Honda VF 750 C Shadow vs Honda CB 750 C (2001)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VF 750 C Shadowstacks up against the Honda CB 750 C. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VF 750 C ShadowHonda CB 750 C
Model year20011983
Price
Engine748 cc748 cc
Horsepower89 hp77 hp
Torque70 Nm
Weight229 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake
Tires110/90-19 / 130/90-16

Honda VF 750 C Shadow vs Honda CB 750 C — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VF 750 C Shadow and the Honda CB 750 C usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VF 750 C Shadow brings 89 hp in a 229 kg package, while the Honda CB 750 C counters with 77 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: