Welcome to the VTX 1800 club. Been riding for more than four decades, rode many different models, and the VTX 1800 has a character unlike any other bike. It'll be my last bike until I can't ride. Rubber side down, Kemosabe.
I agree with you completely. This will be my last bike I’ll own .usually after a few months or so I flip my bikes for a decent profit then move onto another cycle from other metric bikes to of course Harleys. I’ve been lucky in buying cycles at great prices and on the average I manage to get net profits of $2500-3000 on each bike I’ve purchased over the past 5 years. Keep riding bro, and always remember this…. It’s not what you ride, it that you RIDE! Stay safe and blessed bro
Yep same here. I bought and flipped many bikes. And selling my 02 Honda VTX 1800N was the only bike I regretted selling, and my last bike. That was 7 yrs ago. Late summer, early fall days are when I missed it the most. Well, last weekend I just purchased a 2007 Honda VTX 1800R with a batwing. Man, I missed that power! And almost forgot there isn’t a gas gauge lol. I will see what’s out there.
Honda flexxed so hard with the VTX line, they busted a nut, and forgot to add a hazard light feature :D it's not perfect, but somehow that make sit even better, I love my 1800R!
In 2007 I bought an 05 1800N S3 brand new.. It had been sitting on my local Honda's showroom floor for a bit over 2 years.. Orig msrp was like $14,500 and I got it $4k off at $10,500.. No one was buying them at that time for some reason.. It was fast for a cruiser back then but after trying a couple street glides and letting them lower in value, I sold it in 2012 and got a street glide.. The fairing, gauges, radio, cruise control, abs, hard bags, and the sound.. That was the only thing I hated on the VTX was the sound.. I had V&H long shots and a nice intake & good tune, but just a horrible tractor sound.. It was noise, just not nice noise.. My harley with a cam sounds amazing.. When these still cost 5-8k bucks I would rather spend $8-10k on a nice bagger harley..
Great video as well. I just got 2002 1800R definitely a great bike. Do you know if the pipes have slip ons or does the whole exhaust have to be replaced? Also where can I get some loud pipes ? They are hard to find where I am. Any help appreciate it
I have an 02 1800c. These were made in Ohio at the Marysville Plant. I chose to put progressive forks springs and 444's on the rear with dunlop elite 4 tires. Not any softer of a ride but keeps the tires glued in the corners with noticeable improvement.
Picked up a 2008 VTX1800 T3(Tourer model) this past summer with only 8.5K miles on it! Absolutely enjoy the heck out of cruising on this bike! All the VTX models look great and have allot of horsepower! I was able to go 190 miles (with reserve) on a trip. Maybe could have gone 200 miles but didn't want to risk pushing this beast, they're really heavy! Enjoy riding your VTX! You own a bike that's hard to come by and sought after by enthusiasts. Maybe 1 day Honda will realize how popular the VTX series is and come out with the VTX 2000!
I wish they would come out with a 2000 cc v twin. Thank you for watching and I am definitely digging this bike. I love my Thunderbird 1600 but I find myself on this VTX a little more.
I rode my vtx to work then when I got home I jumped on the Yamaha roadstar 1600 went round the block and got back on the vtx 🥰💕💕🥰💕💕💕 erytime I throttle!!!
I purchased my VTX 1800C with the factory black n red flame paint job which looks like a Custom paint job. My VTX is a 2006 with original owner who sadly passed away and the son didn’t ride so, him and his mom after a year of deciding to just keep it or sell it, they opted to sell it, lucky for me I was the only one that was willing to drive 120 miles to view the bike and told the seller I’m definitely interested and I’ll bring cash, his asking price was at $5200 but I had $3200 in one pocket and $2000 cash in my other pocket . When I seen the bike, it was like brand new with not one scratch on it, he had all the original receipts from the invoice when he purchased it from the Ohio Honda dealership to him having the engine dyno tuned with Vance and Hines pipes and K&N filter, and Bridgestone BT-020 200/60R16 Rear... which makes it handle and sound better Then my 2000 Harley Davidson Softail Springer, and that sounds sweet. I offered him $3200 cash and -- he excepted my offer. The bike had 17400 original miles on it 🎉🎉! Now my favorite bike I’ve owned thus far which is over 7 cycles from Harleys to Suzuki C90 boulevard. Harley Davidson Sportster/ road king road glide . Yamaha 1700cc bar none this Honda is my go to cycle now. The best deal I ever dreamt of having . Not sure why Honda discontinued this VTX CRUISER, all I know it’s one hell of a ride . Talk about being at the right place at the right time!! What a deal of a lifetime!!
That’s great you got a deal on that one, you just can’t beat the price per horsepower. I’ll bet the Vance and Hines pipes sound good. I know what you mean out of all the bikes in my garage I tend to favor the 1800 as well. Thanks for watching!
I'm getting a 2005 for FREE! ;) needs work.... but grandpa owned it whole life and just needs a little TLC> Going from a suzuki LS650-Honda Helix- Honda VTX 1800.... life is funny like that haha
I have a friend that has the vtx 1800 n model, I took it for a spin and holy cow what a hot rod of a bike it's exactly what you say an old muscle car, it rips. I'm going to have to buy a 1800 eventually
I have a 2003 VTX1800R. It has a Vance and Hines exhaust , a Kurakyn velociraptor air cleaner and a power commander v. It was just Dino tuned. It put out 95 horsepower and 118 ftlbs of torque at the rear wheel. It has a mustang seat and I put handlebar risers. It took a 5,700 mile road trip this year. It was very comfortable. It was very comfortable. I payed $4,500 for mine. It had just under 27;000 miles on it. It now has 45,750 miles. I also put progressive rear shocks on it. They ride much better than the stock shocks. I have heard people getting 200,000 miles out of a VTX.
I plan on adding new tour pack and hard saddlebags this winter. It has a windshield on it now. But I'm thinking of putting a bat wing faring on it. Memphis shades makes a bat wing faring for it.
After a longer ride to and from Ocean City, MD, I definitely agree with your assessment that on the VTX 1800 you ride in more of a "C" type position! I also wish the handlebars were swept back just a little more. It would make for a more comfortable, laid back ride!
3 days ago I bought my neighbors 1-owner 2002 VTX 1800, immaculate, new tires +brakes, 3,000$. It's a lot more fun than my 50cc Yamaha Zuma and as much fun as my 1st generation V-Max. P.S. Good and honest review !
Heck yea buddy..I love mine and yes...as my first street bike..learning her power..must take it in slow as u become one with the bike and bamm..she is mine to control..
Good video! You’re right on the opinions on the X. Bought 2002 VTX 1800c. I agree on the connection. A colleague at work after upgrading his ride to a nice Harley bagger. He asked when I’m going to update mine. Mine is set up perfect for me! Wtf would I change from this monster 1800?? Progressive shocks and front springs and I fit a 200 on the back replacing the stock 180. Ultimate seat, forward controls, Cobra swept floorboards replaced C model pegs. Brake-Away throttle lock, Memphis shades windshield and and I’m riding in comfort all day long!
i'm glad you mentioned the gas mileage. i thought it was just my bike. yea, the bike don't wanna be driven soft. i got an 07 with Cobra's, cobra fuel manager, and hyper charger. i also moved up from a 1300. for sure it's not a beginner's bike. got a laugh when u tripped on the huge racoon. ride safe man.
The M109 may look better but I've heard tons of complaints about the shifting feeling super clunky on them and jumping out of 2nd gear pretty often. I just picked up an 02' VTX 1800 the other day and it is a SERIOUS upgrade from my Suzuki C50 Boulevard. It also just reached only 20k miles today so I'm sure it's still got plenty of life left in it. I thought Harleys sounded cool before I got this beast (yes, it has Vance and Hines pipes), but the way this thing roars when you push it makes me giggle every time. These bikes are definitely a keeper!
@@kutzelberg8088 I couldn't give you an honest answer / opinion since I personally have only had Vance and Hines before, but just by listening to some they honestly don't seem all that different. They both probably have their own distinct sound, but either one you go with will definitely sound loud N' proud
@@kutzelberg8088 I’ve got cobra pipes on the 1800 and they sound amazing I consequently have VH on my Vulcan 1600 and they sound really good too so to be honest with you I’m not sure which one is better. I have had two sets of cobra pipes and they both sounded awesome on both bikes, so I tend to favor cobra.
Allegedly HD paid them to stop making it. Even today HD's screaming eagle engine is still slower then this beast. There is also a reason the Kawasaki with it's 2000cc was a slug and slow compared to this well engineered beast.
I Live in uk and this is my second bike and my interactions with her are: Is it loud? YES Is the power their? YES Is she scary? YES Does she make you feel alive? DO YOU WANT TO KNOW WHAT ALIVE FEELS LIKE?
I personally would love to see a fury with either the 1800 or a 2000 offered up. I haven't been on a VTX but I would definitely enjoy owning one myself. Thanks for your video !!!
Hey I know this video is back from September but I have seen some of your reviews on various bikes and I am curious at this point when you walk out to the garage which one you are getting on the most?
Well you’ll never believe this but I do my best to rotate them evenly. If I skip a bike there’s guilt, so if I know it’s gonna rain and I gotta ride home at night I try to pick one with ABS, The Thunderbird or the Vstrom. If it’s not gonna rain in the morning or at night then I just go evenly and take turns. If I have to skip a bike because of the weather then I’ll make sure to ride the one I skipped the next day. Thank you for watching!
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 lol I get the guilt. I have a few vintage sport bikes and 1 from this decade. This week I am picking up my new to me 02 VTX 1800c. 11,500.00 mile and completely chromed out. I am getting it from a dealership, and it is the first bike I have ever bought without personally checking it out. I do have a 30 day complete return clause in my contract though. That combined with the bulletproof history of these bikes mad me pull the trigger. I researched the VTX 1800c quite a bit included watching your vids which I enjoyed. Be safe out there.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 awesome. They are usually on Facebook marketplace in the area up to 2-300 miles or if lucky one in your town or closer in great shape. Remember 97 the first year made were hotter!! Book prices from 3500 to 5500
I had a opportunity to seat on one and will be buying as my first. No doubt about it. I want C model for the odometer but anyone know the difference otherwise in models of vtx 1800?
I know so was my 1300, I meant by an American motorcycle manufacturer I should’ve been more clear. I will re-edit that thank you for watching. I truly do appreciate that.
Man i have a 1800 vtx love it but i also have a 04 1200 sportster custom with high compression pistons and i cammed it Vance and Hines full exhaust system jetted and screaming Eagle air cleaner and from a dead stop take off my sportster custom will give the vtx all it can handle
That "seller's remorse" came from John's Moto Garage!!!! I watched him religiously, but now, he is not buying and selling bikes like he use to... Kawasaki VN2000 or VTX1800 or Triumph Thunderbird 1600? I owned the Triumph, but want the biggest of them all (VTwin that is) and that is the VN2000LT.... Who wins on a "roll on" at 50 mph in top gear? Oh, my old Vmax 1200 did.
I have 2 2002 1800C models (one smashed up) the best upgrade is the handlebar riser (1cruiser) and the cone style air intake (the screws they give you aren't metric so you have to buy them separate) the hypercharger is the worst upgrade! (it gets in your legs way and you can't use the rear brake properly)
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 thanks for the reply , so you’ve been on a vmax as well ? I agree with the price , the vmax got pretty pricey over the years
VT 1300 the Honda Fury. They tried to replicate the chopper style with it. It’s a great motor, the Fury is a good looking bike but to be honest, I liked the Stateline better.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 Not a big fan of the Fury styling. The spoked version of the 1300 and the 1800 retro are the ones I feel give you the most versatility. Not a fan of being a C shaped sail . It's as tiring as my previous sport bike, maybe more so.
If you want a fast bike in corners get a sport bike.. lol I have a meanstreak and I rode this vtx and it's no comparison.. vtx smokes it.. I wish the meanstreak had more power as I do love the look of it but it's a turtle
I just can't fiqure out why Honda did not put this 1800cc engine in the fury? They would have sold thousands. They build a chopper with a small engine with no where to go. Who would customize further a bike with a boring small engine. They should have kept the 1800 and stopped making the 1300. I went to buy a fury years ago. Found out they only had a 1300. I walked out very disappointed. How stupid can they get, I thought that they want to fail.
Yeah I’m with you on that. Considering the market segment they are appealing to, which is us you would think they would have kept the 1800 twin. The only thing I can think is that they figured they had it covered with the Valkyrie even though that’s a V-6.
I had a 2008 VTX 1800 F1. The first 2 years I had it, I hated it. The last 4 years I had it, I loved it. Should have never sold it. My doesn’t Honda make it anymore? B/c they want u to buy that dogshit Fury or spend $25k on a Gold Wing - “the cheap one”. BAWHAHAHAHA!!! I traded my VTX for a 2014 Valkyrie, in 2015. I love the Valkyrie but I wish I still had the VTX, too.
Welcome to the VTX 1800 club. Been riding for more than four decades, rode many different models, and the VTX 1800 has a character unlike any other bike. It'll be my last bike until I can't ride. Rubber side down, Kemosabe.
I agree with you completely. This will be my last bike I’ll own .usually after a few months or so I flip my bikes for a decent profit then move onto another cycle from other metric bikes to of course Harleys. I’ve been lucky in buying cycles at great prices and on the average I manage to get net profits of $2500-3000 on each bike I’ve purchased over the past 5 years. Keep riding bro, and always remember this…. It’s not what you ride, it that you RIDE! Stay safe and blessed bro
I absolutely love mine
Yep same here. I bought and flipped many bikes. And selling my 02 Honda VTX 1800N was the only bike I regretted selling, and my last bike. That was 7 yrs ago. Late summer, early fall days are when I missed it the most. Well, last weekend I just purchased a 2007 Honda VTX 1800R with a batwing. Man, I missed that power! And almost forgot there isn’t a gas gauge lol. I will see what’s out there.
I just love it so much, even those fancy harleys don't make me want to swap it. This is the bike I am keeping for life.
Me too
Honda flexxed so hard with the VTX line, they busted a nut, and forgot to add a hazard light feature :D it's not perfect, but somehow that make sit even better, I love my 1800R!
I hopped off of Vstar 650 and got an VTX 1800 and at first thought I fucked up buying it. It’s such a fun bike but I definitely respect it
Did you hop off the VStar the same season? I am looking to hop off my shadow 1100cc
@@ectomorphnranger5165 yeah I had the Vstar like a month or 2. I’m also 6’1” and 265lbs so I did feel the Vstar was a tad small
In 2007 I bought an 05 1800N S3 brand new.. It had been sitting on my local Honda's showroom floor for a bit over 2 years.. Orig msrp was like $14,500 and I got it $4k off at $10,500.. No one was buying them at that time for some reason.. It was fast for a cruiser back then but after trying a couple street glides and letting them lower in value, I sold it in 2012 and got a street glide.. The fairing, gauges, radio, cruise control, abs, hard bags, and the sound.. That was the only thing I hated on the VTX was the sound.. I had V&H long shots and a nice intake & good tune, but just a horrible tractor sound.. It was noise, just not nice noise.. My harley with a cam sounds amazing.. When these still cost 5-8k bucks I would rather spend $8-10k on a nice bagger harley..
I love my 1800R,High respect to all motorcycles,39 years dedicated to Honda,Good vid,Thank you,Spazz in Cali.
Great video as well. I just got 2002 1800R definitely a great bike. Do you know if the pipes have slip ons or does the whole exhaust have to be replaced? Also where can I get some loud pipes ? They are hard to find where I am. Any help appreciate it
I have an 02 1800c. These were made in Ohio at the Marysville Plant. I chose to put progressive forks springs and 444's on the rear with dunlop elite 4 tires. Not any softer of a ride but keeps the tires glued in the corners with noticeable improvement.
Picked up a 2008 VTX1800 T3(Tourer model) this past summer with only 8.5K miles on it! Absolutely enjoy the heck out of cruising on this bike! All the VTX models look great and have allot of horsepower! I was able to go 190 miles (with reserve) on a trip. Maybe could have gone 200 miles but didn't want to risk pushing this beast, they're really heavy! Enjoy riding your VTX! You own a bike that's hard to come by and sought after by enthusiasts. Maybe 1 day Honda will realize how popular the VTX series is and come out with the VTX 2000!
I wish they would come out with a 2000 cc v twin. Thank you for watching and I am definitely digging this bike. I love my Thunderbird 1600 but I find myself on this VTX a little more.
Honda does not play the displacement game. Id rather they make another 1800 but bump the HP to 135 and Torque to 160
@@GrzegorzDurda And reduce the weight by 30+ lbs
Bought my C new in '02 . Ride it everyday in true hooligan tradition. Good review. 😎
Nice!! Thank you for watching
Yes I love my 2002 1800 retro the great ride I started out on a 250 but this is actually no problem I've had it for eight years now
My S&S chop is my mistress or girlfriend, but my VTX 1800 is my wife. I'm never selling that bike. She's earned my loyalty.
OK I'm going to buy one, you convinced me.
Oooo, I like the VTX series. Is on the list. Enjoyed this, thanks!
I rode my vtx to work then when I got home I jumped on the Yamaha roadstar 1600 went round the block and got back on the vtx 🥰💕💕🥰💕💕💕 erytime I throttle!!!
I plan on getting one this winter. Great review. Thanks
You'll love it
love the vid and the way u talk it's fun to listen to keep it up 👍
Thank you for watching!
I've had my 2002 vtx1800r since early 2003. I'll never get rid of her. We have a strong bond.
I know what you mean.
Just bought a 2002 VTXC, real old school motorcycle
I got One yesterday I am amazed it love it !!! 20k miles it's a beast
Nice!! Congratulations on your new baby, I’m never parting with mine either.
You killed it! you have a great voice for CZcams!
I purchased my VTX 1800C with the factory black n red flame paint job which looks like a Custom paint job. My VTX is a 2006 with original owner who sadly passed away and the son didn’t ride so, him and his mom after a year of deciding to just keep it or sell it, they opted to sell it, lucky for me I was the only one that was willing to drive 120 miles to view the bike and told the seller I’m definitely interested and I’ll bring cash, his asking price was at $5200 but I had $3200 in one pocket and $2000 cash in my other pocket . When I seen the bike, it was like brand new with not one scratch on it, he had all the original receipts from the invoice when he purchased it from the Ohio Honda dealership to him having the engine dyno tuned with Vance and Hines pipes and K&N filter, and Bridgestone BT-020 200/60R16 Rear... which makes it handle and sound better Then my 2000 Harley Davidson Softail Springer, and that sounds sweet. I offered him $3200 cash and -- he excepted my offer. The bike had 17400 original miles on it 🎉🎉! Now my favorite bike I’ve owned thus far which is over 7 cycles from Harleys to Suzuki C90 boulevard. Harley Davidson Sportster/ road king road glide . Yamaha 1700cc bar none this Honda is my go to cycle now. The best deal I ever dreamt of having . Not sure why Honda discontinued this VTX CRUISER, all I know it’s one hell of a ride . Talk about being at the right place at the right time!! What a deal of a lifetime!!
That’s great you got a deal on that one, you just can’t beat the price per horsepower. I’ll bet the Vance and Hines pipes sound good. I know what you mean out of all the bikes in my garage I tend to favor the 1800 as well. Thanks for watching!
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 ML&R bro
I'm getting a 2005 for FREE! ;)
needs work.... but grandpa owned it whole life and just needs a little TLC>
Going from a suzuki LS650-Honda Helix- Honda VTX 1800.... life is funny like that haha
I have a friend that has the vtx 1800 n model, I took it for a spin and holy cow what a hot rod of a bike it's exactly what you say an old muscle car, it rips. I'm going to have to buy a 1800 eventually
Definitely worth it.
I have a 2003 VTX1800R. It has a Vance and Hines exhaust , a Kurakyn velociraptor air cleaner and a power commander v. It was just Dino tuned. It put out 95 horsepower and 118 ftlbs of torque at the rear wheel. It has a mustang seat and I put handlebar risers. It took a 5,700 mile road trip this year. It was very comfortable. It was very comfortable. I payed $4,500 for mine.
It had just under 27;000 miles on it. It now has 45,750 miles. I also put progressive rear shocks
on it. They ride much better than the stock shocks. I have heard people getting 200,000 miles out of a VTX.
I’m thinking they were made pretty bullet proof.
Those are some awesome upgrades you got.
I plan on adding new tour pack and hard saddlebags this winter. It has a windshield on it now. But I'm thinking of putting a bat wing faring on it. Memphis shades makes a bat wing faring for it.
Yep
Watched a guy compare his 96 Magna 750 vs a VTX1800 and thrashed it in a straight line. I am convinced Honda needs to make a V4 cruiser again.
Rider error I guess..
I really like mine too. I have a 2003 C model with some upgrades. Looking forward to Spring!! Cheers..
I may inherit a 2003 with only 5000 miles looking forward to it
Great BOS review .. like your style in reporting 🤜🤛
Thank you !
After a longer ride to and from Ocean City, MD, I definitely agree with your assessment that on the VTX 1800 you ride in more of a "C" type position! I also wish the handlebars were swept back just a little more. It would make for a more comfortable, laid back ride!
Get the stock handle bars off a R..or S..and floor boards..that's what I have..comfortable for me..im 5'11
Switch out to beach bars, add forward controls and ditch the stock seat. It will become an easy all day Moto.
3 days ago I bought my neighbors 1-owner 2002 VTX 1800, immaculate, new tires +brakes, 3,000$. It's a lot more fun than my 50cc Yamaha Zuma and as much fun as my 1st generation V-Max. P.S. Good and honest review !
Thank you I appreciate you watching!
The 1800 is a beast. Nothing more fun than rollin smoke from your tire whenever you want. And will also do 130 easy. And feels stable.
Great review TG.
Thank you for watching!
Heck yea buddy..I love mine and yes...as my first street bike..learning her power..must take it in slow as u become one with the bike and bamm..she is mine to control..
Nice job. Did a similar video on a 2008 VTX1800F1
Great review, I have had one since 2002,! one comment, it was Made in America, more American made than Harley in Marysville Ohio. Enjoy!
Good video! You’re right on the opinions on the X. Bought 2002 VTX 1800c. I agree on the connection. A colleague at work after upgrading his ride to a nice Harley bagger. He asked when I’m going to update mine. Mine is set up perfect for me! Wtf would I change from this monster 1800?? Progressive shocks and front springs and I fit a 200 on the back replacing the stock 180. Ultimate seat, forward controls, Cobra swept floorboards replaced C model pegs. Brake-Away throttle lock, Memphis shades windshield and and I’m riding in comfort all day long!
The bike sounds awesome man!
Getting my first Saturday 🙌🏼
That is awesome dude post a picture here after you get it!
Bro you review so well, like dayum👏👏👏💯
Thank you!
Great video and awesome review! I couldn't leave you hanging at 599 likes. You're welcome.
Haaaa thanks for putting it over the top!!
i'm glad you mentioned the gas mileage. i thought it was just my bike. yea, the bike don't wanna be driven soft. i got an 07 with Cobra's, cobra fuel manager, and hyper charger. i also moved up from a 1300. for sure it's not a beginner's bike. got a laugh when u tripped on the huge racoon. ride safe man.
That’s it I’m getting one tomorrow swear to god
I wanna ride one!
2005 VTX-1800S was my first bike. Been on it for about 5 months now. Love the bike but it wasn't too much. Just have some sense about you.
Definitely a rob hofford special;being a British rock star I think 💭 he hate on anything Japanese 😂
Really liked the video, have you done any road trips riding two up. Thinking of shopping for an 1800 for my wife and I for some weekend trips.
If we ride two up, I use the Goldwing. But this is an awesome bike.
Love my VTX 1300C . No real need to upgrade, it’s everything and more. Only complaint is it’s a 5 speed and weighs right at 800lbs
800 lovable lbs
You forgot to mention, You don’t have to worry about the infamous frontforkwabble either
Just bought a fully dressed 1800 T
The M109 may look better but I've heard tons of complaints about the shifting feeling super clunky on them and jumping out of 2nd gear pretty often. I just picked up an 02' VTX 1800 the other day and it is a SERIOUS upgrade from my Suzuki C50 Boulevard. It also just reached only 20k miles today so I'm sure it's still got plenty of life left in it. I thought Harleys sounded cool before I got this beast (yes, it has Vance and Hines pipes), but the way this thing roars when you push it makes me giggle every time. These bikes are definitely a keeper!
I will never part with mine either. It is pure soul.
Which pipes are better, vanes and hines or cobra??
@@kutzelberg8088 I couldn't give you an honest answer / opinion since I personally have only had Vance and Hines before, but just by listening to some they honestly don't seem all that different. They both probably have their own distinct sound, but either one you go with will definitely sound loud N' proud
@@ganonpig thanks :)
@@kutzelberg8088 I’ve got cobra pipes on the 1800 and they sound amazing I consequently have VH on my Vulcan 1600 and they sound really good too so to be honest with you I’m not sure which one is better. I have had two sets of cobra pipes and they both sounded awesome on both bikes, so I tend to favor cobra.
I have the R. Great bike
Got a kawasaki vulcan 900cc custom, just eyeballing this bike as I'm planning to go bigger!
Allegedly HD paid them to stop making it. Even today HD's screaming eagle engine is still slower then this beast. There is also a reason the Kawasaki with it's 2000cc was a slug and slow compared to this well engineered beast.
just bought a 02 today. its winter can't ride till spring. gonna be a long wait.
But it’s going to be a great spring! Congratulations on your new baby.
She"ll smoke the Triumph
Good show
really good vid man,Im on a 2002 1000 fazer but thinkn of this for my age and comfort,what do you think?
I think a test ride is in your near future. And then I’m pretty sure it will be in your garage.
That Honda 1800 was made in America, Ohio USA.
Not so bad being “stuck in Ohio” 👍🏻
My next bike 🚴
Nice!!
I Live in uk and this is my second bike and my interactions with her are:
Is it loud?
YES
Is the power their?
YES
Is she scary?
YES
Does she make you feel alive?
DO YOU WANT TO KNOW WHAT ALIVE FEELS LIKE?
You nailed it.
I personally would love to see a fury with either the 1800 or a 2000 offered up. I haven't been on a VTX but I would definitely enjoy owning one myself. Thanks for your video !!!
Thanks for watching!
Honda should make a 2600 to compete with the Boss Hoss. A 2600 v-twin and a flat-8 Goldwing… imho
Ohhh yeah
Hey I know this video is back from September but I have seen some of your reviews on various bikes and I am curious at this point when you walk out to the garage which one you are getting on the most?
Well you’ll never believe this but I do my best to rotate them evenly. If I skip a bike there’s guilt, so if I know it’s gonna rain and I gotta ride home at night I try to pick one with ABS, The Thunderbird or the Vstrom. If it’s not gonna rain in the morning or at night then I just go evenly and take turns. If I have to skip a bike because of the weather then I’ll make sure to ride the one I skipped the next day. Thank you for watching!
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 lol I get the guilt. I have a few vintage sport bikes and 1 from this decade. This week I am picking up my new to me 02 VTX 1800c. 11,500.00 mile and completely chromed out. I am getting it from a dealership, and it is the first bike I have ever bought without personally checking it out. I do have a 30 day complete return clause in my contract though. That combined with the bulletproof history of these bikes mad me pull the trigger. I researched the VTX 1800c quite a bit included watching your vids which I enjoyed. Be safe out there.
@@darkpoetfl thank you! Enjoy that bike!! 22,000 ish miles on mine and it’s running great.
Most American bike ever made
Paid 2700 for mine. 02 1800c came with v/h big shots, after market air breather and power commander
Nice!!
Wow that's an awesome deal!
You scored I paid 4600 for mine looks brand new was in storage for a while I love it Soo much I wish I could raise my fairing tho the wind sucks lol
Watch the vid six cylinder symphony on here. Valkyrie with cobra six into six. Valkyrie’s rule!!!
I wish I had an old Valkyrie. I’m gonna keep my eye out.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 awesome. They are usually on Facebook marketplace in the area up to 2-300 miles or if lucky one in your town or closer in great shape. Remember 97 the first year made were hotter!! Book prices from 3500 to 5500
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 and now you’ve got me looking for an 1800. 😂
I had a opportunity to seat on one and will be buying as my first. No doubt about it. I want C model for the odometer but anyone know the difference otherwise in models of vtx 1800?
MY VTX 1800 EATS THE 2000 ITS A TOTAL BEAST
10:30 It was made in America. Marysville, Ohio, to be precise.
I know so was my 1300, I meant by an American motorcycle manufacturer I should’ve been more clear. I will re-edit that thank you for watching. I truly do appreciate that.
Man i have a 1800 vtx love it but i also have a 04 1200 sportster custom with high compression pistons and i cammed it Vance and Hines full exhaust system jetted and screaming Eagle air cleaner and from a dead stop take off my sportster custom will give the vtx all it can handle
Dyno says my sportster is putting out 84.5 hp and 86ft of tourqe and with its whiehgt it keeps up to my vtx no problem
That sounds like a cool bike man.
That "seller's remorse" came from John's Moto Garage!!!! I watched him religiously, but now, he is not buying and selling bikes like he use to... Kawasaki VN2000 or VTX1800 or Triumph Thunderbird 1600? I owned the Triumph, but want the biggest of them all (VTwin that is) and that is the VN2000LT.... Who wins on a "roll on" at 50 mph in top gear? Oh, my old Vmax 1200 did.
Vmax. Hmmmmm. Gonna look for one. Thank you for watching.
I have 2 2002 1800C models (one smashed up) the best upgrade is the handlebar riser (1cruiser) and the cone style air intake (the screws they give you aren't metric so you have to buy them separate) the hypercharger is the worst upgrade! (it gets in your legs way and you can't use the rear brake properly)
Thanks for the heads up on the upgrades I was looking into the cone air intake. Definitely appreciate the input.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 It makes a cool suction sound as well, the bar riser is the best upgrade, I don't think they are available anymore ☹
It's the exact same bike as this one I have a fairing
ok so its between this and the 1200 vmax.. what has crazier torque especially in the lower end?
In all honesty the Vmax but the 1800 is cheaper and in my opinion looks better.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 thanks for the reply , so you’ve been on a vmax as well ?
I agree with the price , the vmax got pretty pricey over the years
@@fallen1805 I’ve never ridden the Vmax but I looked at the stats and the other videos concerning it it is quite a bike.
Only downside to this bike is filling it up! You always have to be sitting on it otherwise you can only fill the tank like 3/4th full.
What model replaced the VTX in the current Honda lineup?
VT 1300 the Honda Fury. They tried to replicate the chopper style with it. It’s a great motor, the Fury is a good looking bike but to be honest, I liked the Stateline better.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 I really love the look of the VTX 1800 Retro.
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480 Not a big fan of the Fury styling. The spoked version of the 1300 and the 1800 retro are the ones I feel give you the most versatility. Not a fan of being a C shaped sail . It's as tiring as my previous sport bike, maybe more so.
@@mikeborrelli193 well, the used ones hold up pretty good. I’ve had three of them.
What brand highway bars are those??
I’m not sure because they were on there when I bought it.
The 1300 gets a lot better mpg. My 1300 R gets 45+ mpg. But it’s a smaller motor …
Yeah my 1300 does well too but the 1800 likes to drink. Thank you for watching!
Anyone have experience with both a vtx 1800 and an M109R? Curious on feedback.
I just did a comparison video of the M109R and the VTX 1800. Check it out on TG MotoRider
@@tgmotorider.narratinglifeo3480thanks man. I decided to go with a VTX1800. Should be picking her up next week. Can’t wait.
You sound just like Corey Taylor to me. 😂
that’s fair I wish I had his Agent.
telling you to load with it?
Haaa!! Yep.
can you tour the world with her?
Where can you get a VTX 1800 for $3k???
Big St. Charles motorsports in St. Charles has great deals.
All over
@@motorcyclemichael2182 BULLSHIT
Vulcan 2000 oss mutch faster and also vzr 1800 r..
Meanstreak kills it in corners
If you want a fast bike in corners get a sport bike.. lol I have a meanstreak and I rode this vtx and it's no comparison.. vtx smokes it.. I wish the meanstreak had more power as I do love the look of it but it's a turtle
I think, thy think, young folks these days don't have the balls for a big motorcycle.
I just can't fiqure out why Honda did not put this 1800cc engine in the fury? They would have sold thousands. They build a chopper with a small engine with no where to go. Who would customize further a bike with a boring small engine. They should have kept the 1800 and stopped making the 1300. I went to buy a fury years ago. Found out they only had a 1300. I walked out very disappointed. How stupid can they get, I thought that they want to fail.
Yeah I’m with you on that. Considering the market segment they are appealing to, which is us you would think they would have kept the 1800 twin. The only thing I can think is that they figured they had it covered with the Valkyrie even though that’s a V-6.
Same thoughts exactly…compete with the Yamaha Raider!
I had a 2008 VTX 1800 F1. The first 2 years I had it, I hated it. The last 4 years I had it, I loved it. Should have never sold it.
My doesn’t Honda make it anymore? B/c they want u to buy that dogshit Fury or spend $25k on a Gold Wing - “the cheap one”. BAWHAHAHAHA!!!
I traded my VTX for a 2014 Valkyrie, in 2015. I love the Valkyrie but I wish I still had the VTX, too.