Across the 2005, 2006 and 2007 model years, the Honda Shadow VLX motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 451.9 lb (205 kg).
Honda Shadow VLX weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda Shadow VLX?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda Shadow VLX is heavier than about 65.4% of 166 Honda motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda Shadow VLX weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 451.9 lb (205 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 583 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.9 US gal (10.97 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 18 lb (8.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.29 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 77.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% |
| Weight with full tank | 470 lb (213.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda Shadow VLX weight FAQ
How much does the Honda Shadow VLX weigh?
The source data gives 451.9 lb (205 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Honda Shadow VLX weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative dry weight is around the 65th percentile among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
Are all Honda Shadow VLX model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2005-2007 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda Shadow VLX?
A full tank works out to about 18 lb (8.2 kg) from the listed 2.9 US gal (10.97 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda Shadow VLX weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 631.9 lb (286.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Honda Shadow VLX be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 470 lb (213.2 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
What does the Honda Shadow VLX weigh with a full tank?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 470 lb (213.2 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
How many cc does the Honda Shadow VLX have per pound?
The model has about 1.29 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Honda Shadow VLX compare with the median Honda motorcycle weight?
The representative dry weight is about 58.4 lb (26.5 kg) heavier than the median Honda motorcycle weight of 393.5 lb (178.5 kg) in this dataset.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.