Honda VT 600 CD Shadow VLX Deluxe vs ATK GV650 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT 600 CD Shadow VLX Deluxestacks up against the ATK GV650. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT 600 CD Shadow VLX DeluxeATK GV650
Model year20022016
Price$6,995
Engine583 cc647 cc
Horsepower80 hp
Torque67 Nm
Weight208 kg218 kg
Seat height26 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity3.5 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. 2 pistons calipers, floating rotor
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc. 2 pistons caliper, floating rotor
Tires100/90-19 / 170/80-15 120/70-ZR18 / 180/55-ZR17

Honda VT 600 CD Shadow VLX Deluxe vs ATK GV650 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT 600 CD Shadow VLX Deluxe and the ATK GV650 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT 600 CD Shadow VLX Deluxe brings its published horsepower in a 208 kg package, while the ATK GV650 counters with 80 hp at 218 kg.

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: