Indian Spirit vs Honda Shadow Aero 750
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Indian Spirit vs Honda Shadow Aero 750. Indian Spirit: ~70 hp @ 5,500 rpm (estimated, varies by year/configuration) hp, ~295 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~185 km/h (estimated). Honda Shadow Aero 750: 45 hp @ 5,500 rpm (estimated; Honda did not officially publish power figures for this model) hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world cruising comfort peaks around 130-140 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Indian Spirit
Honda Shadow Aero 750
Horsepower (hp)
70 hp
45 hp
Torque (Nm)
110 Nm
61 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
295 kg
228 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
~70 hp @ 5,500 rpm (estimated, varies by year/configuration)
45 hp @ 5,500 rpm (estimated; Honda did not officially publish power figures for this model)
Torque
~110 Nm @ 3,500 rpm (estimated)
61 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
~185 km/h (estimated)
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world cruising comfort peaks around 130-140 km/h)
Weight
~295 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~7.5 L/100km (estimated, real-world cruising)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Indian Spirit
"Verify the exact model name before any money changes hands."
Pros
+Model name needs verification
+Indian brand generally reliable
+Strong dealer network exists
Cons
−Model doesn't appear to exist
−Documentation risk if mislabeled
−Parts sourcing complications possible
Honda Shadow Aero 750
7.8/10
"The sensible cruiser choice that rarely breaks your heart or wallet."
Pros
+Legendary Honda reliability
+Smooth, tractable V-twin
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Carb sensitive to ethanol fuel
−Chrome ages poorly
−Rear shock deteriorates fast
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