Cruisers

2002Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero

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The 2002 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero is a middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with accessible power. Its liquid-cooled 1099cc V-twin engine delivers smooth, torquey performance ideal for laid-back highway cruising. Best known for its low-slung stance, comfortable ergonomics, and reliable shaft drive, it appeals to cruiser enthusiasts prioritizing style and dependability.

Capacity: 1099.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 279.0 kg
Seat height: 724 mm
Power: 44.2 HP (32.5 kW)

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What’s new for the 2002 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero

vs the 2001

Spec	2001	2002
Power	52.0 HP (38.2 kW)	44.2 HP (32.5 kW)
Torque	84.0 Nm (8.6 kgf-m or 62.0 ft.lbs) @ 2500 RPM	not listed
Top speed	160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)	not listed
Dry weight	283.0 kg (623.9 pounds)	279.0 kg (615.1 pounds)
Fuel capacity	—	19.10 litres (5.05 US gallons)

Other years 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding50%

Daily riding60%

Touring65%

Two-up65%

Track15%

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.

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 724mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2002 Honda VT 1100 C3 Shadow Aero, 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, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1584 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
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1679 mm
Seat height: 724 mm
Dry weight: 279.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 19.10 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 5.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front wheel travel: 150 mm
Rear wheel travel: 94 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes: Single disc
Front tyre: 140/80-17
Rear tyre: 170/80-15

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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