Cruisers
2003Honda Shadow 125
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The 2003 Honda Shadow 125 is a small V-twin cruiser for learner riders. Its liquid-cooled 125cc V-twin makes 15 hp and 10.5 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain. A low 680 mm seat, 145 kg dry weight and 14.5-litre tank give it big-cruiser style.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 145.0 kg
- Seat height
- 680 mm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for relaxed cruiser-style commuting and short leisurely rides rather than outright speed or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- It has a classic small-capacity cruiser feel, with a laid-back V-twin character prioritizing style and easy handling over performance.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for riders wanting highway touring speed, two-up comfort over distance, 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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- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
- Torque
- 10.5 Nm (1.1 kgf-m) @ 9000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1034 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 42.0 x 45.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Dual digital transistorised with electronic advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate with coil springs
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1530 mm
- Overall length
- 2300 mm
- Overall width
- 890 mm
- Overall height
- 1110 mm
- Seat height
- 680 mm
- Dry weight
- 145.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 3.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 80 mm
- Trail
- 122 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 130 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/90-17 55P
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-15M/C 66P
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Dry weight | 145 kg | 145 kg | 145 kg | 145 kg | 146 kg |
| Seat height | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 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 125?
The 2003 Honda Shadow 125 has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Shadow 125 have?
The 2003 Honda Shadow 125 has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW).
How many gears does the Honda Shadow 125 have?
The 2003 Honda Shadow 125 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda Shadow 125?
The 2003 Honda Shadow 125 has a Torque of 10.5 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.7 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM.
How much does the Honda Shadow 125 weigh?
The 2003 Honda Shadow 125 has a Dry weight of 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds).
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