Honda Shadow 1100 (Honda VT 1100)

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Honda VT1100 Shadow

The cruiser model Honda VT1100 Shadow appeared in 1985 in the American market. In those years, the model was distinguished by high power (78 hp), double disc brakes at the front and a hydraulic clutch. The factory designation of the model is VT1100C. Since 1987, the motorcycle has been updated externally and technically - the wheelbase is increased, the mufflers on the sides are transferred to the right side, the maximum power is reduced (to 67 hp), the operating speed is significantly reduced, which increases traction on the "bottom" and "middle" ", the hydraulic clutch gives way to the cable clutch. It was with this modification that the popularity of the Honda VT1100 Shadow model began - the 1985-1986 versions are quite rare.

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'Modifications:

  • Honda VT1100C Shadow (1987-1996) - the basic version of the motorcycle. Features alloy wheels, dual right exhaust, 13 liter fuel tank, 4-speed gearbox and rear drum brake.
  • Honda VT1100C Spirit (1997-2007) - successor to the previous modification. Visually very similar to its predecessor. It differs in the shape of the exhaust, the tank and some visual features. Of the technical differences, it should be noted that the fuel tank increased to 15.8 liters and a 5-speed gearbox.
  • Honda VT1100C2 A.C.E. (1995-1999) - the classic version of the motorcycle. ACE stands for American Classic Edition. The model features spoked wheels, longer fenders, wider wheels, rear disc brakes, a crankshaft with one crank arm (for increased vibration) and 53 hp.
  • Honda VT1100T A.C.E. Tourer (1998-2001) - touring version of the previous modification. Differs in the presence of plastic trunks, windshield, alloy wheels, an exhaust system on the sides and other wheels.
  • Honda VT1100C3 Aero (1998-2002) - Similar to the ACE version, but with deeper fenders, larger headlights and 2-in-1 exhaust.
  • Honda VT1100C2 Saber (2000-2007) - similar to the ACE version, but with a Spirit engine and specially shaped alloy wheels.

In 2003, only the basic version VT1100C Spirit and VT1100C2 Saber remained on the market, which were offered practically unchanged until 2007, after which they were completely discontinued, completely giving way to the model - Honda VTX 1300.

Photos

Honda VT1100T A.C.E. Tourer (1998-2001)
Honda VT1100C (1997-2007)
Honda VT1100C2 A.C.E. (1995-1999)


Specifications

Specifications Honda Shadow 1100:

Model Honda VT1100 Shadow
Motorcycle type cruiser
Release year 1985-2007
Frame steel
Engine type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V-shaped
Working volume 1099 cc cm.
Bore / stroke 87.5 x 91.4 mm
Compression ratio 9.0: 1 - VT1100C (1985-1986)

8.5: 1 - VT1100C (1987-1996)

8.0: 1 - VT1100C (1997-2007), VT1100C2, VT1100C3, VT1100T

Cooling liquid
Number of valves per cylinder SOHC, 3 valves per cylinder (with hydraulic clearance compensators)
Fuel supply system carburetor, 2x Keihin CV36
Ignition type transistor
Maximum power 78 hp (58 kW) at 6000 rpm - VT1100C (1985-1986)

67 h.p. (49 kW) at 5500 rpm - VT1100C (1987-2007)

53 h.p. (39 kW) - VT1100C2, VT1100T

Maximum torque 101 Nm (10.1 kgm) at 4500 rpm - VT1100C (1985-1986)

91 Nm (9.27 kgm) at 2700 rpm - VT1100C (1987-2007)

88 Nm (8.9 kgm) at 2700 rpm - VT1100C2, VT1100T

Gearbox 5-speed - VT1100C (1985-1986), VT1100C (1997-2007), VT1100C2, VT1100C3, VT1100T

4-speed - VT1100C (1987-1996)

Drive type cardan
Front tire size 110 / 90-18 61H - VT1100C (1985-1986)

110 / 90-19 62H - VT1100C (1987-2007)

120 / 90-18 65H - VT1100C2

130 / 80R-18 66H - VT1100T

Rear tire size 140 / 90-15 70H - VT1100C (1985-1986)

170 / 80-15 M / C 77H - VT1100C (1987-2007), VT1100C2

170 / 70R-16 75H - VT1100T

Front brakes 2 disks, 269mm, 2-piston calipers - VT1100C (1985-1986)

Single disc, 316 mm, 2-piston caliper

Rear brakes drum - VT1100C

Single disc, 276 mm, 1-piston caliper - VT1100C2 / C3, VT1100T

Front suspension 41mm telescopic fork, 150mm travel
Rear suspension linkage with two shock absorbers (preload adjustment), stroke - 100 mm
Motorcycle length 2325 mm - VT1100C (1985-1986)

2376 mm - VT1100C (1987-1996)

2380 mm - VT1100C (1997-2007)

2435 mm - VT1100C2

2485 mm - VT1100T

Motorcycle width 810 mm - VT1100C (1985-1986)

791 mm - VT1100C (1987-1996)

880 mm - VT1100C (1997-2007)

965 mm - VT1100C2, VT1100T

Motorcycle height 1230 mm - VT1100C (1985-1986)

1200 mm - VT1100C (1987-1996)

1220 mm - VT1100C (1997-2007)

1160 mm - VT1100C2

1430 mm - VT1100T

Wheelbase 1610 mm - VT1100C (1985-1986)

1651 mm - VT1100C (1987-1996)

1650 mm - VT1100C (1997-2007), VT1100C2

1655 mm - VT1100T

Saddle height 750 mm - VT1100 (1985-1986)

660 mm - VT1100 (1987-1993)

690 mm - VT1100 (1994-1996)

730 mm - VT1100 (1997-2007)

Acceleration to 100 km / h 6.1 sec
Maximum speed 172 km / h
Fuel tank capacity 15.0 L - VT1100C (1985-1986)

13.0 L - VT1100C (1987-1996)

15.8 L - VT1100C (1997-2007), VT1100C2, VT1100C3, VT1100T

Motorcycle weight (dry) 245 kg - VT1100C (1985-1986)

242 kg - VT1100C (1987-1996)

251 kg - VT1100C (1997-2007)

260 kg - VT1100C2

284 kg - VT1100T

Fuel consumption

The officially declared fuel consumption of the Honda VT1100 Shadow is 5.17 liters per 100 kilometers. The exact value depends on the riding style.

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