Honda VTX Series

Honda VTX 1800
VTX1800T Tourer model
ManufacturerHonda
Production2001-2009
AssemblyMarysville, Ohio,
PredecessorVT1100
ClassCruiser
Engine1,795 cc (109.5 cu in) OHC, three valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled 52° V-twin[1]
Bore / stroke101.0 mm × 112.0 mm (3.98 in × 4.41 in)[1]
Compression ratio9.0:1[2]
Top speed125 mph (201 km/h) (measured)[3]
Power90 hp (67 kW) at 5,200 rpm (meas.)[3]
Torque98.9 ft⋅lb (134.1 N⋅m) at 2.850 rpm (meas.)[3]
Ignition typeDigital electronic[2]
TransmissionShaft drive, 5-speed[2]
Frame typeDouble-cradle steel tube[2]
SuspensionF: 45mm inverted fork,
5.1 in (130 mm) travel;
4.3 in (110 mm) travel [type F]
R: Swingarm, dual shocks with adjustable preload,
3.9 in (99 mm) travel
BrakesF: Dual discs with LBS, three-piston calipers
R: Single disc with LBS, two-piston caliper
TiresF: 130/70R-18 [type C]
R: 180/70R-16 [C]
F: 150/70R-17 [R,N]
R: 180/70R-16 [R,N]
F: 150/80R-17 [T]
R: 180/70R-16 [T]
F: 130/70R-18 [F]
R: 180/55R-18 [F]
F: 150/80B-17 [S]
R: 180/70B-15 [S]
Rake, trail32°/5.80 in (147 mm) [type C]
32°/6.40 in (163 mm) [R,N,S,T]
31°45'/5.70 in (145 mm) [F]
Wheelbase67.5 in (1,710 mm)
Seat height27.40–27.90 in (696–709 mm)
Weight774–804 lb (351–365 kg) (wet)
Fuel capacity4.8–5.3 US gal (18–20 L; 4.0–4.4 imp gal)

The Honda VTX series is a line of V-twin Honda cruiser motorcycles inspired by the Zodia concept shown at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show. The Honda VTX 1800 was launched in 2001 as a 2002 model.[4][5] At the time this bike was introduced the Honda VTX engine was the largest displacement production V-twin in the world, but that distinction would be short-lived as the VTX1800 was superseded in 2004 by the 2.0-litre Kawasaki Vulcan 2000.[6] Nevertheless, the VTX 1800 still produced better 0-60 mph and 1/4 mile times.

VTX stands for V-Twin Extreme.[7] The VTX1300 line was introduced for the 2003 model year, which evolved into the VT1300C line starting with the 2010 model year.[8][9]

In addition to the 52° V-twin layout, commonalities for the 1800 and 1300 powertrains include:[10][11]

  • radiator with cooling fan;
  • cylinder heads with two intake valves and a single, larger, exhaust valve;
  • rocker arms with screw-and-locknut clearance adjusters;
  • electronic control unit with 3-D ignition maps for each cylinder;
  • two spark plugs per cylinder;
  • dry sump oil system with the oil tank inside the gearbox case;
  • shaft final-drive.
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  6. ^ "Kawasaki Vulcan 2000". 240 Landmarks of Japanese Automotive Technology. Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan, Inc. Archived from the original on 6 February 2012. Retrieved 1 August 2013.
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