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ULTIMATE TORQUE MONSTER! Why The Honda VTX 1800 Was WAY Ahead of Its Time...
This is a 2006 Honda VTX 1800 R that I bought and sold a few years back. Today I'm going over a bit of the history of the VTX 1800 line and sharing how much I paid for this bike as well as what I sold it for. I'm a huge fan of the Honda VTX1800, especially the "F" model. The bikes are total torque monsters with close to 120 ft lbs of torque, and they were way ahead of their time in my opinion. These were, at the time of their release, the largest production engine available.
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Love my VTX 1800. The original "Power Cruiser". Gobs of power and torque, great looks, compliant ride, smooth and predictable handling, rock solid Honda reliability and you can literally pick them up for a song at this point. There are really no downsides to owning this bike.
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I bought a brand new 2007 VTX 1800T in August of 2009. It was still sitting in the Honda warehouse and had never made it to a dealership. Needless to say I got a heck of a deal on it. Fast forward to today,( I actually rode it today), it now has 88,500 miles on the odo and has NEVER had one problem! My other bike is a 2020 Ultra Limited which I like but I love the VTX. Honda really knows how to build a product for the long run!
This man sounds like he knows what he is talking about
This is on the cards in the very near future. I am a Shadow guy
@@rahulrane1658 I came from a CBR 600 and a Shadow 750. Get the 1800 if you have not already bought one. You will not regret it. If you need to crush any doubt, try to test drive one. The first day I drove mine, I was sold. Be easy on the throttle the first time coming from a Shadow cause the bike will throw you if you try to roll the throttle like your used to on the Shadow. If the pure power and torque does not immediately have you sold on the bike then the beautiful sound of that engine and the comfort, stability and smooth as butter shifting will. I was lucky to catch a friend that regrettably bought an HD, so to keep the 1800 from sitting up he sold it to me for 2200 dollars but after owning it, I would easily pay 5k and maybe even 6k dollars for another one if mine was ever stolen or wrecked. That is the only way I would ever get rid of my 1800. stolen or wrecked. Its a joy to ride and I would not ever sell it. It'll get up and go and spin the back tire and the front wheel will even leave the road on a good jump but at the same time its a strong smooth reliable bike that is relaxing and comfortable to enjoy a slow sunday drive. Also, shaft driven and fuel injected just to top off an already great engine. And I swear that thing will pull a bass boat with the torque its got.
@@impirepro06 thank you. I have since purchased a VN2000 and a C109RT, and this one may still be on the cards :-). It is not because I do not like those 2, but one more won't hurt, plus it will be a different flavour of Japanese !!
@@rahulrane1658 haha. Nice. Well take a test drive on the Vtx 1800 if you get the chance. It’s definitely an impressive bike. Hard to beat those Honda motors too. They just won’t die and require so little maintenance. Just the basic maintenance will keep them running forever it seems like
Glad you gave the VTX1800 the respect that it deserves. Been riding over three decades, owned almost every brand, and the current 2002 VTX1800C is my favorite one of them all. It's a torgue monster at city and highway speeds. I'm also partial to its linked braking system. Depressing the rear brake activates a third of the front one too. Second favorite bike is the mighty Valkyrie, Honda's original power cruiser. Rubber side down, Jon.
I had been on a quest for a Valk when I came across an 1800. The ergos killed it for me along with the linked brakes. The exhaust note was not to my liking. Funny, to me they sound badass at idle with a good pipe but when you get them wound out at speed, in my opinion they sound horrendous. To me, that is. It was a year or so later when I finally did find a Valkyrie. I still like and respect the VTX1800...just not a bike for me.
@@jeffkeni Ergos is everything when you're a young geezer like me. What felt comfortable when I was a young whippersnapper no longer does now. My knees appreciate the ergos of a VTX1800 now more than the Valk. cycle-ergo.com/ They are still the two best power cruisers around, IMO. Keep the rubber side of your Valk down, Jeff.
Just found a mint as new 2002 VTX1800S3 with 2,448 miles on it. Wow what a sweet rig. Had to change the tires as they were 20 years old still looked new but thought better safe than sorry. I’ve been on Harleys the last 20 years. I’ll NEVER go back!
haha. I have always liked HD bikes but never owned one. Cant beat the realibilty of a honda motor and Honda bikes being half the price, I just could never bring myself to buy one. I was lucky to catch a co worker who had an 1800 and he had just got a brand new HD so he cut me a huge deal on his 1800 with 12k miles. paid him 2200. only thing wrong was one of the front calipers was siezed up. simple caliper rebuild and it was good as new. Only problem ever had since was that starter solenoid due to the way the vtx has the power draw in the headlight set up. but found that 12 dollar lawn mower solenoid thats been working for years as a replacement on it.
I bought mine back in August of last year, it's a 2007 VTX 1800c had 3400 miles on it, Vance and Hines exhaust, and power commander, paid 5500.00 I absolutely love riding it. Plan on making me a bagger out of it.
I have a 2003 1800C, and I wouldn't trade it for a new Road Glide for anything. So much power, good looking bike. Thanks for showing it to others
I have an '08 VTX n I believe it's the best bike I'll ever own! Thanks for posting.
I absolutely love my 2005 Vtx 1800. The snow is almost gone. Time to ride :)
I'm about to buy a 2003; I can't wait.
Just picked up an 07 F3. With super low miles. Love this bike
Scored a 2007 VTX1800 F model Oct. 2020 for 3,200$ had 16,000mi. And was loaded up with extras like batwing with 6x9s Vance n Hines pipes sissy bar and Ultimate seat. I've put hard matching Viking bags and an integrated taillight on it and it's sitting at 20,000mi. Now. Love this bike.
I've got a vtx 1800c and you're definitely right about it being a torque monster, just put a taller sissy bar for my girl, 14 inch apes, all LED lights and turn signals, spiked air filter, and a blue flame paint job, I have more fun on this bike than I do with my Harley
My dad just left me a 2003 VTX 1800 in his will. Love the bike, yes super torquey, fast and fun!!
Last year of production was 2009 and they were never offered with hard bags , they were a beast of a bike I had a 2007 T2 and finally parted with it when I transitioned to HD and to be totally honest I started riding it like it I stole the bike hitting the rev limiter way to much , it was totally reliable and I still miss it
My first bike was a 2002 vtx 1800c that I bought with 20k miles back in October 2018.
Perfect bike for everything
I've had my 2002 vtx 1800r since early 2003. Been in love ever since. No major issues and always end up talking to people about it. I get lots of questions. She's a beast and I'll never get rid of her.
Think that should become the motto for the VTX 1800 "She's a beast and I will never get rid of her". Seems like everyone that owns one says the same. Coming from a CBR 600 and Shadow 750 its like the best of both worlds for those that want speed, torque, reliability and comfort. Cross between a muscle car and a cruiser
VTX is an AWSOME bike still today!
Absolutely stands the test of time great machine 👍👌
I’ve had 2 so far, 2007 VTX 1800R had 30k on it and sold it.. great bike. I currently have a 2002 1800S now with 8k miles and love it. Missed having the power of the VTX. My only complaint on these bikes are the stock clutch but I’ve put a Barnett in both and it’s good to rip 👍 long live the VTX!!
I just got a 2004 vtx,and I absolutely love it. Tons of torque, really fast fast
I have the VTX 1300. not nearly as much of a beast, but still a damn good bike. The 1800's are an awesome bike and have as much giddy up and go as nearly anything on the market today. Only thing that could be better is the suspension, long distance rides are doable on the VTX, and there are better bikes on the market now. But it took 15 years to catch up.
06 1300c with BUB Jughuggers loud pipes love it.
I love mine ♥️ will never willingly get rid of it!
2003 C 1800 101hp 119 ft Uranium Green.
The Harley Eater!
haha. Its a fun bike to walk away from the cocky HD owners at the line. Always catches them off guard. But the HD owners who know about the 1800 respect it.
Proud owner of a very upgraded 03, 1800C. Thx for the video. Mine features nitrous, Barnett clutch, dual intake manifold and many other very cool enhancements. Love it still and I also own a boosted Triumph Rocket 3!
Too bad we can't post pix here! Mine is an eye popper!!!!
Got to ride a VTX 1800 a few times. The first ride I drifted it through a right turn on accident. Them things are beast mode!
I just got one and I love it. Lots of great info from you thanks. Ride safe.
Those 1800s are rad. My 1300 is a blast but you can't argue with those torque numbers
Just bought a 2005 Honda VTX 1800s....only has 7785..on engine...am I getting a new bike or what...Sweet!!!
I have a 2007 vtx 1800f and it is an amazing bike I definitely prefer it over the other models in terms of looks
I agree
I too have an ‘07 1800F3 in black, and love it!
im about to purchase a 2002 vtx...
he has all the mods on it 28k, im happy about this deal...
Did you buy it? thoughts on the bike if you did?
@@impirepro06 COULDNT PULL THE TRIGGER, there was snow on the ground and i didnt want to buy without testing it, some tubes werent clamped and the such so i got cold feet, engine was cold when i came.............. still think about it though
I wanted one for years, and finally bought an 06 1800C for 4k with just 9k miles on it. I'm sure I'll step back down to something more nimble like a newer Fury one day, but I'm going to love this bike for years, and it will probably always be the bike I talk about the most!
Just bought a 2005 VTX 1800 for $4,200 with 9,000 miles on it. I had a 2002 that I bought new but had to sell it 15 years ago for financial reasons. It's a sweet bike and I missed her.
Purchased a 2005 VTX1800F with only 1700 miles on it a few months ago. Just added some Commander 3 Tires! Coming from sports bikes growing up this cruiser has really impressed me with that nice comfort and torque, but damn this bike is heavy!
I have a 2006 VTX C one owned with 16000 original miles on it.. this bikes factory flames 🔥 is absolutely beautiful. I may sell it for the right price. The original owner had it Dyno tuned with Vance & Hines and it’s fast loud and best of all, reliable!!
I have a 2006 vtx1800f and I love it. straight pipes, power commander 3 and k&n intake. Fastest it has seen is 140mph and it wasn't half way threw 5th. Best part was I got it at a pawnshop for only $1800
And only 3500 miles when got it
Holy smokes! Deal of a lifetime! 🤙😎🏍
My starter solenoid went out on my 2002 vtx 1800 I went to auto parts store bought one for a lawn mower for $15 it's been working for 2 years and cheap to replace if it ever goes out again .
Haha. Best solenoid ever. I did that too. Bought a few of them for the future too. I think mine is going 3 years.
Got my 2002 vtx 1800 a couple months ago for $2500 love this thing
You have been reported to law enforcement for theft sir.
15yrs now with my 03 1800c 👍❤️
I like the VTX 1800 and I have not ridden one. Thanks, like it, good content
I have a 2005 1800 r2. I've had it for 5 years now. Wouldn't trade it for anything out there. Lots of power. Comfortable. Just a joy to ride.
I just picked up my 1800r3, What does the R3 stand for
@@robertdetwieler1631
R3 I believe stands for "Retro edition 3"
I own a 2002 R model. It starts and runs like a top! Had it 8 years so far.
Love your vids...I've got a Warrior which is breathed on...just bought yesterday a Vulcan 2000 from a guy in Chandler. THIS bike is a torque monster...!
My 02 1800c challenges my rocket III in the 0-60, but gets wrecked from 60-120+
Love my VTX 🤘
dam disappointed u didn't ride one for the video
Just bought one a 03 Honda vtx 1800 love it
Had one same color same year and I had installed a bat wing. Thought that was the same bike for a minute. Loved it and traded it off in Daytona @ Rossmyers. The 2010 fat boy was released in that denim black and it was a must buy. But the VTX lead the pack from MI to Daytona.
Jon I like your channel. Great to get a young man's opinion on the bikes I still love.
One of the best thing about Honda 1800 you do not have to be stage one stage to stage three or four to actually make it go put gas in it and enjoy
I own mine new since 2002. Spoke model. Love it and can blow most anything off the road. Also buy old gl 1200 and bring them back to life.
Yeah this was a great video format, would like to see more!
I own a 2006 VTX 1800 and I know what you mean I love it so much torque through every gear there's nothing fun and it stops on the dime
I have the N, but now that I'm 61 years old, I find it too heavy for me. Great bike though. Bought it new in 2004 and absolutely zero issues.
Just bought a 02 1800 VTX and love it 💕
I have a VTX1800R. Vance and Hines big shots, thunder city baffles, PC3 and Corsair air intake,fbat fairing just like the one in this vid, crash bars and mustang fiberglass leather wrapped bags. all for 3k!!! two cross country trips and 160k on the odometer and still pulls wheelies. only maintenance i've done is oil, clutch, plugs and rectifier, Best vtwin bruiser ever made. you can't get any more bang for you buck as far as vtwins go. i'll NEVER get ride of my X18. great bike. great vid.
Looking for one now. Thanks man!
Any time you can get out of a bike square with your purchase price, after getting to ride it for several months or a few years, that's a win!
I own an '05 "F" and it's a monster. Put aftermarket pipes on it, love the bike.
I have a 03 vtx 1800s and still love it. It's fun enough to ride a little hard by myself or a perfectly comfortable 2 up ride.
I always thought of it more like a heritage soft tail style.
I’ve owned 3 1800’s. A “C” that my dad left me, and 2 “R”s. Sold one to my brother. Still have the other one. A barn find that I restored.
I like the F but if I could go back in time I would buy the T. Great looking bike, and I would love to travel on it.
I have an 03 VTX 1800R with soft bags,windshield and Vance&Hines pipes. Got it a cpl yrs ago in mint condition...Luv it so far!! It doesn’t compare to my gixxer I had for yrs but way more comfy and plenty of power!!
I own a 2003 vtx1800s and I absolutely love it
Like most of Jon's videos, my right ear really enjoyed this video. While my left ear was sadly "left" out. Great video Jon! gotta fix that mic though.
I've got a new set upin the works...🤙😎
At first I thought my air pods were jacked up.
I have a VTX 1300 and love it. however I would love to have the added power of an 1800
Same here. Looking for an 1800 this year
I have a VTX 1300. Awesome bikes. Wish they still made them.
You read my mind. I've thought of an 1800 Fury as well, with twin discs.
Great take. I enjoy your videos alot. How does the Vtx compare to the Yamaha Raider?
Cool bike I had the 1800R sunburst orange
Proud owner of a 2008 VTX1800 F1. I love this bike and the awesome torque Always owned Honda motorcycles. Just started a Motovlog channel and will be using this bike as the ride. There are still many of these around to be had and they are priced very reasonable. One Day when I grow up I may get a Harley, but economically for me this makes sense and gives me a whole lot of bike bang for buck
I follow you
@@mrfourtysevenman thank you !
I bought a VTX 1800R last spring with a trike kit on it ( I pretty much have to go trike or trike kit these days with a bad knee ) and I love the bike , plenty of shit n git for me and super comfortable with floor boards and highway pegs to go back n forth with .... the ONLY complaint I have is I spend a ton of time at gas stations , the fuel economy is not great and the gas tank is smaller than it looks so you are having to stop sooner than most others
Never rode a trike but interested to know how the 1800 engine handles the set up. I know with mine riding 2 up feels no different the riding solo. Do you notice any difference in power in the trike version opposed to the two wheel setup?
@@impirepro06 there may be a SLIGHT difference technically but I can not notice the difference simply by riding it ...
Just inherited a o3 with only 5600 miles gonna enjoy it
I have a 06 1800r love it
👍 still got mine 03R VTX 1800CC
I thought they looked good. I never road one tough. Until just the last couple of years as far as a big heavy street bike went if it wasn't a Harley I didn't want it. Things are slightly different now, but as long as I can only have 1 bike it will be a Harley. Stay safe and healthy Jon.
I have the 02 1800 and it’s what I call a Sport cruiser just because it’s a cruiser but has been raked with a 240 rear and commander 3. Good cruiser but you can ride it like a sport bike if that make any sense. Merry Christmas
Haha. I call it a sport cruiser with stock setup. Like a muscle car and a Goldwing had a child together.
My 08 is my lover now.
Would luv to add those bags, rear trunk box and captains rear seat. Anyone have any links, or websites? I have a 2007 vtx1800F2 with a batwing. Need mirror replacements also, any links or recommendations?
Ty
just picked up a 2002 with a 11k and a power commander needs some things but holy cow what power got a 88cu harley and this thing is scary
Nice drags
I'm about to buy a custom 03, red with ghost flames and all chromed out! I can't freaking wait!
just curious. its a year later, any opinions on the bike after owning it for a year?
@@impirepro06 I love it! It's legitimately the GREATEST machine I ever owned. My last bike was a GSXR-1000, before that a GZXR-750 an R1 my first bike was a Yamaha 6r, just the sport tour of the R6 and out of all them... my VTX is the greatest machine ever. Not as fast.... but still scrapes around corners and it just looks cool. Love love love my VTX!
@@jamesdip2 haha. That’s awesome. It doesn’t have that sport bike acceleration and speed but it’s got insane raw power and torque for a cruiser. I had a CBR 600. Fun but uncomfortable on long rides. The 1800 is like a muscle car crossed with the smooth ride and shifting of a cadillac. I was sold on the my first test drive before I shifted out of first. Still love getting on it from a dead stop and letting back end slide around while the tire spins. Just a great bike. Fuel injection and drive shaft is the icing on top of a monster engine
I bought a 1800r last night
I love mine but really wish it had a 6 speed trans and radiators were still available.
love my 02 1800c
I currently own a 2005 1800c and I really like riding this bike. I owned a Harley but had to wrench on it to much. I have noticed that a majority of bikes for sale are Harleys. Ever wonder why? Just my thought
My father-in-law has one it's the 1 I believe it's 2100 C c's and all blacked out. unfortunately it's just sitting in front of his house with no cover for many years been rotted away by the weather and the sea air..
new to this would it be better to get this or a fxr
What do you think about this bike as a trike? There is one for sale near me and I was thinking of getting it..
Thanks Jon, Finally some 1800 love! I've got an F model. It pulls man! Got my eye on a Roadliner, looking for more of a comfy cruiser with good power. (and better exhaust note). Any opinion on the two?
josh weddle I also own the F. 2007.
By far the best road bike I’ve ever owned. I’ve owned Ducati’s, Harley’s, Bro’s, Norton’s, BMW, Triumph’s, Aprillas...etc. You name it,I’ve either owned it or riden it.
VTX 1800 takes em all!
It’s funny, my Dad keeps trying to gift me his 2017 Harley Ultra Limited. I keep declining. He thinks I’m nuts. I tell him, the value isn’t in the sticker price...it’s in the goods.
Harley has got to be the short(for all you market traders out there) of a lifetime right now. That company is as good as cooked. The baby boomers(their only real clientele) are too old for bikes now, and nobody gives a sh$( about a $2,000 custom paint job.
I've ridden both and the roadliner/stratoliner, while still a monster engine, seems a bit more tame by my recollection. But it's been a long time.
I have a 2005 vtx 1800N I love the power, and the cool tire hugging rear tire. It has a power commander and big straight pipes. Idk how much power it may have give it but it is a beast
seems would be better to do a little suspension work and a different exhaust. what about the exhaust do you not like? Sound level, smoothness, etc....?
I'm thinking now , this vtx 1800 instead of the road king. I plan on longer rides 2 up.
QUESTION TO ALL. I own an '03 VTX1800S, and want to reduce the RAKE, and the configuration of the WHEELS, from 17", and 15" to 16". With no Engineering background, I can not predict what the performance, SAFETY would be, Your thoughts?
Love my vtx 1800
Love my vtx not enough vids of this bike
I had one for 5 years (2006-2011) it was a 2003 retro....it was way to heavy, sounded terrible even with vance & hines exaust, front and back wheels did not line up, no way to adjust, way to much play in the drive line,which gave it a " herky-jerky" feel at low speeds, maybe it was wrecked and put back together, don't know.....glad I had kept my 1995 honda shadow 1100, which I bought 20 years ago and still ride, it runs like a clock......love your channel Jon
Not "maybe" but certenly it was wreked and rebuilt.
I know you love the warrior. The vtx 1800, the m109r, and the vaquero.
Have you ever owned a yamaha stratoliner 1900?
I've had a handful of stratoliners and the raider. Also great bikes for sure. 😎🤙
@@JonsMotoGarage how do you find they compare all in all?
Could be an interesting topic in a vid if you get another big bore metric
On paper, the raider/stratoliners have as much torque, if not more. But from my recollection, they dont seem quite as gnarly in person. Hmmm...now I'm curious. It's been so long since I rode either. I need to get my hands on both. Lol.
Down low, I bet the Yamaha has better torque. But I'd bet the water cooled bikes have way more power higher in the revs.
I've never ridden the Suzuki, but I've heard nothing but great things.
I have a hard time with the looks of that bike..
I love your video topics by the way. I wheel and deal in bikes the same as you. I live in a small town tho so I sure don't move bikes through like you do.
I miss my old vtx1800. I think it's every bit as quick as my current raider but my 04 vrod will definately walk either.
Not necessarily. How far is the race? Lol
I've walked on several vrods with my vtx non have given my a challenge yet
The vrods that you beat with your vtx must have been short shifting. Both my vtx and vrod are tuned, vrod is faster. Ive also ridden stock ones, same difference.
What gas tank is on your drz?
I have the F model and its yhe best bike i have ever owned and probaly wont ever sell it
There are 2 nice VTX1800s for sale at my local shop. $3K apiece. Too big for me. Both are in perfect shape.
Can you drop a name of the city and shop where the bikes are at please? Thx!
I've actually been looking for a beefy bike. I've been looking at fatboys, vrods and concours's but idk man, there's so many cool bikes like this out there too.
I've been wanting to get a councours as well. Seems like truly the best of all worlds - comfort, performance, handling, etc. Definitely lots of good options!
@@JonsMotoGarage Yeah, it's kind of hard to find em used without entirely too many miles on them though haha. I'm using the quarantine as an excuse to hold myself back a bit and make sure I get the right bike. I feel like there's always something new sneaking up on me that I'm interested in too lol
@Bunnyshooter 223 That's the plan. I rushed my last purchase and that's how I ended up here just a few months later wishing I looked at more bikes. Lesson learned!
I have a vtx1300. I really like it but I’m getting tired of the carb since I ride year round in below 32*F. I don’t want to do so many mods to where It would have been cheaper just to get a road king with fuel injection. I’ve done some Glen’s vtx garage mods as well as the STS module. I’m considering getting a ST1300, or a triple. Broad range, I know. We’ll see.
Yeah, I feel like they should have made both bikes EFI, I imagine it was for costs, and to further separate the flagship model, but it would have made a lot of sense. Even being a carby, that 1300 is no slowpoke!
Can you do a video of some good trails to ride on in Phoenix area?
Own a 2005 1800 f. Thinking about selling it. In like new condition
Retro is my fav.. I have a custom 02 1800R in paint now. and forced to ride an 05 ultra classic till I get her back. I'm, spoiled I can not find a newer bike that touches all the points the VTX hits. And I can't do 1300 since there is 1800 in the world. I have still not got to ride the Stratoliner 1900 I hear it's nice. and has a cool look.. but it misses the boat on BADA(&^ look like the VTX