Cruisers
2025Honda Shadow Aero
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The 2025 Honda Shadow Aero is a classic cruiser designed for riders seeking a low-slung, accessible platform with timeless styling. Its liquid-cooled 745cc V-twin engine delivers smooth, manageable power through a five-speed transmission, making it ideal for both newcomers and experienced cruiser enthusiasts. Known for its comfortable ergonomics and reliable shaft drive, the Shadow Aero excels as an affordable entry point into American-style cruiser riding.
- Capacity
- 745.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 235.6 kg
- Seat height
- 650 mm
- Power
- 44.2 HP (32.5 kW)
What’s new for the 2025 Honda Shadow Aero
vs the 2024| Spec | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 60.5 Nm (6.2 kgf-m or 44.6 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM | not listed |
| Wet weight | 250.8 kg (552.9 pounds) | 254.0 kg (560.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 658 mm (25.9 inches) | 650 mm (25.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc. Optional ABS with single disc brake. |
Other years
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 745.0 ccm
- Power
- 44.2 HP (32.5 kW)
- 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
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1638 mm
- Overall length
- 2459 mm
- Overall width
- 919 mm
- Overall height
- 1125 mm
- Seat height
- 650 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
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 91 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 34.0°
- Trail
- 161 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS with single disc brake.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 180 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/90-17
- Rear tyre
- 160/80-15
Other
- Color options
- Black
- Comments
- Model id: VT750C. ABS model id: VT750CS.
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 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc |
| Dry weight | 236 kg | 236 kg | 236 kg | 236 kg | 236 kg | 236 kg |
| Seat height | 658 mm | 658 mm | 658 mm | 658 mm | 650 mm | 650 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 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 Shadow Aero?
The 2025 Honda Shadow Aero has a Capacity of 745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Shadow Aero have?
The 2025 Honda Shadow Aero has a Power of 44.2 HP (32.5 kW).
How many gears does the Honda Shadow Aero have?
The 2025 Honda Shadow Aero has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda Shadow Aero weigh?
The 2025 Honda Shadow Aero has a Dry weight of 235.6 kg (519.4 pounds).
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