Honda Shadow
Honda Shadow cruiser family starts its history in 1983. It was a kind of Japanese response to Americans and the first Honda Shadow models initially focused on American market. The model has american classic style with high handlebars, two-cylindered V-shaped engine. Honda Shadow was created in the image of Harley Davidson motorcycles and consequently, it turned out to be large in dimensions, noisy and tough, but at the same time comfortable, undemanding and thoughtful. Since 1983, Honda released new models of Honda Shadow or modification of existing ones almost every year. Almost all the major producers of motor vehicles focuse to have some share in the US. Most american fans confirm that Honda Shadow is the best that has been produced by Honda Motor Company.
First Honda Shadow had two color options: Candy Wineberry Red and black. The side covers were chromed and the engine is painted in black colour. Headlight was chrome and rectangular. Technical information is as follows:
Type: 745 cm3 V-Twin 52, liquid cooling
Bore and stroke: 79 mm x 76 mm
Compression ratio: 9.6:1
Valve: SOHC; three valves per cylinder
Fuel system: injector
Ignition: electronic
Transmission: 6-speed
Main transmission: driveshaft
Brake system proves that one front disc may be enough even for 256 kg motorcycle if at the right moment to combine its work with rear drum brake mechanism. In general, motorcycle makes positive impressions after the test. Honda Shadow is friendly and obedient. This motorcycle is not ashamed to show off among your friends.
9 Photos of Honda Shadow
Featured Reviews 2016-2017
2016 Chevrolet Volt - new design, interior, technical specs, release date, price
In Detroit, within the International Motor Show 2015 took place the public debut of the second generation of the hybrid hatchback 2016 Chevrolet Volt which became in essence much closer to full-fledged electric cars. According to developers, they considered all complaints and wishes of owners of the first generation of the car, and therefore the novelty has the potential for ... read more
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe - msrp, redesign, engine, photos, video
Design which is already pleasant at first sight, without causing any doubt notes in a contemporary style, as well as an incredible upgrade technology – all these will be soon seen by fans of the American huge SUVs. 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe – the most real American crossover which was already clearly outdated in its previous generation. So far for those who ... read more
2017 Ford Escape - exterior, interior, specs, video
The world presentation of 2017 Ford Escape took place at the Motor Show in Los Angeles and sales of the updated crossover at the native American market began immediately after the show, while European consumers should wait for a while to purchase 2017 Ford Escape. The price of the model on preliminary data will cost between 23 600 and 29 ... read more
2017 Mazda 3 - specifications, engines, interior
In July 2016, Mazda presented the updated hatchback and sedan Axela, which are sold in other markets under the name Mazda 3. Information about the date of the premiere, and early sales restyled 2017 Mazda 3 in the European specification not available yet. New 2017 Mazda 3 has got other front bumper with other sections antifog and the diode running ... read more
2017 Nissan Pathfinder - redesign, salon, specs, images
On July 7 in Dallas, was presented the renewed 2017 Nissan Pathfinder. After restyling the seven-seat SUV received more courageous and aggressive appearance. In addition, the changes have affected the passenger compartment, its suspension and engine. The changes affected mainly the front part of the car body. The SUV has a new design of headlights with LED daytime running lights, fog ... read more