2008 Honda VTX1800 F1 Review: V-twin Extreme with Behemoth Torque. The Best Cruiser Ever Made!!
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VTX1800 Review. The 2008 Honda VTX1800 F1 motorcycle review. The differences between the honda VTX1300 and The Honda VTX1800 are explained. I show off my VTX and go over the modifications that have been done to my bike and expound on what I find so intriguing about this motorcycle. After raising two kids and finishing school, I decided its time to get back on two wheels and enjoy riding while I still can.
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Nothing wrong with that VTX Charlie, beautiful bike. Harleys are great cool bikes but the big four from Japan are better value for the money.
The Prodigal Stranger I cannot agree more. What’s your ride ?
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures Between bikes at the moment. Last bike was a 1972 Honda 450. Saving up for a Can Am Spyder F3 or maybe on RT.
Most definitely. The VTX is made in Marysville Ohio. 95% American bike. No other bike can make that claim.
@@theprodigalstranger5259 you pick up a bike yet ?
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures Sure did July 2021. Got a 2011 Can Am Spyder RT. Put over 2000 miles on so far. How you doing?
I love these bikes! I'm riding the 2008 Neo model. It had 3000 miles on it when I bought it in 2019 (immaculate condition).
It's simply a blast to fly on it.
The neo model is really cool I love the way the round fender and saddlebags match. It’s hard to believe people would buy these bikes and never ride them. But I’m glad they did and didn’t.
Whenever I cross paths with another motorcyclist on the road, we always end up talking about our bikes. This video feels exactly like that. Great job giving us some color commentary on your bike, Charlie. You DO meet the nicest peeps on a Honda. :)
Mr. Solitude ALWAYS good to hear from you. Yeah. You could have two guys from two completely different backgrounds with two complete different interests in most everything in their life, two completely different lifestyles, but have the common thread of a motorcycle and the camaraderie is amazing.
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures You give us VTX 1800 owners a good image, Charlie. Rubber side down, Kemosabe.
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures P.S. Dennis in the Ukraine is another proud owner of the VTX 1800. Doesn't post much, but his vids on the bike are very informative. He's taken his bike on roads most of us won't. :) ruclips.net/user/RoadHomeMotorcycleVlogsfeatured
Mr. Solitude I’ve watched his videos too
Your comment shows up in my notifications but for some reason it’s not showing up in my video. I appreciate you making a comment about your tires but for some reason it’s not allowing it to post to the video. I had the same issue when I posted something on Ian Landesman‘s channel
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Beautiful motorcycle, instant classic. Keep it 20 years and it will still look good, and collectable!
Arithia thanks for the compliment. This is why I want a second bike to beat around on and then keep the miles down and keep it super nice.
As much as I love my VTX1800, truth be told, that Magna you had is one of the best bikes ever made. The late 90's-2k's Magna just barely beats our stock 1800's to 60, and definitely walks away from them in the corners lol. I was going to buy one before I fell in love with the VTX. I'm looking forward to spending the next 20 years, and 150k miles with my VTX, just being able to say that seriously makes me smile.
Thanks for watching. Enjoy every mile !!!
Former Magna owner here. Had a 1999 model. She was a screamer and comfortable, but I felt that the brakes were far too weak. Single disk up front wouldn't be able to slow down enough in an emergency situation, and the rear drum lock-up could cause a low side much to easily. The only shortcomings on an otherwise perfect muscle cruiser. Just my opinion.
My first bike was a 2007 VTX 1800T that i bought with only 807 miles in 2010. I’m a big guy so i had to go with a large bike. The bike was scary for a first time rider but i was learning good on it. Regretfully i traded it in for a Harley Roadglide. I still miss it to this day! I may search for another one.
I already have a Honda VTX 1800-C. I'm fixing to trade My 2005 Chrysler 300C Hemi Addition for a VTX 1800-F3. As a matter of fact it looks just like yours. Good video brother thanks. Edit: Dude after listening to your story, I couldn't believe the similarities between yours and mine. I quit riding for the same reason, right after my kids were born. I stopped until both graduated highschool, and then I opened up a used Motorcycle shop. I was rocking and rolling until covid hit the scene, now I just keep a couple of bikes to flip after I finish fixing them up. Dude I have owned everything from a Hyosung to a Victory, and everything else in between. There's not too many a V-Twin bikes that I haven't bought and resold. I thought I enjoyed working on tractor and trailers for a living, but after I retired from that business" because of the computers that they started putting in them. I wasn't going to give a half a million dollars for a diagnostic system, just so I could tell what was wrong with them. I think I like messing around with Motorcycles" more than anything else that I ever done.
Technology sure makes things difficult sometimes and unless you have the funds for the technology to fix the technology, your screwed. I have had this bike for 2 years now and put about 10k miles on it. Still h
Brings a huge smile to my face and the power is still amazing to me. Once in a while, I get a hankering for a nice touring bike, but this bike definitely does not disappoint. Good luck and enjoy !!! Thank you for watching. I appreciate the compliments.
I found a black 02 vtx 1800r with 31k for 4000 yesterday and im picking it up today. I am so excited I had a heritage now I have a 94 vulcan 1500 but it broke down and this is going to be a huge upgrade. From what im seeing this bike is faster than a heritage which is shocking because the heritage was unfathomably fast!
really hope you are enjoying !!! thanks for watching
I've ridden for 65 years now and my 1800f is no question the best bike I've ever had. Worked best for. Big guys, and certainly not for the ladies. Good luck to you.
The bike is absolutely beautiful. It’s a really bike motor that Honda was able to complement well.
M Motorcycles thanks. Definitely a whole lot of engine.
I ride 2 Harleys and a Yamaha stratoliner. Like your VTX, they are all good bikes. You didn't go wrong. Your VTX is a great machine.
Appreciate you watching. Thanks for the nice comment.
Hey Charlie, I bought a VTX1800F3 from SRK Cycles also like few months ago. Love the bike man. Making HD riders jealous...hehe.
That’s awesome. I’m sure it was good doing business with Sean and the crew.
Great bike and you can’t go wrong with the price.
How was the buying and delivery process with SRK ? Do you recommend them , he seems to be honest on his sales ads
@@popaof3 it was pretty smooth and fast. They did all the paper work and bike arrived nice and shiny. Had to pay $500 for the transport company which they use but that is reasonable cost of delivery across the country.
I own a Shadow 750. Very happy with it, but want something bigger. This is on the cards. Just love this bike.
Awesome. The shadow was fun to ride but it’s easy to outgrow too. The VTX is a blast to ride. I was out all day Sunday and it was nothing but smiles. Hope you find one soon. Thanks for watching
Top of the day CHAMP. HONDA SHOULD HAVE NEVER GAVE UP ON THE VTX1800. Thanks
Thanks !!! Correct an outstanding bike they should have never stopped making
Just got the 1800 for my first bike and I absolutely love it. Super easy to ride and not bad at low speed. Granted I don’t have anything to compare it to(besides the MSF bikes), but I don’t see how I could ride something smaller. The power is just so great
Dominic Figueroa wow !!! So impressive as a first bike choice. I am ALWAYS impressed And never get bored with the torque. Have fun. Paint side up and rubber side down
Same here lol
New subscriber from Cyclecruza🤘
Same here
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Enjoy that ride. Definitely an awesome bike.
Remember to always put your head and eyes where you want to go! If you look down to the ground you will go down, If you look at the car front you will hit the car front! Your body on a bike turns to where your eyes are locked! ja ja ja Nice Ride Charlie! Motorman N Da Sip
AL Thunderfoot Yeah target fixation definitely can come in to play and get you into trouble. Appreciate the nice compliments and good advice
I have an 05 VTX 1800f and love it! Curranly I'm in the process of replacing the fork seals. Bought it in 2020, and had been wanting to buy a Road King for several years, but after both my Father and my last living Uncle passed away earlier that year, I decided on the big Honda, as they were both Honda Gold Wing riders from way back. My first bike was a Honda SL 125 that My dad bought me. I've owned many others, as well.
I’m glad your enjoying it. It really is an amazing bike. Love the Honda’s. There is a reason they say you meet the nicest people riding a Honda.
I have a 1100 shadow and am very happy with it. Class of 89 here ;)
Honda makes great motorcycles. I put 236,000 mies on my 91 VT1100 before I retired it. I still runs like the day I bought it, but it won't stay in 3rd gear anymore, and the rear brake drum is totally worn out.
Great Motorcyle rides: Washington amazing!!! Almost a quarter million miles. Thanks for sharing.
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures and really trouble free. only did three clutch jobs. brakes numerous times, and a shift spindle once, and front wheel bearings twice.
Thank you for that I am forty 1 now so if I get 11000 honda vtx I should be safe for life 🙂... Maintaining it well obviously.
@@AntoniOrszykowski yes, unless you ride way more than most people, or are abusive to it.
Congrats on the bike! I've owned over a dozen bikes over the years and the VTX1800 is the only bike I've ever owned and sold that I actually had sellers remorse. If you feel like you're not being challenged on this bike I've also owned a Vmax. That thing will scare the s..t out of you if you get bored.
I have heard of many others having sellers remorse. I plan on holding onto this bike for a long time. Thanks for watching.
You got what you need bro, My Harley-Davidson Electraglide is maintenance Expensive! My Goldwing Requires gas and go! But I love both and looking to add an Adventure Bike next!
AL Thunderfoot Yeah one day maybe I’ll get on an adventure bike I don’t know. They are definitely interesting
2months ago my neighbor convinced me to buy his 1 owner 2002 VTX 1800R. 3GRAND. It's not as much fun as a 1st generation V-Max but it'll do for now.😊
The 1st Gen vmax was amazing. They had a little transmission issue but felt like the fastest bike ever. My cousin still has one and it has
Had two of them; amazing bike! Had it going 220 kmh on my way from Montana to Alberta!
Thanks for watching. Every day I like the bike more and more.
My 2003 vtx1800c runs between 170 and 180, it has Vance and Hines exhaust and a cobra fuel management system and k&n air filter. She's a beast.
You have great taste in motorcycles and motorcycle accessories. Thanks for watching.
What's your MPG and fuel range Himon?
@@dmvail1 He said 170-180
There’s no way that’s mph he’s talking about on a cruiser that weighs over 750lbs wet
Cool video. I have 2 years riding experience on SCOOTERS! My last scooter was a 2005 Suzuki burgman 650.....just bought the same bike except its a (2005) VTX1800F no experience in shifting or using a rear brake with my foot but I feel very safe on this bike feels like my scooter handling wise, and learning quickly how easy this bike is to ride just have to be careful on the power, this bike has no forgiveness in making a mistake.
Yeah the power is definitely unforgiving but a little practice with the throttle control and friction zone with the clutch to help control it and you should be good. Enjoy it I love my VTX and I hope you will too
A cruiser that handles like a scooter 🛵 Lol 😂
I may do what you did going in reverse. I never owned a scooter. I have a 750 shadow and a 1800VTX I hurt my hip a few years ago. Now the VTXs tank is too wide for my legs. I'm thinking of trading for a big scooter.
Love Honda's I have a shadow 1100 it's my first bike and I love it!
Steve Guigar I’m a huge Honda fan. We are in good company
I'm looking at one tomorrow. I love me some Honda, would take one any day over a Harley. I actually sold my v-rod for my current Shadow lol. That said, I might be trading in my Shadow on a VTX1800 tomorrow. One thing I learned from the v-rod that I didn't know was a part of me was that I can't live without a brisk acceleration here and there :P
Fukou da the acceleration is amazing on this bike. You can feel the rear tire break loose sometimes under hard acceleration. Good times !!!
How about going with 'Eastern Algonquian Native Americans'?. Hahaha, great bike and video btw. I always liked the look of the VTX. Honda bikes are rock solid, I had two Nighthawks back in the day, an '85 650 and a '84 700-S.
The 1800s are beautiful bikes. Despite being big they are nice to ride. I’m looking at getting either an 1800 or a Suzuki M109R soon. Both nice bikes.
Yes. Both are nice bikes
I love my 2005 VTX1300. My next bike will be a VTX1800; I have not chosen a year or model. Honda engines sound low and deep. It's a Moto-Symphony!
My first bike was a 2003 VTX 1800R and I loved it. Thinking about picking up another one
Hell yeah !!! Do it. You won’t be sorry. Every day I like it more and more
picked up exactly the same bike a couple of years back, absolutely love it too. Been deployed in Kuwait for almost 2 years now and miss the bike. Looking to add some extras, but not sure yet what to get. Looking forward to watch more about this bike
Thank you for your service
*respect !!!!
I test drove the Suzuki M109R BOSS and the only redeeming factor it had over the VTX was it's power. It was scary. But it didn't turn nearly as well as the VTX; the VTX can lean going much faster in corners, and u have a much more comfortable (sitting at a table) position on the VTX. The BOSS had my feet out forward too much and I had my arms out stretched to the bars. I'm 5'8" btw. I think u may've got the lowest mileage F in the world. I tried buying the last brand new F at a dealership up north somewhere for $8500. They wouldn't sell it to me b/c I lived in Louisiana. They said they got screwed over by someone in Louisiana before, and now they don't trust anybody from here. I 'd have to show up in person to do the paperwork... I even offered a thousand more, and they still wouldn't sell it to me. So, I had to buy a used one with 3k miles that was a little closer to home. Haven't regretted it tho.
Not Sure I’ve never wrote an emoji or nine but I’ve been told that about the handling and I was also told the transmission is far more clunky and not as precise
I just bought a Vtx while my M109r is in the shop and I miss the power but the Vtx is stock piped so I'm gonna do some mods then decide which one I will keep.
@@Htownboss Yeah, bad thing about the vtx is it is an older machine than the boss.
I have a 2005 vex 1800 f for sale less than 30,000 miles, power commander batwing hyperchgr, make offer
Phone 602 819 13 07 as.
"Fiscally speaking" I agree and that's why I chose the VTX1800C plus my insurance is only $12 a month. Yes I'd like a Harley again but I'm pretty sure I'd keep the VTX for fun riding...Bring on Spring! 🍻
I actually bought a Harley last week. Picked up a 19 Ultra Limited.
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures very cool!!
I'm like you, shaft drive motorcycles are the way to go. I own all Honda's 07 Honda Shadow Spirit1100, 96 Gold Wing Se 1500 05 VTX 1800F
That’s a very cool fleet.
Just about to drop the hammer on one of these. it is a 2005 F3 model with 13000 miles on the clock. Thanks for this video it helped me make up my mind.
You won’t be sorry.
Man you sound just like me to crack a joke and then laugh hehe. Great video too, I am thinking about getting an 1800. Haven't had a bike in about ten years. 1st bike was a 750 Aero that came to me from a guy was just trying to get rid of it. It was a great bike even for a big guy like me. Then I got an 1100 and it was decent for my weight and I liked both of them.
I would definitely recommend the 1800. It’s an amazing bike, but definitely take your time getting used to it. Getting back on a bike after a few years definitely demands A period of time to get acclimated to riding again. Ride safe thank you for watching and I appreciate your nice comments.
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures Thanks for the encouraging words. I'll update once I get back in the saddle!
Beautiful beast!
Thanks for watching
I have a 83 V45 magna that I mounted Harley hard bags and a solo seat with backrest and made a good size rack on. Also got it set up with forward controls and changed out the handle bars and made it fit me great. Rode it around Lake Michigan last fall. Got like 9k on it last year. Fell in love with the speed and power and became an addict. Only logical thing was to pick up a V65 Magna. I love the bike but like to not ride it on big trips because I sometimes lack the self control to not go full hooligan on it.
I still find myself wanting to try out another bike. I want something with a more comfortable seat but still can be a hooligan machine. I've got my eye on either a VTX 1800 or a Victory Octane. The VTX worry's me a little with only a 5 speed. I don't want to be like buddy with a Road king that's just wound right out when we're rolling 90 down the express way. My V45 just purrs at like 4500 rpm. The octane has a 6 speed. Current market value of the VTX 1800's I'm seeing in my area are about half the price of the Octane's. I'd like to replace my V45 with a slightly bigger cruis r for bigger trips. No way I letting my V65 go.
Thoughts on my issues?
The VTX1800 is great at highway cruising speeds. Doesn’t ever seem wound out. For the longer trips, you will also want a seat upgrade. The stock seat leaves much to be desired on long trips.
Thanks for watching and hope I was helpful.
Great vid man. Do some more
Thank you.
Same with me. I watched all SRK videos on the VTX 1800. He helped me make the pick. I got the 1800. Also .same here in. Toronto Canada. Not many 1800 for sale each season.. I had like 4 to choose from.. I was happy to get a beautiful one with only 6300 miles on it !!! Illusion BLUE..
Love the Vance and Hines pipes on it as well.
Iv probably watch all the 1800 videos on RUclips.. lol.
I enjoy SRK Sean's review on the 1300saying it's a great bike but the major problem is it's that it's not a 1800.
My fuel management system is under the left side removable cover. Dynojet Power Commander 3
Matt TOTH I’m sure we watched all the same videos. Enjoy your new ride.
Just sold my 1997 shadow 1100 ace, I'll be turning around next week and heading to Georgia from Tennessee just to buy one of these with low miles.
Thanks for watching. It’s an amazing bike you will love it.
I own a VTX1300S and it is truly my favorite bike. The single pin crank (1800 is dual pin) with V&H fools most HD lovers….often people assume it’s a HD.
The single carb (re-jetted for aftermarket pipes) is virtually maintenance free and it cold starts with no choke. Yes, the 1800 has some advanced features and I would certainly buy one but my 1300 has that “sound” and feel that’s signature of a single pin crank (HD filed lawsuit against Honda..) Plenty of power. HP isn’t that amazing but torque is very high. Cruisers are meant for comfort and easy riding the miles of scenery, not competing with sport bikes, which pass me (who cares) all day long. It’s disappointing to me that Honda stopped producing this model because I would save for a new one asap.
I could not agree more about Honda discontinuing this model. It was definitely an amazing bike. I have heard of many people preferring the 1300. I have never rode the 1300 but maybe one day I will.
1300 didn’t have enough juice for me.
Thinking of trying an 1800
@@motorcyclemichael2182 definitely try it. It’s NEVER disappointing!!! It pulls all the way through the RPM range starting down low
You will hit the rev limiter before you would feel any diminishing power.
You're right. It's the best cruiser. I love the VTX 1800. I'm selling my Harley and I'm glad I got rid of it. Hopeless
Have both. I’ll keep the Harley too.
I’ve been looking at getting a Harley but discovering how expensive the insurance is on it as well as how extensive the maintenance schedule is, it deterred me. Then I discovered the VTX1800. It’s a Honda so it’s reliable, low maintenance and insurance is dirty cheap compared to the Harley
Facts. But I ended up getting a Harley too. Wanted a full on touring bike too
Love the bike I had a v65 it was a 1985 kept it till I picked up a 2005 vtx 1800s and love it
Awesome bike. I love the V65. I would like to find one and restore it.
Awesome bike and best review.
Thank you for the kind words.
Just finished a few miles on mine ....lots of rain...😜....good ride....the linked brakes are very nice to have at times....the eighth miles times are the same as my 05 vmax...not bad....done 130 once....it's really best around 80-90...although I putt around 45-50 a lot too...easy curves are good...tights, not so much, maybe cause of the shorter rear shocks I run...same vh pipes....Shinko hd tires....good ride so far....west Louisiana....
59vaughn rain isn’t terrible.its a blast riding this bike
Great enjoyable video clip.
Thanks for watching. Will do a 10,000 mile review soon
I want to sell my Roadstar 1600 for this bad boy I have been dreaming about getting one can't wait to feel that pull .
It’s definitely beastly. I did pull the seat. Its tuned with a cobra tuner. Two years and I didn’t even know that.
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I agree with you about driving a stick. Yeah the rain really dirties up the bike.
I just picked up a new-to-me 2006 VTX1800F2 last weekend. Rode it home from Madison, Wi to Indiana, through several passing rain showers along the way. The bike was shiny when i left the dealership. When I got home? not so much, lol
@@danpetreikis Well anyway you got a nice maiden ride. Now you gotta wash it.
I have an 07 1800c3 I've owned sence 09... I am an old school KAW guy 1000 kz and it was ah quick bike but this vtx is CRAZY..U better be an experience rider because if your not this bike's will get U ..N..trouble... there ah heavy bike about 715 pounds...the power is ah 107 hp STOCK!!! I have ah couple of buddy's that own harley's that won't f--k with me...and one has the cvo.. Honda o YEAH....!!!
1800f -💣👍
I had Honda Atc s and I have a Pioneer 1000 5 I’m looking at a VTX 1800 with less than 4000 miles .the great thing is this would be paid for so I don’t have hammer a payment every month
@@youdandee1 nice. Low mileage. They are becoming less and less with low mileage.
I would love to see Honda VTX1800 vs. Yamaha Raider 1900 vs. Harley Davidson Breakout 1868
Thanks for watching. That would definitely be cool matchups.
You can say Mohican, I'm more than sure Algonquian-speaking Indigenous people originally of the upper Hudson River valley would love to own a VTX 1800.
I know I would and I'm an Englishman.
Thanks for the validation! 😊
I have been debating between one of these and a Yamaha Stratoliner. Who has had both and can compare? Good video! 👍
I haven’t had both. Just the VTX, 2 magnas , a shadow and now I also have a HD ultra limited with a M8 114
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures nice.
Dats the monster kit
jamesmegill thanks !!!!
I bought a 2008 VTX1800T this year, and I really have mixed feelings. It has the stock exhaust, very quiet, and the power isn't as impressive as I had anticipated. I also have a GL1800 Gold Wing, and it feels much more powerful and fast. I like the fact that the VTX has fuel injection, liquid cooling and shaft drive, but the exhaust note is kind of disappointing. I'm not one for loud pipes, but a nice rumble I can appreciate. I watched many video's here on RUclips, of VTX1800 with after market pipes, and none sound very good. Anyway, I guess I'm not a big fan of V-Twins in general, thought this VTX might change my mind, but still gonna give it some time to see if I change my mind.
I appreciate your point of view. I definitely like the sound of the gold wings although I’ve never written one.
Put power commander,Vance and Hines, it's bad ass up grade.......
Remove the baffles! You'll be amazed. I know I am with my Shadow Spirit VT 750. It just roars and rumbles during acceleration. Imagine how your VTX 1800 would sound!
your a legend
Your bike is awesome! Save ride
DanceAndi thanks. Appreciate
It doesn't matter to me at all that some bikes are a little faster to 100 than our 1800's, because NOTHING gets there the way we do! And we always have the option of pulling our homes behind us ;)
The Reagan era tariffs were on bikes over 700cc. That's why there were 700cc bikes for a few years and 750s were far more expensive.
Yeah. I had realized my mistake after I posted. Still a huge Magna fan. So much so I have just picked up a 83 V65. I’ll be doing a video of it after this weather breaks. 👍
Awesome bike!!!
Thank you !
I had the 07 1300, then I upgraded to a low mileage (5000 miles) 2007 1800, there's no comparison. the 18's power and torque is insane. I have cobra pipes, cobra fuel manager, and hypercharger, Can't go wrong with Honda quality. Those performance numbers you mentioned were the one's i have heard. There's another dude that did a video of b4 and after fuel management. And he was saying like 0-60 in like 8.4 secs. He musta did that with his grandma riding him 2 up lol. His numbers were super skewed. Do you still have yours? Ride safe man.
I sold it to my step dad with the understanding I get first chance for the buy back. I bought a 2019 Harley Davidson Ultra Limited. I wanted a touring bike I could do trips on. I still ride it sometimes. The Harley has a 114 CI engine and goes pretty damn good and gets up there’s good, but the VTX definitely has the acceleration edge. I really need to spend time editing the dozen video cards I have and upload things to bring it up to speed
Likewise, I saw all the SRK videos. He sold me. Likewise not my wisest decision and I expect it to get sketchy. Yes, I will respect it. Love the fuel injection and love the linked braking system, shaft drive - life doesn't get better, right? Yup, my car engine is 400cc smaller!! Comical, right?
Enjoy ! Definitely comical that cars have similar displacement. Gotta love the torque
Looking for a VTX now. What are the main differences with the F model of the 1800 over the others? I love the digital gauge.
In same boat as you brother. Rode dirt bikes as a kid and had manual cars. Never got my ML but rode with my father when i would visit him in Florida. He had an 1800 and a Rune. I was really comfortable on both. Lost my father over a year ago and decided to make it official and get my ML now. Found an F model for sale and going to try and snag it. I’m just not entirely clear on what the differences are with the f models. Going to do some research but figured I’d ask here. Safe riding!
The f model is the sporty version. They are typically more difficult to find and since this video the availability of these bikes has diminished. Still lots out there, but the price has gone up on really nice ones.
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventuresthanks man. Just found one in great shape and got off the phone with the guy. Going to pick her up first week of April when he gets back from vacation. 👍🏻
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventuresgot the F1. Love it!!! I can’t believe how nimble this bike is for the size. Second gear really has some get up and go.
Nice bike. How does it compare to your magna power-wise?
Bottom end torque is amazing in comparison to the Magna. The Magna shines above 6000 RPM.
In the early 80s, Harley put a tax on Japanese bikes. That's when they started making Harley look-alike bikes. They have been kicking Harley's ass ever since. Japan out Harlied Harley Davidson.
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People who say you should have gotten a Harley know very little about bikes. Honda riders do NOT carry tools ever (-:
It’s been a while since I posted a video. I have since gotten a Harley as well. It’s been very reliable this far. I carry some tools in both bikes. Not for me hopefully but for anyone who may need them. I actually came across a guy broken down and he was on a Honda. But it was a lot older with a ton of miles. I attempted to push start him but I think his charging system had a short and it wasn’t happening.
Does the progressive braking on this bike work like this? If you use the front brake only it adds rear brake as well, but if you only use the rear brake, you just get rear brake only? I think some are setup this way to help with low speed maneuvering. Im unfamiliar with these types of brakes, but I remember hearing this from other videos. Sweet bike, thank you for sharing, be safe!
Very good question ! It is a linked brake system and both front and rear apply when using one or the other. Don’t worry with dragging rear brake during slow speed maneuvering as the system has a proportioning valve that keeps front from applying unless pushed with purpose.
Thanks for watching.
z braku miedzi kupiłem Hyousunga 650 gv 75 hp.
I am in Canada and pay 250$ per year for my 2006 Shadow. Just bought the VTX 1800 but dont think it will be much more. It just depends on what Province your in as some have Government insurance but here in Alberta its private
Good information, I’m really unaware of how they do it in Canada 🇨🇦 but I know it can be expensive. Thanks for watching
Mine was around 300.00 a year, just crazy high for insurance with perfect driving record, VTX 1800 32 mile a gallon and 4.3 gallon tank, 120 miles and better start looking for fuel
I’m trying to buy a 2007 vtx 1800 with 12k miles for $5.5k. Is that a fair deal?
If it’s clean with good tires that’s not a bad price. The prices of bikes have increased since demand has gone up lately. Considering I have seen less of them available lately I think it’s a decent price if everything checks out.
Great bike slot better than harley
appreciate you watching, sub if you like. I will soon have more content coming. covid had me down for a while.
new machine will be in the mix.
How have you found your xgrip? Nice shiny bike 👌
WESTOZ EXPLORING thanks. Cycle gear.com
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Thanks for watching.
What height, weight are you Sir? Love the moment you laugh saying it bad ass😅. Lovely bike. Hope i get one after A license. I know how they sound but will put my effort in training.
I’m 6 foot tall and 230lbs. (183 CM 104 KG). The bike is plenty powerful to cart my fat ass around. What do you plan on getting? What will be your first bike?
I recently posted a video of my new bike which is a Honda V65 magna. Both his motorcycles would be intermediate to advance rider kind of bikes.
If things keep going well I may buy a 2021 Honda rebel 1100. We will see how it goes
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures Hi again. I would say Cruiser style 99%. At the moment I am on and maintaining 125cc "bike" with teaching me lot about basic mechanic 😅🚲(also why to never buy such thing again haha). I personally would train my self to be able to ride that very Honda model as long there still would be one worth buying in near future. I though of sportster HD and did quite RUclips research on them yet do not like they look quite like weight and because I might be finaly start doing proper cruising🙂 and they more for show off in my opinion. I am sure my neighbours would love whenever I would be going for quiet trips on 1800 engine 😁 but honestly I would see first how I feel with confidence after passing my A license as I do not want my first real ride to be my last 🙁...especially in quite crowdy England. As born in 80's I always had a HD in the back of my head yet budget wise Honda seem to have some second hands "jewels" with low miles still to offer. We might chat again once I am fully qualified. One question. Do you finding anual maintanance to be quite expensive with it?
@@AntoniOrszykowski keep
Your eyes open. There are VTX models around. I know that the VTX1300 always has lots of listings.
Thank you for watching. I hope you enjoyed.
I just put tires on it. It was kind of expensive for the tires, but overall maintenance is minimal.
Bleep a Harley, their the world biggest t-shirt retailer
Lol. I actually just bought a Harley too. Haven’t rode it much, but it’s definitely a lot different.
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures you got rid of the vtx1800
@@PORTMIAMIMIKE I’m sorry to say I did. I did although sell it to a close friend with the stipulation that when he sells it I am first to purchase.
I ALREADY HAVE SELLERS REMORSE!!!!!!
Bro I’m about to buy this bike from a different state and I don’t know how to ride a motorcycle. I’m crazy but I’ve always wanted a bike but always felt it was irresponsible. Pray for me!
Go slow and respect it. Make sure to take MSF real soon and practice in safe areas until you get comfortable.
Thanks for watching !!!
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures Ok brother!👍🏽
So he tried a big Kawasaki, and a big Yamaha? No, it's just because he had a V45.
There is truth to that.
You have the last of the mohicans I have the first with 21,000 on it I think. We should get together and compare. I love my vtx
I love my VTX as well. I put 5000 miles on it this past summer and now it’s time for new tires. I’m from cleveland , where are you from ?
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures yeah I got mine last March or so went from 16,000 miles to 23,000 since then. I'm in Arizona
I’ll trade u a good Goat for it.
I'm looking into getting a 2008 VTX. My only bikes owned have been sportbikes and a Honda Magna. The Magna was a screamer for a cruiser. Anyway, does the VTX have the same Honda reliability?
Absolutely. Issue free. I kept up with maintenance which is easy for someone with decent abilities.
@Charlies_Riding_Adventures awesome. Thanks so much for the reply. My last bike was a 2006 Honda CBR. Aside from engine work (not counting air filter replacement), I did all the maintenance. 45,000 trouble-free miles on her. Been looking for another bike but since I'm now 40 years old, my back won't appreciate another sportbike. I've always liked the look of the VTX. Do Harley purists give you any problems?
@@ajlukelepuke nope. I have a Harley now too (2019 ultra) and hang with a couple groups. None of them shit bag the VTX. Usually it’s the other way around. Harley guys love their Harley’s.
@Charlies_Riding_Adventures that's good. I've never had any issues either. Even with my CBR. I think that all might be unfounded rumors. Unless a Honda pulls into an outlaw biker bar.....
the torque is 107
Man I am on the other side of town from you let's get together and ride one day. I got some sweet country roads you'll like
Victory Rider sounds good. Maybe we can do a video on your bike and you can tell me all about it ?
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures awesome that sounds good man
Victory Rider hit up my email in my about
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures I was already looking for contact info for you but I did not see anything. dreamworkaquatics@gmail.com is mine
Victory Rider I’ll hit you up later
Probably will be offensive to some DA. But who cares? I'm an old geezer & I ride an 08 VTX1800 T. This is my 2nd 1800. Old enough for sure to be just a Harley rider but I don't want to have all the problems a lot of Harley riders I know have. Plus I ride long distances & I don't need my ass vibrating all the time. Only thing I wished is that they had a bigger fuel tank. That would help on long rides. I think the 1300 has a bigger tank. Hell maybe I will just have someone build me a bigger tank.
Yeah. I burn through a tank of gas fairly quickly. Appreciate you checking out my video. Thanks for the comment.
My only 2 complaints about my 03 vtx1800c is the small gas tank and only a 5 speed transmission, it could use a 6th gear
What's the phone mount used here?
Ram mount.
But what did you pay for it
In 2019 I paid $5200
Probably one of the worst of Honda's VT/VTX line... a real gas guzzler at only 40mpg
You really don't need anything more than 450cc to get you where you're going on the interstate... or anywhere else. Anything bigger, and you're just needlessly burning extra gas with every piston stroke. Just to have acceleration on tap, which you don't need and will never use unless you race on a race track. But if you race, you're not going to be driving a heavy overbuilt cruiser... with low lean angle clearance and poorer brakes.
40 ? Lol. With the tuner and pipes it’s like 25. It’s about the 0-60 or more
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures Oh yeah this is the 1800... 25mpg is right. My 750 gets about 45. It's not about how fast you get there, it's how good you look when you do :-)
@@airwarorg you wanna make sure they hear you coming!
@@Charlies_Riding_Adventures No you don't, actually. You want them to see you coming. You don't hear anything from inside an air conditioned car, even less with the radio playing or talking on a cell phone. Where a dayglo orange or lime green high vis vest like forklift drivers do.
I actually ride with the assumption that nobody at all can see me, and I'm invisible to everyone. Increase the distance between and Stay far away from anything moving, and your chances of getting hit by anybody diminish greatly. If they're not near you, you can't hit them and they can't hit you. Statistics.
@@airwarorg that’s a great assumption. I do as well. I will tell you though , the big shots are pretty damn loud.
Should’ve left in stock
Maybe. Glad the de-smog was done though. Big improvement
Them are good scooters. I know as I put over 105,000 on it. A car tag me so I need a new 1. I am looking for another 1 if I can find me 1.
Eddie Hubbard there are still some of them around. 105K?? That’s amazing. Thanks for sharing your experience.
These come stock 96.5 HP not 106
This one is more. Cobra fuel management and Vance and Hines pipes.
Would be nice if it was 600lbs or 650lbs. I dont see why it nears 800lbs.
I actually like the weight. It’s super stable in the wind and still manages to corner vet well. Thanks for watching !!
Great bike..
I have been riding for 45 years all different brands, but i have always had a soft spot for hondas..i went with the 1300 sabre. Bought it new in 2010. Besides tires, batteries and fluid changes I've had to do nothing to it. The reliability of a Honda borders on the supernatural lol. I've done lots of mods to mine, check it out if you like.
ruclips.net/video/z1CwFgKLEXg/видео.html
Danny Harris I’ll definitely check it out. Thanks for the compliment on the bike