2009 HONDA Shadow Aero,

It’s no surprise that the Shadow Aero has been one of Honda’s best selling middleweight cruisers. With one look you’ll note a slew of features—the 749cc V-twin, bullet-style mufflers, classic fenders, spoked wheels, a ton of chrome, and five gorgeous new paint schemes—you’d expect on a bike twice this size. For twice the price. The Shadow Aero. Proof that when you choose a Honda quality and value is standard.

ENGINE

• Engine Type: 745cc liquid-cooled 52-degree V-twin
• Bore and Stroke: 79.0mm x 76.0mm
• Induction: Single 34.0mm CV type
• Ignition: CD with electronic advance, two spark plugs per cylinder
• Compression Ratio: 9.6:1
• Valve Train: SOHC; three valves per cylinder

DRIVE TRAIN

• Transmission: Wide-ratio five-speed
• Final Drive: Shaft

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

• Front Suspension: 41.0mm fork; 4.6-inch travel
• Rear Suspension: Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 3.5-inch travel
• Front Brake: Single 296 mm disc with twin-piston caliper
• Rear Brake: 180 mm Drum
• Front Tires: 120/90-17
• Rear Tires: 160/80-15

DIMENSIONS

• Rake: 34°
• Trail: 161mm (6.3 inches)
• Wheelbase: 64.5 inches
• Seat Height: 25.9 inches
• Curb Weight: 553 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel—ready to ride)
• Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gallons, including 0.9-gallon reserve