Built around Honda's classic motorcycle platform, the 2011 Honda Shadow RS utilizes a 745 cc (45.5 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. 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 RS measures 230 kg (507 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 747 mm (29.4 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,562 mm (61.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 10.6-liter (2.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2010 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
747 mm (29.4 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 ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCD with electronic advance, two spark plugs per cylinder
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
DrivelineO-ring-sealed chain
Performance
Emission DetailsMeets current EPA standards. 50-state version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Chassis
Rake32.3°
Trail134 mm (5.3 inches)
Front Suspension41mm fork
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
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Seat Height
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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.
