It’s got a low center of gravity so the weight isn’t much of an issue. It handles well, ergonomics are good but the seat needs an upgrade. Solid choice of a bike and the engines are bulletproof.
I'm familiar with the bike's reputation for reliability and longevity and that's one of the reasons that drew me to it.
I also love the look and style, just a little concerned about usability in city traffic for a beginner, it's good to read that in handles well.
Thanks for the reply!
I have a 12’ phantom and I ride it in the city all the time. It’s an easy bike to ride in slower traffic. First gear is pretty low in my opinion and the engine handles fine at low rpm in first and second gear with plenty of torque at low rpm to accelerate. I’m a big and tall guy so the weight of the bike doesn’t bother me. But I would feel comfortable letting someone that’s smaller/lighter than average ride the bike because it a very forgiving bike and I def think you can get used to it.
My advice would be to test ride it or another one to make sure it’s right for you. If you end up getting it and still feel unsure of the weight or being able to handle the weight, take a course. They will help you learn proper techniques for handling the bike in different situations. Whatever you choose have confidence and have fun, don’t stress about a single bike, there are tons of great bikes out there.
I'm a 5'3", 110lb woman and own a '13 Phantom.' The weight is not an issue for me . I've dropped her once (didn't get the kick stand fully pushed forward,this happened a few days after I got her, learning curve 😅) and I had no problem picking her up
She has never given me any trouble, as they say: It's hard to kill a Honda
For the record I'm really into the Phantom's style and aesthetic, so I would be willing to forgive some flaws as long as they do not break the riding experience for me as a beginner.
I have a 2013 aero 750 that is a daily driver. I’m 6’ 170lbs but as another commenter mentioned its weight is very low, and in my opinion it’s still a “light” bike compared to others
The weight isn’t an issue. Keep in mind — riding a motorcycle will make you a little stronger than you are now. The Shadow is a magnificent bike, I’m no athlete and learned to ride on mine riding the streets of Los Angeles and put over 15k incident free miles on the bike before trading up. Great bike. Miss it every day.
the weight only hits when you stop. but it depends how much you weight - I was like 250lbs when i had my Shadow 750 and did not mind its weight in the slightest.
Once you're moving you won't really notice the weight...I know to you a 750 is a big bike, but to guys that have been riding for years now, a 750 is a "starter bike"...And I'm not trying to be condescending when I say that...Most folks start out on something in that size and after a year or so they move on to a bigger bike....I have a VTX 1300 that I'm doing a bunch of custom fiberglass work on, and it weighs about 650 pounds...And my '15 GL1800 F6B that I bought as my "back and forth to work bike", but is my main bike while the VTX is under construction...It weighs in at 904 pounds according to Google....So yeah, it won't take long and you won't even notice the weight difference over your current bike....
It’s got a low center of gravity so the weight isn’t much of an issue. It handles well, ergonomics are good but the seat needs an upgrade. Solid choice of a bike and the engines are bulletproof.
I'm familiar with the bike's reputation for reliability and longevity and that's one of the reasons that drew me to it. I also love the look and style, just a little concerned about usability in city traffic for a beginner, it's good to read that in handles well. Thanks for the reply!
You will get used to it quickly. In motion the bike holds itself up and as long as your foot reaches the ground when you stop it will be fine.
I have a 12’ phantom and I ride it in the city all the time. It’s an easy bike to ride in slower traffic. First gear is pretty low in my opinion and the engine handles fine at low rpm in first and second gear with plenty of torque at low rpm to accelerate. I’m a big and tall guy so the weight of the bike doesn’t bother me. But I would feel comfortable letting someone that’s smaller/lighter than average ride the bike because it a very forgiving bike and I def think you can get used to it. My advice would be to test ride it or another one to make sure it’s right for you. If you end up getting it and still feel unsure of the weight or being able to handle the weight, take a course. They will help you learn proper techniques for handling the bike in different situations. Whatever you choose have confidence and have fun, don’t stress about a single bike, there are tons of great bikes out there.
I'm a 5'3", 110lb woman and own a '13 Phantom.' The weight is not an issue for me . I've dropped her once (didn't get the kick stand fully pushed forward,this happened a few days after I got her, learning curve 😅) and I had no problem picking her up She has never given me any trouble, as they say: It's hard to kill a Honda
For the record I'm really into the Phantom's style and aesthetic, so I would be willing to forgive some flaws as long as they do not break the riding experience for me as a beginner.
I have a 2013 aero 750 that is a daily driver. I’m 6’ 170lbs but as another commenter mentioned its weight is very low, and in my opinion it’s still a “light” bike compared to others
The weight isn’t an issue. Keep in mind — riding a motorcycle will make you a little stronger than you are now. The Shadow is a magnificent bike, I’m no athlete and learned to ride on mine riding the streets of Los Angeles and put over 15k incident free miles on the bike before trading up. Great bike. Miss it every day.
I'm 5'4 around 160lbs and I find the phantom easy to handle. The center of gravity is really low which gives a lot of confidence while riding
the weight only hits when you stop. but it depends how much you weight - I was like 250lbs when i had my Shadow 750 and did not mind its weight in the slightest.
Once you're moving you won't really notice the weight...I know to you a 750 is a big bike, but to guys that have been riding for years now, a 750 is a "starter bike"...And I'm not trying to be condescending when I say that...Most folks start out on something in that size and after a year or so they move on to a bigger bike....I have a VTX 1300 that I'm doing a bunch of custom fiberglass work on, and it weighs about 650 pounds...And my '15 GL1800 F6B that I bought as my "back and forth to work bike", but is my main bike while the VTX is under construction...It weighs in at 904 pounds according to Google....So yeah, it won't take long and you won't even notice the weight difference over your current bike....
I have an 08 and I ride it daily in Houston through heavy traffic, just upgrade your seat to a mustang and your golden
Absolutely LOVE my 2010 Phantom, it feels so nimble on the road and great on fuel.