The Honda VTX 1800 C motorcycle specifications include a 1,795 cc (109.53 cu in) engine, power of 107 hp (78.1 kW) @ 5,000 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 341 kg (751.8 lb).
Key specifications
The 2002 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Honda VTX 1800 C compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Honda models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Honda database average.
About 97% higher than the Honda database average. Around the 88th percentile across Honda models.
About 219% higher than the Honda database average. Around the 97th percentile across Honda models.
About 73% heavier than the Honda database average. Around the 95th percentile across Honda models.
About 11% lower than the Honda database average. Around the 14th percentile across Honda models.
About 26% larger than the Honda database average. Around the 70th percentile across Honda models.
Dimensions compared with Honda average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Honda models where that dimension is available.
2,455
2,078
18% above average.
990
827
20% above average.
1,150
1,161
Close to average.
1,715
1,431
20% above average.
693
780
11% below average.
130
184
29% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 130/70-18 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 180/70-16 |
| Front tire width | 130 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 70% |
| Front rim diameter | 18 in |
| Rear tire width | 180 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 70% |
| Rear rim diameter | 16 in |
| Front tire pressure | 33 PSI (2.3 Bar or 225 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 33 PSI (2.3 Bar or 225 kPa) |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity | 3.70 L (3.91 US qt) |
| Spark plug | NGK IFR6L-11 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.314 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 313.8 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 59.6 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 0.90:1 (Undersquare) |
Model information
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,795 cc (109.53 cu in) |
| Power | 107 hp (78.1 kW) @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 163.0 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 120.2 ft.lbs) @ 3,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 101.0 x 112 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 3 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | Solid-state digital, two spark plugs per cylinder |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.70 L (3.91 US qt) |
| Spark plugs | NGK IFR6L-11 |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Steel, double cradle |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | 45 mm inverted fork |
| Rear suspension | Dual shocks with five-position spring preload adjustability |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake | 32.4° |
| Trail | 152 mm (6.0 inches) |
| Fork tube size | 45 mm (1.8 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 130/70-18 |
| Rear tire | 180/70-16 |
| Front tire pressure | 33 PSI (2.3 Bar or 225 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 33 PSI (2.3 Bar or 225 kPa) |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 341 kg (751.8 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 320 kg (705.5 lb) |
| Seat height | 693 mm (27.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,455 mm (96.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 990 mm (39.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,150 mm (45.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,715 mm (67.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 L (4.49 US gal) |
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Performance
| Top speed | 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph) |
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| Power/weight ratio | 0.3344 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
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| Coolant | 3.00 L (0.79 US gal) |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Honda models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Honda information before relying on them. Visit the official Honda website.