How do I adjust the rear suspension on my motorcycle?
To adjust the preload on your bike’s rear shock, you will need a C-spanner to loosen the top locking ring and spin it up the shock to gain access to the adjuster ring. If you want to increase preload so the spring has less travel and to make the bike feel stiffer, turn the adjuster ring clockwise.
Can you raise the front end of a Shadow 750?
Depending on your desired look the front end of these motorcycles can be raised for a more raked chopper look or lowered for a custom bobber look. The information below is primarily focused on the VT750DC however it applies to the C2 spirit and all other models of 750 shadow as well. Read more…
Is the Honda Shadow Aero comfortable to ride?
Sure, part of that is due to the chrome highlights, the V-twin engine and the swept-back twin exhaust. And thanks to the low-slung seat, pullback handlebar, and forward-set pegs, the Aero is also extraordinarily comfortable to ride, too. Why not see for yourself? Want to combine classic looks with modern engineering?
What kind of shaft does a Honda Shadow Aero 750 use?
Kawasaki’s Vulcan 750, Suzuki’s 800s and Yamaha’s 650 V-Stars all use shaft final drive. It was an obvious direction for Honda. The bike’s 52-degree V-twin mill starts fairly easily, though occasional deployment of the left-side choke knob speeds things up on cold mornings.
What kind of shocks do I need for a Shadow 750?
You could swap your stock shocks for a stock set of Honda Rebel 250 shocks (10.5″) on the stiffest setting. Another option are Burley Slammers for a 04-10 HD Sportster or if you do a lot of 2 up riding for a similar year Dyna.
Sure, part of that is due to the chrome highlights, the V-twin engine and the swept-back twin exhaust. And thanks to the low-slung seat, pullback handlebar, and forward-set pegs, the Aero is also extraordinarily comfortable to ride, too. Why not see for yourself? Want to combine classic looks with modern engineering?
How tall is the rear end of a Shadow 750?
Although the Shadow 750 bikes look good in their factory form the rear ride height often has the appearance of a dirt bike in that is very high off of the ground which makes lowering the rear end a must for a different ride quality as well as a more cosmetically pleasing stance.
Can a Shadow 750 spirit be raised or lowered?
Depending on your desired look the front end of these motorcycles can be raised for a more raked chopper look or lowered for a custom bobber look. The information below is primarily focused on the VT750DC however it applies to the C2 spirit and all other models of 750 shadow as well.
You could swap your stock shocks for a stock set of Honda Rebel 250 shocks (10.5″) on the stiffest setting. Another option are Burley Slammers for a 04-10 HD Sportster or if you do a lot of 2 up riding for a similar year Dyna.