For the 2006 model year, the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 756 lb (342.9 kg).
Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel. 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 VTX 1800 Neo Retro?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro is heavier than about 97.6% 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 VTX 1800 Neo Retro weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 756 lb (342.9 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,795 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 US gal (20.06 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.9 lb (14.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.37 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 42.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.4% |
| Weight with full tank | 788.9 lb (357.8 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro weight FAQ
How heavy is the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro?
Listed dry weight is 756 lb (342.9 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 VTX 1800 Neo Retro heavy compared with other Honda motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 98th weight percentile in its Honda category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How much does the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.3 US gal (20.06 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 32.9 lb (14.9 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Honda curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 936 lb (424.5 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro 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 788.9 lb (357.8 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How much heavier is the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro with a full tank?
The page calculates about 788.9 lb (357.8 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Honda curb-weight number.
How large is the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.37 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro above or below the typical Honda motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 362.4 lb (164.4 kg) heavier than the compatible median Honda motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Honda VTX 1800 Neo Retro feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
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.