Honda VTX1800N vs Honda VTX 1800 R (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VTX1800Nstacks up against the Honda VTX 1800 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VTX1800NHonda VTX 1800 R
Model year20112007
Price$15,999$13,999
Engine1795 cc1795 cc
Weight340 kg
Seat height27 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires150/80-R17 / 180/70-R16 150/80-R17 / 180/70-R16

Honda VTX1800N vs Honda VTX 1800 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VTX1800N and the Honda VTX 1800 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VTX1800N brings its published horsepower, while the Honda VTX 1800 R counters with its own power figure at 340 kg. On price, the Honda VTX 1800 R 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: