Honda Shadow VLX 600 (VT600C) suspension setup and specs

Honda Shadow VLX 600 (VT600C), 2000 to 2007: adjustable rear preload, 690 mm (27.2 in) seat height, 145 mm of front suspension travel, 199 kg (439 lb).

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

Honda Shadow VLX 600 (VT600C)

2000–2007 · cruiser · 583 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preload	Not adjustable
Rear preload	Adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel	145 mm (5.7 in)
Rear suspension travel	90 mm (3.5 in)
Fork diameter	39 mm (1.5 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire	100/90-19
Rear tire	170/80-15

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase	1600 mm (63.0 in)
Rake	34°
Seat height	690 mm (27.2 in)
Weight	199 kg (439 lb) dry
Factory model code	VT600C
Front brake	Single disc, twin-piston caliper
Rear brake	Drum

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