Engineered by Honda for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2004 Honda VTX 1800 Retro Spoke relies on a 1795 cc (109.5 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 101.0 x 112.0 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.0:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 693 mm (27.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,715 mm (67.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 20.06-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
693 mm (27.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1795.0 ccm (109.53 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.0:1
Bore x Stroke101.0 x 112.0 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Rake32.0°
Front Suspension45mm inverted fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Rear Travel99 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase1715 mm (67.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre150/80-17
Rear Tyre170/80-15
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø316 mm (12.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height693 mm (27.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsBlack, Metallic Silver, Candy Orange, Candy Red, Illusion Blue
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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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