The all-new 2004 VTX1800N pushes styling into a new era with a heavy accent on the neo side of the neo-retro concept, plus Honda's exciting new custom-building options.
Features & Benefits
The VTX™1800N is available in these exciting colors: Black, Titanium, Candy Red, and Magenta Metallic.
VTX1800N is available in three distinctive build variations: Spec 1, 2 and 3.
Unique Features
Beautiful neo-retro styling with cast aluminum wheels.
Two styles of cast aluminum wheels available--satin brushed or highly polished.
Front and rear steel fenders are styled to exude a custom hot-rod retro look.
New rear fender rails feature a unique slotted design.
Newly designed wedge-shape mirrors offer a streamlined look.
New flangeless 5.3-gallon fuel tank offers excellent cruising range.
Fuel tank features a pin-stripe-quality VTX icon for a smooth, custom look.
Higher-capacity radiator for increased cooling capacity.
New design bullet-style turn indicators feature chrome visors, clear lenses, and amber flasher bulbs.
Tank-mounted speedometer features a meter face with black background and performance graphics unique to the N model.
Unique flush-mounted double-chevron LED brake- and taillight.
Stylish new seat with removable passenger section adds to the neo-retro look and feel.
New high-rise aluminum handlebar mounts mated with low-rise handlebar provide an uncompromised riding position with hot- rod styling.
Staggered dual exhausts with straight-cut five-bolt muffler tips.
Fat, 150/80 front tire on a 17-inch wheel gives the VTX a commanding profile.
California model utilizes an ECU-controlled, closed- loop emissions control system with two oxygen sensors to constantly deliver a precise air/fuel mixture while two exhaust catalyzers reduce emissions of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen to meet 2008 California Air Resources Board (CARB) emissions standards.
Spec 1 Custom-Building Options
Crankcases, cylinder, starter motor: Silver finish
Handlebars: Cast aluminum risers and caps with hairline satin brushed finish
Clutch and Brake Levers: Brushed aluminum finish
Fork Tubes: Satin finish inverted fork tubes with satin brushed caps
Upper and lower triple clamps: Cast aluminum with hairline satin brushed finish
Switch Housings: Brushed aluminum finish
Radiator Cover: Gloss black finish
Floor Boards: Hairline satin brushed aluminum
Final Drive Housing: Silver finish
Wheels: Satin brushed cast aluminum
Rear Shocks: Ribbed design dual chromed with hairline satin brushed top mounts
Spec 2 Custom-Building Options
Crankcases, cylinder, starter motor: Satin black finish with milled cylinder fin edges
Handlebars: Chrome-plated aluminum handlebar risers and caps
Clutch and Brake Levers: Highly polished aluminum finish
Fork Tubes: Chrome steel covers and chrome caps highlight fork tubes
Upper and lower triple clamps: Polished cast aluminum
Switch Housings: Hairline satin brushed finish
Radiator Cover: Gloss black finish
Floor Boards: Hairline satin brushed aluminum
Final Drive Housing: Silver finish
Wheels: Satin brushed cast aluminum
Rear Shocks: Ribbed design dual chromed with hairline satin brushed top mounts
Spec 3 Custom-Building Options
Crankcases, cylinder, starter motor: Satin black finish with milled cylinder fin edges
Handlebars: Chrome-plated aluminum handlebar risers and caps
Clutch and Brake Levers: Highly polished aluminum finish
Fork Tubes: Chrome steel covers and chrome caps highlight fork tubes
Upper and lower triple clamps: Polished cast aluminum
Switch Housings: Hairline satin brushed finish
Radiator Cover: Chrome sidecovers
Floor Boards: Polished and chrome-plated aluminum
Final Drive Housing: Hairline satin brushed with chrome-plated axle caps and fasteners
Wheels: Highly polished cast aluminum
Rear Shocks: Ribbed design dual chromed with an A-shape top mounting eyelet
Engine/Drivetrain
Engine is a 1795cc liquid-cooled 52 V-twin that dwarfs other production V-twin engines, and hammers out immense power--106 bhp at 5000 rpm and 120 lb./ft. of torque at 3500 rpm.
V-twin engine features 4-inch cylinder bores and the largest connecting rods and cylinders Honda has ever made.
Offset dual-pin crankshaft with two primary-shaft- mounted balance weights allows a high-performance engine design while eliminating harsh engine vibration. The result: muscular power across a broad rpm range for unequaled acceleration and roll-on performance.
The 41.4 pound forged steel crankshaft uses bolt-on weights, reducing crankcase width nearly 2 inches and reducing crankshaft weight 8.8 pounds compared to a conventional one- piece design.
The engine mounting system uses carefully matched hangers and rubber mounts to eliminate unwanted vibration, while preserving the powerful character of the engine's V-twin design.
Each three-valve cylinder head features two large 36mm intake valves and a huge, 45mm exhaust valve to produce optimum flow for the air/fuel charge.
Two iridium-tip spark plugs per cylinder for efficient combustion at all engine speeds.
Simple-to-service screw-and-locknut valve-clearance adjusters.
4.5-liter airbox supplies a large volume of cool, clean air to the engine.
Advanced high-pressure programmed fuel injection (PGM-FI) features 42mm-diameter throttle bodies delivering air to two specially designed Denso® 50-psi high-pressure fuel injectors. Fuel is delivered through 12 laser-drilled nozzle holes in each injector, producing an atomized fuel mixture that is highly combustible for maximum efficiency and power.
Electronic control unit (ECU) provides individual digital 3-D fuel injection and ignition maps for each cylinder, creating ideal fuel mixture and spark advance settings for superb rideability.
A unique dry-sump oiling system utilizes a closed crankcase design and places the oil tank inside the gearbox case. The result is a freer-revving engine for improved power, and a lower engine height, allowing optimum rider ergonomics and a low, 27.3-inch seat height.
Newly designed higher-capacity radiator with cooling fan maintains consistent engine temperature for optimum performance and long engine life.
Maintenance-free automatic cam-chain tensioners.
Reliable electric-starter system.
Primary-drive gear uses a cam-type damper to minimize powertrain lash.
Sturdy maintenance-free eight-plate hydraulic clutch with clutch-center damper assures smooth gear shifting.
Five-speed transmission with carefully selected gear ratios for relaxed cruising and exciting roll-on performance.
Shaft final-drive system provides smooth, low- maintenance operation.
Driven-flange design at the final drive gear eliminates final-drive noise and wear and simplifies rear wheel installation.
Chassis/Suspension
Massive tubular steel frame contains the engine's power and gives the VTX a long, low muscular stance.
Large, 45mm-inverted front fork provides 5.1 inches of plush yet responsive wheel travel.
Dual chrome rear shocks have 3.9 inches of wheel travel and feature an advanced internal valve system for a comfortable ride.
The VTX's braking system features two three-piston front calipers and a single twin-piston rear caliper. Rider application of the front brake lever activates the two outer pistons of the front calipers. Application of the rear brake pedal activates the two pistons of the rear caliper and the center pistons of the front calipers. When only the rear brake pedal is used, an inline delay valve smooths application of the front caliper center pistons.
Additional Features
Distinctive, chrome hooded-headlight housing features a powerful, 55W/60W halogen bulb with a computer-designed multi-reflector for superb lighting in all conditions.
Tank-mounted chrome nacelle houses the fuel cap, tripmeter/odometer reset and indicator/warning lights for the turn signals, high beam, neutral indicator, low fuel level, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel injection.
Extensive chrome finishing of engine parts includes cylinder head covers, valve inspection covers, spark plug covers, airbox cover, left crankcase cover, clutch cover and left-rear engine cover.
Spec 2 and 3 feature satin black finish on crankcases and cylinders with milled fin edges that complete the custom look.
Large, distinctive N-style speedometer with easy-to- read numerals.
Comfortably padded large-diameter handgrips with polished aluminum handlebar switch-housings and triple-clamp assembly.
Reliable, 300-watt alternator.
Durable, maintenance-free battery.
Handlebar switches and controls use internationally approved ISO graphic symbols.
Convenient push-to-cancel turn signal switch.
Transferable one-year unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.
Assembled in Marysville, Ohio.
Ownership includes one-year complimentary Membership in the Honda Rider's Club of America™. Benefits include discounts, travel benefits, roadside assistance and much more. For HRCA® details, call 1-800-847-HRCA.