Honda 2005 VTX1800C User Manual

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Important Safety Information
Motorcycle Safety
Always Wear a HelmetYour motorcycle can provide many years
of service and pleasure if you take
responsibility for your own safety and
understand the challenges you can meet
while riding.
There is much that you can do to protect
yourself when you ride. You’ll find many
helpful recommendations throughout this
manual. The following are a few that we
consider most important.
It’s a proven fact: helmets significantly
reduce the number and severity of head
injuries. So always wear an approved
motorcycle helmet and make sure your
passenger does the same. We also
recommend that you wear eye protection,
sturdy boots, gloves, and other protective
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Honda 2005 VTX1800C Specifications

General

Engine Type	1795cc liquid-cooled 52° V-twin
Bore and Stroke	101.0mm x 112.0mm
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
Induction	PGM-FI with automatic choke
Transmission	Five-speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Front Suspension	45mm inverted fork
Front Suspension Travel	5.1 inches
Rear Suspension Travel	3.9 inches
Front Tire	130/70R-18
Rear Tire	180/70R-16
Wheelbase	67.5 inches
Ignition	Digital with three-dimensional mapping
Front Brakes	Dual 296mm discs
Rear Brakes	Single 316mm disc
Fuel Capacity	5.3 gallons