Cruisers

2006Honda VTX 1800 C

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The 2006 Honda VTX 1800 C is a big power cruiser with one of the largest V-twins of its time. Its liquid-cooled 1,795cc V-twin makes 107 hp at 5,000 rpm and 163 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive, for a top speed of about 180 km/h. A low 693 mm seat, 320 kg dry weight and 17-litre tank suit relaxed highway riding.

Capacity: 1795.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 320.0 kg
Seat height: 693 mm
Power: 107.0 HP (78.7 kW) @ 5000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2006 Honda VTX 1800 C

vs the 2005

Spec	2005	2006
Power	107.0 HP (78.7 kW)	107.0 HP (78.7 kW) @ 5000 RPM

Other years 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding40%

Daily riding55%

Touring65%

Two-up60%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed boulevard cruising and long straight-road stints rather than sport riding or commuting agility.
Built for: A big-inch, torque-heavy V-twin cruiser that delivers strong low-end pull and a commanding, classic muscle-cruiser presence.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders wanting nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight everyday commuter.

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

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 693mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2006 Honda VTX 1800 C, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 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: 1795.0 ccm
Power: 107.0 HP (78.7 kW) @ 5000 RPM
EPA Certificate No.: 6HNXC01.8AKC-016; 6HNXC01.8CFC-018
EPA CO Emissions: 2.8 CO g/km
Torque: 163.0 Nm (16.6 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3344 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 112.0 mm
Compression: 9.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 3

Transmission

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

Performance

Top speed: 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1715 mm
Seat height: 693 mm
Dry weight: 320.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 45mm inverted fork
Rear suspension: Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 100 mm
Rake (fork angle): 31.5°
Trail: 152 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 296 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 316 mm
Front tyre: 130/70-18
Rear tyre: 180/70-16

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	2002	2003	2005	2006	2007
Capacity	1795 cc	1795 cc	1795 cc	1795 cc	1795 cc
Dry weight	320 kg	320 kg	320 kg	320 kg	333 kg
Seat height	693 mm	693 mm	693 mm	693 mm	701 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L	18.2 L