For the 2001 model year, the Honda VT 125 C Shadow motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 319.7 lb (145 kg).
Honda VT 125 C Shadow weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Honda VT 125 C Shadow?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda VT 125 C Shadow is lighter than about 61.7% 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 VT 125 C Shadow weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 319.7 lb (145 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 125 cc |
| Torque | 7.9 lb-ft (10.7 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.83 US gal (14.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 2.47 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.39 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 255.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.4% |
| Weight with full tank | 343.5 lb (155.8 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda VT 125 C Shadow weight FAQ
How heavy is the Honda VT 125 C Shadow?
Listed dry weight is 319.7 lb (145 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Honda VT 125 C Shadow heavy compared with other Honda motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative dry weight is around the 38th percentile among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
How much does the Honda VT 125 C Shadow fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.83 US gal (14.5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 23.8 lb (10.8 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Honda curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Honda VT 125 C Shadow with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 499.7 lb (226.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Honda VT 125 C Shadow dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 343.5 lb (155.8 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How much heavier is the Honda VT 125 C Shadow with a full tank?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 343.5 lb (155.8 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much of the Honda VT 125 C Shadow total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 7.4% of the motorcycle’s weight.
How does Honda VT 125 C Shadow torque compare with its weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 2.47 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
What is the Honda VT 125 C Shadow engine-size-to-weight ratio?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.39 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
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.