Is a Honda Shadow 750 a good bike?

The Honda Shadow is an excellent beginner bike. Its has enough power to be exciting, but not enough to be dangerous. Its low center of gravity and low seat height inspire confident handling. Finally its low cost of ownership makes the Shadow one of the best choices for your first ride!

Is the Honda Shadow underpowered?

Underpowered Engine The Honda Shadow 750 is powered by a 745cc engine. This mid-range engine size gives you just enough power to allow you to ride safely on highways but not enough to get you into (too much) trouble. One of the most common complaints among Shadow riders is that the bike can feel underpowered at times.

How fast is a Honda Shadow 750?

100mph
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Is a 750cc motorcycle too big for a beginner?

A 750cc bike is certainly a hefty machine. Its large size and weight may be difficult for an inexperienced rider to feel comfortable on. If you’re still learning the fundamentals of motorcycling, you may want to downsize to a bike that is lighter and more nimble.

Is the Honda Shadow 750 the same as the VT750?

The Honda Shadow 750’s engine’s the same as the one which has powered the VT750 range from the start but detuned to give more low down and midrange grunt at the expense of top end power. It does a good job of propelling the 238kg machine forward but a few more ccs would give it a little extra oomph.

When did the Honda VT750 DC come out?

VT750 C2: 1997 until 2001, it was basically the same as the original but had twin rear shocks and telescopic forks. VT750 DC: 2000 – 2004, it was a stripped down version with similar specs to the C and C2 bikes but weighed less and had more ground clearance.

What makes the Honda Shadow a.c.e.750 deluxe?

Honda says that combining greater flywheel effect from a heftier AC generator with the longer stroke, provides better low-rpm power and feel, though we suspect that valve size, lift, duration, and carb size contribute as well. The Honda Shadow A.C.E. 750 Deluxe’s power is based on the Shadow VLX engine. Cruiser

Is there a Harley Davidson VT750 Sportster XL883?

If Harley still made the Sportster XL883, with the spoked wheels that it turned out through the nineties and early 2000s, then the VT750S would sell far fewer. Harley doesn’t, so that’s Honda’s gain. A thousand miles after picking the machine up I felt it was time to give to write a review.