Honda
Shadow RS
The Honda Shadow RS is a premier cruiser motorcycle. Experience cutting-edge engineering with its 745 cc V-twin, perfectly tuned for the ultimate ride.
Horsepower
42 HP
Top Speed
100 MPH
Weight
507 lbs
About the Honda Shadow RS
The Honda Shadow RS breaks traditional cruiser molds by incorporating roadster ergonomics and nimble handling. It blends classic V-twin character with a higher, sportier riding position.
The reliable 745cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine utilizes Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) to ensure crisp throttle response and easy startups in any weather condition, while the dual exhausts produce a satisfying rumble.
Perfect for urban commuting, weekend cruising, and newer riders, the Shadow RS is accessible, incredibly reliable, and stylishly understated.
Shadow RS Specifications
Engine
- type
- Liquid-cooled 52-degree V-twin
- displacement
- 745 cc
- cylinders
- 2
- cooling
- Liquid
- fuel System
- PGM-FI
- transmission
- 5-speed
Performance
- horsepower
- 42 HP @ 5,500 rpm
- torque
- 47 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
- top Speed
- 100 MPH
Chassis
- front Suspension
- 41mm fork
- rear Suspension
- Dual shocks with 5-position spring preload
- front Brake
- Single 296mm disc
- rear Brake
- Drum
Dimensions
- seat Height
- 29.4 in
- wet Weight
- 507 lbs
- fuel Capacity
- 2.8 gal
Key Features
Classic V-Twin
A legendary 52-degree layout that produces abundant low-end torque and a classic exhaust note.
Roadster Ergonomics
Higher footpegs and a flatter handlebar provide a more commanding and active riding position than traditional cruisers.
PGM-FI
Honda's advanced fuel injection ensures smooth power delivery and excellent fuel economy.
Honda Reliability
Built with industry-leading quality control for decades of trouble-free riding.
Customize the Shadow RS in 3D
Use BikeModifier's interactive 3D studio to experiment with different visual combinations before settling on your ideal build.
- PaintExplore different body colors while preserving decals.
- Wheels & ExhaustPreview performance parts directly on the motorcycle.
- 3D ViewingRotate, zoom and inspect from multiple angles.
How BikeModifier Works
Choose
Select your base model.
Customize
Change paint, wheels, exhaust.
Explore
Inspect your build in full 3D.
A Cruiser that Loves Corners
While most cruisers lock you into a laid-back, feet-forward posture that compromises control, the Shadow RS places the rider in an upright, active stance. The footpegs are moved rearward and the bars are raised slightly, transforming the bike from a straight-line boulevard cruiser into a machine that actually enjoys navigating tight city streets and sweeping canyon roads.
The 745cc V-twin is the definition of bulletproof. It won't win any drag races, but it possesses a charming character, delivering a steady thrum of torque the moment you let the clutch out. It is arguably one of the most accessible and friendly mid-size cruisers ever built.