Why the 750 Honda Shadows Just Kills it

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[@guitarforlife238]

Just picked up a 2008 in 2024 only has 15k miles on in new exhaust mini apes solid bags and it’s my first bike and I’m having a damn blast man if anyone sees this and you’re thinking about getting a bike GET ONE

[@MrSamadolfo]

😏 LOL, im checking out one right now, its an 1100CC version, might as well step up and go balls deep in the hammer lane 👊😎

[@luismurillo6998]

Hi, I'm an old man, and 32 years ago I had an intruder 800cc, now 32 years later I bought an Honda Shadow 750, I'm in love again... And ty, great video, you're great too From Costa Rica: pura vida hermano! Sorry for my bad english

[@manosmilonakis6056]

I love how a 750 cc, almost 2.5m and 260kg bike is a small lightweight entry bike according to american standards

[@27BILLY99]

i got one and it feels pretty heavy to me.. yet again i’m only 5’6 and have never rode a bike but got it since i’d like to learn and ride

[@manosmilonakis6056]

@@27BILLY99 yeah that's my point, everywhere else in the world it's considered a pretty large bike. Only Americans would characterized it an entry level motorcycle.

[@khaiber_kakar]

I live in Germany, and I have learnt a lot from US KZbin Channels. They make fun of our kiddy bikes and we of their Highway speed!

[@manosmilonakis6056]

@@khaiber_kakar lol

[@RodknockRhett]

@@manosmilonakis6056 here in the US, roads are huge, long, and drawn out. My commute is down a long highway 30 miles each way.

[@gtags1]

Have a 2004 with 60K and other than oil change and tires I've spent nothing on the bike, so dependable!

[@Ez-ko1gz]

gtags1 same here I only have 6,000 miles nothing but tires and oil service is it

[@vkhiev]

Do you do all the upkeeping maintenance yourself

[@samanthaalvarez7724]

vkhiev I do

[@loganenlow4603]

Do you think a 750 would bd good for a beginner? Im 230 lbs and id im not trying to go fast, i just want something that i can possibly take on the highway and not worry about it

[@gtags1]

Logan Enlow yes it should be fine, they ride nice very little shake. I’m 200 lb and I’m good on it, rides nice even with my wife on the back, and I did a lot of highway miles going to work on it

[@taylor2105]

I've owned lots of cruisers, like yourself. Ridden plenty more. Indians, Harley's, Honda's, Suzuki's, Kawasakis. The 750 shadow is the absolute epitome of a cruiser I think. Something about it, it's just right.

[@FuelHauler48]

Purchased an 07 honda shadow spirit 750 with 18k for 2400 dollars with new tires and exhaust. Cant wait to get it out of the parking lot and on the road. I hope it's my last cruiser.

[@ApexAZnn]

@@FuelHauler48 Hows the shadow treating you ? Do you like it ? I'm looking into getting one that's why I'm asking.

[@FuelHauler48]

@@ApexAZnn My shadow is treating me well. Oil and filter change, gear oil, new turn signal bulb and she is running great. I've put 700 miles on it and after putting the suspension to 1 below max it handles great for me 6'1 215

[@JimmyMelgoza]

@Balkan Boy the shadow can handle like the dirtbike of cruisers. Easiest handling in the city but crusier look.

[@FuelHauler48]

@Balkan Boy plenty of torque and easy for city driving. 4th gear at 50 mph is the sweet spot on this bike but with me 6foot1 210 it tops out at 102. Wet weight is 540ish but has plenty of lean angle before scraping peg and the models with the smaller front tire have easier slow speed maneuverability. My bike has the 21 but can drag a little rear brake and help at low speeds.

[@joeredden6612]

I just got a 2007 shadow 750 today and and I love it. Has all the power I need.

[@bikerbobcat]

I inherited a 2003 Shadow 750, my first bike and I'm probably the 4th owner. It's got some problems due to neglect/abuse but I love it.

[@prakticlej8677]

I have an 07 dc I'm 6'2" little cramped for me but I'm going to add forward controls other than that it's great

[@eightyfourpunk]

I have an ‘03 and it’s a great bike

[@ryancary5728]

I’m 6’4” forward controls and highway pegs make it awesome, drag pipes help even more, I love my 06 in black

[@michaellangdonful]

I just stepped up from a ‘06 Rebel 250 to a ‘00 Shadow 750 ACE & I love it!

[@katebeckinsnail910]

I have a hard tail 06 750 spirit, it sounds awesome straight piped. Even Harley guys compliment it. It was my first bike, I'm a smaller guy at 5'4 145lbs, so I don't think I'll ever need a bigger bike.

[@charlesevans1846]

I'm the one that bought this bike got to ride it the other day and I'm happy with it nice bike. would I buy a nother one from SRK if they had one I was interested YES I would. everything went gust Like they said it would. thank you!

[@chrisblake1918]

Once upon a time, 750 was big. 500 was enough.

[@billymc2681]

Yea and an 1100 was considered a heavyweight.

[@apesidewv8187]

The national speed limit was also 55 mph lol. I agree that people underestimate smaller displacement bikes, But lets be honest a 500cc v-twin will not be able to reach the 80mph speed limits we have now days. However 750cc and up is more than enough for normal size people.

[@nbookie]

In most the world 750 is still big. But most the world does not have the long roads with 75mph limits like we do. Or fat people like we do.

[@crouchingwombathiddenquoll5641]

@@nbookie 😂😂😂 fatties were very rare in the 1970's. The kwakka 9 was a rocket ship. Peace from Australia 🐨🌴👍

[@BloodPlusPwn]

@Nightingale The funniest part about people who are dropping like 30grand on their 30grand motorcycles like that is that the v-rod i paid 5000 for would smoke them lol, or some guy on his stock ninja 650. Motorcycles were never about speed in the first place, imo (not cruisers, that is). At least not for me. I like bikes I feel good on, and after all the bikes I've ridden, a Shadow 750 is still my favorite. It's light and easy, will last forever, very modifiable, can eat highway miles and basically uses no gas at all and you can get a brand new one for less than 8000 bucks lol.

[@everydaybladesinc]

We lost our home and everything in it in that storm. The God we serve came through in epic fashion. Today we have 3 homes. Your worst day can easily be the start of your best day. God Is Good. All the time.

[@jeffsepicworld8247]

I just picked up a 2004 Honda Shadow 750 this week for $650! Just a little over 3,000 miles on the bike and everything on this bike is factory. Previous owner left it sitting for 10 years. This week I took the bike on a four-hour ride and it ran like a champ!!! Well worth the money.

[@Its_3055]

Anything you had to change or fix up?

[@VikingBagsYT]

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[@hondaslave-kd6hi]

I want a set. Same bike

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[@michaelb.42112]

Hello family ! I am 53, a 20 year re-entry rider after owning over half a dozen street bikes all inspired by MAD MAX, and Honda Interceptors. I was in my 20's then, and now in my 50's I have arthritis in my left knee. It's bone on bone and I was dreaming of owning a Vulcan 900, but it was too big for me at a stop light. The Honda Shadow Spirit 750 is low. I am 6' tall and it feels SO comfortable. I just bought one YESTERDAY ! Yes ! Yesterday for the first time in over 20 years. I got as far as my driveway and chickened out. I need a riding partner for my re-maiden voyage. I feel so much conflict, yet it felt SO natural. I'm just afraid of stop lights, although the previous owners had the entire church pray for me.

[@obiwankenobi5769]

So just to be clear everybody is fine correct?

[@Vulcan_Tech]

I've always wanted a Honda Shadow, after watching some of your videos about the Shadow. I want one even more. Just looks like the perfect bike for me.

[@Vulcan_Tech]

AND NOW I HAVE ONE

[@HooDRidEWhiteY]

@@Vulcan_Tech nice job! What year?

[@nomadenview]

@@Vulcan_Tech congratulations 🎉🥳 Ride safe sir

[@jamesswan9194]

The Shadow my third bike and my first new bike I bought. I have traveled between Victoria, BC to Edmonton, Alberta (X3), and all over Washington State, USA numerous times. It does have plenty of power and handles HIGHWAYs and backroads, takes the counters with ease.

[@jeremycbarnhart2305]

Rad. Vancouver Island here! Buying my first 750 2006 Shadow Aero. I'm much more a cafe racer or rebel guy, but I LOVE the Aero. Pick it up this week! Woot!

[@noChillnoFiltertvTHEEOG]

I have a 2007 aero and it's awesome and I love it and everytime I pull up people think it's a Harley great bike

[@CuddlyJon]

I just got my first bike, a used 2012 Honda Shadow Phantom. Absolutely love it!!! Such a great bike.

[@steverichards9964]

I've owned 10 bikes in the last 17 years. My VT750 Aero was a great bike. Sure it's not blazing fast, not the most torque. But it is nigh bullet proof, it's fun, unassumimg and surprisingly good through twisty stuff (did scrape a lot lol) they are a much under rated bike.

[@MehranMNIA]

I bought a 2008 Shadow Aero in great shape last year. Totally satisfied. Love it :)

[@keithhallgren]

Once upon a time a 750cc was a big bike... I ride a 1978 Honda CB750K and would take this anywhere.

[@mightyminifarm]

Listening to you rattle off the current events in 2017 made me lol just wait till 2020, we got the corona and it’s so much fun

[@evankabir50]

i know Im randomly asking but does someone know of a tool to log back into an instagram account? I stupidly forgot the account password. I would appreciate any assistance you can offer me!

[@trevorares7668]

@Evan Kabir instablaster ;)

[@evankabir50]

@Trevor Ares I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and im in the hacking process now. Seems to take a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@evankabir50]

@Trevor Ares It did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy! Thanks so much, you really help me out !

[@trevorares7668]

@Evan Kabir You are welcome :)

[@slash2jimi]

I got a steal on one. Some dude on Craig's list having a baby sold me his 2007 Honda shadow spirit... Badass black color, long shot Cobra pipes, tons of chrome, low miles. Never had a problem and can cruise at 80 and still have power with someone on the back no problem. I don't know why anyone would think this is a bad bike for anyone.

[@whywhy7299]

Man you can't say it was a steal and not say the price!

[@westboundNinja1]

Sad that he'll regret selling because of kids. I'm a daily rider and I have my kids. His loss your gain

[@locogilberto]

What is low miles ?

[@Its_3055]

​@whywhy7299 he probably got it for less than 1500 is my guess. I'm checking out an 08' vt750 with about 5k miles for 950 bucks. Been in an accident but only has a slightly off center fork, bent handle bar, and broken headlight. Still pretty good for 950 bucks tho. That stuff I'm sure is easy to fix up

[@christopherchason6354]

Just got an 04 are, lm loving it so far.

[@towermonkey90]

I live in Houston TX and my VT1100 Shadow took a swim for a couple days. I'm close to getting another one because of how much I like them.

[@wadelitchfield1614]

Dry it out take out all four spark plugs and spin it up give it new oil and air cleaner element, plugs and fire it up I would be willing to say your swimmer is still a great bike .

[@aloisius4188]

I own a 2008 Honda Shadow Aero 750, with 70,000 Km on the clock (43,500 miles) and it has been a great joy to own. Oil and filter changes, final drive oil changes, 4 sets of tires, and one headlight bulb: that is the extent of repairs and maintenance on this bike at this point. It happens to be for sale, because I switched to a Honda CTX700 with fairing. Now I'm curious how that CTX will fare in the next couple of years. I don't think it will beat the Shadow. If you own one, look after it. These bikes are plentiful, but most are treated poorly. Could be a classic in another 20 years.

[@27BILLY99]

just got the same bike ! 3k miles and garage kept. never owned or rode a bike before so this is all new for me, got lots and lots to learn

[@Its_3055]

​@@27BILLY99me too. I'm looking at picking up an 08' tomorrow as my first bike and we'll see how it goes. Never rode a motorcycle so there'll be lots to learn

[@anthonyspanjich2772]

Interesting..... I own a VFR1200f (bombed) and once went on holiday to Thailand and hired various big bikes from Patong big bike hire...... Guess what? My favourite was the Vee twin Honda 750. Not my usual cup of tea but I loved it? Not sure why but it was nice.

[@MrJo1340]

I totally agree. I just sold my Honda Shadow Ace 750 and upgraded to a VTX 1800 C. I rode the shadow for 4 years and loved it. I must admit though after a while it does start to feel underpowered. The best mod I did to my shadow is switch down to a 38 tooth sprocket and did the four degree mod. The problem with the shadow is that after about 5500 RPMs the Power Band drops Like a Stone. I used to have trouble keeping up with my buddies who mostly ride 1500s. After I got my VTX my body's only see my tail lights haha

[@JimmyMelgoza]

I did jets, k and n, power commander, and 38 sprocket on my 98 shadow. Dynoed it from 65hp to 80hp. Miss my mid sized baby.

[@dalehumphrey2477]

@@JimmyMelgoza ...I call bull shit.

[@blackbird69xxx]

@@dalehumphrey2477 Hater

[@markclarke6908]

I agree about being under powered but luckily I don't ride that much to care. Not that I wouldn't jump on getting a shadow with more power. Still a great running bike.

[@nitrorc4life1]

I know this is old video, but was very helpful in confirming my decision on this bike. Grew up on bikes, road one everywhere, day or night, nice or raining weather. Had a bad accident that pit me in crutches for almost 2 years. 20 + years later went to get back on. Did not want to be "wanting" more, but do not want a tank either. The shadow seemed to fit my wants, (no more sport bikes too) never really been a cruiser guy so was unsure if a 750 cruiser. 750 sport bikes had good power to size but no experience with cruisers in this size. And always been a Honda fan, though have owned all four Japanese makes. Hey, I'm half Japanese, what can I say. But am all American beef. Though I have given the Harley sport 750 a look, and suzuki boulevard c50, but shadow I think wins out. Thank you much. I did buy a couple dirt bikes when I healed, so I have been on bikes since, did have a gs500 but was too small. But now its 20+ years later still want more then a 500 but not to much either.

[@fgcvhhbvjhbj]

I was looking for a nice cruiser project, ideally an 1100. I got a Shadow 750 for cheap that didn't need much. Haven't looked back since, that was 5 years ago now.

[@dippyass4u]

I am in that exact situation myself, I have seen a nice 750 (nice for a bit of a clean up project lol) and your comment has helped me decide!

[@brighter22]

I had a 89 Shadow 1100 and hated to sell it abot 10 years ago, looking to replacement and keep seeing the 750s tease me. I dont see why they ar $1000 cheaper than the 1100s. I am pushing 60 and dont need the speed.

[@fgcvhhbvjhbj]

@@brighter22 Unless you're really heavy, the 750 has enough kick to keep you hooked.

[@thebootybandit6464]

@@fgcvhhbvjhbj I’m 5’4 120lb you think I’ll do good in this bike?

[@slayersprayer9661]

I have a 1998 shadow ace with 13k miles. It's basically a family heirloom at this point. It just recently became mine and I'm so excited to finally take it out. Just got my license.

[@brandonframe1743]

Aww, your video ended like the episodes from The Sopranos

[@essexalien7504]

Yep I love my 06 shadow it's a typical Honda and does everything well it's not the fastest bike out there but quite happily sits there at 70-75 all day long

[@rdx9042]

I’m was thinking about getting a Honda shadow and now I’m definitely getting one

[@emanmoral]

You just made my day. You are the first youtuber I've seen starts with a Bible verse. I have a 2013 model of the bike.Thank you. From Sydney, Australia.

[@MicJaguar]

Lol. The windshield is a good option especially in Texas hillcountry. Your going 85mph and a grasshopper or a giant cockroach hits you, your going to feel it. Especially if its in the throat. If you get the right type of windshield and test it out and angle it right to limit the buffing, you shouldn't get that problem. Plus 90% less bug protein in your face and helmet. My head sticks up too but if its a bug day, i hunker down a bit to eliminate that on my VT750DC.

[@mrvwbug4423]

The irony is that "little" 750 Shadow might have comparable power to weight to a lot of the twin cam Harleys given how much lighter it is. Also a great sounding motor, those 750 Shadows are great bikes, plenty of power but manageable enough for a new rider and absolutely rock solid reliable and cheap to maintain.

[@djgilbert3307]

For real. The 88ci. Harley engines can't even keep with my v star 650. And the 96 just barely outruns me.

[@bruceclark5627]

Dj Gilbert i think you need to understand that both riders need to be aware that it's a race.

[@djgilbert3307]

Bruce. They are my riding buddies. We all know it's a race. Get your ego right stop complaining. We all ride we all shot on each others bikes

[@semkok7759]

I ride a zx9r , had my license for 8 months , more scared of the Honda lmao

[@blackbird69xxx]

@@bruceclark5627 Nope u need to understand Harleys suck compared to honda

[@ThePaulooza]

Most people are talking about power... I Own a 1990 Shadow 1100, No one man should have all that power (30 years ago).

[@buckfiden6227]

This is the Bike I’d have if I could ride. (I’m Visually Impaired) It Looks like I think a Motorcycle should look. Honda’s are Said to be very reliable & you & others have said that it’s a good starter bike. GOD Bless You.

[@thinkandrepent3175]

Listen to this kind gentleman everyone. Never take for granted what God has blessed you with. You are not promised anything in this life. Always be greatful and praise Jesus Christ!

[@mr.ms.oddball9499]

I've got bad back, needing surgery. I've had 2 knee surgeries, will need 2 total knee replacements possibly later this year. I've had 14 bikes, everything from sport bikes to full dressers. I've gotta say for me, at this stage in life and with my issues, the 750 shadow is a great fit, still. Had an '02 with mini apes on it, cobra long shots, jet kit and that bike was a beast! Yea, I would like a bigger bike 1100-1300 cc preferably but really, daily driving and the occasional carrying a passenger where I live, this bike just works.

[@barrygoodson4952]

It’s a great bike for any skill rider. I’ve been riding longer than most and have a Bandit 1200 for fast fun and a Shadow 750 to poke around on and take it easy. You can use it for a bar hopper or what I would call a short trip cruiser. Trips of a 1,000 miles or less. You go go cross country easy on it but it wouldn’t be as nice Tom up as a big Tour bike. Just a great do anything kinda cruiser

[@oscargold1554]

Making a video helps many people that like to see them, like me. Maybe you brought comfort and distraction to someone suffering from the effects of that hurricane.

[@TheBnvirulent]

((It grows hair's..)) BAHAHA, that part had me busting up (regarding wind shield) 😂👍

[@spanky522]

I just traded in my '01 750 for a 1300 VTX and there is no big deal. I mean the VTX is a more comfortable cruiser with more power and weight to hold the rod better and it rides smoother. But the 750 was a fun bike to ride and I do miss it, but I can't have three bikes in my shop (also own an VT1100 shadow) The 750 is great bike and I'd ride it across the country with no problem.

[@Backtrap1943]

That's so cool, i'm a 6'3 and i'm looking into getting into this after seeing a nice black shadow in my neighbourhood today. Just cruising and whatnot, would be totally worth it coming from an M4.

[@r_stcyr4598]

I think its the correct ration between power and not loosing your licence. A bit slow over 65 but i rarely go past that

[@VALLAERION]

I'm deciding between this or the Yamaha dragstar 650 for my A2 license. I think the Honda shadow 750 is better. But I prefer the look of the dragstar 650.

[@joecamel6835]

Both are great .

[@OneLowZX4]

So I’ve watched your videos a lot recently since I’m buying my first bike and I just now realized you live in Lancaster PA 😂😂 I used to live in Elizabethtown!

[@yertelt5570]

I have 1998 VT750 ACE, back then they were still chain drive, only the 1100 had shaft, five speed transmission, and they had mechanical lifters so you had to adjust the valve clearance every couple thousand miles. It carried me and my late wife no problem, and we were not exactly svelte, lol. Between the two of us we were pretty much at the recommended max capacity. Hasn't left the shed since I got the road king. One of the things I miss most is the speedometer was on the bars, much easier to see. Going to get it running again and give it to my son for his first street bike.

[@pappydanny58]

You really need something smaller than a 750 to learn on. My first was a 100 Suzuki next was a 400. Next was a 1100 Yamaha which was too top heavy for me. Next a 750 magma that was perfect. Now I have a 750 Honda shadow spirit

[@chasethompson7392]

Just snatched an 09 750 spirit F with 14k and boy I’m in love, such a beautiful bike and a dream to ride

[@GG1_LocomotiveFan]

I just took delivery of a 2022 Honda Shadow Aero which has sat at a local Powersports dealership for a year. The salesman was kind enough to fill the factory empty fuel tank for me. I drove the bike 3 miles home on an 80 degree day. It sat in the sun for about an hour in the driveway. I went out to install a bag onto the passenger seat and detected a strong gasoline smell. I then noticed a 6 inch diameter fuel spill in the ground under the left side of the bike. I kneeled down and noticed two small hoses pointing down and one of the hoses was dripping gasoline. I called the dealership and they sent out my salesman and he wondered why, what he called an overflow hose was leaking fuel. Overflow hose on a fuel injected bike? He then opened the fuel cap and the level was right at the bottom of the filler neck, It was still dripping fuel the next day during the heat of the day. I’ve had two 650 Yamahas and a 103 HD Heritage Softail and never encountered an overflow line. The salesman said they will send someone out on Tuesday, tomorrow June 6 to trailer it back to the dealership. I’ve read this has happened to other Honda 750 Shadow and Phantom owners in a Shadow Forum who had to live with this, what I define as a defect, by not filling the tank up to the fuel filler neck, but somewhere below, which one owner defined as the sweet spot. What in the world?!?! kind of design is this? I described in writing to Honda, Powersports Division a day ago on their website. No reply yet. I refused to ride the leaking bike to the dealership as they asked when I called. I was enthralled with the bike as I was riding it home and I hope the dealership can come up with a solution. Have you experienced or heard of this and what is the other overflow line next to that fuel overflow?

[@Foxbodyguy91]

Just got a 2000 shadow spirit 1100 for $1800. Excellent shape. And it’s my first bike! Absolutely love it

[@jessebecerra2963]

I have a 01 shadow spirit and love it

[@michaeld6262]

I have a Shadow Aero 750, 2009, 22.3.K, 50 mpg avg, and recently was thinking of selling. Here is my list of additions: "A picture is worth a thousand words: Drive Shaft (NOT Chain), Fairing with no cracks, Valves balanced and tune up 2019, steel side covers (not plastic), leather locking saddle bags with key, luggage rack, sissy backrest, driver backrest, engine guards, Hondaline light bar and highway lights with on/off switch, wide rear view mirrors, rear tire 2015, front tire with excellent tread, new battery (2020). After watching all the videos comparing Rebel 300, 500, and looking at bikes by other companies inbetween and of different sizes, none of them is as great as the Aero. Did you know that you can get a driver back rest? So does the faring- keeps 90 of the bugs kissing me... ;) I have one and it makes a big difference on those long runs and all those bumps... It is fast, cool as a cucumber, packed with accessories. Thank you for the video... MD

[@coltwinchester6124]

I just found a 2003 Shadow for a you Younger friend , his first motorcycle. He got it for $2,000. It wasn't running very good when he bought it. After cleaning the rust out of the fuel tank and carburetors, plus putting the top of the air box to the carburetors. It now runs like new. Kinda is new due to the 724 miles on it.

[@jambutty2218]

What’s happened in the bike world. 750 cc Is a big bike, especially with your speed limits. It must be more than adequate.

[@jonathantyree8172]

Love my 1100 shadow sabre...learned to ride on it.. 3rd season for me.

[@janhollon3078]

I live in Houston, Texas and Harvey did quite a lot of damage, mostly flooding. And I don't think a motorcycle would have helped us out, especially when most of the roads got flooded. I do enjoy watching your vids and just be careful.

[@BikerDash]

I used to have a 98 750 ACE. Absolutely loved the bike. And even though they have plenty of power for their intended purpose, the older chain drive twin carb models have plenty of room for more power. With modding the intake, a free flowing exhaust, rejetting the carbs, and a dyna 3000 ignition, I had boosted power to where I the bike would be pulling hard all the way to where I was bouncing off the new rev limit (7k) at 127 mph. I wish I had kept her, and spent some coin on new cams and higher compression pistons. Awesome bikes! I love them.

[@JimmyMelgoza]

Same here.

[@trentsteel1542]

How about something that takes the hair off my back instead 🤣

[@dustystarr4181]

I bought my wife a 750 Shadow I've owned them before just like the one he's riding I took it out for a test ride had it cruising at 90 they're great bikes

[@GruesomePizza1992]

Get my first bike ever a 02 shadow 750 delivered in just a few days, I am so excited. The guy selling it to me is going to show me how to ride and throw in a helmet.

[@jeffw1246]

like your videos and looking at your site. just don't understand why mid range bikes are considered small. used to be 1,000cc was a monster bike. just got an 06 Suzuki C50 after 25 years since last bike. plenty of power, gorgeous v-twin, I did put a small windshield on so as not to spoil the looks. my picks for a bike would be the C50, Vulcan 900 classic or V-star. But then I'd have to try a "big" bike to know what size I like best.

[@mrvwbug4423]

Cruiser motors got huge, even though the power didn't go up by a huge amount. That 750 Shadow is still a 55-60hp bike and when you factor in how much heavier the big inch cruisers are, that 75hp 103 inch Harley might have worse power to weight.

[@barrysfronthousecam2539]

im 61 years young iv had and rode bikes from 100cc to 1400cc i am now riding a 750 shadow for him to say its a starter bike to me is ridiculous you choose the bike you like i like my shadow for the sound the gas price and most of all the insurance is low pic the bike you want i say dont let other tell you its not right for you just like everyone says you got to have a harley .harley is just a name lol .anyway just had to say cheers man

[@barrysfronthousecam2539]

vulcans are a great looking bike to me as well

[@sr55r]

agreed, i see why a 125 or a 250 can be called a "beginner bike" but calling a 750 starter bike, that guy is not serious.

[@barrysfronthousecam2539]

yep 750 is not a starter bike

[@George-pf8zb]

I rode one of these many times on the highway (70 mph) without a windshield for about 6 to 8 hours and the body fatigue from sitting up in constant wind was ridiculous! Nothing manly about feeling dog-tired while riding 75 mph!. Got a Memphis Shades full windshield, and it makes a huge improvement on highway rides. Plus it blocks the 1,000 bugs that wanted to splat my face and jacket. I like this guy's video but his advice about windshields is way off. If you get the right height and angle, a windshield makes highway rides so easy. On this bike, the right height is top of windshield even with the tip of your nose. The right angle on this bike is when windshield follows the angle of the forks perfectly, like a linear extension of the forks if you step off and look from either side. Most everything else he said, I agree with. Other good upgrade: mini floorboards instead of stock footpegs. The stock handlebars vibrated along with high engine RPM's at highway speed, so I got heavier handlebars.

[@markclarke6908]

Yeah. I have a wittle bitty windshield. Normally not a problem but windy days make me work a bit harder. Can be crazy. 🤪

[@adamamelsberg5702]

right guy doesnt ride enough to take his advice on anything, windsheilds i used to and still think their ugly, but now that ive riden behind one,, i wont fly any other way not for long hauls at least, and anyone who says you dont need a 1500 for cruiser smh its better to have and not need than need and not have, and Cruiser implies (CRUISING) so you get 350lbs of gear on a 750cc shit with your lady riding backburner you aint hardly passing road signs,

[@bz3248]

I have a 01' 750 ACE, not bad in town but the hi-way it's under powered. I had a 82 V45 Magna before the ACE. That bike went pretty good.

[@MicJaguar]

I fixed up a like new condition 02 Honda Shadow VT750. Rebuilt the carb cuz it sat for two years. Owner couldn't fix it. Figured out what was wrong and $400 later I have what looks like a new bike. Of course I rep laced the tires and some other bits to be on the safe side but mostly just took a carb rebuild and only that was the jets and some float needles. Runs perfect. It sounds way meatier that the one in your video. Perhaps they did something to the exhaust or may yours is fuel injected. Not sure. But I get a good amount of power for passing and easily hit it's speed limit of 100mph. They are good, fun entry bikes and easy to manage. You can modify them a bit for storage or whatever. Super easy to work on.

[@tinkertanner165]

Chris B Chain Drive? Perhaps you have a Shadow ACE. That bikes is similar to the Aero, but better in differences in my opinion.

[@MicJaguar]

Its chain driven but the VIN number and parts all match the 2002 Shadow spirit VT750DC. However there are so many slight variations i guess it doesn't matter too much for 80% of the parts. I also suspect the baffles were removed by previous owner as you can look straight down the pipes and see the weird coily stuff on the sides.

[@patmoyne271]

Chris B Q

[@vkhiev]

I have the same aero bike same color black cherry love it. It was 1st true bike upgraded from Ruckus. It's an intermediate bike quite heavy n powerful not so easy to learn. I went with 750cc not planning to upgrade soon. Wish it's abit higher ground clearance. So far so good

[@omarbernal2408]

Well today i just bougth my very first motorbike, a 2009 shadow 750 aero 9600 miles, $2400 . AND THIS BIKE IS NOT FOR BEGINNERS! maybe cause I'm to short for a guy? I am 5'6 170 pounds. And i fell like its a big heavy bike. Why does everyone say its a good entry begginer bike? level? Maybe motor size? I fell like im learning in a big bike.

[@mrdishes7874]

My wife has a '08 honda shadow 750 spirit and I find that at highway speeds, the floorboards are buzzy as well as the handlebar. Overall it's a nice bike

[@markclarke6908]

I have a 2006. Great all around bike. My daughter loves our rides. Runs like a champ.

[@BloodPlusPwn]

I just got me a 98 Shadow 750, and I'll probably just ride it til it does, then just get a new 750 lol. This bike feels so good, it sounds fantastic and it is damn beautiful. I bought this thing for 2000 bucks and I wouldn't... well I would trade it for a 12000 dollar Harley, but then I'd just sell it and go buy another Shadow haha

[@quintonbrownfield6677]

Just got a 2009 shadow 750 spirit. The guy that owned it before me had the tank stretched, put on cobra pipes, k&n filter, and jetted the carbs. Oh and a brand new beautiful black paint job and lowered the bike, 7k miles $2,400.

[@BrewingwithBill]

Love your channel buddy. But for God's sake, mount the bike from the left side like everyone else. That being said. You can never go wrong with a Honda. P.s. I ride a 98 Honda shadow Touring bike.( VT1100T)

[@bobreesjr9501]

I have 2009 Honda Shadow Spirit. My 4th Honda. Thanks for making the video.

[@hondamotorsrider]

In this video, you talk about storms and hurricanes occurring and how crazy it is. I’m watching it in 2020... 😂😂😂

[@upgraddeupgradde2364]

I wanted to see how it performed on the freeway. looked good to me.

[@collinwilson4223]

2004 shadow areo ,great bike only tires and oil changes and service bars shield lowers bags back rest rider jardine bar marlin clock ,cruiser black

[@mariojames9696]

Do y’all recommend this for a beginner ?

[@professormadlad7773]

would the 750 shadow be a good next motorcycle for me i have a 250 rebel right now

[@exanimisrex3808]

The perfect bike for me. I love my 2000 ace

[@MeyerBen27]

Damn Sean, you sounded pretty eager to have a big man straddle you on the back of the bike. Something you wanna come out of?

[@LandLockedSailor69]

My dad had this same bike with dam near the same set up. He always had big touring bikes my whole life but as he got older this was perfect for him. He missed the passing power for highway 70mph+ but would always say if you just wanna get out and cruise around (that was 2-4 hours of driving around the state to him) its all you need.

[@chrisbystrak7967]

I have a 2015 harley street bob. Rode it 3.5 hours to a rally this summer with my girlfriend following me in the truck with her 2002 honda shadow 600 vlx. Well my harley died on me 5 miles into the way back home and i had to put it in the trailer and ride the girlfriend's shadow back. What a nice ride. Bike was awesome. Comfortable, just enough power to keep up with traffic, smooth, just all around a great purchase. Glad she bought it and id ride it anytime.

[@joelabella750]

A nice cruiser motorcycle is all you really need for it’s comfy and you can take your time traveling plus the seat is very low….

[@gordonbezanson4710]

I just bought a 2003 spirit with the purple flames Vance and hines lots after market chrome. I love it and I use to own a 2005 1200 custom sporty and I like this more..

[@TheWhiteGuy82]

I got my 2012 Phantom up to 100mph on the highway the other day with 400lbs of flesh on the back. The 750 is more than enough for anyone who wants a reliable bike for riding instead of flash.

[@bertmonroe2605]

These bike are for any man or women anybody these things are better than a Harley there forgiving and all the power anyone needs great bike guys great bikes

[@donmagermans8880]

Love my '85 Honda Shadow, still rides like new 😎

[@BikerThoth]

I've got a friend that's selling me his. How do they do over long road trips? There's a 585 mile trip I'm hoping to make in May of next year.

[@BikerThoth]

@@donmagermans8880 Thanks! Much appreciated!

[@barrysfronthousecam2539]

buy the bike you want the one that appeals to you don't worry what others think don't buy a harley on the basis that people don't think you have a good bike because its not a harley

[@jondaigle3821]

barrys front house cam I want a Harley but my wallet disagrees.

[@OkinInc]

Jon Daigle Know how you feel mate. Still, I love my Shadow.

[@sweettooth80]

I love my 06 1100 Shadow spirit!! 8k miles and runs soooo smooth

[@tbillyjoeroth]

8000 miles in 13 years? What's the hurry?

[@brunog1800]

I rented one of these for a cross country trip once. And what a gutless pos! I had a 450 nighthawk in the 90s with more power. I tried to pass a trucker in the Mojave with a headwind and couldn't do it. Had to give up and ride behind him.

[@timhorack5468]

My first bike was a 2006 Aero. Looked just like this but with Vance and Hines Short Shots. Had it for 7 years and did nothing but tires and oil changes. Fantastic ride

[@reelreeler8778]

A 750 is all you need for a nice highway bike. Back in my day used to have an R-75/5 and it did just fine on the highway.

[@MrBluesluver]

Last summer I followed (on my Spirit 1100) a friend on her 750 Aero for about 200 miles and she was doing 80-85 mph all the way.

[@JimmyLarsen1]

I’ve Never seen this guy say a bike is bad as far as problems go. I wish he would be more blunt. But he wants to sell bikes though and I still love the videos

[@glenmo1]

750 cc shadow . Is a fine bike for cruising or commuting... Plenty of power.. think about this! The original Honda goldwing..was 1000 cc!!!... Back in 1977 I purchased a Honda hawk 400.. at the time my dad had a Suzuki 500 twin two-stroke! We rode those bikes everywhere on a long cruising rides.. never a problem.. I could have used some highway pegs on the hawk 400.. perhaps one more gear would have been nice.. but that bike was real quick.. my dad eventually bought a Suzuki 750..-4 .. it was a nice bike for cruising but never handled like the 500 or my hawk 400...

[@jacobinfante375]

Is $2,750 a good price for one of these days driven 3,894 miles

[@motoryzen]

1:16 to 1:21 I disagree that it is a great bike for a beginner. Two main reasons = 1. Heavy. At 530 something pounds versus 230 to 373 pounds for most of the actual beginner bikes, this shadow will be much more difficult to master maneuvering and of course harder to lift back up from when the noob inevitably drops or low sides the bike. 2. Bulkier- how often do you see noobs at the endorsement test on a damn Honda Goldwin g, Harley, or Yamaha or even the Kawasaki concourse trying to pass the driving part of that test if they know there is a slalom course to navigate? Very rarely. So sorry again I couldn't disagree more. Most start out within a range of a 125cc to maybe a 400cc class bike(from to ninja 400 2018 for examples). Even a cbr500 class with a 471cc and weight if barely over 420 pounds with its reasonable size would be wiser to learn on

[@jaylara1353]

tpcs Hello Friend. 2005 Honda shadow aero 750 was my first bike. I'm 5'5 170lbs. Got this bike when was 19 without prior experience, this bike was was absolutely perfect. It was not too heavy, and easily manageable.

[@motoryzen]

Jay Lara very cool. Congrats ,sincerely, but not every acclimates to a heavier motorcycle as fast as you possibly did. Now having said that, I do respect the opinion of those claiming not to stay on the interstate highway, speeds of 65 mph or more, for very long in a 250cc or smaller engine sized motorcycle. Safe journeys to ya.

[@mamieivey388]

tpcs I'm a new Rider well 2 years now and I love my Honda 750 Shadow Spirit and I am a 5'5'' woman. A smaller bike would be scary on the highway! As far as picking up a bike if you know what your doing it's no big deal if you know how to do it properly.

[@motoryzen]

Mamie Ivey yes, but my points still make sense. All good vibes meant though. I disagree about a bike lighter than 500 pounds being scarier to operate on the interstate highway. I ride my 365 pound Rebel 300 every day to work in the interstate doing 60 mph and I'm just fine. It's all about the beginner taking reasonable baby steps in terms of speeds. I started only riding in my neighborhood for two weeks straight every day. Then I tip toed in a frontage road -35mph speed limit there. Next got my endorsement and road some on my highway -not interstate mind you-45mph and 50 mph road. Now I'm comfy at 70mph on the interstate after a little under two months of owning the bike. I'll admit though, I can respect why some say a 286cc might not be powerful enough for them if fast acceleration is a priority, but I Knew that going into that purchase. I might move up to a Ninja 400 towards the end of the year and trade my rebel 300 in and pay cash. (Shrugs)

[@paulward9553]

I started on a 2003 Honda Shadow ace. Spent a good while in a parking lot feeling the clutch and getting used to turning. I had no problems when I transitioned to the road. Driving test was a breeze.

[@hard2getitrightagain314]

I spend lots of time shaving chest hair. Hand me that alan wrench and hold the Plexiglas steady, please.

[@stephenrichie4646]

Had a 2001 A.C.E. model. Put 50,000 miles on it. Lots of good times. Great for the back roads. I prefer a bigger bike for the slab; always felt these bikes could use another gear on top.