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Honda VTX 1800 Performance Cruiser - 2006 Specifications and Reviews
The 2006 Honda VTX 1800 is a heavyweight cruiser that appeals to riders seeking classic style with modern reliability. Its massive 1795cc V-twin engine delivers commanding power and torque, making it best known for combining traditional cruiser aesthetics with advanced fuel injection technology. Built for comfortable long-distance riding, the VTX suits experienced riders who value smooth performance and shaft-drive practicality.
2006
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2006 |
| Model | Honda VTX 1800 Performance Cruiser |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | Digital with three-dimensional mapping,two spark plugs per cylinder |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with automatic choke |
| Bore x stroke | 101.0 x 112.0 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 1795.00 ccm (109.53 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,717 mm (67.6 inches) |
| Seat height | 701 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 332.9 kg (734.0 pounds) |
Honda VTX 1800 Performance Cruiser dimensions and frame | |
| 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 | 130/70-R18 |
| 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 | 45.0mm inverted fork |
| Trail | 152 mm (6.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 31.5° |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Black/Flame, Metallic Silver |
| Fuel capacity | 18.16 litres (4.80 gallons) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
4.8s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track10%
City40%
Cornering30%
Daily Riding60%
Touring60%
Passenger65%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Suited to riders who already have some experience with big, heavy cruisers and are comfortable managing low-speed weight. |
| Purpose | Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and highway rides where big V-twin torque and presence matter more than outright cornering agility. |
| Rider Fit | A low seat height makes it approachable for shorter riders, but the substantial dry weight demands decent upper-body and core strength at parking-lot speeds. |
| Character | A big-bore, torque-heavy performance cruiser that trades nimbleness for a commanding stance, deep exhaust note, and relaxed high-speed cruising manners. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders wanting a lightweight, flickable bike for tight city streets or aggressive cornering. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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