Zero Engineering Type 9 vs Honda VTX 1800S Classic Cruiser (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Zero Engineering Type 9stacks up against the Honda VTX 1800S Classic Cruiser. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecZero Engineering Type 9Honda VTX 1800S Classic Cruiser
Model year20222006
Price
Engine1570 cc1795 cc
Weight340 kg
Seat height25 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicDouble disc. Dual 296 mm discs with LBS 3-piston calipers
Rear brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc. Single 316 mm disc with LBS 2-piston caliper
Tires4.50-18 / 5.00-16 150/80-17 / 180/70-15

Zero Engineering Type 9 vs Honda VTX 1800S Classic Cruiser — which should you buy?

Picking between the Zero Engineering Type 9 and the Honda VTX 1800S Classic Cruiser usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Zero Engineering Type 9 brings its published horsepower, while the Honda VTX 1800S Classic Cruiser counters with its own power figure at 340 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: