Just picked up a 2008 in 2024 only has 15k miles on in new exhaust mini apes solid bags and it’s my first bike and I’m having a damn blast man if anyone sees this and you’re thinking about getting a bike GET ONE

Hi, I'm an old man, and 32 years ago I had an intruder 800cc, now 32 years later I bought an Honda Shadow 750, I'm in love again... And ty, great video, you're great too From Costa Rica: pura vida hermano! Sorry for my bad english

I love how a 750 cc, almost 2.5m and 260kg bike is a small lightweight entry bike according to american standards

Have a 2004 with 60K and other than oil change and tires I've spent nothing on the bike, so dependable!

I just picked up a 2004 Honda Shadow 750 this week for $650! Just a little over 3,000 miles on the bike and everything on this bike is factory. Previous owner left it sitting for 10 years. This week I took the bike on a four-hour ride and it ran like a champ!!! Well worth the money.

I've owned lots of cruisers, like yourself. Ridden plenty more. Indians, Harley's, Honda's, Suzuki's, Kawasakis. The 750 shadow is the absolute epitome of a cruiser I think. Something about it, it's just right.

I have a hard tail 06 750 spirit, it sounds awesome straight piped. Even Harley guys compliment it. It was my first bike, I'm a smaller guy at 5'4 145lbs, so I don't think I'll ever need a bigger bike.

The Shadow my third bike and my first new bike I bought. I have traveled between Victoria, BC to Edmonton, Alberta (X3), and all over Washington State, USA numerous times. It does have plenty of power and handles HIGHWAYs and backroads, takes the counters with ease.

Once upon a time, 750 was big. 500 was enough.

I'm the one that bought this bike got to ride it the other day and I'm happy with it nice bike. would I buy a nother one from SRK if they had one I was interested YES I would. everything went gust Like they said it would. thank you!

I just got a 2007 shadow 750 today and and I love it. Has all the power I need.

I totally agree. I just sold my Honda Shadow Ace 750 and upgraded to a VTX 1800 C. I rode the shadow for 4 years and loved it. I must admit though after a while it does start to feel underpowered. The best mod I did to my shadow is switch down to a 38 tooth sprocket and did the four degree mod. The problem with the shadow is that after about 5500 RPMs the Power Band drops Like a Stone. I used to have trouble keeping up with my buddies who mostly ride 1500s. After I got my VTX my body's only see my tail lights haha

So just to be clear everybody is fine correct?

I know this is old video, but was very helpful in confirming my decision on this bike. Grew up on bikes, road one everywhere, day or night, nice or raining weather. Had a bad accident that pit me in crutches for almost 2 years. 20 + years later went to get back on. Did not want to be "wanting" more, but do not want a tank either. The shadow seemed to fit my wants, (no more sport bikes too) never really been a cruiser guy so was unsure if a 750 cruiser. 750 sport bikes had good power to size but no experience with cruisers in this size. And always been a Honda fan, though have owned all four Japanese makes. Hey, I'm half Japanese, what can I say. But am all American beef. Though I have given the Harley sport 750 a look, and suzuki boulevard c50, but shadow I think wins out. Thank you much. I did buy a couple dirt bikes when I healed, so I have been on bikes since, did have a gs500 but was too small. But now its 20+ years later still want more then a 500 but not to much either.

I've owned 10 bikes in the last 17 years. My VT750 Aero was a great bike. Sure it's not blazing fast, not the most torque. But it is nigh bullet proof, it's fun, unassumimg and surprisingly good through twisty stuff (did scrape a lot lol) they are a much under rated bike.

Listening to you rattle off the current events in 2017 made me lol just wait till 2020, we got the corona and it’s so much fun

Our Viking saddle bags

I got a steal on one. Some dude on Craig's list having a baby sold me his 2007 Honda shadow spirit... Badass black color, long shot Cobra pipes, tons of chrome, low miles. Never had a problem and can cruise at 80 and still have power with someone on the back no problem. I don't know why anyone would think this is a bad bike for anyone.

Hello family ! I am 53, a 20 year re-entry rider after owning over half a dozen street bikes all inspired by MAD MAX, and Honda Interceptors. I was in my 20's then, and now in my 50's I have arthritis in my left knee. It's bone on bone and I was dreaming of owning a Vulcan 900, but it was too big for me at a stop light. The Honda Shadow Spirit 750 is low. I am 6' tall and it feels SO comfortable. I just bought one YESTERDAY ! Yes ! Yesterday for the first time in over 20 years. I got as far as my driveway and chickened out. I need a riding partner for my re-maiden voyage. I feel so much conflict, yet it felt SO natural. I'm just afraid of stop lights, although the previous owners had the entire church pray for me.

I was looking for a nice cruiser project, ideally an 1100. I got a Shadow 750 for cheap that didn't need much. Haven't looked back since, that was 5 years ago now.

I own a 2008 Honda Shadow Aero 750, with 70,000 Km on the clock (43,500 miles) and it has been a great joy to own. Oil and filter changes, final drive oil changes, 4 sets of tires, and one headlight bulb: that is the extent of repairs and maintenance on this bike at this point. It happens to be for sale, because I switched to a Honda CTX700 with fairing. Now I'm curious how that CTX will fare in the next couple of years. I don't think it will beat the Shadow. If you own one, look after it. These bikes are plentiful, but most are treated poorly. Could be a classic in another 20 years.

I have a 2006. Great all around bike. My daughter loves our rides. Runs like a champ.

The irony is that "little" 750 Shadow might have comparable power to weight to a lot of the twin cam Harleys given how much lighter it is. Also a great sounding motor, those 750 Shadows are great bikes, plenty of power but manageable enough for a new rider and absolutely rock solid reliable and cheap to maintain.

You just made my day. You are the first youtuber I've seen starts with a Bible verse. I have a 2013 model of the bike.Thank you. From Sydney, Australia.

I used to have a 98 750 ACE. Absolutely loved the bike. And even though they have plenty of power for their intended purpose, the older chain drive twin carb models have plenty of room for more power. With modding the intake, a free flowing exhaust, rejetting the carbs, and a dyna 3000 ignition, I had boosted power to where I the bike would be pulling hard all the way to where I was bouncing off the new rev limit (7k) at 127 mph. I wish I had kept her, and spent some coin on new cams and higher compression pistons. Awesome bikes! I love them.

Just got a 2000 shadow spirit 1100 for $1800. Excellent shape. And it’s my first bike! Absolutely love it

Once upon a time a 750cc was a big bike... I ride a 1978 Honda CB750K and would take this anywhere.

I've always wanted a Honda Shadow, after watching some of your videos about the Shadow. I want one even more. Just looks like the perfect bike for me.

We lost our home and everything in it in that storm. The God we serve came through in epic fashion. Today we have 3 homes. Your worst day can easily be the start of your best day. God Is Good. All the time.

Just got a 2009 shadow 750 spirit. The guy that owned it before me had the tank stretched, put on cobra pipes, k&n filter, and jetted the carbs. Oh and a brand new beautiful black paint job and lowered the bike, 7k miles $2,400.

I have a 2007 aero and it's awesome and I love it and everytime I pull up people think it's a Harley great bike

I fixed up a like new condition 02 Honda Shadow VT750. Rebuilt the carb cuz it sat for two years. Owner couldn't fix it. Figured out what was wrong and $400 later I have what looks like a new bike. Of course I rep laced the tires and some other bits to be on the safe side but mostly just took a carb rebuild and only that was the jets and some float needles. Runs perfect. It sounds way meatier that the one in your video. Perhaps they did something to the exhaust or may yours is fuel injected. Not sure. But I get a good amount of power for passing and easily hit it's speed limit of 100mph. They are good, fun entry bikes and easy to manage. You can modify them a bit for storage or whatever. Super easy to work on.

Interesting..... I own a VFR1200f (bombed) and once went on holiday to Thailand and hired various big bikes from Patong big bike hire...... Guess what? My favourite was the Vee twin Honda 750. Not my usual cup of tea but I loved it? Not sure why but it was nice.

I live in Houston, Texas and Harvey did quite a lot of damage, mostly flooding. And I don't think a motorcycle would have helped us out, especially when most of the roads got flooded. I do enjoy watching your vids and just be careful.

My first bike was a 2006 Aero. Looked just like this but with Vance and Hines Short Shots. Had it for 7 years and did nothing but tires and oil changes. Fantastic ride

In this video, you talk about storms and hurricanes occurring and how crazy it is. I’m watching it in 2020... 😂😂😂

It’s a great bike for any skill rider. I’ve been riding longer than most and have a Bandit 1200 for fast fun and a Shadow 750 to poke around on and take it easy. You can use it for a bar hopper or what I would call a short trip cruiser. Trips of a 1,000 miles or less. You go go cross country easy on it but it wouldn’t be as nice Tom up as a big Tour bike. Just a great do anything kinda cruiser

Aww, your video ended like the episodes from The Sopranos

I bought a 2008 Shadow Aero in great shape last year. Totally satisfied. Love it :)

I just got my first bike, a used 2012 Honda Shadow Phantom. Absolutely love it!!! Such a great bike.

My dad had this same bike with dam near the same set up. He always had big touring bikes my whole life but as he got older this was perfect for him. He missed the passing power for highway 70mph+ but would always say if you just wanna get out and cruise around (that was 2-4 hours of driving around the state to him) its all you need.

Just got an 04 are, lm loving it so far.

I just bought a 2003 spirit with the purple flames Vance and hines lots after market chrome. I love it and I use to own a 2005 1200 custom sporty and I like this more..

I live in Houston TX and my VT1100 Shadow took a swim for a couple days. I'm close to getting another one because of how much I like them.

((It grows hair's..)) BAHAHA, that part had me busting up (regarding wind shield) 😂👍

You really need something smaller than a 750 to learn on. My first was a 100 Suzuki next was a 400. Next was a 1100 Yamaha which was too top heavy for me. Next a 750 magma that was perfect. Now I have a 750 Honda shadow spirit

I just traded in my '01 750 for a 1300 VTX and there is no big deal. I mean the VTX is a more comfortable cruiser with more power and weight to hold the rod better and it rides smoother. But the 750 was a fun bike to ride and I do miss it, but I can't have three bikes in my shop (also own an VT1100 shadow) The 750 is great bike and I'd ride it across the country with no problem.

My wife has a '08 honda shadow 750 spirit and I find that at highway speeds, the floorboards are buzzy as well as the handlebar. Overall it's a nice bike

I have a 2002 Honda Shadow spirit. It has 80,000 miles. Only expense is tires, oil changes and air filter. I redline it all the time. It has been rejetted and is pretty quick. They are tough motorcycles . The only thing I recommend is a Ragina racing chain and sprockets....

Love my 1100 shadow sabre...learned to ride on it.. 3rd season for me.

I'm deciding between this or the Yamaha dragstar 650 for my A2 license. I think the Honda shadow 750 is better. But I prefer the look of the dragstar 650.

would the 750 shadow be a good next motorcycle for me i have a 250 rebel right now

This is the Bike I’d have if I could ride. (I’m Visually Impaired) It Looks like I think a Motorcycle should look. Honda’s are Said to be very reliable & you & others have said that it’s a good starter bike. GOD Bless You.

Yep I love my 06 shadow it's a typical Honda and does everything well it's not the fastest bike out there but quite happily sits there at 70-75 all day long

Got my 09 shadow 750 a month ago. First bike. Love it. 🤘

I rode one of these many times on the highway (70 mph) without a windshield for about 6 to 8 hours and the body fatigue from sitting up in constant wind was ridiculous! Nothing manly about feeling dog-tired while riding 75 mph!. Got a Memphis Shades full windshield, and it makes a huge improvement on highway rides. Plus it blocks the 1,000 bugs that wanted to splat my face and jacket. I like this guy's video but his advice about windshields is way off. If you get the right height and angle, a windshield makes highway rides so easy. On this bike, the right height is top of windshield even with the tip of your nose. The right angle on this bike is when windshield follows the angle of the forks perfectly, like a linear extension of the forks if you step off and look from either side. Most everything else he said, I agree with. Other good upgrade: mini floorboards instead of stock footpegs. The stock handlebars vibrated along with high engine RPM's at highway speed, so I got heavier handlebars.

My first brand new bike I bought was the shadow ace 750 97 or 98 it was brand new I've owned many cruisers currently a vtx 1800 but that shadow was sweet wished I kept for short rides around town and stuff like that great motorcycle I'm heavy guy not real tall but it was big enough for highway cruising plenty of go power

I just bought a Shadow 1100. It's a nice ride. Besides the additional power, it's got that throatier sound I like. I didn't think they put shaft drives on smaller bikes because of the loss. It losses something like 20% of its power from the engine to the wheel, from what I've heard.

Lol. The windshield is a good option especially in Texas hillcountry. Your going 85mph and a grasshopper or a giant cockroach hits you, your going to feel it. Especially if its in the throat. If you get the right type of windshield and test it out and angle it right to limit the buffing, you shouldn't get that problem. Plus 90% less bug protein in your face and helmet. My head sticks up too but if its a bug day, i hunker down a bit to eliminate that on my VT750DC.

I have a 2015 harley street bob. Rode it 3.5 hours to a rally this summer with my girlfriend following me in the truck with her 2002 honda shadow 600 vlx. Well my harley died on me 5 miles into the way back home and i had to put it in the trailer and ride the girlfriend's shadow back. What a nice ride. Bike was awesome. Comfortable, just enough power to keep up with traffic, smooth, just all around a great purchase. Glad she bought it and id ride it anytime.

Do y’all recommend this for a beginner ?

How about something that takes the hair off my back instead 🤣

I've got bad back, needing surgery. I've had 2 knee surgeries, will need 2 total knee replacements possibly later this year. I've had 14 bikes, everything from sport bikes to full dressers. I've gotta say for me, at this stage in life and with my issues, the 750 shadow is a great fit, still. Had an '02 with mini apes on it, cobra long shots, jet kit and that bike was a beast! Yea, I would like a bigger bike 1100-1300 cc preferably but really, daily driving and the occasional carrying a passenger where I live, this bike just works.

Last summer I followed (on my Spirit 1100) a friend on her 750 Aero for about 200 miles and she was doing 80-85 mph all the way.

Had a 2001 A.C.E. model. Put 50,000 miles on it. Lots of good times. Great for the back roads. I prefer a bigger bike for the slab; always felt these bikes could use another gear on top.

I’m was thinking about getting a Honda shadow and now I’m definitely getting one

Great channel. I'm a new rider and these videos are helping me decide what to get for my first bike. Been riding my buddy's 1200 sportster and I love it but I don't think I need that much.. I'm 145.. thinkin about a 750 shadow or a 883. Love these videos

I got my 2012 Phantom up to 100mph on the highway the other day with 400lbs of flesh on the back. The 750 is more than enough for anyone who wants a reliable bike for riding instead of flash.

A 750 is all you need for a nice highway bike. Back in my day used to have an R-75/5 and it did just fine on the highway.

Got an 07 vT750 C Aero a week ago at a local motorcycle dealership here in my town. Got it at a special price and I am absolutely in love with this cruiser. Took it out for a quick freeway ride and it runs fast and it’s super comfortable ride!

I have a 2009 Aero...except mine's black with snakeskin flames on it...2009 was the only year Honda offered that paint job, & only on the Aero...& it's a rare bird too...I've toured it through 10 different states & have yet to see another one like it in person...seen a few pics of others online, but not many even then...never could get an exact production number, as Honda only keeps up with the number of bikes produced, but not the numbers for specific paint schemes...I'm currently murdering it out...looking sweet...🖖🏿😎👍🏿

So I’ve watched your videos a lot recently since I’m buying my first bike and I just now realized you live in Lancaster PA 😂😂 I used to live in Elizabethtown!

I just bought a Honda shadow 600vt and I love mine this bike looks great too!

like your videos and looking at your site. just don't understand why mid range bikes are considered small. used to be 1,000cc was a monster bike. just got an 06 Suzuki C50 after 25 years since last bike. plenty of power, gorgeous v-twin, I did put a small windshield on so as not to spoil the looks. my picks for a bike would be the C50, Vulcan 900 classic or V-star. But then I'd have to try a "big" bike to know what size I like best.

Just bought a 2009 750 today ! Love it !

Making a video helps many people that like to see them, like me. Maybe you brought comfort and distraction to someone suffering from the effects of that hurricane.

I have a Shadow Aero 750, 2009, 22.3.K, 50 mpg avg, and recently was thinking of selling. Here is my list of additions: "A picture is worth a thousand words: Drive Shaft (NOT Chain), Fairing with no cracks, Valves balanced and tune up 2019, steel side covers (not plastic), leather locking saddle bags with key, luggage rack, sissy backrest, driver backrest, engine guards, Hondaline light bar and highway lights with on/off switch, wide rear view mirrors, rear tire 2015, front tire with excellent tread, new battery (2020). After watching all the videos comparing Rebel 300, 500, and looking at bikes by other companies inbetween and of different sizes, none of them is as great as the Aero. Did you know that you can get a driver back rest? So does the faring- keeps 90 of the bugs kissing me... ;) I have one and it makes a big difference on those long runs and all those bumps... It is fast, cool as a cucumber, packed with accessories. Thank you for the video... MD

"Great bike for those entry... level... riders..." When did a 750cc bike become "entry level"? Is it because there are 1800cc bikes now at the top of the food chain? Makes me wonder if an 1100cc will be entry level when 2600cc are the top dog... sheesh.

What’s happened in the bike world. 750 cc Is a big bike, especially with your speed limits. It must be more than adequate.

Love your channel buddy. But for God's sake, mount the bike from the left side like everyone else. That being said. You can never go wrong with a Honda. P.s. I ride a 98 Honda shadow Touring bike.( VT1100T)

I don't even know where your from but that Pennsylvania landscape is unmistakable

The perfect bike for me. I love my 2000 ace

“Forget him!” *accelerates*

Wow, I just found this video. You ask how can a motorcycle help in Houston, TX? I had to give up my bike in 2017 because of my wife's illness. She subsequently passed in August 2017, and then we had the Hurricane/Tropical Storm Harvey about a month later. I'm still getting back on my feet and will be OK, but I miss riding a motorcycle. If I had a motorcycle right now, it would help in ways you can't begin to imagine.

+1 on the anti windshield. I'm too tall for them and I just get a lot of turbulence that shakes my head around. Without them is smooth.

The 98-00 VT1100 Shadow Aero was the years that were super cool. They had the single pin crank, beach bars, wide whites, two tone paint, and the speedo in the headlight. I have one and it's never going anywhere.

I have the 125 cc version ---honda shadow vt 125---. There is the lack of power as with all 125 s (its 15 hrsprs). But it is just so precise. No false neutrals. No inbetween gears. Light clutch. Good breaks. Light levers . It will reach 60 mph/100km per hour on more or less flat ground(a little bit of incline isnt a problem) and it can maintain 80 kilometers per hour on any incline. They are reliable and dependable . Just the other day i went on around 400 kilometers trip. (1 mile is about 1. 6 km i think)

I just took delivery of a 2022 Honda Shadow Aero which has sat at a local Powersports dealership for a year. The salesman was kind enough to fill the factory empty fuel tank for me. I drove the bike 3 miles home on an 80 degree day. It sat in the sun for about an hour in the driveway. I went out to install a bag onto the passenger seat and detected a strong gasoline smell. I then noticed a 6 inch diameter fuel spill in the ground under the left side of the bike. I kneeled down and noticed two small hoses pointing down and one of the hoses was dripping gasoline. I called the dealership and they sent out my salesman and he wondered why, what he called an overflow hose was leaking fuel. Overflow hose on a fuel injected bike? He then opened the fuel cap and the level was right at the bottom of the filler neck, It was still dripping fuel the next day during the heat of the day. I’ve had two 650 Yamahas and a 103 HD Heritage Softail and never encountered an overflow line. The salesman said they will send someone out on Tuesday, tomorrow June 6 to trailer it back to the dealership. I’ve read this has happened to other Honda 750 Shadow and Phantom owners in a Shadow Forum who had to live with this, what I define as a defect, by not filling the tank up to the fuel filler neck, but somewhere below, which one owner defined as the sweet spot. What in the world?!?! kind of design is this? I described in writing to Honda, Powersports Division a day ago on their website. No reply yet. I refused to ride the leaking bike to the dealership as they asked when I called. I was enthralled with the bike as I was riding it home and I hope the dealership can come up with a solution. Have you experienced or heard of this and what is the other overflow line next to that fuel overflow?

I bought my wife a 750 Shadow I've owned them before just like the one he's riding I took it out for a test ride had it cruising at 90 they're great bikes

Great show , I own a "05" Honda Shadow Spirit . I still have my 80's 450 Nighthawk .

I have 1998 VT750 ACE, back then they were still chain drive, only the 1100 had shaft, five speed transmission, and they had mechanical lifters so you had to adjust the valve clearance every couple thousand miles. It carried me and my late wife no problem, and we were not exactly svelte, lol. Between the two of us we were pretty much at the recommended max capacity. Hasn't left the shed since I got the road king. One of the things I miss most is the speedometer was on the bars, much easier to see. Going to get it running again and give it to my son for his first street bike.

I love that you quote the word off the hop

I just found a 2003 Shadow for a you Younger friend , his first motorcycle. He got it for $2,000. It wasn't running very good when he bought it. After cleaning the rust out of the fuel tank and carburetors, plus putting the top of the air box to the carburetors. It now runs like new. Kinda is new due to the 724 miles on it.

Better than a Road King in many respects.

buy the bike you want the one that appeals to you don't worry what others think don't buy a harley on the basis that people don't think you have a good bike because its not a harley

Get my first bike ever a 02 shadow 750 delivered in just a few days, I am so excited. The guy selling it to me is going to show me how to ride and throw in a helmet.

may I ask about your saddlebags? did tehy came with the bike or where did u get them? are those viking brand ? thanks in advance.

Most people are talking about power... I Own a 1990 Shadow 1100, No one man should have all that power (30 years ago).

Had a 2012 Honda Shadow 750 ( the Phantom) loved the bike the only reason I upgraded to a 2015 Triumph Thunderbird was because the 750 wasn’t comfortable for her on rides together

These bike are for any man or women anybody these things are better than a Harley there forgiving and all the power anyone needs great bike guys great bikes