Honda 2005 VTX1800C User Manual

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Before Riding
Before Riding
Before each ride, you need to make sure
you and your Honda are both ready to ride.
To help get you prepared, this section
discusses how to evaluate your riding
readiness, what items you should check on
your motorcycle, and adjustments to make
for your comfort, convenience, or safety.
This section also includes important
information about loading.
For information about adjusting the
suspension on your Honda, see page .
.....................AreYouReadytoRide .44
.............................Protective Apparel . 44
...................................Rider Training . 46
...Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride . 47
............................Pre-ride Inspection . 47
.....................Load Limits & Guidelines . 50
..............................................Loading . 50
.......................................Load Limits . 51
...........................Loading Guidelines . 52
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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