Honda Varadero suspension setup and specs

Honda Varadero, 2003 to 2011: adjustable rear preload and rebound, 845 mm (33.3 in) seat height, 155 mm of front suspension travel.

Model years covered: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Honda.

2003–2011 Honda Varadero
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Honda Varadero

2003–2011 · adventure · 996 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel155 mm (6.1 in)
Rear suspension travel145 mm (5.7 in)
Fork diameter43 mm (1.7 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire110/80 R19
Rear tire150/70 R17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1560 mm (61.4 in)
Trail110 mm (4.3 in)
Seat height845 mm (33.3 in)
Front brakeDual disc, 3-piston calipers
Rear brakeSingle disc, 3-piston caliper

Other Honda Varadero generations: 2000–2002

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Bike feeling wrong? These are the published numbers. What to actually change depends on the adjusters this bike has, your weight and how it feels.

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