Built around Honda's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2004 Honda VTX 1800 relies on a 1832 cc (111.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 107 HP (78.1 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 165 Nm (121.7 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 58.4 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (3,000 rpm) and peak power (5,000 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the VTX 1800 measures 335 kg (739 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.32 HP/kg (3.13 kg per horsepower). 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 17.03-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2003 to 2005, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
58.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.32 HP/kg (3.13 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,000–5,000 rpm
Standover Height
693 mm (27.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1832.0 ccm (111.79 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power107.0 HP (78.1 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Torque165.0 Nm (16.8 kgf-m or 121.7 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
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 Tyre130/70-R18
Rear Tyre180/70-R16
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø316 mm (12.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight335.0 kg (738.5 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3194 HP/kg
Seat Height693 mm (27.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2456 mm (96.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack, Candy Orange Flame, Titanium Flame, Magenta Metallic
Notes
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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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.
