Cruisers

2021Honda Shadow Aero

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The 2021 Honda Shadow Aero is a retro-styled cruiser with deep fenders and a classic look. Its liquid-cooled 745cc V-twin makes 44.2 hp and 60.5 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A very low 658 mm seat, 254 kg wet weight and 14-litre tank make it easy for newer riders.

Capacity: 745.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 235.6 kg
Seat height: 658 mm
Power: 44.2 HP (32.5 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding60%

Daily riding65%

Touring55%

Two-up55%

Track5%

Best for: Built for relaxed cruising and classic cruiser styling rather than outright speed or sport performance.
Built for: 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.

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

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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.

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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 745.0 ccm
Power: 44.2 HP (32.5 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 97 CO2 g/km
Torque: 60.5 Nm (6.2 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.1876 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 76.0 mm
Compression: 9.6:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 3

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Wet multiplate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1638 mm
Overall length: 2489 mm
Overall width: 920 mm
Overall height: 1125 mm
Seat height: 658 mm
Dry weight: 235.6 kg
Wet weight: 254.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 14.00 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.40 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 41mm fork
Rear suspension: Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Front wheel travel: 117 mm
Rear wheel travel: 89 mm
Rake (fork angle): 34.0°
Trail: 161 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 296 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 180 mm
Front tyre: 120/90-17
Rear tyre: 160/80-15

Other

Color options: Black, Pearl Stallion Brown
Comments: Model id: VT750C.

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2005	2011	2016	2021	2026
Capacity	745 cc	745 cc	745 cc	745 cc	745 cc
Dry weight	236 kg	236 kg	236 kg	236 kg	236 kg
Seat height	658 mm	658 mm	658 mm	658 mm	650 mm
Fuel capacity	14 L	14 L	14 L	14 L	14 L