Where are all the 1100's

[DelhiRider]

Cincinnati, Ohio here!!

Lets get this thread started again!

http://www.freeridersclub.org/modules/frc_gallery/uploads/eee5eb1b0cc799b.jpg

[ombre]

I've got one. Delhirider, what type of engine guards are on your blue bike? they're about what I am looking for.

[DelhiRider]

I've got one. Delhirider, what type of engine guards are on your blue bike? they're about what I am looking for.

Cobra Freeway Bars - VT1100C I bought them at the dealer, but look at
CruiserCustomizing (http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/detail.cfm?model_ID=7&Category_ID=6&manufacturer_ID=4&product_ID=9659) Here is a closer look at them!



http://www.freeridersclub.org/modules/frc_gallery/uploads/fe443d424efda57.jpg

[ombre]

thanks! is the top of the guard mounted to the frame with a C clamp, or is there drilling involved?

[DelhiRider]

Great looking bike!!!! The holes are pre-drilled, however, you need to drill them out larger!!! Only took about 1hr to install! Need to remove the tank and side guards! Very easy to install.

[UncleFestes]

Here is a Black with Flames to burn up the RED ones..lol
http://bigbikeriders.com/photopost/data/3776/1604Sabre_post.JPG I am a old wore out Dragracer, and can't seem to add all the unhorsepower stuff. like Crash bars,Windshield,Bags I know it causes me lots of problems BUT I like my Naked Sabre. There are many Nice Bikes on This Forumn , Good Job all..

[Spirited]

Shadow Spirit 1100 here in Ky. greater Lexington. :luxhello:

[BeauJames]

Greetings from the best place to ride in the country, Upstate SC. I have been riding from most of the winter and I'm really ready for some warmer weather. Y'all stay safe out there.

[TD1100]

Well this is my first post on the new forum my hard drive took a shit and I haven't had time to take more pics so no sig pic yet so good to be back and thanks Menace it will take some getting use to the format

[sabrerider]

Hey all how are things going? got a chance to ride yesterday here in Michigan, felt good being in the saddle again.
:rifle:

[mrmakAUCTIONEER]

my 1100 2001 spirit

[ericg1975]

Hello everyone Milwaukee WI here I have a 2000 Spirit 1100. I am getting spring fever more and more everyday It was 50 degrees here last sunday and i took the bike out for about a hour and a half. Cant wait until i can ride all the time again. I will post some pics of my bike soon

[justice0165]

Louisville, KY

[ShadowManiac]

Man - I started wondering if I was the only one in the country with a Shadow Spirit 1100. I just got it - spankin new. Man it sucked riding in 40 deg weather, but when you want it bad enough - you grin and bear it. I cant wait for some decent wx. Anyway - take it easy and look forward to talking more 1100 smack.

[TD1100]

This is my 1996 1100 realy like this bike it is light and kind of reminds me of sportster choppers of the 60s but no hard tail and no harley vibration . Lots better for the lower spine too. Enough power to do what most would need and still nimble enough to not be tiresome in traffic . slightly overloaded with my wife and me on it but most bikes dont carry 400 lbs. most bikes are only rated to haul my fat ass and a 100 lb passenger and most bikes weigh 200 lbs more. I previously had a xvz1200 Yanaha full fairing and hard bags and hard trunk weighed 200 lbs more than my shadow and was only slightly more comfort to my wife as a passenger. And was a real bear to ride in traffic and in town. I have put about 5000 mile on my shadow since I bought it last july and currently has over 22000 mile on it total ,and still runs sweet. I think most of the people in this forum ride 750s though or it seems that way any way. years ago I rode a CB750 untill it was totaly worn out needed a total rebuild and still would run over 100 mph. Safe riding to all.

[Shadow1100Guy]

Here is my 1997 1100 Spirit. Just put new grips on and put a throttle boss on it and stilleto end caps very nice upgrade and way better than stock.. I have cobra slip ons as well. I am outside of Seattle, WA

[BeauJames]

Man - I started wondering if I was the only one in the country with a Shadow Spirit 1100. I just got it - spankin new. Man it sucked riding in 40 deg weather, but when you want it bad enough - you grin and bear it. I cant wait for some decent wx. Anyway - take it easy and look forward to talking more 1100 smack.

NAW, we are still out here. The temps are now 60s & 70s so its riding weather again if the rain will ever give it a rest. The rides and poker runs are gettin fired up so off we go.

[BeauJames]

I gotta post more to lose that stupid red trike

[mrmakAUCTIONEER]

last week i left ferris texas south on I-45 to palmer, west on 878 to waxahatchie, west on 875 to 157 , north to venus, southwest on hwy 67 to cleaburn. fleamarket. bought a leather vest for wifie buzzed around town a few laps. back north on hwy 67 to duncanville, east on I-20 to I-45,south to ferris. nice ride. some hills and cool curves. one hill has a tremendous few. real BUFFALO, roaming on the range in the valley below.

[BeauJames]

last week i left ferris texas south on I-45 to palmer, west on 878 to waxahatchie, west on 875 to 157 , north to venus, southwest on hwy 67 to cleaburn. fleamarket. bought a leather vest for wifie buzzed around town a few laps. back north on hwy 67 to duncanville, east on I-20 to I-45,south to ferris. nice ride. some hills and cool curves. one hill has a tremendous few. real BUFFALO, roaming on the range in the valley below.


Your trip sure brings back memories. I grew up in northeast Dallas. Glad you enjoyed and shared the experience.

[june314g63610]

Eastvale, Pennsylvania....10 miles east of the Ohio line and 35 west of Pittsburgh!

[jrod1970]

:grin3: my 85 1100 is still rollin along just fine!!!........fuck off noobs!!!!!.. welcome to shadowriders!!:happy2:

[bchurch99]

97 ACE 1100 in Apex, North Carolina....LOVE finding(and getting lost on) all the winding back roads around here.....

:drink:

[TD1100]

My 1100 has 30,000 plus miles on it now. Only problem is a leaking pinion seal. That will get fixed as soon as I get back from vacation. Going up to Indiana and freeze my ass of lol. got to see the home folks. been two years. You all ride safe!!!!!!!

[sarge]

My 1100 has 30,000 plus miles on it now. Only problem is a leaking pinion seal. That will get fixed as soon as I get back from vacation. Going up to Indiana and freeze my ass of lol. got to see the home folks. been two years. You all ride safe!!!!!!!




I may pass ya on miles this year, my 04 1100 has over 20,000 miles on it. The only thing wrong with it is ME !:rolleyes3

[VTwin1100]

Hi All,
Sold my 2001 VT1100 last week and picked up my new 2006 the next day !!! Would like to hear from anyone, especially those in Michigan in the north of Detroit area.
All The Best,
VTwin1100

[BamaKC]

VTWin1100, FON! Welcome to the form...

Where north of Detroit are you? I'm origionally from Michigan.

[VTwin1100]

BamaKC - I'm in Troy........north of Royal Oak.......southeast of Pontiac

[jrod1970]

BamaKC - I'm in Troy........north of Royal Oak.......southeast of Pontiacis golem givin ya a tight squeez ther noob?:lol:

[Bobcattoo]

40 thousand trouble-free(so far) miles on a '98 Tourer. Get to ride most of the year in Tenn. Just off the Natchez Trace with countless great backroads.

[jrod1970]

40 thousand trouble-free(so far) miles on a '98 Tourer. Get to ride most of the year in Tenn. Just off the Natchez Trace with countless great backroads.fuck off noob!!! 40 g's on a98, not bad,my 85 1100 has 47850 on her, all original, stock clutch and all!!!!!!!!!!!! welcome to shadow riders!

[Bobcattoo]

Replaced original battery last Spring. Daily commuter and fun ride for the Tennessee Twisties. Must keep other bikes happy though.

[Haze]

Hi All, Carnegie,PA.
2002 Shadow Spirit just bought her with only 3500 miles. I just completed MSF so this is my graduation present.She is in the shop getting checked out and then its time to RIDE. Got to get used to this monster PDQ. This bike is bigger and more powerful than I am used to. Any advice on moving the turn signals or replacing with LED units?
Thanks, Haze...:helmet:

[Gonzo]

Though I haven't been here in a while....

Gonz

[jrod1970]

NICE BIKE!!!!!!!..................NOTBEENHEREFORAHWILEFUCKINGNOOB!!!SWEET RIDE!!:grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:

[jrod1970]

WHERE IS THE SEAT!!!?????????? or do you like that sort of thing??:grin: :grin:

[Gonzo]

I am patiently awaiting its completion...hand tooled leather takes some time. Should be worth the wait. Going to have holsters for side compartments coming off of the seat as well....

Gonz

[HaChayalBoded]

2000 ACE Tourer 50,000 miles and counting

[theshadowknows]

Just bought a 2006 Shadow Spirit 1100. I was also beginning to wonder if I was the only one here with an 1100. I am changing the exhaust to Cobra slip-ons and rejetting as soon as everything arrives. I looked for forward controls but they are too expensive, so I made my own brackets and moved the stock controlls forward 3". Cost about 20 bucks.

Anyone in NE Ohio that has any suggestions on good areas to ride? The rain stopped and I'm itching to get out.

[jrod1970]

Just bought a 2006 Shadow Spirit 1100. I was also beginning to wonder if I was the only one here with an 1100. I am changing the exhaust to Cobra slip-ons and rejetting as soon as everything arrives. I looked for forward controls but they are too expensive, so I made my own brackets and moved the stock controlls forward 3". Cost about 20 bucks.

Anyone in NE Ohio that has any suggestions on good areas to ride? The rain stopped and I'm itching to get out.

ALL THE SS750 GUYS ARE AFRAID OF THE 1100, TO MUCH BIKE FOR THEM!!

welcome to the site, just watch out for pegs,tiny,razor, frankz, and jrod....oh wait thats me!!

btw

fuck off noob!!! welcome to the family!:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[HaChayalBoded]

Just bought a 2006 Shadow Spirit 1100. I was also beginning to wonder if I was the only one here with an 1100. I am changing the exhaust to Cobra slip-ons and rejetting as soon as everything arrives. I looked for forward controls but they are too expensive, so I made my own brackets and moved the stock controlls forward 3". Cost about 20 bucks.


Do you have any pictures of your forward control setup? I can't stand how stupid simple little things cost $500, it's insane.

Gonzo, what kind of exhaust is that you have? Are those the V&H pipes for an ACE Tourer?

[theshadowknows]

I'll take pics as soon as I get the bike back from the shop. 600 miles and an oil leak.

The brackets are just cold rolled steel plate, about 1/2' thick and about 5 1/2" x 5 1/2". The only trickey part is the shifter pedal and the extension for the brake pedal. Other than that, just some sawing and drilling and tapping holes. The shifter pedal has to be cut and a 3" piece welded in. It needs to be positioned in the same area it was originally for the adjusting rod to work. Extending the pedal makes for more travel for shifting. I am going to fix this in the winter when I take everything off to have it plated. I need to cut and weld a piece in to get back to the original ratio of travel in the original setup. I am guessing 3/8" to 1/2" will do the trick, but i need to do the math first.

I made and extension for the brake side also. It goes on the pedal to the brake rod. This is pretty simple to make but you do need access to a milling machine. And you need a spacer to take up the space where the brake pedal used to be.

I moved everything 3" and it is very comfortable. The extra travel on the shift pedal is annoying but you get used to it.

[Blueshadow]

1990 1100 here. Just turned over 30g's. Check my gallery if you want to see pics.

[Vicious1]

90 1100 here

http://www.viciouscustoms.com/gallery/d/149-2/S4020226.JPG

[jrod1970]

man i am so glad there are more than just me and sarge and nitrox (who should be hung for the pussy thing) that ride a real bike!!! ride hard!!! (even if you ride an aero!).....(sorry wanda):thumbsup: hehehehehee, nibs...eat me!:crazy3:

[jrod1970]

90 1100 here

http://www.viciouscustoms.com/gallery/d/149-2/S4020226.JPGi almost forgot......fuck off noob!!!

welcome to the nut house!!
sesamestreet.org is the site if you have no skin!!:idea2:

[dakota99rt]

cant beleive I didnt see this thread before :headscrat :headscrat
I get some better pics when the rest of my parts arrive...........

[Gonzo]

Nope, I made the pipes out of three sets of Honda exhaust systems and two cans from a couple of VTX1800C's....

Gonz

[Vicious1]

:jester: sesamestreet.com...now there's a site full of people whose age I act!

Thank you sir, may I have another? :moon:

[jrod1970]

:jester: sesamestreet.com...now there's a site full of people whose age I act!

Thank you sir, may I have another? :moon:

i think you will be a wonderful addition to the 1100 crew and of course the shadowrider community here is to you sir........http://mathx.free.fr/smile/alcoolic.gif
and remember... only real men ride an 1100:kiss:

[Vicious1]

Damn...I knew I was a man, now I know why!

[jrod1970]

Damn...I knew I was a man, now I know why!

but!... you have to smoke a 750 first!

those gays are nothin but trouble!:mean:

[labman]

1100 Here

[jrod1970]

1100 Here

when are you gonna get a chrome cover for the drivshaft on your bike??

i have an extra one if you are interested, pm me and i will shoot it your way:thumbsup:

[pbus]

ok, so I don't really need it but am looking at a 97 1100 for about 2900 and am wondering if that sounds like a reasonable price. It has about 34k miles on it and it's super clean. Am going to take it for a ride tomorrow.

[bchurch99]

I think 2900 sounds about right for that, although i'd try to get him down to 2500...I bought a 97 1100 last october with 16k miles on it, and was also super clean with lots of mods(pipes, floorboards, windshield, etc) and i paid 4200....I totally love everything about the bike, and i don't think you can wrong with a honda....i think you can also check out edmunds.com for used motorcycle prices....Good Luck!

[pbus]

thanks for the info. the bike was at a dealer and they pumped the price up to 3699 by the time I got there. Don't know what I'll do at this point. it was raining so I didn't get to ride it but it sounds great and looks great. seems to have been well maintained and garage kept. am at the point where I am ready to dump some $$$$'s into the "lil critter" vlx or make a change. damn I hate making decisions.

[CoolBreeze]

Hi ya all,
I have my second 97 Spirit. I have been out of circulation for about 5 years due to an accident on a tractor. Just getting able to ride again. I plan on doing some major modifications to my Spirit as I did to the last one that ended up at a little over 70 hp and 80 lbs of torque at the rear wheel. This one I will be shooting for 80 - 85 hp and 90 lbs of torque. When this coming spring rolls around this Spirit will be ready to roll when it comes out of my garage in the spring complete with paint.
If anyone is interested in true performance other than jetting and pipes.... let me know for any 97 and up 1100 Spirit..

[jrod1970]

Hi ya all,
I have my second 97 Spirit. I have been out of circulation for about 5 years due to an accident on a tractor. Just getting able to ride again. I plan on doing some major modifications to my Spirit as I did to the last one that ended up at a little over 70 hp and 80 lbs of torque at the rear wheel. This one I will be shooting for 80 - 85 hp and 90 lbs of torque. When this coming spring rolls around this Spirit will be ready to roll when it comes out of my garage in the spring complete with paint.
If anyone is interested in true performance other than jetting and pipes.... let me know for any 97 and up 1100 Spirit..

nice to see yet another 1100 rider,

but

i must do this,

or else i will be labeled as a pussy, (but wait, i cant be a pussy, i ride an 1100)

so here we go...........

FUCKOFFYOUNEWTOTHEFORUMFIRSTTIMEPOSTINGHAVENOTBEENRIDINGFOR5YEARSFUCKINGNOOBFUCK!!
welcome to shadowriders, dont forget your straight jacket at the door!!

and if you have thin skin.......... http://www.sesameworkshop.org/ (http://www.sesameworkshop.org/)

thin skin site!.... enjoy! :laugh4:

[jimmer2]

96' ACE 1100 in Canton Mich. A 750 is too small for my ass!

[jrod1970]

96' ACE 1100 in Canton Mich. A 750 is too small for my ass!

you and free spirit need to talk! :lol:

[black shadow]

hey cool breeze,black shadow here with an 01 spirit 1100,and definitely would like more info on power for the 1100,s i love the way the bike rides but it definitely is anemic.

[dakota99rt]

welcome to the club!! We need more 1100 riders on here!
get a K&N filter, jet kit, and set of pipes for your spirit that will help waken it up.

[black shadow]

already done that still looking for more,actually i have modified the air box and jetted above the available jet kts for this bike

[ACE-Rider]

My 95 SHADOW ACE C2 in SE Michigan. Only had 5800 miles on her and I paid $3800. It came with 2 windshields and saddle bags.

http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/484/picture173vw4.jpg

[dakota99rt]

I like that choped fender look you have now. what did you use to cut them with? Looks like you didnt even mess up the paint when you whacked um

[ACE-Rider]

I like that choped fender look you have now. what did you use to cut them with? Looks like you didnt even mess up the paint when you whacked um

I used a jig saw, worked real well...I have a bunch more pics in "noob build here goes" thread.

[glennc]

My 2002 Purple Pearl Spirit 1100
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b124/glenncc/Picture030-3.jpg

[dakota99rt]

purdy....... what kind of shield is that I havent seen one like it before. and welcome to the nut house!

[glennc]

It's a National Cycle Plexifairing 3. Here's their website.
http://www.nationalcycle.com/WhyBuy/Fairings.html

[labman]

It's a National Cycle Plexifairing 3. Here's their website.
http://www.nationalcycle.com/WhyBuy/Fairings.html


i like some of those fairings. now the problem is having too many to choose from:jamming:

[glennc]

I know what you mean...I have two National Cycle windshields, the other is the
Street EX I use for summer.

[fdave376]

It was great to see some 1100, There does not seam to a lot of custom 1100
Wino Dave

[Montana64]

Low and slow on the original 85, first of it's kind and still goin' strong. I have only had her since 1/08 and just rolled 17,000 the other day. Bobbed to a solo, dropped the rear end 3", hacked and chopped Sporty rear fender, Progressive Suspension up front, Jardine for sound, bullet led signals, side mount plate w/double maltese Cross brake/tail, chrome crazy Z drag bars, all blacked out and a rubberized flat finish for the body parts.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/72589361@N00/sets/72157604289187239/

I ride Old Rice and I ride her PROUD!!!:jamming:

See you all at Thunder In & Thunder in the Valley???

One more thing, this noob has been in the wind for over 30 years....


:grin3: my 85 1100 is still rollin along just fine!!!........fuck off noobs!!!!!.. welcome to shadowriders!!:happy2:

[labman]

Low and slow on the original 85, first of it's kind and still goin' strong. I have only had her since 1/08 and just rolled 17,000 the other day. Bobbed to a solo, dropped the rear end 3", hacked and chopped Sporty rear fender, Progressive Suspension up front, Jardine for sound, bullet led signals, side mount plate w/double maltese Cross brake/tail, chrome crazy Z drag bars, all blacked out and a rubberized flat finish for the body parts.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/72589361@N00/sets/72157604289187239/

I ride Old Rice and I ride her PROUD!!!:jamming:

See you all at Thunder In & Thunder in the Valley???

One more thing, this noob has been in the wind for over 30 years....



Well hello there. welcome to shadowriders. it is nice to see an addition to the honda family. i hope that the time you spend here is worthwhile and fulfilling. you are now part of an elite group of people that few ever get to experance being with. your life will no longer be filled with the void that was your life. you will fill your mind, soul, and body with the culture that is shadow riders. EXPECT MUCH!!!!! fellow shadow rider, you have made it. you are now a man!!! Your Balls should be ariving in the mail in 2-3 weeks after man dues are paid. Razor will remove your old week saggy balls (hence the name razor) and you can make an apointment to have Jrod instal the new ones (i wont tell you why that is his name) once that is done you will be a man.
But youll still be an OLDFARTFUCKERNOOB!!! Welcome:thumbsup:

[Montana64]

I hear ya. I bought mine off ebay. Went down to Franklin VA, just outside Newport, on 1/8/08. It hit 68 degrees down there that day. Got there at 6:45pm, rode out at 8:00pm. Not bad, coolin quick though, so I spent the night in Richmond. By 9am the temperature had hit the high of 43 and the rain and snow were comin' in from the north, the direction I had to go. I didn't mind a bit. I was takin' a ride with the love of my life. I been waitin' on this girl 23 years brothers. Hat's off to all of us, especially those with enough brass for the big ones.:jamming:

Man - I started wondering if I was the only one in the country with a Shadow Spirit 1100. I just got it - spankin new. Man it sucked riding in 40 deg weather, but when you want it bad enough - you grin and bear it. I cant wait for some decent wx. Anyway - take it easy and look forward to talking more 1100 smack.

[Montana64]

THE FUCK IS MY TRIKE?????<o:p></o:p>
:madani:

[AWTurboSP]

'87 VT1100C here in Florida. It was stock when I got it for free as a hand me down and am currently modding it. Starting with paint and custom pipes. Next step will be new handlebars. More pics to follow.

[artgostick]

Bone stock 85 vt 1100c up in Canada. Might stay that way cause not to many retailers selling custom parts for 85 or 86's.

[YO MUDA]

Low and slow on the original 85, first of it's kind and still goin' strong. I have only had her since 1/08 and just rolled 17,000 the other day. Bobbed to a solo, dropped the rear end 3", hacked and chopped Sporty rear fender, Progressive Suspension up front, Jardine for sound, bullet led signals, side mount plate w/double maltese Cross brake/tail, chrome crazy Z drag bars, all blacked out and a rubberized flat finish for the body parts.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/72589361@N00/sets/72157604289187239/

I ride Old Rice and I ride her PROUD!!!:jamming:

See you all at Thunder In & Thunder in the Valley???

One more thing, this noob has been in the wind for over 30 years....That ride is fucking cool.

[CoolHand]

Stock '97 1100 Shadow Spirit in Indiana... I just bought it off my ebay a week and a half ago. It's my first road bike ever, so I am a TRUE N00B.... But, hey, we all gotta start somewhere....

[Brad]

Just bought a new 06 1100 spirit. never been titiled and no miles on it when I got it :bucktooth Love it a ton. I do have a couple of questions for my fellow riders. I am 6'4" and 250 lbs. My right foot does not fit well on the right footpeg. BIG feet. What would you recomend? Floorboards? If that is the answer does anyone have any experience with them? How about shifting? can you still stay wiith the conventional shifting or have to change to the heel shifter? One more question, how about the hard luggage rack on the back of the bike behind the small sissy bar? any ideas?

[copenhagencowboy]

2000 honda shadow durant oklahoma stay safe

[midgetwithbigknife]

i just got my 01 1100 spirit about 2 months ago, only had 7600 miles when i got it and i'm loving the hell out of it... goldsboro nc. and about the pegs... i have highway pegs on mine, i love the hell out of em. still have to deal with the factory pegs around town but once you hit the open road just pop your heels onto the hwy pegs and you're good to go, cruisin in comfort

[Cramer]

2007 1100 Spirit - daily driver.

[Poet]

40 thousand trouble-free(so far) miles on a '98 Tourer. Get to ride most of the year in Tenn. Just off the Natchez Trace with countless great backroads.

I just bought a 98 tourer with a little less than 15K on it. It was not running real well over 3000 RPM until I replaced the K&N air filter with a EMGO paper filter. I rode a ST 1100 to Poplar Bluff Missouri early this month and got the 98 tourer shortly after I returned to Washington. My mechanic reccommended this bike and I hope to get a lot of trouble free miles from it.

Poet

[Runfortheshadow]

Just got my 05 Shadow, with 700 miles on it. Took it out for the first time, it was gleaming in the street lights and I was cranked. I backed into the curb, went in and rocked out to the band and when I left a Harley rider was parked next to me. I nodded to him and he made the comment on how much it sucked to ride a Jap bike. It caught me by surprise and I didnt have anything to say.
After that I got to wondering if that was the general feeling about all imports or just Jap bikes in particular. What about other American bikes or is it just the old if it aint a Harley then it aint shit attitude.

[Poet]

I just bought a 98 tourer with a little less than 15K on it. It was not running real well over 3000 RPM until I replaced the K&N air filter with a EMGO paper filter. I rode a ST 1100 to Poplar Bluff Missouri early this month and got the 98 tourer shortly after I returned to Washington. My mechanic reccommended this bike and I hope to get a lot of trouble free miles from it.

Poet Yeah, I live in Washington State in Port Orchard. We have a mild climate and I was able to ride every Month last year, at least a few days. In the seattle area the salt water seems to control the climate and help avoid the extremes. I grew up in Missouri where cold and hot come in extremes.

Poet

[Cramer]

Just got my 05 Shadow, with 700 miles on it. Took it out for the first time, it was gleaming in the street lights and I was cranked. I backed into the curb, went in and rocked out to the band and when I left a Harley rider was parked next to me. I nodded to him and he made the comment on how much it sucked to ride a Jap bike. It caught me by surprise and I didnt have anything to say.
After that I got to wondering if that was the general feeling about all imports or just Jap bikes in particular. What about other American bikes or is it just the old if it aint a Harley then it aint shit attitude.


Same old shit. Harley's look down on Shadows (insert lame reason here ___ ). I had someone tell me to get a real bike once. I said "Are you in junior high school or something? Don't I risk my life enough to be in your g**damn club?" He said "Risk your life?" And I said "Yeah, everytime I get on it - Just like you." Then he said "You've got a nice bike man." So it's not something I take personally anymore. Modify your Shadow to make it yours and people will appreciate it for the work you've put into it. It's all about the ride anyway - all bikers know that to be the truth. And just like this forum - people like to break your balls from time to time, so bottom line: You've got a great bike, take pride in it and people will respect that.


added link to general discussions forum about this very topic: http://www.shadowriders.net/forums/showthread.php?t=10446

[jccraig]

Just got my 05 Shadow, with 700 miles on it. Took it out for the first time, it was gleaming in the street lights and I was cranked. I backed into the curb, went in and rocked out to the band and when I left a Harley rider was parked next to me. I nodded to him and he made the comment on how much it sucked to ride a Jap bike. It caught me by surprise and I didnt have anything to say.
After that I got to wondering if that was the general feeling about all imports or just Jap bikes in particular. What about other American bikes or is it just the old if it aint a Harley then it aint shit attitude.

Same old shit ...everyone wants to be better than the other guy and putting someone down is how it's done! Just like this forum! Yep, I'm a fucking noob and when I risk opening my mouth, some dumbshit yells, Fuck Off NOOB! Doesn't matter that I've been riding Honda's since the 70's ...probably from a time that most of you weren't even a sperm yet! If the Harley guy gives you shit, laugh at him. Let him know that with the $1,000's you saved not buying a Harley, you were able to get a bike that starts every time, finishes every ride (without the help of a tow truck), won't rattle the fillings out of your teeth and doesn't leak oil!

[Para1911A1]

New member. Just got my 1100 about a month ago. Just joined today.:grin3:

[Cramer]

Hope you enjoy your new ride. Welcome to ShadowRiders. Read the posts for a while BEFORE you jump in with both feet. This site can be tough on new members, but its worth it because of all the great info here. Learn to use the search feature too (upper right of the screen).

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[jccraig]

New member. Just got my 1100 about a month ago. Just joined today.:grin3:

Post some pics! Ride and have fun!!!

[cuttingman423]

new here also and have a 1995 VT1100C stock with many mods to come 12,600 miles
so far i had to make custom pieces to mount to the back rest bracket so i could move the turnsignals back so my saddle bags would fit i'll try to get pictures soon. next will be chopping exhaust and custom paint and memorial for my father R.I.P God SUCKS me and the old man should be riding together not me down here and the old man on the great highway in the sky.

[TechMarine]

Another noob - 2006 VT1100 Shadow Spirit

First Honda so I have a lot to learn on function.

[dman928]

97 ACE 1100. Beautiful and Picturesque NJ.

Still stock, will get louder soon....

Removed the Pillion seat, sissy bar, and bags... Looks much better.

Oh yeah, and I am currently fucking off.

That is all.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r111/dman928/Honda%20Ace%201100/IMAG0165.jpg

[dans918]

where did you get those saddle bags and how much $
I have a picture of an instrument panel for the Shadow Spirit 1100 that is in the
development stages if anyone is interested

[dman928]

where did you get those saddle bags and how much $


They came with the bike. The previous owner had them custom made. I belive they cost $600 or so....

[Brad]

1100 Shadow Spirit from Madison, WI. Just got my 2006 Spirit 2 months ago. It was new sitting in the dealer's showroom. Snatched it up for $6 grand. So far have only put a Memphis Shades windshield on the thing. Love the ride, need more leg room......6'4"................ if anyone has experience with forwards, please let me know.

[Brad]

I'm a noob to this site and get the same shit from the guys that have been on it for a long while. I'm OK with that and think it's all in good fun. I have been riding Hondas since the mid-60's and am not a novice rider by any means. I joined this site to get more information from like riders and share experience. But, just like in the service or a new job, ya gotta take some shit and earn respect. As far as the Harley guys go, I just smile and let the performance of my 1100 shadow spirit speak for itself. Ever been riding with guys that have Harleys? I have. I leave them in the dust every time. I just smile to myslef. These harley's were 1400's or better. They just could not keep up. On the other hand, I feel any ride is a good one and anyone on a bike is OK with me. Again, let the bike speak for itself.

[Brad]

Whoever called JC at Mean Cycles, 305-255-5770 call him back. He found the metal caps for your bike you were looking for.

[Blueshadow]

Thanks for the tip on the freeway bars. I've been looking for a set for my 1990 1100.

[JCAlley]

Knoxville, TN

I ride a 1997 Shadow Spirit 1100.

[spinnerb8]

I currently have leatherlyke saddlebags but want to put hard bags on and paint them to match my bike. I am looking around for what I might use and would be interested in seeing what others have done,

Thanks

[GatorACE]

I am new in here and I have an Shadow ACE 1100, I am haveing a little trouble. I have noticed a little oil drip and I was told to check my primary but I don't have an owners manual or maintenance manual. I am not sure where to check the oil if anyone could help it would be appreciated

[GatorACE]

Well after several phone calls and talking to some ppl around where I live I have gotten things fixed. 99 Shadow ACE 1100

[MrRngr94]

sumumabish he's back!

[shadowkap77]

I am new to the site and I ride a 99 1100 Spirit. A first bike that I've had for a little over a year and already had it to SD and back. I have slowly added new toys and am looking a a drag bar and need recommendations on risers. I have seen the insert risers and am unsure if they will be high enough. Thanks for the help.

[Boris]

Just picked up my new (to me) 96 VT1100 with 6700 miles on her for $1400.
She's mint but has been sitting for some time and now needs some carb work.
Can't wait to ride without the motor stalling.

Not much to look at right now but things will improve.

[MrRngr94]

enjoy the bike noob. Now go fuck off.

[Boris]

Guess not too many 1100 owners in here.

[MrRngr94]

I think the majority are 750's

[Boris]

Must be a "size" thing. :grin3:

[MrRngr94]

Mine was a money thing. Saw it on Craigslist for $1600 so I grabbed it. Plus I probably need the extra hp to move my fat ass.

[Boris]

My was money related as well.
It was sitting in a customers garage and I got it out for $1400.

Just itching to start modding the thing but I need to read more before I order the wrong parts.
No matter, it's a fun ride anyway but the "grab life by the horns" handle bars have to go first.

[bullmarket27]

Columbus O-H-I-O here.... Yes... I'm a buckeye...

+1 for the extra HP to move my butt....

Seems like you guys got some smokin deals on yer 1100s though... :stunned:

[daddyjay23]

Hi Noob Here! I just got my 97 VT1100, and I love it. I have it getting powder coated flat black right now, but I can wait to start riding. Im looking for after market parts, can anyone refer me to any good sites? Thanks.

[bullmarket27]

Im a personal fan of cruisercustomizing.com, but there are lots of sites.... I would encourage you to first think about what you are wanting to do to the bike. Once you figure out what you need, we can probably point you in the right direction

[mdauwald]

I recently picked up a 2007 spirit 1100. It had Cobra slashcuts already and I added a K&N filter. Rejetting is next but am undecided as to go with Cobra or Dynojet. I've done alot of searching but am still undecided. There does seem to be more 750 info than 1100 but everybody here is pretty cool.

[SIRR1]

SIRR1 here near St. Louis Mizzery.

2006 Shadow Spirit 1100 in blue.

Bags, Wind shield, DG pipes, Stage 1 jet kit, K+N, GPS.

I would post some pics here but this fucken site uses some stupid non M/S Vista photo gallery sizing for posting pics and the site keeps telling me I am to large like my girlfriends do so screw it till I can figure out this format here.

[jonjonsteven]

I have a SS 1100 here in Ohio.

[Belac]

SIRR1 here near St. Louis Mizzery.

2006 Shadow Spirit 1100 in blue.

Bags, Wind shield, DG pipes, Stage 1 jet kit, K+N, GPS.

I would post some pics here but this fucken site uses some stupid non M/S Vista photo gallery sizing for posting pics and the site keeps telling me I am to large like my girlfriends do so screw it till I can figure out this format here.


Cross the river here. 88 VT1100C in Waterloo, IL.

I'm a pro photo guy so I don't how to resize with 'consumer grade' software. Any photoshop questions can come my way.

Are you a local ShadowRider?

[96classic]

:jamming: Hey I gotta register this in Jersey, any one know the particulars?

[HaChayalBoded]

just go to the dmv with the title and bill of sale.

[custom 85 V-TWIN]

1st post..my 85 1100 rocks lol

[Boris]

Sweet.
Another 1100 is always welcome.
These kids with their dinky 750's have us outnumbered on here but deep down they envy us.
:grin:

[custom 85 V-TWIN]

:thumbsup: yea i was ridin a 750 back in the 80's as a learner bike.thanks for the welcome btw

[Pjraven]

Hello all just arrived!

Three years old now with 14000 miles, best ride I've ever had.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj98/pjraven123/CAP2-1.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj98/pjraven123/CAP3.jpg


pj

[halouis]

been riding an '02 Spirit 750, but just picked up this beauty. Love it.

'07 Spirit 1100C
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3522/3988674230_55381eb3fb.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2592/3988673976_80c58b380a_o.jpg

[skot411]

Cincinnat Shadow rider here. Check out my youtube videos.. let me know what you think

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHRJ0D5M5Bk&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xeqoCzx1wk

[Boris]

skot, any plans for the wheels ?
Brushed lips with black centers maybe ?

[skot411]

That's a good idea. I'd love to do some blacked out wire wheels.... but those probably aren't in my budget. I was going to do some re-painting and pinstriping this winter, maybe I'll do the wheels while I'm at it.

[Redshad]

Driftwood, Texas
http://vrcc.photostash.com/vrcc_29775/2003%20Shadow%20Spirit.JPG

[sunfire1100]

I bought her 2 years ago, with 1700 miles on her. I first saw it from across the lot at the dealer. I didn't even know what it was I just KNEW it said me all over it and it was mine. I added the Cobra floor boards and crash bars and the foward controls. Every thing else was already on it. Had her repainted over the 08 winter to personally say ME! See next post for new pics.

[Duffmyver]

Alkmaar, the Netherlands present.

[Sindrone1978]

Sup guys I'm a fuckin noob. Just bought a 1987 VT1100C the other day and found yer site looking for after market parts. Seems to be tons of 750, but not a whole lot for the 1100's. And definately not a lot of 87 1100's. So figured I'd join up and start chattin. I'll put up some photos of my bike when I pick it up after the holidays.

One question I was hoping someone could answer, does anyone know what year range the seats stayed the same for the 1100's?

[ahjort]

Sup guys I'm a fuckin noob. Just bought a 1987 VT1100C the other day and found yer site looking for after market parts. Seems to be tons of 750, but not a whole lot for the 1100's. And definately not a lot of 87 1100's. So figured I'd join up and start chattin. I'll put up some photos of my bike when I pick it up after the holidays.

One question I was hoping someone could answer, does anyone know what year range the seats stayed the same for the 1100's?

SUP NOOB! here is one of many sites that offer parts fiche. http://www.shspowersports.com/custompage.asp?pg=honda-motorcycles You can do your own damn research. Just cross ref the part # for the years you are curious about! What do you think this is...Gov't sponsered welfare or sumptin'!
Welcome to the shadow world! Now FUCKOFFNOOB!

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Oh yeah, I almost forgot... Have a Merry Christmas!

[Sindrone1978]

You sir are a genius! Thanks and Merry Christmas. Oh ya FUCK OFF... uhm ... non noob?

[sveinis]

Nooob here!
I'm from Norway, real Viking, and is currently working on my '86 1100 chopper project. Bought the bike last summer, and will hopefully get it runnin' by summer 2010.
Here is a pic of how it looks atm:
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jJmrbIDs_DA/SxL6KDNZ2SI/AAAAAAAAAC4/xnOzbkEtSpw/s400/PB190184.JPG
Actually, since this picture was taken I have removed all instruments.

Here is a manipulated (gotta love MSpaint...) picture of what the tail is going to look like:
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jJmrbIDs_DA/S0kmf-DI3uI/AAAAAAAAADQ/EuzP4s6cmJE/s400/Shadow+original.jpg

For more info, visit: http://hsocuk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=6501

[june314g63610]

I still ride every chance I get to work or to the store.....My 13 year old baby still pushes me down the road just fine....I have pic of her on the site somewhere.
Western Pennsylvania HERE

[mrmakAUCTIONEER]

33,333 HARD MILES a FEW SCRAPES BROKE ANKLE SAME LUSTEER PAINT NUTHING BUT SCHEDUALD MAINTAINANCE. and tires. mechanical strong as ever. fired er up a few days ago 14 degrees. turned the choke hit the ignition switch ready to ride . except takes for ever to warm up. it smokes them stock harleys. Been known to crank out 0; to 80 miles an hour before 5th gear. Oh i think someone said were not to admit such carrings on.

[caleb895]

New Member With A 2001 Vt1100c Shadow Spirit.

I'm Trying To Get Some Ideas To Modify My Oem Rear Fender Or Replace It With Somethin Else. I Like Most Everything About The Bike Except The Rear Fender. I Have Both Fenders And The Fuel Tank Off For A New Paint Job But Id Like To Change The Rear Fender First. Can Any Body Show Me Some Rear Fender Mods For My Bike Or Recommend A Place To Get An Aftermarket?

[skot411]

Here's a link to a slideshow of my rear fender change. For what it's worth.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xeqoCzx1wk

[SIRR1]

caleb895.

I have not done any mods to the rear fender, but I did add the Honda OEM rack that mounts above the rear fender and it kind of hides the fender so I am pleased with the look for now.

One thing you can do is look at Honda's other 1100's like the Aero 1100 that has I think 3 different levels of style.

Each level has different tanks, seat, fenders, rims and all should bolt right onto a newer 1100 shadow series motorcycle.

This could be an option for a different look that would only need your credit card and the time to bolts things off and on your ride.

Hope this helps!

SIRR1

[sforge]

Florida herehttp://i411.photobucket.com/albums/pp199/sforge/95Ace1.jpg

[JayT]

Use the intro thread FloridaNOOB!
Fuck off and Welcome!

[crimsonblooded]

spirit 1100 here in southeastern CT

[caleb895]

Thanks "skot411" and "sirr1." I recently tried chopping up my oem fender but it looks kinda bad since I dont wanna give up my rear suspension. I know this is not the "wanted" forum but, let me know if any of you have a rear fender that will work. Also looking for air intake/hypercharger options.....

[caleb895]

has anyone tried a simple cone air filter underneath the seat, in place of the air box? Honda Shadow Spirit VT1100C.

[skot411]

Check out my latest vid and let me know what you think. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkcFju7RttM

[shadowman69]

Hi y'all. New to the forum. Have an '86' VT 1100. STRICTLY original with only a windshield and bags as add-ons. Need help finding a luggage rack as the original tail lights are high and behind the pillion...is there an original rack or do I have to do a fab job? Thanks for any advice and help.

[JayT]

Hi y'all. New to the forum. Have an '86' VT 1100. STRICTLY original with only a windshield and bags as add-ons. Need help finding a luggage rack as the original tail lights are high and behind the pillion...is there an original rack or do I have to do a fab job? Thanks for any advice and help.

1st Fuck the fuck off NOOBMAN69!
2nd Use the damn intro thread!
3rd post a pic, cause we all know that no pics mean no damn bike!
4the Welcome!
5th Repeat step one every 2 - 5 minutes!
6th heres the rack your lookin for......

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[shadowman69]

Thanks for the warm welcome..I'm gonna love this forum for sure! Like the Racks, but dosen't fit (they don't fit) or fix the situation!

[Bikerman36]

These pictures aren't the best, they are taken from my iphone. I put a backrest on and just installed the front signals. Excuse the messy garage..lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v295/rcman29/IMG_0017.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v295/rcman29/IMG_0016.jpg

[redrider50]

OK so I'm new at this but was this thread really started back in 2005 and yet still here on the list? We'll is 2011 and my 1100 and I are tolerating the weather here in San Diego.

[bklim]

Weather broke here in upstate NY but it's rained almost constantly Since April. I did get some riding in this weekend and it was Great! Teaching my SOn to ride on my older 1976 CB750F Super Sport. It's a great way to spend time with your son !

[bklim]

I saw a reply from someone on forward controls here are a couple of picts of the ones I designed and had built out of 3/8" 516 SS. I designed the V-Twin and had it
milled out of the center. Then polished the hell out of it. Needed to extend the brake rod and designed a new custom bent shift rod.

[ahjort]

[QUOTE=bklim]Weather broke here in upstate NY but it's rained almost constantly Since April. I did get some riding in this weekend and it was Great! Teaching my SOn to ride on my older 1976 CB750F Super Sport. It's a great way to spend time with your son ![/QUOTE

So where in "UPSTATE" are you?

[bklim]

Rochester

[Bikerman36]

I finally got my saddlebags in and I had to relocate the turn signals for them to fit. I just installed them today. I also fixed the decel popping on my bike, I turned the mixture screw all the way in and then backed it out 3 times since I have a K&N filter, It' purrs now on decel, I thought I would turn it back just a hair to make sure it's not too rich but it popped just a little so i set it back to where I had it.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v295/rcman29/100_2028.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v295/rcman29/100_2029.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v295/rcman29/100_2030.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v295/rcman29/100_2031.jpg

[JCM]

New to the site not to the Shadow. I just picked up an 86 shadow VT1100. My 2001 750 spirit wasn't enough. The 86 has all the wiring and parts (except for cosmetic because the guys EX took a hammer to it!!. It's all there for the most part but the engine won't turn over, i am pretty sure it's siezed. I am about to order the manual before I do anything. Does anybody have any tips for things to avoid during tear down? I have never dealt with a shaft drive or a bike this old before, but i am up for the challenge. Thanks. (I will post all the pics soon. It keeps saying the file is too big)

[artgostick]

If you need a gas tank my 85 came with a spare.

[JCM]

If you need a gas tank my 85 came with a spare.

yeah i do i am gonna go to the salvage this weekend i need the whole cover for the air box.

[skot411]

Check out the video of the almost finished bike. The last thing I'm going to do is replaint the tank with some old school flames. Let me know what you think.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkcFju7RttM

[birdmfc]

I'm new to the site and yes I have been to the intro page, I'm going tomorrow to pick up a 2006 1100 and I can't wait!!!!

[bklim]

birdmfc,
Enjoy the new ride! I've had my used 2002 1100 Spirit for 2 years now and I've put over 8000 miles on it. (6000 this year). I've added a bunch of stuff and made custom 4" forward controls to fit my size better. The bike is great! Every time I think about another bike I remember how much fun I'm getting for the $2500 I bought my bike for! (Can't get near a Harley for that price)

[sirius astronomer]

Hey there fellow Shadow1100Riders.....glad to see you like your 2002; this cute noob just got herself a 2000 Spirit, and is lovin' it up here in Canada! Couldn't get it up here for no $2500 though - had it brought up from a dude who was visiting in Arkansas this past summer. Now it has to face its first Canadian winter! lol

[bklim]

Nice Bike! Being in upstate NY, our season is almost over also. I did just get out today (Sunday) with the warm weather. I'll ride until the ground starts to freeze.
From your picture, you'll need a bit more cold weather gear in Canada. I'm sure it works great for you in the summer!

[sirius astronomer]

Nice Bike! Being in upstate NY, our season is almost over also. I did just get out today (Sunday) with the warm weather. I'll ride until the ground starts to freeze.
From your picture, you'll need a bit more cold weather gear in Canada. I'm sure it works great for you in the summer!

Yep.....I do slip into the colder weather gear eventually....my BBF seems to want to discourage me from wearing too much protective gear - wonder about that! He says the girls in Sturgis wear even less when they ride!!