Honda Shadow VLX vs Honda Shadow VTX Deluxe (2007)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Shadow VLXstacks up against the Honda Shadow VTX Deluxe. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda Shadow VLX | Honda Shadow VTX Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2007 | 2005 |
| Price | $5,499 | $5,399 |
| Engine | 583 cc | 583 cc |
| Weight | 205 kg | 208 kg |
| Seat height | 26 mm | 26 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.9 L | 2.9 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. 2-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 100/90-19 / 170/80-15 | 100/90-19 / 170/80-15 |
Honda Shadow VLX vs Honda Shadow VTX Deluxe — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda Shadow VLX and the Honda Shadow VTX Deluxe usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Shadow VLX brings its published horsepower in a 205 kg package, while the Honda Shadow VTX Deluxe counters with its own power figure at 208 kg. On price, the Honda Shadow VTX Deluxe has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: