Cruisers
2000Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero
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The 2000 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero is a retro-styled cruiser with deep, flowing fenders. Its liquid-cooled 1,099cc V-twin makes 52 hp and 84 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A 725 mm seat and 160 km/h top speed suit long, relaxed rides.
- Capacity
- 1099.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 283.0 kg
- Seat height
- 725 mm
- Power
- 52.0 HP (38.2 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for relaxed boulevard cruising and weekend rides where style and torquey V-twin character matter more than outright speed.
- Built for
- It has the classic laid-back cruiser personality, delivering smooth low-end torque, a deep V-twin exhaust note, and unhurried, stable handling rather than sharp performance.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders seeking agile cornering, high-speed thrills, or any kind of 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
- 1099.0 ccm
- Power
- 52.0 HP (38.2 kW)
- Torque
- 84.0 Nm (8.6 kgf-m) @ 2500 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1837 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 87.5 x 91.4 mm
- Compression
- 8.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 725 mm
- Dry weight
- 283.0 kg
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
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 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1099 cc | 1099 cc | 1099 cc | 1099 cc | 1099 cc |
| Dry weight | 283 kg | 283 kg | 283 kg | 283 kg | 279 kg |
| Seat height | 725 mm | 725 mm | 725 mm | 725 mm | 724 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | — | — | — | 19.1 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 VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero?
The 2000 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero has a Capacity of 1099.0 ccm (67.07 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero have?
The 2000 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero has a Power of 52.0 HP (38.2 kW).
How many gears does the Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero have?
The 2000 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero?
The 2000 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero has a Torque of 84.0 Nm (8.6 kgf-m or 62.0 ft.lbs) @ 2500 RPM.
How much does the Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero weigh?
The 2000 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero has a Dry weight of 283.0 kg (623.9 pounds).
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