Honda VT500C
| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Also called | Shadow |
| Production | 83-86 |
| Engine | 491cc, liquid-cooled, 52° V-twin with new offset dual-pin crankshaft provides perfect primary balance |
| Sparkplug | DPR8EA-9 '83-86 |
| Battery | YB12A-A '83-86 |
| Transmission | 5-speed plus overdrive sixth speed |
| Suspension | Air-adjustable, leading-axle front forks with front brace |
| Front Tire | 3.50-18 '83-86 |
| Rear Tire | 130/90-16 '83-86 |
| Wheelbase | 1488mm (58.6 in) |
| Weight | 183 kg (403.3 lb) |
| Fuel capacity | 12 liters (3.2 gal.) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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The Honda VT500C is a motorcycle produced by Honda from 1983 to 1986.
1983
The Honda Shadow 500, designated VT500C'83, was sold in 1983. Two colors were available: Candy Wineberry Red and Black. The fuel tank and rear fender were one of the two basic colors (red or black), but the side covers were chrome and the engine covers were black. The side cover decal "Shadow 500" was black and red with gold overlay. The headlight was rectangular and chrome. There was only a single horn.
- Engine description: New, three-valve, OHC cylinder head with twin spark plugs
- Drive: Shaft
- Brakes: Front disc
- Seat height: 777 mm(31.1 in.)
- The serial number began JH2PC0804DM000020
1984
The VT500C'84 Shadow 500 was sold in 1984 in one of two colors: Candy Scorpio Red or Black. The side covers were the basic color (red or black). The engine covers were black. The side cover decal "Shadow 500" was black and red with gold overlay. The headlight was rectangular and chrome. The engine was a 491cc OHC 3-valve liquid-cooled V-twin linked to a 6-speed transmission and a shaft drive.
- Engine: Liquid-cooled, 52° V-twin, 16-valve, with offset dual-pin crankshaft
- Drive: Shaft
- Seat Height: 770 mm (30.3 in)
- The serial number began JH2PC080*EM100001
1985
The VT500C'85 Shadow 500 was sold in 1985 in one of two colors: Candy Glory Red or Black. The side cover decal "Shadow 500" was black and red with gold overlay. The headlight was round and chrome. The bike had dual horns. The 2-piece seat had an integrated backrest. The side covers were the basic color (red or black). The engine covers were polished and the fins were enlarged. The "HONDA" gas tank logo was curved. The engine was a 491cc OHC 3-valve liquid-cooled V-twin linked to a 6-speed transmission and a shaft drive. The serial number began JH2PC080*FM200005
1986
The VT500C'86 Shadow 500 was sold in 1986 in one of two colors: Candy Scorpio Red or Black. The side cover decal "Shadow 500" was black and red with gold overlay. The headlight was round and chrome. The bike had dual horns. The 2-piece seat had an integrated backrest. The side covers were the basic color (red or black). The engine covers were polished and the fins were enlarged. The "HONDA" gas tank logo was curved. The engine was a 491cc OHC 3-valve liquid-cooled V-twin linked to a 6-speed transmission and a shaft drive. The serial number began JH2PC080*GM300001
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