Cruisers
1999Honda VF 750 C Shadow
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The 1999 Honda VF 750 C Shadow is a V4 cruiser from the late 1990s. Its liquid-cooled 748cc V4 makes 87 hp and 69.6 Nm through a five-speed gearbox. A low 710 mm seat and 229 kg dry weight make it a smooth, quick cruiser.
- Capacity
- 748.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 229.0 kg
- Seat height
- 710 mm
- Power
- 87.0 HP (64.0 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed for relaxed boulevard cruising and weekend rides where V4 character and classic cruiser styling matter more than outright track performance.
- Built for
- A smooth, torque-rich V4 cruiser with a distinctive engine note that rewards relaxed, easy-going riding over aggressive cornering.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp sport-bike handling 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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- Capacity
- 748.0 ccm
- Power
- 87.0 HP (64.0 kW)
- Torque
- 69.6 Nm (7.1 kgf-m) @ 7250 RPM
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3799 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 710 mm
- Dry weight
- 229.0 kg
- Ground clearance
- 155 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
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 | 1995 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc |
| Dry weight | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg |
| Seat height | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm |
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 VF 750 C Shadow?
The 1999 Honda VF 750 C Shadow has a Capacity of 748.0 ccm (45.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VF 750 C Shadow have?
The 1999 Honda VF 750 C Shadow has a Power of 87.0 HP (64.0 kW).
How many gears does the Honda VF 750 C Shadow have?
The 1999 Honda VF 750 C Shadow has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VF 750 C Shadow?
The 1999 Honda VF 750 C Shadow has a Torque of 69.6 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.3 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM.
How much does the Honda VF 750 C Shadow weigh?
The 1999 Honda VF 750 C Shadow has a Dry weight of 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds).
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