I’ve had quite a few bike. I regretted selling my 02 VTX1800N. Best all around bike I’ve ever had. That was 7 years ago. Well I found a 2007 Honda VTX1800 F2 with a mustang seat and a Memphis Shades batwing. I forgot how much torque they had! Luv my 1800VTX!!
I just started riding and bought a vtx and from what I kept hearing and seeing on how powerful it is, as a beginner I really enjoy it as well how easy and seemless it rides and feels on the road, I was expecting extreme trouble but as long as it's respected then it's an amazing bike
the exact words I was looking for. Been considering one for my fist bike. I'm in my upper 30's and have the the ability to ease myself into something without being stupid about it anymore. Well usually anyway lol.
@@fusser87I hope you got it. It was my beginner bike too. It’s a good one if you ease into it. 6 months in & im spinning tire already, it could get gnarly in 1st & 2nd gear.
@@Yrsfdsk 6 months, just to spin the tires? hey, you go as slow as you need. Im new as well and was going to get the 1300 but i picked up a sweet 2004 shadow 750 with 9k miles for $2,800 and it came with new addons and the old shit as well, such as original bars, original seat, blinkers, batwing, etc.. shes a nice cheap first bike. Im going to sell her in about 4 months and possible get a vtx 1300...we will see.
im 19 just got my m license and a vtx1800 as my first bike actually learned how to ride on it and i love it as said by ppl above show her respect and shell treat you like a king
I've got the 04 I ride it long hard and all the time. I've road several bikes from BMWs to Bules my VTX1800 will be my last bike there's not another bike for me. It does like nice roads but all cruisers do, as far as parts avaliblity I've never need a part for mine so I can't say. I'm bigger then the average bear and as the man says it fits my Bonney backside like a glove, love that horse, 1 fine pony
Owned more bikes than I can count! Considering a VTX1800 and love the review. I'm a HD owner right now (Fat Bob and a Road King) Been riding for 60 years and like the long trips on backroads. Actually, your riding area looks inviting to me! Two BMW's, a Suzuki dual sport, a Hayabusa sitting in the garage now with the HD's. Might just sell them all and get a VTX... Great review!
This engine doesn't have a rough idle designed into it. My VTX has the same exhaust as this one..same color, bars too...turns out it's easy to maintain and far less pricey than keeping a 2001 BMW R 1150 GS on the road. Changed all fluids,cleaned water tank, filters, upgraded clutch,rear tire and blinker fixed at independent local shop... for the price of 2 valve adjustments and an oil change at BMW shop. As long the battery can turn the engine over twice it always starts.
I have the VTX 1300 in Oklahoma. I have to spend a lot of time on the interstate and on 65 mph highways that are generally pretty smooth. So it is a very good bike for my situation. I have put over 100,000 miles on it. Since I am 65 I probably won't ever get another bike but you never know. I sat on an 1800 at the dealership once and it seemed top heavy but people say when you get going over 15 or 20 mph you forget about the heaviness.
Hello Cebu Hooligan!😂 Great Looking bike and looks in good condition. Good 2 hear it handles the heat and humidity of the Philippines. Thanks for the awesome vid. Kindest Regards.
3 days ago I bought a 1 owner 2002 VTX1800R, I was concerned about the size of it but driving it took any fear away. It's an excellent machine . Hello from southern Indiana.
What a great video and there's something about the sound of your voice and the way that you talk that comes across real good. Thank you for this review as I am currently looking at one in Connecticut, USA that is in showroom condition. It has a ton of extras and I really think it's a good buy. So thanks again for the video and you just earned a like, a subscribe and a comment for the algorithm from me. Thanks again.
I've had my 1800c since new in '02. It runs perfect. Handles great and beats just about everything on the road. Beach bars, corbin seat & FCs that move the pegs up an inch + 3 forward makes it very easy to bank w/o scrapping. We do have great road surfaces here so the suspension is just fine. Ride safe brah'.
Long time VTX owner here. Great review! I ride with smaller/more modern cruiser friends and they def take the Twisties better than I but I do ok! I've redone the suspension, air/exhaust, PC V, bars etc and put down 114hp and 120lbs of torque. Great review! Thank you!
Great review! I love that you mentioned the difficulty you have in maneuverability, as that is my experience as well. Wonderful on open roads, but it feels a little top heavy, and weight forward to be anything resembling nimble around town. I enjoy the 1300 VTX much better. The bike feels like it is under me, rather than in front of me, like the 1800.
Speak for yourself, I can corner the hell out of my 1800F. I’ve owned over 20 different motorcycles and my 1800f is as if a cruiser and a sport bike had a baby. The 1800F would be the result, it’s simply an amazing motorcycle
I think that's all relative to terrain. We used to pull through the s turns of East Central MN at 120 mph shooting pegs off of the ends of the pegs. But. To run the Tail of the Dragon on the old girl would be borderline terrifying.
I bought the VTX 1800C 2002 new it's a beast. I'm now 66 and I don't ride I've been trying to sell its mint condition with 18k miles 100% stock. I'm surprised the lack of interest they still are better than new biked IMO.
For a cruiser you can't beat the VTX 1800. I've owned one since 2004, nearly 20 yrs. Recently, I picked up a used 2001 Bonneville to get a lighter, more nimble handling machine. No way could I sell the Honda. Both have their advantages. I usually always ride 2 up with my wife. The Honda is more of a hwy machine, the Bonny is a jump on and go to the store 10 miles away machine. I like a little variety.
Thanks for the great long term review. Your attention to details like including your height as well as the other dude for comparison as well as including your thoughts on handling. Wonderful job sir! :)
Love my 02 It’s a cruiser not a ninja so there’s that I’ve had 700-800 miles on twisties that were very manageable keeping up with a pro with 45 years riding Solid bike, comfortable on long trip and yes it will stretch your arms if you like that sort of thing
I ride a 2000 Honda Valkyrie around Oklahoma City USA. It takes a little more effort but it is so worth it. Sometimes it's hard dragging it around town, but oh man when we hit the on-ramp come on now.
Thank you for the Review I have always had Honda ATCs and Dirt Bikes since the mid 70s I have a pioneer 1000 .now I want a vtx 1800 for road riding .I live in South Dakota not far from sturgis
Just curious? What is your weight? I'm 5'4 150lbs and am looking at one with the Mustang seat. I hear the mustang seat is lower but wider? Any experience with that?
1800 VTX owner, bought a 2002 single owner VTX. It is heavy making turning and cornering a little more difficult. But the power and style make up for any deficiencies. Nice review
@Kevin Ferroni I know what you’re talking about. The Stock Dunlop tires these 1800 C Models came with are the worst tires for handling that I have ever experienced on any bike I’ve ever ridden. If you really want to change the heavy handling of your VTX then read my recent comment about the tires I use. I replaced the Rear one first with the 200 wide ME880 Marathon Metzeler tire and couldn’t believe the difference. It was like day and night! But even more shocking was when I switched the Front to a Bias Ply Metzeler ME 880 in place of the same sized Radial Metzeler ME 880. It was simply Amazing. My two Sons and I were Speechless and couldn’t believe what happened to My Beloved VTX, it was that Evident. I don’t know if the same trick would work on the fat Front tire Xs because I’ve never checked to see if a Bias Ply tire is offered in that size. If Not, I’m sure just switching to the Metzelers on those Models would be a Huge improvement. By the way, We are Not Affiliated with Metzeler in any way and Most of Our Shop Products come from Drag Specialties and Their Associated Brands, among others. We mostly build Big Bore Stroker Harleys and Dyno Tune so its Strange to see My VTXC3 sitting in the Shop. It got a lot of Looks and Questions in 2006-2008 from Customers Who Were Clueless to What is Was…lol! Anyway, If you want to Fall In Love with your VTX all over again. Do yourself a Huge Favor and Switch those Tires Over…lol! You won’t regret it! Thanks and GOD Bless!!!
Enjoyed the review. I've been riding a 2002 VTX 1800 C for a year now in the US - California. I agree the suspension and handling are subpar (even more so now that I'm running double darkside). And aside from its need for a 6th gear, I just love the bike! I use it for delivery work and have learned how to transfer my body weight to the floor boards for added stability at high speeds and over big bumps.
@@TheManoy66 Yeah, I certainly wouldn't recommend it for poor, uneven roads - the flat profile can easily shift you off balance, especially at low speeds. But for smoother surfaces, the added grip is unparalleled. I can't say I've gained a ton of longevity with the performance tire I picked but it's less expensive so that helps!
Great, honest review. Wish you had more open roads to open her up on. But if you don't have to dart in and out of traffic and can enjoy sitting back and cruising on The Beast, there are very few machines like her.
I liked this video a lot . I'm watching it for the 2nd time. I have a honda nighthawk cb750 1996 but I'm trying to save to get a vtx 1800 but I might get the vtx 1300. Beautiful bike. I live in north carolina so its mountain roads.
Nice presentation. I have that same bike, 2002 1800 C in red. The Mustang seat with rider backrest and 12" handle bars are a good upgrade for me along with better rear shocks, front fork springs and forks 1.9" inch extended. A 1300 VTX rear differential and a car tire Nokian R3 9 205/60 R 16 96T XL FLAT RUN helps with ride quality and less peg scrapes. Its a much safer tire and it lasts much longer.
First I’d like to say Thanks for a great video!!! I still have my 2006 1800C3 since it was new and it still puts a Big Smile on my face when I ride it. It’s the only bike I’ve owned that during break in I wasn’t already thinking on how was I going to get more power out of it. Anyway I am curious to know how many others out there have replaced the front tire (C Models) with a Same Size but instead of the Radial Tire use a Biased Tire??? Since the First tire change I have only used Metzeler ME880 Marathons, as do most of Our Harley Customers per our and others recommendations and testimonies. Anyway on the second tire change on the X, which comes quickly if you ride the bikes aggressively. I was caught off gaurd and didn’t have the Radial in stock but for some reason did have the same size tire in a Bias Ply. I knew all the info about mixing Radials and Bias tires but was headed for the Blue Ridge Parkway in a few days. Let me tell Ya, the X handled like I took 150-200 lbs off of it instantly. I was so shocked that I hauled my butt back to the shop to have my 2 sons ride it to confirm what I couldn’t believe happened. The bike was a whole new experience on the Parkway and the Tail of the Dragon. In fact I even took pics of my rear tire with these strange marks on the side walls. We inspected the bike thinking something may have broken. We later realized I had the bike into the corners so hard that I was on the outer edges of the side wall. I have Progressive Suspension 444 shocks on the rear, Power Commander, modified stock air box with the air valve delete and a Road House Short Bolt on Muffler with the medium baffle. At present my rides are 75 GL1000, 79 HD FX, 83 XV 700 Yamaha Bobber, 99 HD Road Glide, 2006 DL650 V-Strom, 2017 Aprilia Caponord Rally 1200 and a 2018 Piaggio 150 Liberty Scooter. But the VTX makes me feel like I did when I first got it every time I ride it. Anyway that tire change made the bike turn in way quicker and more predictable and precisely than the Radial. I could make a slow 90 degree turn in half the distance than before. By the way, many of us are switching to the Dunlop American Tires as the mileage and performance feed back testimonials are getting hard to ignore. I’m not sure about changing the X over yet…lol! Don’t fix something that ain’t broke I’ve always said. Didn’t mean for this to be so lengthy but I hope It helps someone out there. Be Safe and GOD Bless and Protect Us All. ❤️🙏🏼👍🏽😎
I do my best to be as honest as possible with my reviews regardless of what bike i'm riding and comments like yours are what i look forward to. Thank you for the input on the tires you are using, i'm sure someone out there appreciates it as well. I'm currently running Shinko SR777 front and rear they have been very good so far. Excellent grip even on wet pavement and long lasting too. I might make a tire review soon since i just got the VTX running again after replacing the water pump.
@@TheManoy66 Thanks for the Kind Words! Although Not as Rare here as there, VTX’s are Not common place around here either. So it’s always nice to talk with someone about these Not So Common Bikes…lol! Another tid bit I’d like to share is that I will never use Valvoline Motorcycle Oil in any motorcycle that uses the engine oil to lube the clutch basket and tranny. I first used it in my 75 GL1000 GoldWing. I thought It seems to lack some Acceleration shortly after the oil change, mostly in High Gear. I wrote it off as being a fluke because I was used to the Torque of a Harley. About a year later my youngest Son asked me if it was possible for his clutch to be slipping in Suzuki TL1000 shortly after an oil change. I said anything is possible, what oil did you use. He said he switched to Valvoline Motorcycle Oil. I got to thinking and remembered what I thought about the GoldWing. So I told him to replace it with Amsoil. He did and his clutch started hooking up again around 160 miles or so. Mean while I had switched the VTX to Valvoline as well and I noticed the bike had a split second lag when I’d nail the throttle, almost like a flat spot on a carbureted bike. I figured it wasn’t as extreme on the X because of the crazy amount of torque that bike has even at 1700 RPM. So I switched my oil to Amsoil as well but wasn’t so lucky. It improved some but Not 100%. So early on I replaced the friction plates and clutch springs with Barrnetts, surprisingly the steels looked brand new. Anyway, I hope this may be of some use to someone. Thanks! And GOD Bless Us All!!!
@@cowdudeable Metzeler ME880 Marathons. Use the same size front tire but replace it with the Bias Ply Tire. The Rear I use the 180 or 200 width in a Radial with Either Size. I love the look and extra traction of the 200 wide rear. It’s a close fit but I never had an interference issue of any kind with them, even riding two up with bags and luggage rack stacked up. The only draw back is that the tread depth of the 200 is roughly 2 to 3mm less than the stock 180 width tire, if memory serves me correctly. Anyway if riding the bike the same with both tires, I normally would get 1000 to 1500 hundred more miles from the 180 wide Metzeler. Please Remember, this is a VTX 1800 C(3) Model which has a narrow 130 wide front tire, again if memory serves me correctly. With 7 other bikes and a tall tire Piaggio 150 Liberty Scooter, 84 GT Mustang, 68 GT Torino FB, 97 Ranger Truck and a 95 F150 Truck and a 2002 Chrysler Town and Country Van, It gets confusing sometimes…lol! If I missed any thing, feel free to message me again, hope this was helpful. Thanks!
very informative review, very relaxed and you clearly enjoy the VTX 1800, thank you and have a nice day from the Netherlands. I consider a VTX 1800 and now own a BMW R1200GS 2017 and a 1995 Yamaha XV 750 Virago :-) I switch the BMW with the Honda 😉
Nice review, I just bought one of these! great deal on it, I ride a harley road king and saw a posting for an 02' VTX 1800 and pulled the trigger on it, needs some work but im looking forward to learning about it and getting it on the road to see how it compares to my RK.
Hey Brother ! Great review. I just got myself the same Bike. It’s a monster. I live in the US. Mine is mostly stock as well so I was wondering how did you make yours sound different, sounds great. Can you tell me what did you do to the exhaust ? Thanks man.
Thanks! The previous owner took out the baffles within the muffler. You will need to cut open the stock exhaust and weld it back together. There was a video where the guy demonstrated it but i couldn't find anymore.
@@TheManoy66 from what I can tell, these bikes run forever as long as they have basic maintenance done regularly. Keep seeing ones north of 100k miles still going strong
Thanks! I followed this for the exhaust www.google.com/search?q=vtx+1800+stock+exhaust+modification&client=ms-android-samsung-ga-rev1&prmd=ivsn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjkgIm33Lr4AhXzRWwGHYZGA9cQ_AUoAXoECAIQAQ&biw=412&bih=777&dpr=2.63#imgrc=7scUxjsPtO104M
we need an improved vtx 1500. I currently own a honda shadow aero 750 but, i want more speed...the vtx looks bad ass but its too heavy for me and i live in the city
I have vtx 600 and it’s my 9th bike. After sports, cross, nakeds I ended with childchood dream and it’s perfect for me, I ride mostly in city, tide quick, agile and dyniamic. Slim, light, great bike that people like and gives the way, spreads in traffic. On sport bikes was treated like a agressor. Start is great, until 70km/h. 1800 is my dream for long trips due to lack of power over 120km/h.
Great video man, ever consider a vtx 1300? The reason I ask is I live in the states and I've owned both. The 1300 is carburetor but I only used the choke when it's cold but handles much better than the 1800 in almost every way except the highway. Be safe🤙
I have Hondas, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Harley, BMW and more. I like the VTX. I will put my XL1200C up against your VTX any day. Let me know when you are in the Denver area with your VTX. Lets ride.
И кто там утверждал что втыкс только для больших и сильных мачо , вон человек не высокого роста и не качок , а так лихо управляется с таким пепелаццем ! Поэтому главное не гора мышц , а серое вещество в башке и от его количества многое зависит ! Ровных дорог тебе мото друже ! Мотоциклисты - мотоциклов всех стран соединяйтесь !
Hi, I own a 04 VTX1800C and planning to ship to pinas. I live in Utah and hopefully be riding in Luzon or a tour of the entire country as well. Maybe you know someone who could help me ship out my bike and documentations.
Oh that would be an ordeal in bringing it here and i doubt it would be worth it also especially now when customs is asking a lot of money. Try asking a Luzon based customs broker for rates and fees though.
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I’ve had quite a few bike. I regretted selling my 02 VTX1800N. Best all around bike I’ve ever had. That was 7 years ago. Well I found a 2007 Honda VTX1800 F2 with a mustang seat and a Memphis Shades batwing. I forgot how much torque they had! Luv my 1800VTX!!
I just started riding and bought a vtx and from what I kept hearing and seeing on how powerful it is, as a beginner I really enjoy it as well how easy and seemless it rides and feels on the road, I was expecting extreme trouble but as long as it's respected then it's an amazing bike
the exact words I was looking for. Been considering one for my fist bike. I'm in my upper 30's and have the the ability to ease myself into something without being stupid about it anymore. Well usually anyway lol.
Your a talented man. Not many beginners would feel that comfortable.
@@fusser87I hope you got it. It was my beginner bike too. It’s a good one if you ease into it. 6 months in & im spinning tire already, it could get gnarly in 1st & 2nd gear.
@@Yrsfdsk 6 months, just to spin the tires? hey, you go as slow as you need. Im new as well and was going to get the 1300 but i picked up a sweet 2004 shadow 750 with 9k miles for $2,800 and it came with new addons and the old shit as well, such as original bars, original seat, blinkers, batwing, etc.. shes a nice cheap first bike. Im going to sell her in about 4 months and possible get a vtx 1300...we will see.
im 19 just got my m license and a vtx1800 as my first bike actually learned how to ride on it and i love it as said by ppl above show her respect and shell treat you like a king
Well, I'll agree on one thing, that roll on torque never gets old!
I've got the 04 I ride it long hard and all the time. I've road several bikes from BMWs to Bules my VTX1800 will be my last bike there's not another bike for me. It does like nice roads but all cruisers do, as far as parts avaliblity I've never need a part for mine so I can't say. I'm bigger then the average bear and as the man says it fits my Bonney backside like a glove, love that horse, 1 fine pony
Owned more bikes than I can count! Considering a VTX1800 and love the review. I'm a HD owner right now (Fat Bob and a Road King) Been riding for 60 years and like the long trips on backroads. Actually, your riding area looks inviting to me!
Two BMW's, a Suzuki dual sport, a Hayabusa sitting in the garage now with the HD's. Might just sell them all and get a VTX...
Great review!
Thanks! 😉 ride safe brother!
This engine doesn't have a rough idle designed into it. My VTX has the same exhaust as this one..same color, bars too...turns out it's easy to maintain and far less pricey than keeping a 2001 BMW R 1150 GS on the road. Changed all fluids,cleaned water tank, filters, upgraded clutch,rear tire and blinker fixed at independent local shop... for the price of 2 valve adjustments and an oil change at BMW shop.
As long the battery can turn the engine over twice it always starts.
Drz400 and a vtx1800 here! Haha
I have the VTX 1300 in Oklahoma. I have to spend a lot of time on the interstate and on 65 mph highways that are generally pretty smooth. So it is a very good bike for my situation. I have put over 100,000 miles on it. Since I am 65 I probably won't ever get another bike but you never know. I sat on an 1800 at the dealership once and it seemed top heavy but people say when you get going over 15 or 20 mph you forget about the heaviness.
Hello Cebu Hooligan!😂
Great Looking bike and looks in good condition. Good 2 hear it handles the heat and humidity of the Philippines.
Thanks for the awesome vid.
Kindest Regards.
I have a 1300 r ( red hot Cristina)and just got 1800c. ( Jonny black) His is a outlaw of a ride. I Love the pull.
ONE OF THE BADDEST OEM BIKES EVER THANKS CHAMP
3 days ago I bought a 1 owner 2002 VTX1800R, I was concerned about the size of it but driving it took any fear away. It's an excellent machine . Hello from southern Indiana.
What a great video and there's something about the sound of your voice and the way that you talk that comes across real good. Thank you for this review as I am currently looking at one in Connecticut, USA that is in showroom condition. It has a ton of extras and I really think it's a good buy. So thanks again for the video and you just earned a like, a subscribe and a comment for the algorithm from me. Thanks again.
Thanks! I really appreciate that. I'm glad you found this video helpful. 🌞
I bought one after watching this. Thanks for the hard work on a detailed video. Much appreciated man 🙏🏼
Congratulations on the new bike brother! Ride safe and thank you for watching. I'm glad my video helped you. 🙏
I've had my 1800c since new in '02. It runs perfect. Handles great and beats just about everything on the road. Beach bars, corbin seat & FCs that move the pegs up an inch + 3 forward makes it very easy to bank w/o scrapping.
We do have great road surfaces here so the suspension is just fine. Ride safe brah'.
Long time VTX owner here. Great review! I ride with smaller/more modern cruiser friends and they def take the Twisties better than I but I do ok! I've redone the suspension, air/exhaust, PC V, bars etc and put down 114hp and 120lbs of torque.
Great review! Thank you!
Thank you 😉
Really enjoyed watching your detailed review, also loved to see you driving through your hometown!
Great review! I love that you mentioned the difficulty you have in maneuverability, as that is my experience as well. Wonderful on open roads, but it feels a little top heavy, and weight forward to be anything resembling nimble around town. I enjoy the 1300 VTX much better. The bike feels like it is under me, rather than in front of me, like the 1800.
Yeah the 1800 does feel like its in front. Took me a while to get used to it but it does feel very stable on straight open roads.
Speak for yourself, I can corner the hell out of my 1800F. I’ve owned over 20 different motorcycles and my 1800f is as if a cruiser and a sport bike had a baby. The 1800F would be the result, it’s simply an amazing motorcycle
Depends on your standard for what good cornering capability is.
I think that's all relative to terrain. We used to pull through the s turns of East Central MN at 120 mph shooting pegs off of the ends of the pegs. But. To run the Tail of the Dragon on the old girl would be borderline terrifying.
I bought the VTX 1800C 2002 new it's a beast. I'm now 66 and I don't ride I've been trying to sell its mint condition with 18k miles 100% stock. I'm surprised the lack of interest they still are better than new biked IMO.
Where are you?
@@colinm1325 northeast Pennsylvania
@@rodneyavery3537
Oh well, you probably sold it by now, not on your continent....
For a cruiser you can't beat the VTX 1800. I've owned one since 2004, nearly 20 yrs. Recently, I picked up a used 2001 Bonneville to get a lighter, more nimble handling machine. No way could I sell the Honda. Both have their advantages. I usually always ride 2 up with my wife. The Honda is more of a hwy machine, the Bonny is a jump on and go to the store 10 miles away machine. I like a little variety.
my favorite bike, I owned an orange 2002 1800r for a couple years
I have an 06 1300c [like new], but still I just love and prefer the deep chuggy sound of your 1800! 🤩
Great post 👍🏾
Thanks for the great long term review. Your attention to details like including your height as well as the other dude for comparison as well as including your thoughts on handling. Wonderful job sir! :)
Love my 02
It’s a cruiser not a ninja so there’s that
I’ve had 700-800 miles on twisties that were very manageable keeping up with a pro with 45 years riding
Solid bike, comfortable on long trip and yes it will stretch your arms if you like that sort of thing
I have a 2007 VTX 1800T with 7,000 miles on it. Just restored and detailed. Ready for the tollways here in Luzon 🙂
Perfect bike for the better roads you have there. 👍
I ride a 2000 Honda Valkyrie around Oklahoma City USA. It takes a little more effort but it is so worth it. Sometimes it's hard dragging it around town, but oh man when we hit the on-ramp come on now.
I’ve had my 1300 for 14 years, I see no reason to ever change out.
I've owned mine for 15 years. I doubt I will ever sell it.
Thank you for the Review I have always had Honda ATCs and Dirt Bikes since the mid 70s I have a pioneer 1000 .now I want a vtx 1800 for road riding .I live in South Dakota not far from sturgis
I'm 5'5" and it event fits great for me. Love my 2006 VTX1800. Same color as here
Just curious? What is your weight? I'm 5'4 150lbs and am looking at one with the Mustang seat. I hear the mustang seat is lower but wider? Any experience with that?
No sorry, my seat is stock and fits fine. I am 5'5" about 190 pounds.@@county_bear9509
1800 VTX owner, bought a 2002 single owner VTX. It is heavy making turning and cornering a little more difficult. But the power and style make up for any deficiencies. Nice review
Thank you. I'm glad you liked it. Yes, the VTX is made to go fast on a straight line in style. 😎
@Kevin Ferroni I know what you’re talking about. The Stock Dunlop tires these 1800 C Models came with are the worst tires for handling that I have ever experienced on any bike I’ve ever ridden. If you really want to change the heavy handling of your VTX then read my recent comment about the tires I use. I replaced the Rear one first with the 200 wide ME880 Marathon Metzeler tire and couldn’t believe the difference. It was like day and night! But even more shocking was when I switched the Front to a Bias Ply Metzeler ME 880 in place of the same sized Radial Metzeler ME 880. It was simply Amazing. My two Sons and I were Speechless and couldn’t believe what happened to My Beloved VTX, it was that Evident. I don’t know if the same trick would work on the fat Front tire Xs because I’ve never checked to see if a Bias Ply tire is offered in that size. If Not, I’m sure just switching to the Metzelers on those Models would be a Huge improvement. By the way, We are Not Affiliated with Metzeler in any way and Most of Our Shop Products come from Drag Specialties and Their Associated Brands, among others. We mostly build Big Bore Stroker Harleys and Dyno Tune so its Strange to see My VTXC3 sitting in the Shop. It got a lot of Looks and Questions in 2006-2008 from Customers Who Were Clueless to What is Was…lol!
Anyway, If you want to Fall In Love with your VTX all over again. Do yourself a Huge Favor and Switch those Tires Over…lol! You won’t regret it! Thanks and GOD Bless!!!
Enjoyed the review. I've been riding a 2002 VTX 1800 C for a year now in the US - California. I agree the suspension and handling are subpar (even more so now that I'm running double darkside). And aside from its need for a 6th gear, I just love the bike! I use it for delivery work and have learned how to transfer my body weight to the floor boards for added stability at high speeds and over big bumps.
Double darkside?? You mean you're running car tires front and rear?
@@TheManoy66 No, car on the back and back on the front.
@@JeremyBWallace Wow! Considering the better quality roads that you have there, it really makes sense to go darkside.
@@TheManoy66 Yeah, I certainly wouldn't recommend it for poor, uneven roads - the flat profile can easily shift you off balance, especially at low speeds. But for smoother surfaces, the added grip is unparalleled. I can't say I've gained a ton of longevity with the performance tire I picked but it's less expensive so that helps!
What tires do you use?
Great, honest review. Wish you had more open roads to open her up on. But if you don't have to dart in and out of traffic and can enjoy sitting back and cruising on The Beast, there are very few machines like her.
Traffic is getting worse here and the only way get around on a big bike like this is to ride it like a small bike. Lol
Thanks for watching Mister. 👍
I liked this video a lot . I'm watching it for the 2nd time. I have a honda nighthawk cb750 1996 but I'm trying to save to get a vtx 1800 but I might get the vtx 1300. Beautiful bike. I live in north carolina so its mountain roads.
Thank you very much sir. Wishing you the best and i hope you find a vtx that you will love.
It’s great to see you left it stock
Nice presentation. I have that same bike, 2002 1800 C in red. The Mustang seat with rider backrest and 12" handle bars are a good upgrade for me along with better rear shocks, front fork springs and forks 1.9" inch extended. A 1300 VTX rear differential and a car tire Nokian R3 9 205/60 R 16 96T XL FLAT RUN helps with ride quality and less peg scrapes. Its a much safer tire and it lasts much longer.
Nice! I always wanted to go darkside on the vtx. Maybe in my next tire change.
Thanks for watching brother. 💪
Thank you for the nice presentation. I couldn't find where you're located. I'm in Michigan, US. @@TheManoy66
@@tommidd8042 i live in the island of Cebu here in the Philippines. 😉
OMG! You have one in Cebu?!?!? My wife is from Cebu, Argao. I’ve been riding an 1800c since they came out 2002.
Yep! There are 2 more that i know of here. And 5 other bikes i heard of in other parts of the country. 😉
@@TheManoy66 That’s when You Know How Rare Your bike is, when You can count them down like that…lol!
thank you for sharing this helpful review.
Brother what an amazing video you got here...
Thanks brother
Took me a while to figure out where this was! Great review.
Thanks! I envy your profile picture. 🙀
Where the heck is that giant hand?
Gr8 pic.
First I’d like to say Thanks for a great video!!! I still have my 2006 1800C3 since it was new and it still puts a Big Smile on my face when I ride it. It’s the only bike I’ve owned that during break in I wasn’t already thinking on how was I going to get more power out of it. Anyway I am curious to know how many others out there have replaced the front tire (C Models) with a Same Size but instead of the Radial Tire use a Biased Tire??? Since the First tire change I have only used Metzeler ME880 Marathons, as do most of Our Harley Customers per our and others recommendations and testimonies. Anyway on the second tire change on the X, which comes quickly if you ride the bikes aggressively. I was caught off gaurd and didn’t have the Radial in stock but for some reason did have the same size tire in a Bias Ply. I knew all the info about mixing Radials and Bias tires but was headed for the Blue Ridge Parkway in a few days. Let me tell Ya, the X handled like I took 150-200 lbs off of it instantly. I was so shocked that I hauled my butt back to the shop to have my 2 sons ride it to confirm what I couldn’t believe happened. The bike was a whole new experience on the Parkway and the Tail of the Dragon. In fact I even took pics of my rear tire with these strange marks on the side walls. We inspected the bike thinking something may have broken. We later realized I had the bike into the corners so hard that I was on the outer edges of the side wall. I have Progressive Suspension 444 shocks on the rear, Power Commander, modified stock air box with the air valve delete and a Road House Short Bolt on Muffler with the medium baffle. At present my rides are 75 GL1000, 79 HD FX, 83 XV 700 Yamaha Bobber, 99 HD Road Glide, 2006 DL650 V-Strom, 2017 Aprilia Caponord Rally 1200 and a 2018 Piaggio 150 Liberty Scooter. But the VTX makes me feel like I did when I first got it every time I ride it. Anyway that tire change made the bike turn in way quicker and more predictable and precisely than the Radial. I could make a slow 90 degree turn in half the distance than before. By the way, many of us are switching to the Dunlop American Tires as the mileage and performance feed back testimonials are getting hard to ignore. I’m not sure about changing the X over yet…lol! Don’t fix something that ain’t broke I’ve always said. Didn’t mean for this to be so lengthy but I hope It helps someone out there. Be Safe and GOD Bless and Protect Us All. ❤️🙏🏼👍🏽😎
I do my best to be as honest as possible with my reviews regardless of what bike i'm riding and comments like yours are what i look forward to.
Thank you for the input on the tires you are using, i'm sure someone out there appreciates it as well. I'm currently running Shinko SR777 front and rear they have been very good so far. Excellent grip even on wet pavement and long lasting too. I might make a tire review soon since i just got the VTX running again after replacing the water pump.
@@TheManoy66 Thanks for the Kind Words! Although Not as Rare here as there, VTX’s are Not common place around here either. So it’s always nice to talk with someone about these Not So Common Bikes…lol! Another tid bit I’d like to share is that I will never use Valvoline Motorcycle Oil in any motorcycle that uses the engine oil to lube the clutch basket and tranny. I first used it in my 75 GL1000 GoldWing. I thought It seems to lack some Acceleration shortly after the oil change, mostly in High Gear. I wrote it off as being a fluke because I was used to the Torque of a Harley. About a year later my youngest Son asked me if it was possible for his clutch to be slipping in Suzuki TL1000 shortly after an oil change. I said anything is possible, what oil did you use. He said he switched to Valvoline Motorcycle Oil. I got to thinking and remembered what I thought about the GoldWing. So I told him to replace it with Amsoil. He did and his clutch started hooking up again around 160 miles or so. Mean while I had switched the VTX to Valvoline as well and I noticed the bike had a split second lag when I’d nail the throttle, almost like a flat spot on a carbureted bike. I figured it wasn’t as extreme on the X because of the crazy amount of torque that bike has even at 1700 RPM. So I switched my oil to Amsoil as well but wasn’t so lucky. It improved some but Not 100%. So early on I replaced the friction plates and clutch springs with Barrnetts, surprisingly the steels looked brand new. Anyway, I hope this may be of some use to someone. Thanks! And GOD Bless Us All!!!
Once again...what are the tires you are using? Bias ply what?
@@cowdudeable Metzeler ME880 Marathons. Use the same size front tire but replace it with the Bias Ply Tire. The Rear I use the 180 or 200 width in a Radial with Either Size. I love the look and extra traction of the 200 wide rear. It’s a close fit but I never had an interference issue of any kind with them, even riding two up with bags and luggage rack stacked up. The only draw back is that the tread depth of the 200 is roughly 2 to 3mm less than the stock 180 width tire, if memory serves me correctly. Anyway if riding the bike the same with both tires, I normally would get 1000 to 1500 hundred more miles from the 180 wide Metzeler. Please Remember, this is a VTX 1800 C(3) Model which has a narrow 130 wide front tire, again if memory serves me correctly. With 7 other bikes and a tall tire Piaggio 150 Liberty Scooter, 84 GT Mustang, 68 GT Torino FB, 97 Ranger Truck and a 95 F150 Truck and a 2002 Chrysler Town and Country Van,
It gets confusing sometimes…lol! If I missed any thing, feel free to message me again, hope this was helpful. Thanks!
Gr8 info Jim, thank you. Can be hard deciding on a different tyre 4 sure. Glad u hav gr8 feelings riding the vtx considering your collection.....
Very good explanation.
very informative review, very relaxed and you clearly enjoy the VTX 1800, thank you and have a nice day from the Netherlands. I consider a VTX 1800 and now own a BMW R1200GS 2017 and a 1995 Yamaha XV 750 Virago :-) I switch the BMW with the Honda 😉
Nice review, I just bought one of these! great deal on it, I ride a harley road king and saw a posting for an 02' VTX 1800 and pulled the trigger on it, needs some work but im looking forward to learning about it and getting it on the road to see how it compares to my RK.
Congratulations on your new bike! 💪
Keep me posted on your thoughts about the difference between the two. Thanx
Hey Brother ! Great review. I just got myself the same Bike. It’s a monster. I live in the US. Mine is mostly stock as well so I was wondering how did you make yours sound different, sounds great. Can you tell me what did you do to the exhaust ? Thanks man.
Thanks!
The previous owner took out the baffles within the muffler. You will need to cut open the stock exhaust and weld it back together. There was a video where the guy demonstrated it but i couldn't find anymore.
about to inherit a 1800 gonna enjoy it
I'm glad mine is light and great on gas . I'm grateful for my cb750
I had a 1982 CB750 Custom 15 yrs ago and yes those bikes were awesome. A CB750 is always a joy to ride. 👍
i love this bike mr Yu! ty for sharing. Gbu!
You would look good on this type of motorcycle sir K
@@TheManoy66 Amen mr Yu! :)
Hope to get my hands on one sometime this year. Maybe a Christmas gift to myself
Nice! I hope you find a low mileage example. 👍
@@TheManoy66 from what I can tell, these bikes run forever as long as they have basic maintenance done regularly. Keep seeing ones north of 100k miles still going strong
Coolest rider and 1800cc bike in Cebu City 😎
Only 2nd to you doki 😎
I had one. I sold it. I made a mistake.
Good review mate! Loving this bike! How did you modify stock exaust if you dont mind me asking?
Thanks! I followed this for the exhaust
www.google.com/search?q=vtx+1800+stock+exhaust+modification&client=ms-android-samsung-ga-rev1&prmd=ivsn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjkgIm33Lr4AhXzRWwGHYZGA9cQ_AUoAXoECAIQAQ&biw=412&bih=777&dpr=2.63#imgrc=7scUxjsPtO104M
we need an improved vtx 1500. I currently own a honda shadow aero 750 but, i want more speed...the vtx looks bad ass but its too heavy for me and i live in the city
The best vtx 1800 i have the same
I have vtx 600 and it’s my 9th bike. After sports, cross, nakeds I ended with childchood dream and it’s perfect for me, I ride mostly in city, tide quick, agile and dyniamic. Slim, light, great bike that people like and gives the way, spreads in traffic. On sport bikes was treated like a agressor. Start is great, until 70km/h. 1800 is my dream for long trips due to lack of power over 120km/h.
Great video man, ever consider a vtx 1300? The reason I ask is I live in the states and I've owned both. The 1300 is carburetor but I only used the choke when it's cold but handles much better than the 1800 in almost every way except the highway. Be safe🤙
Thanks for watching man. I would love to try a vtx1300 one of these days if i could find one here.
I have Hondas, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Harley, BMW and more. I like the VTX. I will put my XL1200C up against your VTX any day. Let me know when you are in the Denver area with your VTX. Lets ride.
That would be cool. But i live in the Philippines and bringing my bike over there is impossible. 😅
Greetings I want to know if Viking 35L - Legacy Large BMW R18 Studded Leather Motorcycle Saddle Bags will fit my Honda VTX 1800 F3?
I'm about 5"11 200 lb. Is this bike too small for me? Great sounding bike!!
You'll look good on it. 💪
I love my vtx
И кто там утверждал что втыкс только для больших и сильных мачо , вон человек не высокого роста и не качок , а так лихо управляется с таким пепелаццем ! Поэтому главное не гора мышц , а серое вещество в башке и от его количества многое зависит ! Ровных дорог тебе мото друже ! Мотоциклисты - мотоциклов всех стран соединяйтесь !
I had to get your comment translated. 👍
@@TheManoy66 thanks !
Cool review
Cool bike
Thanks! 🤩
Those roads look better than the one's here in America where I live. Lol
Since you ride in a crowded area with a lot of traffic, have your brakes ever locked up on you?
A couple of times. But that was due to a badly installed front wheel spacer causing one of the front rotors to drag.
@@TheManoy66 When they are set up correctly, have they locked up on you in emergency stopping?
@@kwamestamps35 none that i could remember. I tend to brake early with the VTX and use a lot of engine brake as well.
From this side of planet....
Hi, I own a 04 VTX1800C and planning to ship to pinas. I live in Utah and hopefully be riding in Luzon or a tour of the entire country as well. Maybe you know someone who could help me ship out my bike and documentations.
Oh that would be an ordeal in bringing it here and i doubt it would be worth it also especially now when customs is asking a lot of money. Try asking a Luzon based customs broker for rates and fees though.
@@TheManoy66 Thanks
I don't know that bike makes you look like a badass, if it was easy everybody would have one. Ride Hard Die free
You really should not be reviewing a bike that was not designed for your kind of riding. Not offense, but that bike was not made for the Philippines.
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Phillipines roads are total chaos lol
magkano bos inabot ng pag import nyan?
Di ko alam bos. Pag bili namin registrado na and since 2008 pa ang motor dito sa pinas.
for sale yan?
DM me in FB and lets talk. 😉
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Then give it lots of gas.....
Plastic chrome,lousey sound and hot to ride.
What did you do to make the original exhaust sound like that?
The previous owner took out the baffles. Cutting and welding is required for this job. 😱