Honda Shadow Sabre 1100 (VT1100C2) suspension setup and specs

Honda Shadow Sabre 1100 (VT1100C2), 2000 to 2007: adjustable rear preload, 730 mm (28.7 in) seat height, 124 mm of front suspension travel, 261 kg (575 lb).

Model years covered: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Honda.

2000–2007 Honda Shadow Sabre 1100 (VT1100C2)
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Honda Shadow Sabre 1100 (VT1100C2)

2000–2007 · cruiser · 1099 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel124 mm (4.9 in)
Rear suspension travel100 mm (3.9 in)
Fork diameter41 mm (1.6 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire120/90-18
Rear tire170/80-15

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1640 mm (64.6 in)
Seat height730 mm (28.7 in)
Weight261 kg (575 lb) dry
Factory model codeVT1100C2
Front brakeSingle disc, twin-piston caliper
Rear brakeSingle disc, single-piston caliper

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