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return to riding

After a number of years away from riding i felt this bike was good choice for my return. I wasn't disappointed. I felt comfortable right from the start. Surprisingly, I have received many complements about the look of the bike. The overall performance of the bike is very good and I would recommend i...t to anybody looking for a cruiser of this size and performance. However, I have two areas of concern that I wish Honda would have taken a better look at. I would prefer a taller 5th gear. I always feel that the engine is screaming at 65. The other is to move the front foot pegs. I am constantly hitting them on the asphalt in a tight turn. Fix those and I will be a happy camper. Read Full Review

High Spirited

After 3 bikes over a about a 5 year period I was ready for something new and bigger. My first three were in the mid seventies and that gave me a lot of time to think. What I now wanted was a street bike that had more than my last 400 class dirt bike. I know, sounds crazy. Now that i'm in my late fi...fties I have the advantage of experience, perspective, knowing what I want and the means to get it.
After checking out my physically fitness for the sport. I locked on to this beautiful 2008 Honda Shadow Spirit 750 C2.The size was perfect for my 70 in,170 lb frame.
the seat height was perfect. No adjustments needed for the handlebars, brake, shifter,clutch or front brake. I gotta tell ya this baby was made for me. I've enjoyed my skills coming back. So naturally by taking it slow in the beginning and letting my skills guide me to higher performance on a gradual pace was the path of least resistance to safer riding.Maybe some will see me as an old geeze living out my former days of glory. and they would be right. And i'm lovin' every minute of it.
The handling is smooth and quick. The ride is comfortable and very enjoyable. The speed is there when I want or need it. The reliability of the name is satisfaction guaranteed.
I would recommend this Bike for any newcomer male or female or anyone wanting to start out medium and wanting to learn and grow in this motor-sport. Safe driving to you! Read Full Review

Fun Ride

I hadn't been on the street since my child was born several years ago. I felt like this bike would be a great choice for a mom who has slowed her pace a bit...my first cruiser. I have not been disappointed.



This bike is comfortable to ride and its low positioning makes for an almost effortless,... stable balance. It is very smooth, reliable and fun to ride. Maintenance basics are not a lot of work and I get lots of positive comments on its look - even from the die-hard Harley owners where I work.

The only issue I have is with the foot pegs.... very easy drag when in a tight turn. Read Full Review

Upgrade from my 250

Being only 5'3 and a woman I was looking for a bike that would accomodate my height and size. When looking I looked at several diferent bikesmakes and styles when I sat on this one. I was riding a rbel 250 prior to this and I am pleased with my choice and decession to purchase this bike. Read Full Review