Cruisers
2008Honda VT 600 C Shadow
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The 2008 Honda VT 600 C Shadow is a small, easy cruiser that stayed in Honda's range for many years. Its liquid-cooled 583cc V-twin makes 34 hp and 48 Nm through a four-speed gearbox and chain. A low 690 mm seat, 200 kg dry weight and 11-litre tank suit newer riders.
- Capacity
- 583.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 200.0 kg
- Seat height
- 690 mm
- Power
- 34.0 HP (25.0 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for relaxed, low-speed cruising and easy daily riding rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A mellow V-twin cruiser with laid-back power delivery and classic Shadow styling that rewards a relaxed riding style.
- Not ideal for
- It's not a good match for riders wanting strong highway overtaking power, sporty cornering, or 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
- 583.0 ccm
- Power
- 34.0 HP (25.0 kW)
- Torque
- 48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m) @ 3250 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1700 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 75.0 x 66.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1600 mm
- Overall length
- 2355 mm
- Overall width
- 840 mm
- Seat height
- 690 mm
- Dry weight
- 200.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.00 litres
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 100/90-19
- Rear tyre
- 170/80-15
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 | 1999 | 2002 | 2006 | 2008 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 583 cc | 583 cc | 583 cc | 583 cc | 583 cc | 583 cc |
| Dry weight | 185 kg | 199 kg | 199 kg | 200 kg | 200 kg | 185 kg |
| Seat height | 670 mm | 693 mm | 695 mm | 690 mm | 690 mm | 670 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 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 VT 600 C Shadow?
The 2008 Honda VT 600 C Shadow has a Capacity of 583.0 ccm (35.58 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VT 600 C Shadow have?
The 2008 Honda VT 600 C Shadow has a Power of 34.0 HP (25.0 kW).
How many gears does the Honda VT 600 C Shadow have?
The 2008 Honda VT 600 C Shadow has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VT 600 C Shadow?
The 2008 Honda VT 600 C Shadow has a Torque of 48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.4 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM.
How much does the Honda VT 600 C Shadow weigh?
The 2008 Honda VT 600 C Shadow has a Dry weight of 200.0 kg (440.9 pounds).
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