Engineered by Honda for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2012 Honda Shadow Spirit 750 features a 745 cc (45.5 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 43 HP (31.4 kW) at 5,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 65 Nm (47.9 lb-ft) at 3,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 57.7 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (3,000 rpm) and peak power (5,500 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Shadow Spirit 750 measures 243.1 kg (536 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.65 kg per horsepower). 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 1,656 mm (65.2 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 12 indexed model years from 2005 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
57.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.18 HP/kg (5.65 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,000–5,500 rpm
Standover Height
653 mm (25.7 in)
Engine
Displacement745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details52 degree V-twin
Power43.0 HP (31.4 kW)) @ 5500 RPM
Torque65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 76.0 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemInjection. PGM-FI with automatic enrichment, one 34mm throttle body
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCD with electronic advance, two spark plugs per cylinder
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Emission DetailsMeets current EPA standards. California version meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Chassis
Rake34.0°
Trail158 mm (6.2 inches)
Front Suspension41.0mm fork
Front Travel114 mm (4.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Rear Travel89 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase1656 mm (65.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre160/80-15
Front BrakesSingle disc. Twin-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.243.1 kg (536.0 pounds)
Seat Height653 mm (25.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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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
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