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The 1984 Honda VT500 Shadow and 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane represent two chapters in Honda's storied history.
The 1984 Honda VT500 Shadow from Japan was powered by a 491cc OHV V-twin producing 48hp at 8500rpm. Weighing 190.0kg (419 lbs) and with a seat height of 730mm, it was aimed at cruiser riders.
The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane by contrast offered 598cc of DOHC inline-4 power, delivering 85hp at 11000rpm. Tipping the scales at 182.0kg (401 lbs) with a top speed of 225km/h (140 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
The 1984 Honda VT500 Shadow from Japan was powered by a 491cc OHV V-twin producing 48hp at 8500rpm. Weighing 190.0kg (419 lbs) and with a seat height of 730mm, it was aimed at cruiser riders.
The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane by contrast offered 598cc of DOHC inline-4 power, delivering 85hp at 11000rpm. Tipping the scales at 182.0kg (401 lbs) with a top speed of 225km/h (140 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
Specifications Comparison
| 1984 Honda VT500 Shadow | 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 491 cc | 598 cc |
| Power | 48 hp | 85 hp |
| Torque | 39.0 Nm | 54.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 225 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 190.0 kg | 182.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 208.0 kg | 198.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 730 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.0 L | 16.0 L |
| Gears | 5 -speed | 6 -speed |
The Verdict
Comparing these two Honda machines reveals the brand's evolution. The 1984 Honda VT500 Shadow laid the groundwork with 48hp, while the later 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane pushed output to 85hp. From a collector's perspective, the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane holds the edge with a 5/10 rating. Either way, both are worthy additions to any Honda collection.
About the 1984 Honda VT500 Shadow
The 1984 1984 Honda VT500 Shadow packs a 491cc OHV V-twin engine with 48hp into a cruiser package from Honda.
Full 1984 Honda VT500 Shadow Profile →About the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane
A sport bike from 1987, the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane delivers 85hp from its 598cc DOHC inline-4 engine.
Full 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane Profile →