Yamaha V-star 1100 vs Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha V-star 1100 vs Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit. Yamaha V-star 1100: 62 hp @ 5,750 rpm hp, 272 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit: 45 hp @ 5,500 rpm hp, 236 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha V-star 1100
Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit
Horsepower (hp)
62 hp
45 hp
Torque (Nm)
87 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
272 kg
236 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
62 hp @ 5,750 rpm
45 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque
87 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
60 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
170 km/h
Weight
272 kg (wet/curb weight)
236 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha V-star 1100
7.5/10
"A dependable, unpretentious cruiser that rewards patient, practical riders."
Pros
+Shaft drive, zero maintenance
+Exceptional long-term reliability
+Smooth, torquey V-twin
Cons
−Suspension genuinely poor stock
−Carb needs attention neglected
−Cramped for taller riders
Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit
7.8/10
"The most reliable used cruiser under four grand, full stop."
Pros
+Nearly unbreakable engine reliability
+Shaft drive, no chain hassle
+Low, confidence-inspiring seat height
Cons
−Carb models need regular attention
−Suspension tuning is basic
−Limited aftermarket performance parts
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