Built around Honda's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2008 Honda Shadow Spirit 750 (VT750C2) pairs a 745 cc (45.5 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. 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.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 653 mm (25.7 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,651 mm (65 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.
Standover Height
653 mm (25.7 in)
Engine
Displacement745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 76.0 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Single 34mm constant-velocity carburetor
IgnitionCD with electronic advance, two spark plugs per cylinder
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Rake34.0°
Trail158 mm (6.2 inches)
Front Suspension41mm fork
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks with five-position spring preload adjustability
Rear Travel89 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase1651 mm (65.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre160/80-15
Front BrakesSingle disc. disc with twin-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø180 mm (7.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height653 mm (25.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsBlack, Metallic Silver, Candy Dark Red/Flame, Ultra Blue Metallic/Flame
Notes
Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment
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Brakes
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Transmission
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