Cruisers

2001Honda VT 1100 C Shadow Spirit

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The 2001 Honda VT 1100 C Shadow Spirit is a big cruiser with a stretched, classic look. Its liquid-cooled 1,099cc V-twin makes 44.2 hp through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A 729 mm seat, 252.2 kg dry weight and 15.9-litre tank suit relaxed cruising.

Capacity: 1099.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 252.2 kg
Seat height: 729 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 & trail10%

Cornering35%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring65%

Two-up65%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed, low-revving boulevard cruising and moderate-distance highway touring rather than outright performance.
Built for: A classic V-twin shaft-drive cruiser that delivers a torquey, unhurried ride with laid-back ergonomics and traditional custom styling.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.

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

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Units

At 729mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Honda VT 1100 C Shadow Spirit, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 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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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1099.0 ccm
Power: 44.2 HP (32.5 kW)
Engine type: V-Twin
Power/weight ratio: 0.1753 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 87.5 x 91.4 mm
Compression: 8.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital two Plugs per Cylynder
Valves per cylinder: 3
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1651 mm
Seat height: 729 mm
Dry weight: 252.2 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.90 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 2.30 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel tubular
Front suspension: 41mm fork
Rear suspension: Dual shocks with five-position adjustable
Front wheel travel: 160 mm
Rear wheel travel: 99 mm
Rake (fork angle): 32.0°
Trail: 153 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. twin piston caliper
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake). mechanical drum
Front tyre: 110/90-19
Rear tyre: 170/80-15

Other

Color options: Black, Twilight Silver/black, American Red/Black
Modifications compared to previous model: American Red/Black replaced Blaze Yellow/Black as a color option

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.