Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX vs Hyosung GV650 Pro (2017)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT 600 Shadow VLXstacks up against the Hyosung GV650 Pro. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX | Hyosung GV650 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2004 | 2017 |
| Price | $4,999 | $6,999 |
| Engine | 583 cc | 647 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 79 hp |
| Torque | — | 67 Nm |
| Weight | — | 232 kg |
| Seat height | 26 mm | 27 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.9 L | 4.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 4-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc. Semi floating discs, 2 pistons calipers |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc. 2 pistons caliper |
| Tires | 100/90-19 / 170/80-15 | 120/70-ZR18 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX vs Hyosung GV650 Pro — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX and the Hyosung GV650 Pro usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX brings its published horsepower, while the Hyosung GV650 Pro counters with 79 hp at 232 kg. On price, the Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX 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: