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Do I Need AIS Block Off Plates on My Honda Shadow Build?

by Cash Lawless September 25, 2019

Today on the blog, we’re discussing AIS plates and how to tell if you need them on your Honda Shadow build. We’ll also cover the use and function of AIS plates for custom Honda Shadows.

Posted in AIS, AIS Block Off Plates, AIS plates, AIS removal, EPA, EPA crap, honda shadow, removing AIS

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Lining a Honda Shadow Gas Tank - THE BASICS

by Cash Lawless September 10, 2019

Today on the blog, we’re talking about gas tank liners for your Honda Shadow. Are they necessary? How’s it done? Which are the best brands? We’ll answer all these questions and more, so let’s dig in!

Posted in corroded gas tank, gas tank, gas tank liner, gas tank lining, honda shadow, lining a gas tank, Red-kote, rusted gas tank, rusted tank

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How Do I Hardtail a Drive Shaft Honda Shadow?

by Cash Lawless August 27, 2019

Today on the blog, we’re addressing a common question: is it possible to weld a hardtail onto the frame of a drive shaft Honda Shadow bobber? What would you do? Let's dig in!

Posted in drive shaft, hardtail, hardtail motorcycle, hardtailing, honda shadow, mono shock, mono strut, shaft drive, swingarm, VLX600, VT600, VT600 VLX

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Honda Shadow Fuel Issues and Float Valve Adjustment

by Cash Lawless July 30, 2019

If you're experiencing fuel issues or need help adjusting your float valve, you've come to the right place. Let's talk through it!

Posted in cleaning float, float needle, float seat, float valve, fuel in bottom end, fuel in crank case, fuel in cylinders, fuel issues, fuel leaking, honda shadow, OEM float valve, OEM Jets, top fixes for fuel issues, top fuel issues

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Relocating a Headlight on Honda Shadow - STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

by Cash Lawless July 01, 2019

Today on the blog we’re talking headlights—relocation, high vs. low beams, which wires to mess with and more. Let’s get to it! - - - Need help rel...

Posted in headlight, headlight adapter, headlight relocation, honda shadow, honda shadow VT600, Honda Shadow VT750, relocating a headlight, VT600, VT750

Big Bore Kits on Honda Shadows: What are my options?

by Cash Lawless June 26, 2019

Today on the blog, we’re exploring your options for adding a Big Bore Kit to your Honda Shadow. Is it possible? Is it advisable? What would TJ do???

Posted in big bore kit, big bore kit for Honda Shadow, bike mods, bike upgrades, custom bike, custom build, custom motorcycle parts, Honda Bobber, honda chopper, honda shadow, honda shadow DIY, honda shadow mod, honda shadow mods, honda shadow VT600, increase performance, motorcycle DIY, motorcycle mods, shadow bobber, shadow chopper, VT600

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Adding Sprockets & Adjusting Gear Ratio for Optimum Honda Shadow Performance

by Cash Lawless June 10, 2019

Will adding teeth to the rear sprocket calm down the RPM's on your Honda Shadow VT600? Yes, but there are tradeoffs! Why does the US version of the VLX only have 4 gears? Read this and learn!

Posted in bobber mod, chopper mod, gear ratio, Honda Bobber, honda shadow, honda shadow DIY, honda shadow mod, sprockets, stock sprockets, VT600, VT750

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Can I Install a BIGGER Motor on my Honda Shadow VT600?

by Cash Lawless May 21, 2019

So you want a BIG ASS motor...A customer writes, "I have a VT600 and I want to put a bigger motor in it." 98% of the time this is a TERRIBLE IDEA ...

Posted in bigger motor, Honda shadow, motor upgrade, new motor, replacement motor, VT600

Lithium Ion vs. Stock Battery, Regulator Rectifier and MORE! - Honda Shadow

by Cash Lawless May 15, 2019

Lithium ion vs. stock batteries: let's DISCUSS.

Posted in antigravity battery, battery swap, bobber, changing a motorcycle battery, chopper, custom bobber, custom chopper, Custom honda shadow, Custom motorcycle, custom motorcycle parts, Custom Shadow, honda shadow, honda shadow DIY, honda shadow mods, honda shadow repair, honda shadow upgrade, lithium ion battery, stock battery, VT1100

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How to Remove a Stock Air Box and Hose from Honda Shadow VT600 and VT750

by Cash Lawless May 06, 2019

What comes out first? TELL ME HOW TO DO IT!!!

Posted in airbox removal, bobber, bobber mod, chopper, chopper mod, custom motorcycle build, Honda Bobber, honda shadow, honda shadow VT600, honda shadow VT750, hose removal, how to video, jet kit, parts removal, stock airbox, velocity stacks, VT600, VT750

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5 Reasons Why the Backdraft Exhaust is the BEST Exhaust for Honda Bobbers

by Cash Lawless March 28, 2019

Not sure if a Backdraft Exhaust is what you need? IT IS!! And we've got 5 reasons for ya!

Posted in backdraft exhaust, bike upgrades, bobber, bobber exhaust, chopper, chopper exhaust, custom bike, custom bike build, custom parts, exhaust, Honda Bobber, honda chopper, honda shadow, motorcycle exhaust, motorcycle parts, shadow bobber, shadow chopper, Velocity Stack, VLX600, VT600, VT750

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Should I Cut The Muffler Off My Honda Shadow?? - PROS AND CONS (VIDEO)

by Cash Lawless March 19, 2019

Thinking about cutting the muffler off your VT600 or VT750??? Here are a few things to consider first.

Posted in bike mods, bike upgrade, custom bike, custom build, custom motorcycle parts, cut the muffler, exhaust pipes, Honda Bobber, honda chopper, honda shadow, honda shadow DIY, honda shadow mod, Honda Shadow VT750, motorcycle DIY, motorcycle mods, motorcycle upgrades, muffler, shadow bobber, shadow chopper, VT600, VT750

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