Cruisers
1999Honda VT750C2 Shadow
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The 1999 Honda VT750C2 Shadow is a mid-size cruiser with classic styling. Its liquid-cooled 745cc V-twin makes 43 hp at 5,500 rpm and 63 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive, for a top speed of about 160 km/h. A 700 mm seat and 14-litre tank suit relaxed riding.
- Capacity
- 745.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 230.0 kg
- Seat height
- 700 mm
- Power
- 43.0 HP (31.6 kW) @ 5500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and short scenic rides rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A classic V-twin cruiser with soft torque delivery, relaxed styling, and an easygoing, unhurried riding feel.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders wanting sharp cornering performance, high-speed touring, or any 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
- 745.0 ccm
- Power
- 43.0 HP (31.6 kW) @ 5500 RPM
- Torque
- 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1870 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 79.0 x 76.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- 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
- Wheelbase
- 1615 mm
- Overall length
- 2455 mm
- Overall width
- 980 mm
- Overall height
- 1110 mm
- Seat height
- 700 mm
- Dry weight
- 230.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 116 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 90 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 180 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/90-17
- Rear tyre
- 170/80-15
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 1997 | 1999 | 2002 | 2011 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc |
| Dry weight | 229 kg | 230 kg | 229 kg | 249 kg | 249 kg |
| Seat height | 700 mm | 700 mm | 700 mm | 673 mm | 652 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 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 VT750C2 Shadow?
The 1999 Honda VT750C2 Shadow has a Capacity of 745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VT750C2 Shadow have?
The 1999 Honda VT750C2 Shadow has a Power of 43.0 HP (31.6 kW) @ 5500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda VT750C2 Shadow have?
The 1999 Honda VT750C2 Shadow has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VT750C2 Shadow?
The 1999 Honda VT750C2 Shadow has a Torque of 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM.
How much does the Honda VT750C2 Shadow weigh?
The 1999 Honda VT750C2 Shadow has a Dry weight of 230.0 kg (507.1 pounds).
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