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My Bikes Idle Won't Stay Consistent

by Bold Apps March 30, 2020

I got this question this last week: I am doing my ladies bike- which is a '94 600 dual carb, it has a rejet and stacks, the idle is high (goes up and down) and not consistent at the RPM it idles it. It will be fine then jump to 2500 to 3000, then might take it for a spin and might act fine or stay the same. How can I make my bikes idle stay consistent?

Posted in honda shadow DIY, idle problems, intake boot, rejet carb, RPM, VT600

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Can a Honda Shadow VLX600 Take a 5th Gear?

by Cash Lawless October 03, 2019

Ever wonder if you could get a 5th gear inside your Honda Shadow VLX600? Is it even possible? Is it advisable? We'll discuss in today’s blog post.

Posted in 250 rebel, 3rd gear, 4-speed, 4th gear, 5 speed, 5 speed transmission, 5th gear, big twin, honda rebel, honda shadow mod, motor, motorcycle transmission, rebel 250, transmission, unit construction motor, VLX, VLX600, VT600, VT750

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Should I Cut the Muffler off my Honda Shadow?

by Cash Lawless September 12, 2019

Today on the blog, we’re talking Honda Shadow mufflers and the pros and cons of cutting them off. Read on for all the details!

Posted in cut muffler, cutting exhaust pipes, cutting muffler, double wall exhaust, exhaust pipes, inner exhaust pipe, VT600, VT750

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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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How To Hide Ugly Underseat Wiring on Your Honda Shadow Bobber

by Cash Lawless August 14, 2019

Today on the blog we’re discussing the benefits of using a bolt-on electronics tank to clean up the underseat on your Honda Shadow bobber or chopper. Let’s get rid of that ugly wiring!

Posted in bolt-on, e-tank, electronics tank, hiding electronics, honda shadow VT600, ugly wiring, VLX600, VT600, VT750

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Hardtailing My Honda Shadow - Custom Frame or Kit?

by Cash Lawless August 09, 2019

Is it easier to hardtail a custom Honda Shadow frame or buy a kit? Today on the blog we'll discuss your options. Let's get started! - - - It’s...

Posted in 50% weld-on hardtail kit, custom, custom bike, custom frame, custom honda shadow, hardtail, hardtail kit, hardtail motorcycle, VT600

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

The BEST Mono Shocks for a Comfortable Ride - Honda Shadow VT600/VLX600

by Bold Apps May 14, 2019

"Help!!! My bike is killing my BACK!!!!! Can I upgrade the mono shocks on my VT600?"

Posted in adjustable shocks, hagon, mono shocks, rigid frame, stock suspension, upgrade shocks, VLX600, VT600, Vt600 stock suspension

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The EASIEST Way to Install a Toggle Switch on Honda Shadow

by Cash Lawless May 10, 2019

Let's get rid of that key switch. I'll show you how!

Posted in honda shadow DIY, honda shadow mod, honda shadow repair, key switch, toggle switch, VT600, VT750

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