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SPEC
Evolution
The Shadow emerges from the, ahem, shadows.
Rivals
Harley-Davidson Sportster 883, Boulevard M50, Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD, Star V-Star Classic.
| Price |
$7799 |
| Engine type |
l-c 52-deg. V-Twin |
| Valve train |
SOHC, 6v |
| Displacement |
745cc |
| Bore x stroke |
79.0 x 76.0mm |
| Compression |
9.6:1 |
| Fuel system |
PGM-FI |
| Clutch |
Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission |
5-speed |
| Claimed horsepower |
na |
| Claimed torque |
na |
| Frame |
Steel double-cradle |
| Front suspension |
41mm Showa fork |
| Rear suspension |
Twin Showa shocks with adjustable spring preload |
| Front brake |
Nissin two-piston caliper, 296mm disc |
| Rear brake |
Drum |
| Front tire |
100/90-19 Dunlop D404 |
| Rear tire |
150/80-16 Dunlop D404 |
| Rake/trail |
32.5°/5.3 in. |
| Seat height |
29.4 in. |
| Wheelbase |
61.5 in. |
| Fuel capacity |
2.8 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight |
490 lbs. |
| Colors |
Pearl White, Metallic Gray |
| Available |
Now |
| Warranty |
1 yr., unlimited mi. |
| Contact |
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 2200
Torrance, CA 90509
866.784.1870
www.powersports.honda.com |
Verdict 3.5 stars out of 5
Honda builds a Sportster!