Cruisers
2004Honda VTX 1800 C
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The 2004 Honda VTX 1800 C is a big cruiser with one of the largest V-twins of its era. Its liquid-cooled 1,795cc engine makes 107 hp and 163 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A low 693 mm seat and a 17-litre tank suit relaxed cruising, at 320 kg dry.
- Capacity
- 1795.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 320.0 kg
- Seat height
- 693 mm
- Power
- 107.0 HP (78.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for relaxed boulevard cruising and long straight-road stints rather than sport riding or commuting agility.
- Built for
- A big-inch, torque-heavy V-twin cruiser that delivers strong low-end pull and a commanding, classic muscle-cruiser presence.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight everyday commuter.
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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- Capacity
- 1795.0 ccm
- Power
- 107.0 HP (78.7 kW)
- Torque
- 163.0 Nm (16.6 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3344 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 101.0 x 112.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1715 mm
- Seat height
- 693 mm
- Dry weight
- 320.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 45mm inverted fork
- Rear suspension
- Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 100 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 31.5°
- Trail
- 152 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 316 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/70-18
- Rear tyre
- 180/70-16
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 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1795 cc | 1795 cc | 1795 cc | 1795 cc | 1795 cc | 1795 cc |
| Dry weight | 320 kg | 320 kg | 320 kg | 320 kg | 320 kg | 333 kg |
| Seat height | 693 mm | 693 mm | 693 mm | 693 mm | 693 mm | 701 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 18.2 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda VTX 1800 C?
The 2004 Honda VTX 1800 C has a Capacity of 1795.0 ccm (109.54 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VTX 1800 C have?
The 2004 Honda VTX 1800 C has a Power of 107.0 HP (78.7 kW).
How many gears does the Honda VTX 1800 C have?
The 2004 Honda VTX 1800 C has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VTX 1800 C?
The 2004 Honda VTX 1800 C has a Torque of 163.0 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 120.2 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM.
How much does the Honda VTX 1800 C weigh?
The 2004 Honda VTX 1800 C has a Dry weight of 320.0 kg (705.5 pounds).
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