Engineered by Honda for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2002 Honda VT 600 C Shadow VLX pairs a 583 cc (35.6 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 38.4 HP (28 kW) at 6,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 48 Nm (35.4 lb-ft) at 3,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 65.9 HP per liter and a 3,000 rpm working window between peak torque (3,500 rpm) and peak power (6,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the VT 600 C Shadow VLX measures 216 kg (476 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.63 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 690 mm (27.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,600 mm (63 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
65.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.18 HP/kg (5.63 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,500–6,500 rpm
Standover Height
690 mm (27.2 in)
Engine
Displacement583.0 ccm (35.57 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power38.4 HP (28.0 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.4 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke75.0 x 66.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionCD with electronic advance, two spark plugs per cylinder
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
DrivelineO-ring-sealed chain
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork, 39mm
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwing arm,
Rear Travel90 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Ground Clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-19
Rear Tyre170/80-15
Front BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake
Rear Brake Ø160 mm (6.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)
Weight incl.216.0 kg (476.2 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1930 HP/kg
Seat Height690 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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