I've had an 1800 since 2004. Toured with it, ran it through the twisties. How they enginerred a bike that can do both so well is beyond me. My only wishes in that time was for an even larger fuel tank, which came on later models when they relocated the fuel pump, and a sixth gear. You alsso forgoet to mention that sometimes, when you wear a full face helmet, it is hard to get off over the big smile when you are at the end of the ride with a VTX 1800.
Totally agree with you. I'm own a 1800 F model 2008. Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 liters. I can ride on full tank until the yellow lamp switch on, approximately 135-150 miles. And i think, that better if you have 22-23 liters into your tank. Six gear for smooth highway riding will be more useful and pleasantly, for more economical fuel consumption, and as a result, an increase in the mileage distance on one tank. In all other respects, perhaps this is the best motorcycle among big twin cruisers
I started out a long time ago on Yamaha's, and pooh-poohed Honda's for years. Then I bought a VTX 1800 Tourer and, holy crap. Easily one of the very best heavy cruisers anybody ever made, any brand. Outstanding ride, handling, and power.
Been riding ever since I was 17 years old. Father bought me an od '72 Kawasaki S2 350 2-stroke triple and I was hooked. I've owned about a dozen bikes over the years. I had actually stoped riding about 6 years ago, but decided to get back into it during the plague of 2020. Bought an '08 VTX1300C and love it! Then, I read about the 1800s and found a nice, clean one for sale up in Madison, WI last year. I just HAD to have it! hopped on a Greyhound bus for the 4-hour trip there from northwest Indiana. Stayed overnight, visited the dealership in the morning. 2006 VTX1800F2. Love at first sight. Rode it home that day. Still have the 1300, but that 1800 is something else.
Nice putt vid. I hava '02 bought new for (9.2k). Now has 140+ miles. Still looks and runs perfect. Baron Beach bars, corbin seat and FCs make it an all day rider. RHShorty pipe rules. Doubledarksiding tires make it handle the superslab like a locomotive ! Yes. Its a great moto.
@@DM-pl8mz I hope Honda comes out with something bigger than a 1300k cruiser in a few years. I’ve got 37k on mine…100k more and I’ll be ready for a new or slightly used one.
@@DM-pl8mz I bought a 02 1800c when they came out, paid $12,500, I still ride it 22 years later, only about 30k miles. Are you saying yours has 140,000 miles?
i totally thought there was gunna be a lot of negative, but your commentary is hilarious, i fell in love with my vtx 1800 on the 1st ride, for all the reasons you listed, you should definitely turn some of your commentary like the prescription part into an actual commercial 😂😂😂😂😂 it would be great
I just bought my 08’ VTX 1800F in January. First bike ever! I thought I was dumb making this my first motorcycle. I would have been dumb for NOT making this my first motorcycle!
I bought my VTX1800F2 new off the shelf in 2010. Found it at a dealership online. It was still in the crate. Some street sweeper pipes a cobra fuel injection controller and a custom skull air cleaner and it's crazy fast. I LOVE THIS BIKE!
Rode dirt bikes growing up but never got a bike. Five years ago I went to visit my father in Florida and he and my step mom rode. She had a Vtx 1300 and my dad had the 1800. We went for a ride and I hopped on the 1300. I had the operational aspect down but it was my first time riding a legit motorcycle. Got the hang of it pretty quick and we did a lot of riding that day. Next day I hopped on the 1800. Man what a difference. Once I rode that I couldn’t go back to the 1300. Couple years later my stepmom sold the 1300 And took my fathers 1800. Dad picked up a rune. When I rode THAT, it was hard to go back to the 1800. lol. Anyhow, my father passed about a year or so ago and I finally made the decision to get my ML and a bike. Taking the MSF class in a couple weeks and have a 2005 VTX 1800 F1 that I’ll be picking up couple days after the class. Wish I did this years ago but I guess better late than never. Lol.
That’s awesome man! That class is invaluable for sure, and I’m glad you got an 1800 that’s awesome. I’m sorry to hear about your Dad, that’s cool you got to ride with them though. Ride safe brother thanks for watching.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 thanks man. Getting this bike is for me but also for him and to keep a nice memory alive. Ride safe as well and live life!!
My friend has one. Rode it for the first time yesterday and it is a rocket ship lol very smooth, shifts great and I love the wide seat. I’m gonna buy one asap
I passed my licence 2 years ago,got myself an 2019 sv650x,loved her but went to my local dealer on a off chance,and their she was,sitting in a corner,a 2002 vtx1800r,I sat on her,I started her and I didn't even test ride her,I traded my bike for her with no hesistation right their and then and all I can say is she is everything for me,I found out she came from California and now I owe her in the south of UK and yes she turns heads over here.👍
All my life I only owned Sport bikes! I stopped riding 20 yrs ago and the need for another bike has been eating at me!! I've read so much about the Honda VTX 1800C! I located one and fell in love!
I love my F model, I neglected it for a couple years but got it running again recently. I got a bit of adrenaline going after the first ride in so long and bam, in love with it again. I have a supercharger for it in a cooler that I may tinker with installing this winter.
Have to say, at the beginning, my lightening fast mind thought you were actually whining about the mirrors. Then I got it. Kudos on your dry humor! The one about drivers on your left or right at a stop tasting your prop wash made me lol! I bought a retro as soon as they came out in 2002, still have it and going strong in 2023. Only problem ever was the coil grounds. I’ll never not ride it.
I have a 2002 vtx 1800 retro i bought new and have added a switchblade windscreen 2up with lowers, hardbags from viking, 1.5 inch cobra highway bars with footrests and more, i smile every time i take my girl for a spin, better than a Harley or anything else IMHO.
I just switched from a GSXR1000 to an 02 VTX1800c and I was worried about not having enough power, man am I impressed. And my wife loves being on the back of it the bike doesn’t even notice her.
Long time VTX1800C owner. 114hp, 120lbs of torque. Freedom Performance 2-1 pipes are the way to go. Everything else is just noise. PC V with basically any performance air intake and you're turning your VTX into hyper beast mode.
They are not made any more, but did you ever hear the pipes Jardine made for this bike? I was at a group get together with many pipes,and as soon as I heard them my mind was made up. Mine still sound great, but some chrome started flaking off heat shields, of course 20 years old and all.
So excited. Bought a 02 but won't pick it up till after winter. Chicago to wyoming trip. I'm gonna trailer it, but do a bunch of riding the way back. Can't wait.
I've owned a 2003 VTX 1800 since 2004. Bought it brand new in allusion blue since it was left over from 2003 because of the color(everybody wanted black back then). Great machine from day1. Smoked a few doubting Harley owners(some while riding 2 up). Bought a Bonneville lately but still own the VTX 'cause I'll never sell it.
Love it! My 02 is my therapy. Another thing you have to get used of is not caring which direction to turn when you come to a fork in the road. It doesn’t matter.
As soon as you started trashing the mirrors.... I thought you were crazy. I realized you were in love with the bike and I totally understand. I personally want a Rune model with the six cylinder and the only complaint I have with Honda is how long until you make a six speed transmission ???? Always puzzled me how they didn't understand how much difference it really makes. Just my opinion though.
I've got a 1800R. Fully loaded. Black and a lot of chrome. It gets complemented every time I take it out. And they are correct- man,that's a good looking bike - yes sir, for a Honda. They always reply. Honda? Looks like a Harley.
Bought 1800c in feb. 2002 first model year. Still have it 13,785 miles on it. My back is shit (degenerative disk bullshit) so I cant ride much anymore. 20 miles here or there. I WILL NEVER SELL IT I FUCKING REFUSE TO!!!!!
I feel horribly sick watching this, because I feel like this might go the way of Honda S2000. I pray that I can still buy one in the next year or so, while they are still available on the market. The VTX1800 has been one of my dream bikes forever.
Paid $4k for my 2006 1800N with just shy of 21k miles almost two years ago. Love it. Enjoyed your videos before and after I bought my VTX, but man, please work on the audio. The wind noise is awful.
@@himonwillard5088 I rode Pittsburgh to Nashville plus an hour on each side round trip. It was my Midwest Gas Station Tour. At 80mph I was stopping every 100 miles for gas. Towards the end of the trip I backed down to 65-70 and was getting 115 miles per tank.
Nice bike. I rode a new 06 VTX1300C for a few years all across the Southwest, but it was secondary to me because at the same time, I also owned an 06 ZZR1200 that would launch me into outer space at the twist of a wrist. All in all, looking back, the VTX line is one of the best if not the best out there. Reliability, power, speed, and good looks. And a full face helmet kept my jaw from popping off when I hit the pavement chin first coming off a Suze Katana 750 at 63 mph. A guy stopped his sedan dead still in front of me on Interstate 20 with no space to get around him. I wound up with irritating road rash and a sprained ankle. Some kind of miracle I guess. Cheers!
i tell you what i have a 1100 i love and i also won a 2023 goldwing dct. and i bought a 2005 vtx 1800 a week ago beats any damn harley i have ever owne and i have only owned harleys since 1970 was a custom bike builder in calif for many years. i worked for harley and to be very honest they are pure ass junk over priced just for the name.well after buying the 1st 1800 i bought another one for 3600 also low miles. i figure if one ever goes bad i have a backup. lolthe wing is great for long trips. but the 1800 is pure ass BAD just ordered a set of bags for the one. i live in washington state. up by canada middle of the state. winter is coming so have to get ready but if yuou have no experiance on something with this much touque then start with a 1100 or a 1300 then go to the 1800 it will kill you. be careful ride it like you stole it
Like you, I've ridden over 10 bikes during the past few decades. And the two bikes that had the most unique personality are the Honda VTX 1800 and the Honda Valkyrie. Held on to the VTX because it's fuel injected. Thanks for sharing.
I own a silver 2002 VTX-1800C. 9,500 original miles, Mad fast, had it upward of 140 mph and still some throttle left. One warning though. These guys eat through front tires. Not sure why. About 5k miles per tire.
Stock seat is not bad, i’ve been on it for hours and hours and I have not had any problems. suspension is not as good as my Vulcan nomad but it’s not terrible either. The brakes quite honestly could be better in my opinion. For having two rotors in the front and three pistons they are not as grabby as my triumph 1600, which only has two pistons on each rotor in the front. But the overall package is amazing when you hit the throttle. It’s delivery overcomes the smaller things in my opinion. I hope it helps, for what you pay for one of these it over delivers.
That is definitely a possibility. I just bought a victory 2012 Hammer and I’m sure I’m gonna be looking at the same issues. But in the end, there’s always a way to get parts whether it be eBay or a good mechanic that has an in. 1800 is a great bike.
You should be a salesman. I'm buying one. Power and Reliability!!?? And you are 90% sure you don't want to poop out of your pancreas? I'm a solid 50% so I'm in.
I didn’t own both but I had the same issue vtx 1800 2005 vs a HD road king 2003 similar price. I was lucky to be able to test drive both and the road king was nice. I thought why bother testing the vtx next week when I could get this one now but I was patient. The vtx impressed me so much that it wasn’t even a competition and I was surprised. It is like a sportster and a cruiser had a baby.
As long as the gas tank is stock and has the 1800 badge and there is no salvage title. If it runs great, I would get it. $3500 for 7000 miles is pretty good.
For reliability, performance, comfort, styling, etc. etc. etc. you can't be a Honda, but there's something about the sound of the VTX that is lacking. I don't know what it is, but I suspect it's whatever aftermarket pipe people are using.
Most aftermarket pipes I see (including mine) are suspiciously missing baffles. I agree from behind they sound like an old John Deere Tractor, but from the pilot's seat it sounds great.
Don't forget about the Kawasaki Vulcan 2000cc v-twin. That thing is a rolling torque monster that falls into about the same price bracket as the Honda VTX 1800.
Do you want a VTX 1800? I have a 2003, I'm the only owner, located in central North Carolina. Bike was well maintained with regular oil changes every 5000 miles. Extras include Memphis Shades Shield, Leatherlyke Saddle Bags, Trunk, Ultimate-X Seat refoamed by Mean City Cycles and more. $2995 obo. My UA-cam Channel has some videos of my riding it. I took it out last weekend for 50 mile ride and I had more fun than this guy did in this video. ;-)
I've had an 1800 since 2004. Toured with it, ran it through the twisties. How they enginerred a bike that can do both so well is beyond me. My only wishes in that time was for an even larger fuel tank, which came on later models when they relocated the fuel pump, and a sixth gear.
You alsso forgoet to mention that sometimes, when you wear a full face helmet, it is hard to get off over the big smile when you are at the end of the ride with a VTX 1800.
Totally agree with you. I'm own a 1800 F model 2008. Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 liters. I can ride on full tank until the yellow lamp switch on, approximately 135-150 miles. And i think, that better if you have 22-23 liters into your tank. Six gear for smooth highway riding will be more useful and pleasantly, for more economical fuel consumption, and as a result, an increase in the mileage distance on one tank. In all other respects, perhaps this is the best motorcycle among big twin cruisers
I started out a long time ago on Yamaha's, and pooh-poohed Honda's for years. Then I bought a VTX 1800 Tourer and, holy crap. Easily one of the very best heavy cruisers anybody ever made, any brand. Outstanding ride, handling, and power.
Been riding ever since I was 17 years old. Father bought me an od '72 Kawasaki S2 350 2-stroke triple and I was hooked. I've owned about a dozen bikes over the years. I had actually stoped riding about 6 years ago, but decided to get back into it during the plague of 2020. Bought an '08 VTX1300C and love it! Then, I read about the 1800s and found a nice, clean one for sale up in Madison, WI last year. I just HAD to have it! hopped on a Greyhound bus for the 4-hour trip there from northwest Indiana. Stayed overnight, visited the dealership in the morning. 2006 VTX1800F2. Love at first sight. Rode it home that day. Still have the 1300, but that 1800 is something else.
That’s an awesome history man. Enjoy that 1800! There’s just something different about them.
Great description of the medicinal properties of the 1800. Mine makes the problems of the day melt away, but torque is an addictive substance.
You just can't go wrong with this bike, not that fancy as those new harleys but it's in it's own league, loving everything about it
My '03 VTX1800C has been my on-call therapist for 15 years.
2 1/2 years on my 1800. It was a barn find. Had 13k on the old 02 and I’ve done everything myself on her. Perfect on the freeways and highways.
Did you add a windscreen
Nice putt vid.
I hava '02 bought new for (9.2k).
Now has 140+ miles. Still looks and runs perfect. Baron Beach bars, corbin seat and FCs make it an all day rider. RHShorty pipe rules.
Doubledarksiding tires make it handle the superslab like a locomotive !
Yes. Its a great moto.
@@DM-pl8mz I hope Honda comes out with something bigger than a 1300k cruiser in a few years. I’ve got 37k on mine…100k more and I’ll be ready for a new or slightly used one.
@@DM-pl8mz I bought a 02 1800c when they came out, paid $12,500, I still ride it 22 years later, only about 30k miles. Are you saying yours has 140,000 miles?
i totally thought there was gunna be a lot of negative, but your commentary is hilarious, i fell in love with my vtx 1800 on the 1st ride, for all the reasons you listed, you should definitely turn some of your commentary like the prescription part into an actual commercial 😂😂😂😂😂 it would be great
Thanks for watching!
I already have another Honda, but VTX is still in my heart. The best cuiser in the world. A masterpiece
I just bought my 08’ VTX 1800F in January. First bike ever! I thought I was dumb making this my first motorcycle. I would have been dumb for NOT making this my first motorcycle!
Scary as hell at first right??? Enjoy your Vtx bro I am so glad I got this bike too!!!!
@@tkong35 so scary compared to the Honda Rebel at the rider course! Still learning to control this heavy beast at slow speeds! Going fast is easy!
Going fast is WAY to easy on my 1800F, it’s one hell of a bike
It's actually really tame at low speeds. It's just heavy. But I wouldn't say that much harder to handle than a shadow.
I bought my VTX1800F2 new off the shelf in 2010. Found it at a dealership online. It was still in the crate. Some street sweeper pipes a cobra fuel injection controller and a custom skull air cleaner and it's crazy fast. I LOVE THIS BIKE!
Rode dirt bikes growing up but never got a bike. Five years ago I went to visit my father in Florida and he and my step mom rode. She had a Vtx 1300 and my dad had the 1800. We went for a ride and I hopped on the 1300. I had the operational aspect down but it was my first time riding a legit motorcycle. Got the hang of it pretty quick and we did a lot of riding that day. Next day I hopped on the 1800. Man what a difference. Once I rode that I couldn’t go back to the 1300. Couple years later my stepmom sold the 1300
And took my fathers 1800. Dad picked up a rune. When I rode THAT, it was hard to go back to the 1800. lol. Anyhow, my father passed about a year or so ago and I finally made the decision to get my ML and a bike. Taking the MSF class in a couple weeks and have a 2005 VTX 1800 F1 that I’ll be picking up couple days after the class. Wish I did this years ago but I guess better late than never. Lol.
That’s awesome man! That class is invaluable for sure, and I’m glad you got an 1800 that’s awesome. I’m sorry to hear about your Dad, that’s cool you got to ride with them though. Ride safe brother thanks for watching.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 thanks man. Getting this bike is for me but also for him and to keep a nice memory alive. Ride safe as well and live life!!
My friend has one. Rode it for the first time yesterday and it is a rocket ship lol very smooth, shifts great and I love the wide seat. I’m gonna buy one asap
I passed my licence 2 years ago,got myself an 2019 sv650x,loved her but went to my local dealer on a off chance,and their she was,sitting in a corner,a 2002 vtx1800r,I sat on her,I started her and I didn't even test ride her,I traded my bike for her with no hesistation right their and then and all I can say is she is everything for me,I found out she came from California and now I owe her in the south of UK and yes she turns heads over here.👍
I’ll bet she does turn heads that’s awesome you got one over there!! Ride safe!!
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Will do,and you too me friend,👍
All my life I only owned Sport bikes! I stopped riding 20 yrs ago and the need for another bike has been eating at me!! I've read so much about the Honda VTX 1800C! I located one and fell in love!
I love my F model, I neglected it for a couple years but got it running again recently. I got a bit of adrenaline going after the first ride in so long and bam, in love with it again. I have a supercharger for it in a cooler that I may tinker with installing this winter.
Nice!!
Love the commentary. I had a 2003 VTX but had to sell it😢. I LOVED that bike.
Have to say, at the beginning, my lightening fast mind thought you were actually whining about the mirrors. Then I got it. Kudos on your dry humor! The one about drivers on your left or right at a stop tasting your prop wash made me lol!
I bought a retro as soon as they came out in 2002, still have it and going strong in 2023. Only problem ever was the coil grounds.
I’ll never not ride it.
Great vid brother! I just purchased a 2002 VTX 1800 today and I am so looking forward to riding it this summer!!! thanks for sharing!
Thank you for watching!
I have a 2002 vtx 1800 retro i bought new and have added a switchblade windscreen 2up with lowers, hardbags from viking, 1.5 inch cobra highway bars with footrests and more, i smile every time i take my girl for a spin, better than a Harley or anything else IMHO.
I got the same one your video review was everything u said and MORE!!! THANKS
I just switched from a GSXR1000 to an 02 VTX1800c and I was worried about not having enough power, man am I impressed. And my wife loves being on the back of it the bike doesn’t even notice her.
Love my VTX, but I kept my Busa.
@@SASQUATCH205 you gotta keep the Busa cuz they ain't even close to the same riding experience.
@@SASQUATCH205 someday I'll ride one..😂
Long time VTX1800C owner. 114hp, 120lbs of torque. Freedom Performance 2-1 pipes are the way to go. Everything else is just noise. PC V with basically any performance air intake and you're turning your VTX into hyper beast mode.
What is PC V?
@@Ritalie power commander V (5)
They are not made any more, but did you ever hear the pipes Jardine made for this bike? I was at a group get together with many pipes,and as soon as I heard them my mind was made up. Mine still sound great, but some chrome started flaking off heat shields, of course 20 years old and all.
So excited. Bought a 02 but won't pick it up till after winter. Chicago to wyoming trip. I'm gonna trailer it, but do a bunch of riding the way back. Can't wait.
Nice !! Congratulations man!
One of the best/greatest Honda’s I’ve ever owned!!!! And I only have 2,200 miles on it!!! 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
I've owned a 2003 VTX 1800 since 2004. Bought it brand new in allusion blue since it was left over from 2003 because of the color(everybody wanted black back then). Great machine from day1. Smoked a few doubting Harley owners(some while riding 2 up). Bought a Bonneville lately but still own the VTX 'cause I'll never sell it.
My 02 vtx1800r has 103xxx miles on it. I've owned it for 2 years. I love it more then the kids.
I've got an 2003 with 109,500 on it, just put another 50 on it last weekend, such a fun bike to ride.
Love it!
My 02 is my therapy.
Another thing you have to get used of is not caring which direction to turn when you come to a fork in the road. It doesn’t matter.
My favorite ride is where my goal is to get lost...
The only thing I wish I had known before buying my VTX1800 is that it existed!
As soon as you started trashing the mirrors.... I thought you were crazy. I realized you were in love with the bike and I totally understand. I personally want a Rune model with the six cylinder and the only complaint I have with Honda is how long until you make a six speed transmission ???? Always puzzled me how they didn't understand how much difference it really makes. Just my opinion though.
I like your style, keep making videos.
Thank you I shall endeavor!
Lol I love the infomercial bit, well done
I've got a 1800R. Fully loaded. Black and a lot of chrome. It gets complemented every time I take it out. And they are correct- man,that's a good looking bike - yes sir, for a Honda. They always reply. Honda? Looks like a Harley.
I have a 02 and love the hell out of it.
I have the same problem with the mirrors on mine!!
Bought 1800c in feb. 2002 first model year. Still have it 13,785 miles on it. My back is shit (degenerative disk bullshit) so I cant ride much anymore. 20 miles here or there. I WILL NEVER SELL IT I FUCKING REFUSE TO!!!!!
I’m with you I’m not parting with mine either.
I want a VTX 1800. On an '05 Mean Streak 1500 right now. Chomping at the bit for that Honda though.
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@Wasn't Me I can't wait. Getting closer!
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I want this bike Bad I'm selling my Yamaha roadstar 1600 I need a monster in my life!! Thank you for the vid I dream about this every 🌃
Thank you for watching.
I feel horribly sick watching this, because I feel like this might go the way of Honda S2000. I pray that I can still buy one in the next year or so, while they are still available on the market. The VTX1800 has been one of my dream bikes forever.
Paid $4k for my 2006 1800N with just shy of 21k miles almost two years ago. Love it. Enjoyed your videos before and after I bought my VTX, but man, please work on the audio. The wind noise is awful.
I know, I’ve got a noise reduction, mic I’m using now, I’m working on refining the sound, thank you for watching though.
I have a 2003 vtx1800c and love it. Vance and Hines exhaust, Cobra commander ignition. Only complaint is fuel tank size 4.6 gallons.
Road trips very quickly turn into gas station tours.
@@thomabb especially the way I ride. 100 miles to a tank.
@@himonwillard5088 I rode Pittsburgh to Nashville plus an hour on each side round trip. It was my Midwest Gas Station Tour. At 80mph I was stopping every 100 miles for gas. Towards the end of the trip I backed down to 65-70 and was getting 115 miles per tank.
Nice bike. I rode a new 06 VTX1300C for a few years all across the Southwest, but it was secondary to me because at the same time, I also owned an 06 ZZR1200 that would launch me into outer space at the twist of a wrist. All in all, looking back, the VTX line is one of the best if not the best out there. Reliability, power, speed, and good looks.
And a full face helmet kept my jaw from popping off when I hit the pavement chin first coming off a Suze Katana 750 at 63 mph. A guy stopped his sedan dead still in front of me on Interstate 20 with no space to get around him. I wound up with irritating road rash and a sprained ankle. Some kind of miracle I guess. Cheers!
I wonder if Honda still has any of those motors packed away somewhere?
I am certain they do
I have a 04 1300 and the only thing i hate is the turn signal switch other than that its the best bike ive ever had
Yep, my turn signal switch on my 04, 1800 vtx, not so great. On my 08 vtx 1800, no problem.
I agree, it's what I always thought a motorcycle should be.👍
i tell you what i have a 1100 i love and i also won a 2023 goldwing dct. and i bought a 2005 vtx 1800 a week ago beats any damn harley i have ever owne and i have only owned harleys since 1970 was a custom bike builder in calif for many years. i worked for harley and to be very honest they are pure ass junk over priced just for the name.well after buying the 1st 1800 i bought another one for 3600 also low miles. i figure if one ever goes bad i have a backup. lolthe wing is great for long trips. but the 1800 is pure ass BAD just ordered a set of bags for the one. i live in washington state. up by canada middle of the state. winter is coming so have to get ready but if yuou have no experiance on something with this much touque then start with a 1100 or a 1300 then go to the 1800 it will kill you. be careful ride it like you stole it
Like you, I've ridden over 10 bikes during the past few decades. And the two bikes that had the most unique personality are the Honda VTX 1800 and the Honda Valkyrie. Held on to the VTX because it's fuel injected. Thanks for sharing.
I own a silver 2002 VTX-1800C. 9,500 original miles, Mad fast, had it upward of 140 mph and still some throttle left. One warning though. These guys eat through front tires. Not sure why. About 5k miles per tire.
Great bikes. Bought my 1800 brand new in 2002. She's still rolling along. Only 9500mi.
Mine eats front and rears. Although the rears may partially be my fault...
@@thomabb Understood. One thing I haven't been able to make happen is to bring the front off the ground during a launch. Maybe not doing it right!
@@jondear772 That's a heavy motor. I've got the front wheel of the ground a couple times. You need a hot sticky rear tire and balls of steel.
How is the suspension over bumps? How is the stock seat?
How r the brakes?
Thanks.
Stock seat is not bad, i’ve been on it for hours and hours and I have not had any problems. suspension is not as good as my Vulcan nomad but it’s not terrible either. The brakes quite honestly could be better in my opinion. For having two rotors in the front and three pistons they are not as grabby as my triumph 1600, which only has two pistons on each rotor in the front. But the overall package is amazing when you hit the throttle. It’s delivery overcomes the smaller things in my opinion. I hope it helps, for what you pay for one of these it over delivers.
I’ve put a shit ton of miles in original Honda seats like these and the shadow 1100 and they’re just fine.
It's 2023...just bought a 2005 Honda vtx 1800 for my first bike to learn to ride. I'd say I'd put the saying "go big or go home" to good use.
Congratulations on your first bike you picked a great one
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Thanks. I appreciate that
You are learning to ride on a VTX1800? That's like learning to fly in a F22 Raptor. Did you survive?
@thomabb still alive and kickin brotha!!
@@blessedexpress4476 Praise the Lord.
I'm looking for an 1800 and the forums are saying beware due to problems finding parts. Do you agree?
That is definitely a possibility. I just bought a victory 2012 Hammer and I’m sure I’m gonna be looking at the same issues. But in the end, there’s always a way to get parts whether it be eBay or a good mechanic that has an in. 1800 is a great bike.
Bear in mind as of 2019 there are no more new parts being made for it.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 thank you!
These are 20 year old bikes. Of course parts are going to be hard to find.
No. Looks like they are pretty much available on line or through the local Honda dealership. From what I've seen
This is an awesome video on this bike 🤣🤣🤣👍🏾
Thank you for watching!
I'm about to get another one
You should be a salesman. I'm buying one. Power and Reliability!!?? And you are 90% sure you don't want to poop out of your pancreas? I'm a solid 50% so I'm in.
I am torn between this and a HD Road King of similar year. Anybody owned both to advise the pros/cons of each?
I didn’t own both but I had the same issue vtx 1800 2005 vs a HD road king 2003 similar price. I was lucky to be able to test drive both and the road king was nice. I thought why bother testing the vtx next week when I could get this one now but I was patient. The vtx impressed me so much that it wasn’t even a competition and I was surprised. It is like a sportster and a cruiser had a baby.
I have the similar year Road King. Go with the Honda. HD's of those years require some upgrades ....REQUIRE! Cam chain tensioners, oil pumps, etc,
Hello mate, I'm trying to buy a 2007 Honda 1800 Neo for $3500. It got 7k miles on it with a replaced gas tank. Is it worth buying it?
I like the 1800T a lot but I can't find a less driven one in florida. Is Neo worth buying?
As long as the gas tank is stock and has the 1800 badge and there is no salvage title. If it runs great, I would get it. $3500 for 7000 miles is pretty good.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 yeah it got a stock 1800T tank on it with ultimate seats.
Can I replace 1800 Neo fenders with 1800T fenders?
@@kishore9249 now that I am not sure about
For reliability, performance, comfort, styling, etc. etc. etc. you can't be a Honda, but there's something about the sound of the VTX that is lacking. I don't know what it is, but I suspect it's whatever aftermarket pipe people are using.
Most aftermarket pipes I see (including mine) are suspiciously missing baffles. I agree from behind they sound like an old John Deere Tractor, but from the pilot's seat it sounds great.
You’re a Great American 🇺🇸!
Merka!!
Fuck ya bro couldn't buy anything else fuckin love it !!!
I got an vtx 1300 and I love it but I'm starting to get the itch for the 1800
Get the 1800 but hold onto the 1300 if you can it’s better on gas for those longer trips.
They’re getting harder to find in decent shape. They’re worth every penny.
I have a 1100 shadow and I'm itching for a 1800.
I just bought one I love it
@@2wheeldom11 I just made that same switch and couldn’t be happier. I went from an 02 shadow Sabre vt1100 to an 03 vtx1800R
Don't forget about the Kawasaki Vulcan 2000cc v-twin. That thing is a rolling torque monster that falls into about the same price bracket as the Honda VTX 1800.
I have vtx1800 never had any issues pssshhhh
Do you want a VTX 1800? I have a 2003, I'm the only owner, located in central North Carolina. Bike was well maintained with regular oil changes every 5000 miles. Extras include Memphis Shades Shield, Leatherlyke Saddle Bags, Trunk, Ultimate-X Seat refoamed by Mean City Cycles and more. $2995 obo.
My UA-cam Channel has some videos of my riding it. I took it out last weekend for 50 mile ride and I had more fun than this guy did in this video. ;-)
You still have it?
@@adamstampley7207 Yes, it's down to $2495 now.
@@DigitalRodney68 😳...what town?
@@adamstampley7207 I'm inbetween Badin and New London, east of Charlotte, north of Albemarle.
I have one with Cobra pipes aftermarket camshafts oh my gosh fast
Nice!!
Lol😊
Only negative is working on them. They are a pain in the ass...
The coolant and the valves sure are pitas.
I wish you had 6 gears instead of 5. 5th isn't geared for 55 mph. Youhavetodo4th. . And first gear is too high for slow speed maneuvers
LOL🤣
Doctors should prescribe these!!! Hahaha my man
what kind of meds are you takin....LOL
Yep.