Honda VT125C Shadow
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| Honda VT125C | |
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| Also called | VT125C2 Shadow, VT 125 C2 Shadow, VT 125 C Shadow, VT125 Shadow, VT 125 Shadow, VT125C Shadow |
| Production | 1999 - 2007 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | Four stroke, V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 42.0mm x 45.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 69 mph (111 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 14.62 HP (10.9 KW) @ 11000RPM |
| Torque | 7.74 ft/lbs (10.5 Nm) @ 9000RPM |
| Fuel System | carburetor. 22mm vp-type x 2 |
| Ignition | digital transistorised with electronic advance |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Suspension | Front: 35mm Telescopic forks Rear: Dual shocks with adjustable preload |
| Brakes | Front: Single 240mm disc Rear: 130mm drum |
| Front Tire | 100/90-17 |
| Rear Tire | 130/90-15 |
| Wheelbase | 60.24 inches (1530 mm) |
| Length | 90.55 inches (2300 mm) |
| Width | 34.96 inches (888 mm) |
| Seat Height | 26.77 inches (680 mm) |
| Weight | 319.67 pounds (145.0 Kg) (dry), 145.0 kg (wet) |
| Oil Filter | K&N KN-112 |
| Recommended Oil | Honda GN4 10W-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.7 Gallon (14.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Honda VT125C Shadow was a v2, four-stroke Cruiser motorcycle produced by Honda between 1999 and 2007. It could reach a top speed of 69 mph (111 km/h). Max torque was 7.74 ft/lbs (10.5 Nm) @ 9000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 14.62 HP (10.9 KW) @ 11000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a liquid cooled v2, four-stroke. A 42.0mm bore x 45.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 125.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc).
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 100/90-17 front tire and a 130/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a 35mm telescopic fork, 110mm axle travel while the rear was equipped with a dual dampers with adjustable preload, 80mm axle travel. The VT125C Shadow was fitted with a 3.7 Gallon (14.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 319.67 pounds (145.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 60.24 inches (1530 mm) long.
1999 Honda VT 125 Shadow[edit | edit source]
Thanks to its liquid cooled, four stroke, V twin, 125cc engine, the VT 125 Shadow motorcycle belonging to Honda is able to reach a top speed of 110 km/h.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Honda VT125C Shadow has a liquid-cooled, 90° V-twin. It pumps out more power than other 125s (think Honda's CG with its meager 10bhp) but it carries a hell of a lot more weight (add about 45kg) so, while it works wonders, the Honda VT125C Shadow is underpowered for such a heavy motorcycle. Smooth and torquey down low, the Honda VT125C Shadow's shortcomings only really show up out on the open road, ie: precisely where
Wide, plush seat, forward footrests and high bars make for laidback riding, California style on the Honda VT125C Shadow. Brakes and suspension are ample; nothing's too extreme. The Honda VT125C Shadow is heavy for slow-speed work and ground clearance is a problem if you get too excited in corners. The Honda VT125C Shadow does burble along beautifully, though. Chrome, chrome everywhere! The Honda VT125C Shadow has a tank-mounted "instrument pod", including electronic speedo and rev counter; good mirrors and lovely, spoked wheels topped off with stylish mudguards. Honda VT125C Shadow extras are plentiful and include a pillion back rest, a screen, luggage and masses of chrome
Road Test[edit | edit source]
You've got to stare hard at the Shadow before you realise that what you're looking at is just a 125cc motorcycle that you can ride on L-plates. Designed with classic American styling, the Shadow VT125 has the presence of a much larger machine, thanks partly to the heavily finned motor. But don't let the fins fool you - this is no basic air-cooled unit. The smallest Shadow is a liquid-cooled, eight-valve, single-overhead cam 90-degree V-twin with an 11.8:1 compression ratio. Its beautifully executed details include a teardrop petrol tank topped by a glittering, chrome finish speedometer, wide handlebars and deeply styled 'fenders' draped over wide, wire-spoked wheels, all underlined by a chromed two-into-one exhaust. Power output is 15bhp at 11000rpm, substantially more than that other popular Honda lightweight, the CG125. That pumps out just 10.5bhp at 7500rpm. The five-speed VT125 needs the extra poke because, at 145Kg, it tips the scales a whopping 38Kg more than the CG. But the weight gives the VT a solid, dependable feel - just what you'd expect of a cruiser. Seat height is a lowly 680mm (27in) so planting both feet firmly on the ground when you stop shouldn't be a problem for anyone. With Honda reliability and 8000 miles between services, the Shadow VT125 is a very attractive package.
| Make Model | Honda VT 125C Shadow |
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| Year | 1999-02 |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Displacement | 124 cc / 7.6 cu-in |
| Bore X Stroke | 42 x 45 mm |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Compression | 11.8:1 |
| Induction | 2x 22mm VP-type |
| Ignition | Digital transistorised with electronic advance |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 15 hp / 10.9 kW @ 11000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 11 Nm / 8.1 ft.lb @ 9000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Front Suspension | 35mm Telescopic forks |
| Front Wheel Travel | 110 mm / 4.3 in |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shocks with adjustable preload |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 80 mm / 3.1 in |
| Front Brakes | Single 240mm disc |
| Rear Brakes | 130mm drum |
| Front Tire | 100/90-17 |
| Rear Tire | 130/90-15 |
| Dimensions | Length 2300mm / 90.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 1524 mm / 60.0 in |
| Seat Height | 680 mm / 26.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm / 5.7 in |
| Dry Weight | 145 kg / 319.7 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 14 Liters / 3.8 US gal |