Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX vs Moto Guzzi V 65 C (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT 600 Shadow VLXstacks up against the Moto Guzzi V 65 C. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT 600 Shadow VLXMoto Guzzi V 65 C
Model year20041984
Price$4,999
Engine583 cc643 cc
Horsepower52 hp
Torque52 Nm
Weight199 kg
Seat height26 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires100/90-19 / 170/80-15 100/90-18 / 130/90-16

Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX vs Moto Guzzi V 65 C — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX and the Moto Guzzi V 65 C usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT 600 Shadow VLX brings its published horsepower, while the Moto Guzzi V 65 C counters with 52 hp at 199 kg.

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: