The Coolest Honda Shadow ever Made, THE ACE
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Sean forgot to mention the one year only 1988 VT800C, I understand the skip because they are reasonably rare but I feel offended, mines got 50K miles and runs like brand new, rides sweet as a dream.
Live and learn.
I'll forgive you...since we get to stare at that 2016-2017 Africa Twin back there. ❤️
There was only one perfect man, and he gave his life for our sins.
Why does no one return my emails to srkcycles.
the thing about japanese companies that tried to sell in the american market is they never tried to sell by saying we are better than the americans, they just said, "hey look, look how american we are!" and i love that
I agree. Heard Harley felt different. But I think the Shadows are just authentic. Thats it! Good, fun, easy, effecient & safe. :)
And don't forget Japanese quality is awesome
Harley's look nicer but breaks down more. The thing that really upsets me with HD is that they still keep the overpriced prices when everybody knows they're not even on top of the competition anymore. Imagine if we could buy Dynas or Sporsters for $3-5k. Bro imagine how much HD sales would increase if they weren't such greedy snobs.
I'm a red blooded American and just realize I can get more bang for my buck with a metric cruiser. Looked at a ton of harleys and then came across a vtx 1800 and was sold. End of story for me
Just do it better and let the product speak for itself. I love my metric cruiser, its fantastic and so easy to look after too.
That was my bike! I miss her already I hope she went to a good home! So glad you did a video on her
No it wasn't it was my bike
No, definitely my bike guys. Stop.
That's a girl's bike
Did you trade it on something else?
@@mcycleshawn yeah a man's bike
$2,500? I would buy it just to put it in my living room. Beautiful thing.
I wish it was 2,500 in northern Europe. Here it's more like $6000-7000
I have one for sale identical minus yellow pin stripe. White/red, 1996 1100. 20k miles. $3k is yours.
I have a 1996 identical to this with 20k miles for sale $3500. Vance Hines pipes, new battery new tires carbs recent gone through and synced. Mint
I had one of these. I put 108,000 miles on my 97 I bought new in 98. Zero repairs and minimal maintenance I feel I really got my money’s worth. It still looked new when I traded it in on a VTX 1800. I’m really enjoying my ST1300 now but looking for an 18 and up Goldwing to take into retirement but I believe I will always remember that ACE as my favorite.
My first (and current) bike is a Shadow VLX Deluxe and it's the PERFECT beginner bike. I've gotten so much more confident on it and will be ready to upgrade soon, but I'll always love the Shadow.
It's also got a special place in my heart because I live in Marysville, Ohio and my bike was built just down the road from me. My mom also worked at the factory and put the side covers on it when it was built!
Now I want to go riding..
Yes..I feel your pain brother
Lol UrbanRemo in the chat 😆
I’ve been riding ,it’s called bundle up, I don’t want my bike sitting cause of the carbs, I already tuned them
we just had the first real snow and ice where im at and im so mad.
Roll a joint n relax
I've owned many Motorcycles in my time including Harleys. I bought my 06 Shadow Spirit 1100 brand new and now have 50 thousand miles on it and still cant get enough of it. Only failures so far have been fuel pump at 40 thousand and voltage regulator recently. Very reliable and easy maintenance bikes. Looking to get 100+ thousand out of it. And had to tune carbs recently because of some sitting for longer periods of time. that's it.
Just bought one of these today. 7k mile from an 80 year old gentleman in Southern California. Looks like it just left the showroom. I’m super excited. Thanks for posting!
How do you like it and how many miles
@@Dop3Mojo love it! So much fun. Still in my learning phase so I’m only allowed to take it around the block or in a parking lot but rides great, runs awesome and picks up strong and smooth. Perfect 1st bike to learn on if you plan to ride a heavier bike and to keep in the collection once you get your forever bike. I hear it’ll run forever and out perform most Harley’s if it’s kept up.
@@Dop3Mojo 1995 7k miles.
I used to work for a full line Honda dealer as a mechanic. I bought one brand new and set it in 97 as a non current still the crate. My ACE just had black wall tires and was the magenta and frost white color scheme. I pull the factory pipes off it shortly after buying it and put Cobra Bouelvard classic fishtail on it and Dynojet kit and a K N filter on it. I was just remiencing as I found some pics of it which brought me here. Cheers from Saskatchewan, Canada
I loved my 1998 Honda 1100 Shadow ACE. It was a beautiful bike and I put some serious miles on it. I weigh around 300 and my daughter around 180. We still cruised 90 mph when necessary. In South Florida, I-95 seems to be a speed suggestion.
The bike was totaled when I was hit from behind in 2004.
Ease off the fast food sheesh
I had a 2001 Shadow Ace Tourer model with the factory hard bags, one of the best bikes I've owned.
I preferred the ACE Tourer with its saddlebags, but it was considered an older demographic back when they were manufactured.
I don't have a bike yet, never had, but I've been drooling about the shadow for a long time, and this bike is beautiful.
Started riding last year and started on a shadow vlx 600 pearl white. Went to a vtx 1300 in the same year. Daily commute and empty parking lots can increase your skills faster than just weekend rides. Went on a long ride and the 600 showed it's limitation against head winds. All my buddies have over 1200cc and i couldn't keep up while fighting wind. Had her gunned and she couldn't get past 75. My 1300 has power in every gear only downside is she a big lady. Hopping on the shadow after the vtx, the 600 feels so light and flick able.
Man just go for it. Make the sacrifice it will all work out.
'08 Shadow spirit 750. Silver and chrome. First and last bike. I don't ever want to deviate.
Buy a cheap bike, man. Don't buy your dream bike first.
Shadow is the way to go for a first bike, sturdy as hell, easy to work on and just a fun bike to ride
My first bike was a shadow 600. The previous owner didn’t take care of it. I had a blast rebuilding, replacing, upgrading. Parts are everywhere. Such a great bike. I regret selling it.
I have the Shadow 1100 Aero, 1999 model and love it. I am a big dude, and it pulls me with ease.
Poor choice
I'm currently riding a '98 Shadow Ace 750 (VT750CD2) in the same paint colors. When I bought it six years ago good used Shadows were going for about $3000, and I paid a little less than that. Aside from regular maintenance it's given me no trouble at all. Last time gas was four bucks a gallon I commuted on it, and i've put a bunch of miles on. Best day so far: I rode it from Maine to Laconia and back on first day of Bike Week in 2019.
Yes... I miss the old style vids I don't care much about amazon bikes
you know that these are different videos on a different channel right ?
@@Srkcycles keep doing the Amazon bikes. Highly entertaining
@@Srkcycles man dont listen to them, your contents are highly entertaining
Agreed
The ACE at $2,500 is great value. The Shadow that replaced the ACE - the Aero 1100 - is possibly even prettier with that monstrous 2-into-1 chrome exhaust and big headlight with the integrated speedo. The two years with the single pin crank - '98 and '99 - made that thing look and sound like an instant classic.
The Sabre was the ACE replacement
I have a Spirit, but because it was my dad's and when he passed I had to keep it- I've always wanted the ACE version.
Slowly, I'll be making changes to it to suit my taste- like passing lamps and more chrome. The two-tone ACE is gorgeous, and I have no desire at all to own a Harley.
I have a 99 Honda Shadow 1100 ACE Touring. I'm the second owner and I absolutely love my "Heifer". Only ever put tires on her. Have 8" inch bars and new grips bring delivered this coming week.
I’m a new rider, and that’s the biggest reason I have been looking for a shadow. You see guys of all backgrounds riding them, they look awesome, and as a tall man standing at 6’ 5” sometimes it’s hard to find bikes I can fit on and not look ridiculous. But in my searches, most of the shadows I see in good to very good co diction go for about 4000 bucks in my area, so it won’t break the bank. Love em
I worked at the Marysville Motorcycle Plant for Honda 18 years in the welding dept. til the plant closed in June of 2009. I put many welds on these frames by hand.80% of the welds were done by hand on all the frames we built in weld including the Gold Wing and VTX 1300 and 1800. I used to own a '99 Shadow Aero 1100, one of the classiest bikes Honda ever made. If i remember correctly, the 88 Shadow VT800 had a 4 speed transmission!
Maybe you welded my 95 Ace 1100 🙂
@@mssandrajean more than likely i did !!
Same! It’s possible you did my 2002 750 ACE!
We bought our son a 2008 Honda Shadow - spirit I think? It had the raked front end...really a cool bike that rode SO easy - even me being a HD guy...I had to admit I liked it.
Now 6 years after we got it for him, he has zero plans to trade it. He lived in Colorado and had it rejetted for altitude...then reset it back when he moved out of the mountains. He's a firefighter/EMT and it's his stress relief and he and his wife actually rode it away from their wedding. Pretty cool pics and video.
I've had great luck mechanically with my HDs over the years I know...but I think all he's ever done to that bike is some rubber, oil changed, and that carb work for when he lived at 11,000 feet.
The Shadow is a great line. Totally should get more love from anyone who wants to not ride HD.
Sir, you are a saint for getting out in this cold weather! Thank you for this video.. especially for the reading of the good word. I really appreciate it!
man I really appreciate you goin out in the freezing cold to make these quality videos for us. Thanks
I have a 1996 I bought from under a tree in a yard. It sat for 3 years there. Rebuilt the carbs and new fluids and rubber, I've been driving it flawlessly for 3 years now. I love it totally. Oh, I paid 500 for it and put in probably another 600 and it's worth every dime. I love my American Classic Shadow 1100
Talking the language of my channel. Honda! (Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha,Harley, OK bikes!!😂) Love you guys! Keep it up!
I had an ACE 750. It had Cobra pipes on it and sounded great! I should've never sold it.
Just picked me one up today with Cobra pipes and OMG i love it
I just picked up a totally rebuilt and refurbished 750 ACE a month ago with a Cobra pipes and I'm in love!
I grew up in southeastern PA and those are my favorite roads. Love watching SRK videos.
And yeah, it's cold there in January. You gotta go fast to keep warm.
I bought one of those last week and love it. You have a great channel... thanks for all of the videos. 👍
I have the spirit 750 . I ride the he'll out of it. Went from NH to Western North Carolina in about 20 hours on it last spring . What a runner . I'll never sell it.
This brings back so many memories. I had a Honda Shadow Spirit 750. I rode that thing everywhere. Seriously, I drove that thing to the moon and back. I almost put 100K miles on the bike. That was until I wrecked it. When I was stationed at Ft Hood I would ride it to Austin and back every weekend. Sometimes I would ride it to Dallas and back. One time I rode it to Big Bend National Park from Ft Hood. I loved that thing.
I learned to ride on a 750 ACE. Wonderful bike.
I've only ever saw one of these bikes at a Honda dealer here in Scotland, really like the look of them.
I bet riding around the highlands is a world class journey.
I currently drive a 2001 Honda shadow Ace as my first bike and I get so many compliments on it! I love it!
I had a 2003 750 ace. It was very dependable. As soon as you started it up, the sound brought me back to mine. I ended changing to a sport tour style bike. But, I'd have kept them both if my wife would've let me. After 3 years of ownership I traded it for only 100 dollars less than I paid for it.
I had the 750 ace in the same color. Loved that little bike. Sold it to my brother in law and he is still loving it.
I just got me a 1998 Honda Shadow Ace and love it. Its 24 years old and it's a piece of history now.
I have a 2006 shadow 750. Love it. It's my standby bike. Over 50k miles still purrs
That bike is just gorgeous in its simplicity and elegant in function.
Rode one for years. Shaft drive low maintenance, but the whitewall Dunlop tires were impossible to keep clean like in the video. The single pin crank shook so much on the kickstand that it ensured you replaced the battery every 12-16 months. Sweet spot on the highway was 70mph, but would do 120 with plenty to spare. I put on a nice tuned set of Bubs pipes and rejetted the carb. I paid $6k brand new back in 1990s.
That's a nice looking bike. The one change I think HD has made a mistake with is not having the larger touring models with a shaft drive. Shaft drive very reliable and no worries about belt or chain stretch or breakage.
For me, the best Honda motorcycle ever built would be a 1978-182 Honda CBX 1000
That’s the best bike Honda made and they have NEVER made a better or same sounding machine since this bike. Guaranteed to make you smile every ride! Super FUN! Where as this cruiser, despite its History, is just another Shadow. Message/Tag me when you get a CBX 1000 and I will drive all the way from Texas to buy it from you.
-Jason
This makes me feel good about owning an older Honda shadow lmfaoo
Honda really got the attention of Harley, with the ACE, and the Aero 1100. I wanted an Aero 1100, ever since they came out with them in 98. Finally got one a couple years ago, turquoise blue, and black. It was a 99, and had the single pin crank. The long two into one fishtail exhaust was slightly modified for a louder tone, and man it sounded righteous. Beautiful, reliable bike. The only place I think Honda dropped the ball on it, was giving it only 5 speeds. It's my understanding, that Harely actually sued Honda over the Aero, and the single pin crank desigin. Thanks for the great review.
Real nice review and as always it's good to see an older bike in such good shape. I myself ride a classic ('88 Suzuki GSX1100F) and understand all too well riding in the cold since only a week ago did a Vancouver to Squamish run in 8 - 10 degree Celsius weather.
I learned to ride on a 02 shadow ace 750. It was perfect bike to learn and get comfortable on. I rode it for three years and traded up to a heritage 114👍love this one even more
I ride a 600 and I love it. Can't wait for the weather to warm up here Illinois
Back in 1996, I bought a bike like this brand new for $9999.00. It had a black paint job. The two-tone paint bikes were an additional $500.00. I drove this bike until 2001 and sold it. This is only the second brand new bike I ever bought. I really loved this bike. Whoever bought this bike for $2500.00, got a heck of a deal. These bikes will run forever.
I own a 2001 Honda Shadow 1100, best bike I’ve ever owned, extremely dependable, just needs oil and tires. Love it, ride every summer all summer long.
I sure hope the Shadow 750 will be my first bike someday. I love those bikes!
I bought a Shadow Spirit 750 for my first bike. Still have it; love that thing. You'll do great on one.
I have an 01 shadow ace 750 deluxe first bike really nice ride I took the windscreen mine since I herd there not nice when it windy
I've been ridding 20 years and have ridden everything. I currently ride a 1998 Shadow Aero 1100
Still one of my handful of potential dream bikes to own one day. Thanks for sharing!
I got the shadow spirit and love it. Can’t wait for it to warm up so I can ride!!
Why wait, i rode my bike straight through winter i live in pa though so it doesnt get that cold
Hey Sean. Because of your videos gave me alot of insight of mortorcycles. I'm 6 foot 2 and I own a yamaha vstar 650 midnight custom. Entry level. I enjoy it. Keep up awesome work of the videos.
I have a '97 honda shadow vt1100c spirit, owned it for a year and I absolutely love it, I'll never get rid of it!
I love these 1100 shadows, to me they are the ultimate import cruiser. The looks and performance are unparalleled. The fact that its water cooled is just a huge bonus in my opinion. Great bike I would have loved to get it for that price...God bless
The Rocky III of SRK Videos... Back to Basics. Great review on an Awesome Honda. 👍 😎
I love the Shadow range and have owned 2 ACE 1100s. Great bikes.
Great video on a great bike. I ride a 97 1100 ace . Keep them coming Shawn God bless.
That bike is beautiful! I have a VTX1800 but i like the Shadow 1100 ACE and AERO for their lighter weight, styling and general simplicity of use.
Had a 2002 Honda shadow ace 750…the grey/plum colored one. Absolutely awesome bike and could ride it all day long with the Corbin seat on it (one of the OLD Corbin seats!). Only thing I wish it had was a 6th gear because it felt like it was running out of steam by 70mph. Other than that, absolute great bike that always got compliments
Just picked up a 98’ Shadow ACE 750 with that same red/white paint scheme yesterday. Previous owner took very good care of it. Only 18k miles on it! It’s a beauty, and paid $2200.
I would like to replace the pegs with some floorboards and it’ll make a sweet commute bike
Lookin back at my first bike!😇 Love the videos!
I have a 02 shadow spirit 750 that I bought brand new. Looks like a harley lowrider. It has Vance and Hines exhaust and I replaced the rear sprocket with a new one that had 1 less tooth. The bike always felt like it needed another gear before the replacement. That made all the difference. Love that bike.
These bikes are bulletproof, awesome and inexpensive to operate. 👍🏻
I still have my ACE, very comfortable easy to ride. And I still have my Harley but she often gives me a hard time, This shadow just GOES.
Honda shadow ace 1100 is my first bike and truly love it!
Thanks Sean, nice bike, great condition too. Makes me miss my Virago 1100.
I own hondas and a Harley and can easily say Honda is my bike of choice. My VTX 1300R is simply the best . Right 1300 cc engine, right suspension, right weight and blows the doors off my Harley Road king. The Road king is a nice bike. The VLX 600, VTX 1300R and Goldwing are FANTASTIC BIKES. Yes I know, my wife doesn't think anyone should own 4 bikes either.
When I sold my shadow spirit, I was dead set on a 1200 sportster. I ended up bringing home a vtx 1300c. No regrets!
I have one of these. Im actually currently building it into a bobber. Bulletproof engine, but a weak aftermarket offering. Docile engine, very easy to learn on. Looking forward to the new Rebel 1100.
Just bought my first bike a 96 Honda Shadow 1100VT and I love it perfect beginner bike for me
I own a 1988 Honda Shadow 800cc which you didn’t mention they made. Which surprised me. That 1100 is beautiful and awesome. Thank you for sharing and God Bless you. Stay safe.
That's badass! I have a Shadow Phantom and love her!
Cool videostyle First introduce second testride. Love it 👍. Greetings from cologne germany
I've got the shadow aero 750, upgraded from my 250 last season, can't wait for spring to come around to ride
I saw on your website you have a 2012 raider and a 2012 Stryker. Would love to see a comparison video of the 2 bikes , love the content. Keep making us here in landisville famous !!
I own the c50t, love it! You mentioned how good it was and I bought one! 2018
Your videos are always really cool!
Shadows are nice bikes, I had a 96 VT600C VLX as my first motorcycle and I had a lot of fun cruising around on it.
Got a 1997 Honda Shadow ACE 1100 & i love that bike. Took her on a 100 mile ride today.
Had 1996 ACE 1100 for several years, great bike with some glaring flaws built in. The ACE was a 5 speed, single crank pin engine. Those are the pluses! The negatives were that the early models rider footpeg location was sort of mid ish control combined with the wide tank made seating position like a vertical OBGYN exam. The bikes that came without footboards still included the heel/toe shifter which was useless and the rear section catches your leg as the try to get your foot onto the peg. Most aftermarket stuff for the early bikes has long been discontinued.
Had a 2000 750. It's what I returned to street riding on after about a decade hiatus. Loved it, got rear-ended at it was totaled. I still think about that bike.
2007 Honda Shadow Sabre VT1100 gave $2800 love my bike powerful great ride
I’ve got a 96 and it runs great. I’ve had it for 8 years now and got it for my first bike. I’ve gotten quite a few compliments on it from guys on Harleys
Digging that vaquero in the background ,,, let's see you show that please , I'm thinking that is my next bike
I just picked up a 1999 Cream and Green Ace. She was treated poorly 😢 and in a wreck. I paid $2500 as well. Carbs will need a good cleaning, brake and turn signals don't work and needs a new rear tire. But she can be rehabilitated to good shape, it runs fantastic and glides down the road. I can't wait to keep fixing her up between rides.
My first bike is a VT 125 shadow.. 125 vtwin... Love it. Been standing in my garage for years but ill probably never sell it, still start it and ride it now and then. Kinda regret making it a bobber..
I just purchased a 97 1100!Amer. Class., got it for $1,900, 35k miles, only 1 owner!! 😊😊
I have a 1996 1100 ACE I have owned since new. They are amazing bikes!
It’s not the destination it’s the journey
I''ve got a green with creme white second hand. Amazing bike! Have it since october. Great content btw on this channel.
Yes, we see that full size drift trike in the background. Can't wait for that vid.
I had a 2001 Honda Shadow 1100 Spirit and loved it. Ran Great and was very dependable.
I have a 97 spirit and I still love it. Bought it new
Nice video 😀
Thanks from the Netherlands 👍👍
I still got my shadow since 2001 no problems at all it's a hardcore bike
Had a 94 ACE miss it tons! Great video!
ACE came out in 96
I have a 09 750 Honda Shadow Aries I love her. I've been riding her for a year no complaints
Hey man I absolutely LOVE this channel!! I started riding in 84 while in high school and have had mostly sport bikes over the years but I love all bikes. I bought a 1996 Honda CBR1000F a few years back for $900 that was pretty trashed but only had 12,000 miles on it, it has taken me a fee years and about $2000 to get it back to stock and running like it should. SO just wanted ask ask if you had any thoughts on my particular bike? Be safe and take care!!! 😎🙏
I was just about to take a closer look at that bike when you said you sold it. you snooze you loose. Nice bike for 2500.00
I think Sean under-priced that one a little. Many of us would have gladly paid more for that beauty!