Honda Valkyrie GL1500C (F6C) suspension setup and specs

Honda Valkyrie GL1500C (F6C), 2000 to 2003: adjustable rear preload, 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height, 130 mm of front suspension travel, 33 psi cold rear tire pressure, 309 kg (681 lb).

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

2000–2003 Honda Valkyrie GL1500C (F6C)
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Honda Valkyrie GL1500C (F6C)

2000–2003 · cruiser · 1520 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel130 mm (5.1 in)
Rear suspension travel100 mm (3.9 in)
Fork diameter45 mm (1.8 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front, solo33 psi · 2.3 bar
Rear, solo33 psi · 2.3 bar
Front, two up33 psi · 2.3 bar
Rear, two up36 psi · 2.5 bar
Front tire150/80-17
Rear tire180/70-16

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1690 mm (66.5 in)
Rake32°
Seat height740 mm (29.1 in)
Weight309 kg (681 lb) dry
Factory model codeF6C
Front brakeDual hydraulic disc, 2-piston
Rear brakeSingle hydraulic disc, 2-piston

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