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Honda VTX 1800 Retro Cruiser - 2006 Specifications and Reviews
The 2006 Honda VTX 1800 Retro Cruiser delivers classic cruiser styling powered by a massive 1795cc V-twin engine, making it ideal for riders seeking commanding presence and low-end torque. Known for its authentic vintage aesthetics combined with modern reliability, this bike excels in highway cruising and commanding attention on the road.
2006
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2006 |
| Model | Honda VTX 1800 Retro Cruiser |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | Digital, two spark plugs per cylinder |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 3 |
| 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) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,715 mm (67.5 inches) |
| Seat height | 696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 340.2 kg (750.0 pounds) |
Honda VTX 1800 Retro 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 | 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 | 45.0mm inverted fork |
| Trail | 163 mm (6.4 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Black, Metallic Silver/Black, Dark Red/Black |
| Fuel capacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 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%
City45%
Cornering35%
Daily Riding60%
Touring65%
Passenger70%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders with at least some experience handling heavy, big-displacement cruisers, given the substantial weight and long wheelbase. |
| Purpose | Built for relaxed boulevard cruising and highway travel rather than sport riding, with a massive V-twin delivering strong low-end torque for effortless rolling power. |
| Rider Fit | The low seat height makes it approachable for shorter riders, but the nearly 340 kg dry weight demands confidence and strength at parking-lot speeds and in tight maneuvers. |
| Character | A classic American-style retro cruiser character with deep V-twin torque, shaft-drive smoothness, and styling-focused presence over outright performance. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders wanting agile cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable machine for tight twisty roads. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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