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2021Honda Shadow Phantom

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The 2021 Honda Shadow Phantom is a blacked-out cruiser, model VT750C2B. Its liquid-cooled 745cc V-twin makes 44.2 hp and 65 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A very low 655 mm seat, 249 kg wet weight and 14-litre tank make it easy and relaxed.

Capacity
745.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Wet weight
249.0 kg
Seat height
655 mm
Power
44.2 HP (32.5 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 33Agility 48Comfort 68Off-road 5Touring 45Road manners 65
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering45%
City riding65%
Daily riding65%
Touring45%
Two-up40%
Track10%
Best for
Built for relaxed, stylish cruising around town and along scenic backroads rather than outright speed or long-distance touring.
Built for
A classic V-twin cruiser with laid-back styling, a deep exhaust note, and easygoing power delivery rather than aggressive performance.
Not ideal for
Not suited to riders wanting sharp cornering ability, high-speed performance, or serious 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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At 655mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2021 Honda Shadow Phantom, 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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Range and running costs

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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
65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m) @ 3500 RPM
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption
4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l)
Power/weight ratio
0.1775 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
79.0 x 76.0 mm
Compression
9.6:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Digital with 3-D mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder
Valves per cylinder
3
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Shaft
Clutch
Wet multiplate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1641 mm
Seat height
655 mm
Wet weight
249.0 kg
Fuel capacity
14.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity
3.40 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
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)
Front tyre
120/90-17
Rear tyre
160/80-15
Other
Color options
Black, Matte Pearl White
Comments
Model id: VT750C2B.

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 201120142017202020212023
Capacity 745 cc 745 cc 745 cc 745 cc 745 cc 745 cc
Seat height 653 mm 655 mm 655 mm 655 mm 655 mm 655 mm
Fuel capacity 14.8 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.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda Shadow Phantom?

The 2021 Honda Shadow Phantom has a Capacity of 745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda Shadow Phantom have?

The 2021 Honda Shadow Phantom has a Power of 44.2 HP (32.5 kW).

How many gears does the Honda Shadow Phantom have?

The 2021 Honda Shadow Phantom has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Honda Shadow Phantom?

The 2021 Honda Shadow Phantom has a Torque of 65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM.

How much does the Honda Shadow Phantom weigh?

The 2021 Honda Shadow Phantom has a Wet weight of 249.0 kg (549.0 pounds).

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