Honda VT125 (1999-02)

The Honda VT125 Shadow was manufactured between 1999-02 and boasts a V-twin, SOHC engine with four valves per cylinder. It has a capacity of 124 cc and can produce a maximum power output of 15 hp at 11000 rpm. The bike has a liquid cooling system and a compression ratio of 11.8:1, with an induction of 2x 22mm VP-type. The ignition is digital transistorised with electronic advance, and starting the bike is done through an electric starter. The gearbox is a 5 speed transmission and has a chain final drive. The front suspension features 35mm telescopic forks with a travel of 110mm, while the rear suspension features dual shocks with adjustable preload and has a travel of 80mm. The front brakes consist of a single 240mm disc and the rear brakes use a 130mm drum. The tires are 100/90-17 at the front and 130/90-15 at the rear. Its dimensions are 2300mm in length, with a wheelbase of 1524mm and a seat height of 680mm. It has a ground clearance of 145mm, and is relatively lightweight at 145kg. The bike comes with a fuel capacity of 14 litres or 3.8 US gallons.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda VT 125C Shadow

Year: 1999-02
Engine: Four stroke, V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 124 cc / 7.6 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 42 x 45 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 11.8:1
Induction: 2x 22mm VP-type
Ignition: Digital transistorised with electronic advance
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 15 hp / 10.9 kW @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque: 11 Nm / 8.1 ft.lb @ 9000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 35mm Telescopic forks
Front Wheel Travel: 110 mm / 4.3 in
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks with adjustable preload
Rear Wheel Travel: 80 mm / 3.1 in
Front Brakes: Single 240mm disc
Rear Brakes: 130mm drum
Front Tyre: 100/90-17
Rear Tyre: 130/90-15
Dimensions: Length 2300mm / 90.5 in
Wheelbase: 1524 mm / 60.0 in
Seat Height: 680 mm / 26.8 in
Ground Clearance: 145 mm / 5.7 in
Dry Weight: 145 kg / 319.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 14 Litres / 3.8 US gal