For the 2002 model year, the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 546.7 lb (248 kg) and a dry weight of 496 lb (225 kg).
Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit 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.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit is heavier than about 71.4% of 166 Honda motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 546.7 lb (248 kg) |
| Dry weight | 496 lb (225 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 745 cc |
| Torque | 44.6 lb-ft (60.5 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.33 US gal (16.4 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.9 lb (12.2 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 8.16 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.36 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 73.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.9% |
| Weight with full tank | 523 lb (237.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit weight FAQ
How much does the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 546.7 lb (248 kg), while dry weight is 496 lb (225 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 71st percentile among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit?
A full tank works out to about 26.9 lb (12.2 kg) from the listed 4.33 US gal (16.4 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 726.7 lb (329.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the estimated Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit weight with a full tank of gas?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 523 lb (237.2 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
What is the difference between Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit dry and wet weight?
Available years with both measurements show about 50.7 lb (23 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
How much torque does the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 8.16 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.36 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Honda VT 750 DC Shadow Spirit weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 94.2 lb (42.7 kg) heavier than the median Honda motorcycle weight of 452.6 lb (205.3 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.