm
Dry weight: 185.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 11.00 litres

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes: Expanding brake
Front tyre: 100/90-19
Rear tyre: 170/80-15

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1995	1999	2002	2006	2011
Capacity	583 cc	583 cc	583 cc	583 cc	583 cc
Dry weight	185 kg	199 kg	199 kg	200 kg	185 kg
Seat height	670 mm	693 mm	695 mm	690 mm	670 mm
Fuel capacity	11 L	11 L	11 L	11 L	11 L