Honda VTX1800T - 2011 Specifications and Reviews
The 2011 Honda VTX1800T is a heavyweight cruiser-based tourer designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance cruising with classic styling. Powered by a 1795cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine producing strong low-end torque, it excels at highway touring while maintaining the laid-back cruiser character. The VTX1800T is best known for combining authentic cruiser aesthetics with practical touring capability and reliable Honda engineering.
2011
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2011 |
| Model | Honda VTX1800T |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA standards |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Digital, two spark plugs per cylinder |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. PGM-FI with automatic choke |
| Valves per cylinder | 3 |
| Bore x stroke | 101.0 x 112.0 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Torque | 101.00 Nm (10.3 kgf-m or 74.5 ft.lbs) |
| Engine details | 52° V-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1795.00 ccm (109.53 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 316 mm (12.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 296 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/70-R16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 150/80-R17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Dual shocks with five-position spring preload adjustability |
| Front suspension travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Front suspension | 45mm inverted fork |
| Trail | 163 mm (6.4 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
| Frame type | 45mm inverted fork; 5.1 inches travel |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,715 mm (67.5 inches) |
| Seat height | 696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 362.9 kg (800.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Black, Black/Candy Black Cherry, Black/Metallic Blue |
| Factory warranty | One-year unlimited-mileage limited warranty |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
5s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track10%
City35%
Cornering30%
Daily Riding55%
Touring78%
Passenger75%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders with some experience handling heavy cruisers, given its substantial weight and long wheelbase. |
| Purpose | Built for relaxed highway cruising and long-distance touring rather than sport riding or commuting agility. |
| Rider Fit | Its low seat height suits shorter riders, but the near 363 kg mass demands strength and confidence at low speeds and when maneuvering. |
| Character | A big, torquey V-twin cruiser that delivers smooth, effortless power and a commanding, stable presence on the open road. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight city runabout. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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