Engineered by Honda for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2005 Honda Shadow Aero relies on a 745 cc (45.5 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 79.0 x 76.0 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches) with a 9.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Shadow Aero measures 235.6 kg (519 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 658 mm (25.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,638 mm (64.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 19 indexed model years from 2005 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
658 mm (25.9 in)
Engine
Displacement745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 76.0 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Single 34.0mm CV type
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCD with electronic advance, two spark plugs per cylinder
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Rake32.7°
Trail161 mm (6.3 inches)
Front Suspension41.0mm fork
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks with five-position spring preload adjustability;
Rear Travel89 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase1638 mm (64.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/90-17
Rear Tyre160/80-15
Front BrakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø180 mm (7.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight235.6 kg (519.4 pounds)
Seat Height658 mm (25.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack, Candy Red, Black/Candy Red, Black/Metallic Silver, Black/Pearl Blue, Metallic Silver/Pearl White
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
