impression of the American Classic was a
positive one.
And what will it cost? Well, it all
depends which paint pattern you want.
The solid-pattern Shadow is the cheapest
with a manufacturers suggested retail
price of $8999, the "A" pattern is $9299,
and the more comp lex "8" pattern will
set you back $9499.
Honda will offer a handful of accessories for the American Classic, including
a windshield, an engine guard, a rear carrier, a backrest, a backrest/rear carrier
mount kit and a rear fender protector. C\"
(Above) This Shadow features the " A" pallern and boasts a price tag
slightly less than that of the " B" pattern model at $9299. Cosmetics aren't
the only changes, Internally, the new Shadow uses a single-pin crank
assembly, and the motor Is now rubber-mounted to t he frame. The
American Classic Is a torque monster. (Below) The " solid" pallern Shadow
carries the smallest MSRP at $8999. The 4.2"9allon gas tank holds nearly a
gallon more th an the '94 Shadow.
VT1100C2
Specificatiolls
engine Type . . .. 1099cc liquid-eooled,
45-degree V-twin
Bore and Stroke .. . 87.5mm x 91.4mm
CompreSsIon Ratio
8.0:1
Valve Train
SOHC.
3 valves per cylinder
Carburetlon
26mm CV (2)
Ignition :
Solid·state digital
Transmission
5-speed
Final Drive
Shaft
Suspension Front
41mm fol1<,
6.3 inches travel
SusPension Rear
Dual shocks
w/5-way spring-preload
Brakes Front
Single disc
w/twin-piston caliper
Brakes Rear
Disc
Tire Front :
120/90-18
Tire Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170180-15
Wheelbase
65.0 in.
Seat Height
28.7 in.
Dry Weight
573.2 Ibs.
Fuel Capacity
4.2 gal. 0.6 res.
Color
Custom Color Program
