For the 2002 model year, the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 504.9 lb (229 kg).
Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe 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.
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How heavy is the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe is lighter than about 55.9% of 51 Honda custom/cruiser 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 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 504.9 lb (229 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 745 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.44 US gal (16.8 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.6 lb (12.5 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.48 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 67.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.5% |
| Weight with full tank | 532.5 lb (241.5 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe weight FAQ
How much does the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe weigh?
The source data gives 504.9 lb (229 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 44th percentile for weight among 51 compatible Honda custom/cruiser motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe?
A full tank works out to about 27.6 lb (12.5 kg) from the listed 4.44 US gal (16.8 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 684.9 lb (310.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 532.5 lb (241.5 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
How much heavier is the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe with a full tank?
The page calculates about 532.5 lb (241.5 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 VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.48 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe above or below the typical Honda custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative dry weight is about 19.8 lb (9 kg) lighter than the median Honda custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 524.7 lb (238 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda VT 750 CD Shadow A.C.E. Deluxe easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.