Honda Shadow 600 Bobber: the timeless

The modification of a motorcycle in bobber is a very popular thing about personalization lovers.

THE bobber, This is the return to the essentials of the motorcycle, the transformation of a motorcycle into a pure preparation. 

THE Honda Shadow is one of the ideal motorcycles for making a bobber. As we have seen, a type motorcycle custom is the best basics to make a bobber.

Shadow is a basis for attractive price with a VTWIN engine Incredible and a large possibility of personalization.

Our selection of the most beautiful shadow bobber

Finally, we made a selection of our favorite shadow bobber:

The Japanese Shadow Bobber of Lnspltblvd :

THE Shadow Bobber Rat's: 

We also like them Sport Bobbers like that of Voodoo custom cycles :

The Bobber very specific to the classic style:

How to prepare your Shadow in a bobber?

You should know that there are several aesthetic modifications that make a motorcycle, a bobber. As we saw in this article, a bobber has technical characteristics that define it.

We are going together how to transform a custom shadow into a bobber.

RemmTorcycle offers a selection of specially designed parts for Sadow 600.

Balloons tires

Balloons tires vintage Bring a touch to the style of the Bobber. 

Unfortunately, this will impact the handling of the motorcycle. We do not recommend this type of tire for those who roll every day with their shadow or often in the rain.

THE white sidewalls are also good taste on a shadow:

 You can find them in most tire sellers. 

The tank

The tank is an essential element of preparation in bobber. There is a wide variety of tank type.

Here are some models designed for Shadow 600: 

The model Peanut Basic is the most popular reservoir for a transformation of a shadow into a bobber.

Here is the result mounted on the Shadow :

This tank is also available already painted in red or black.

The tank SPECIAL has a fuel gauge on the right side as well as an outlet of petrol on the right side. It is therefore ideal to combine with a deported carburetor. This reduces the distance "tank - carburetor" and participates in the motorcycle look.

In a different style and with a higher capacity, here is a model of 14 liters Rather rounded with marked sides. It has more character than the original model. 

This allows you to have a different style because most bobbers Shadow have a peanut.

Here is a really original model, little Shadow Bobber has a tank of this type. It is really in the theme of the bobber and has the rounded style of tanks Wassell Peanut. 

The handlebars

One of the favorite handlebars of Bobber owners is the flat curved handlebars.

And here it is once mounted on a shadow:

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Handlebar Z-bar :

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Right handlebar:

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Handlebar Raubit Ears:

New 2024 for 600 Shadow, an ideal handlebar for making a Japanese bobber. 

The saddle

The solo type saddle is one of the essential elements of a bobber.

To install a solo saddle On a shadow, it is possible to modify the original frame to install the saddle. 

You can also use a saddle support of this type:

The solo saddle is to be chosen according to your tastes. There is a wide choice of models available, with horizontal, vertical, vertical or seamless, brown, black, white, red etc ...

Here is a selection of model:

Black solo saddle Couture diamond

Horizontal seams saddle

Remmotorcycle stools are handmade.

Remmotorcycle also offers tailor-made stools in order to have the one that suits you. 

Remote carburetor

 Here is a differentiating element that improves the Bobber look of your shadow: The 90 ° pipe and the carburetor for Shadow.

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Please note, this type of product requires an adjustment. We recommend assembly by a professional.

To go with this carburetor, it filter of the old car type provides a perfect look:

Ray rims

The shelves are the rims to use on a bobber. Which is already the case on a shadow. 

The rims used are generally in 16 inches. On a shadow, you can keep the rear rim in 15 inches and put a smaller rim to the front. 

To do this, it is possible to adapt a rim from another model, use a new 16 rim and adapt it or the most appropriate solution is to redo the shelving of the original rim.

Remmotorcycle will soon offer a 16 -inch rim for the front. 

The rigid framework

The next step is the modification of the framework softail by one hardship. That is, the modification of the original framework in rigid framework. 

THE Shadow specialist in the USA offers a set of 3 rooms to pass your shadow in Bobber:

The Springer fork

The Bobber final touch is the fork Springer. Its retro style transforms the motorcycle a lot and creates a unique bobber. 

It is available in a long version or in short version. She settles with the original rim without modification. 

A high version. aluminum range is now available. 

Remmotorcycle Bobber Kit

Remmotorcycle offers a complete kit for command to make a really special Bobber Shadow 600. The kit is made up of a Springer fork, a rigid frame with these motor supports, 2 16-inch rims with vintage 16-5.00 tires, crown and chain, aluminum footrests, a front and rear brake set, TRINGERIE for pedals. Round box, battery box.

Sites to find parts for Shadow Bobber

TJ brutal customs: He is the American VTX and Shadow 600 specialist. Many unique pieces specially designed for Shadow. 

Remmotorcycle.com : Has what unique pieces for Shadow as well as a choice of universal pieces to make a bobber. 

Honda Shadow 600 & 400 - Blue Collar Bobbers : It is a shop specializing in Bobber parts which offers a wide choice of parts and kits for Shadow 600. 

Honda custom motorcycles (chop-it.de) : Some interesting pieces for Shadow such as the rear mudguard.

Honda Shadow VLX600 - Bobbercycle : The rear fender kit is part of their room which stands out.

Shadow Bobber preparers

There are several preparers specializing in achievements on Shadow.

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Honda Shadow Bobber (@vlx.bobber) 

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 Deathwish Bobbers (@deathwishbobbers)

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 Davey Jones (@daveee_jones)

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How much does a Shadow Bobber cost? 

The price will depend on Basic model used, of the Modifications made, of the Parts installed and who Make the preparation. 

So a simple bobber can be made with 3000€ If we acquire a base at 2000 € and make the installation of the parts and the modifications yourself. 

A complete model made by a professional trainer can go up to 7000-9000€.

Mount your bobber yourself or buy an already done model? 

It depends on these desires and skills, the advantage of achieving your bobber is evenhave a bobber in our image, that we imagined and that we have the pride of achieving.

The limits of this option are our mechanical skills, THE time required and the cost.

Buy a bobber already made a good option to save time And energy and can be cheaper than realizing it is even.

The most difficult will be to find a bobber suitable for your tastes.

Here are some examples of bobbers prepared for sale: 

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Nice preparation sold at a price of € 4,950.

Here is another wiser model:

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Of course, even if you buy an already transformed shadow, you can complete or modify the preparation.

Where to find inspiration?

In order to find ideas for your Shadow Bobber, there are special intagram pages for bobbers on Shadow

French -speaking pages:

 600 shadow bobber france (@600_shadow_bobber_france_)

 Shadow Owner Group (@old_sog_france)

International pages: 

 𝙷𝚘𝚗𝚍𝚊 𝚂𝚑𝚊𝚍𝚘𝚠 (@hondashadow_600)

Honda Bobbers, thats Why! 🇯🇵 (@shadowbobber)

You will also find your happiness on Pinterest.

We invite you to follow in progress preparations on Shadow in order to motivate you, to have tips and ideas during your prep. 

Here is Friedrick's Instagram page in line to prepare a bobber: Thorsteinn_custom_

 @vlx.bobber An American who has already prepared a first bobber and who is mounting his second: 

On YouTube, here is a complete preparation made by Do it with dan: 

Here is also a timelapse of chopper / bobber specialists Lnspltblvd:

You can also follow bobberpsycho A YouTubeur who has a Shadow Bobber. 

Where to find help to prepare your bobber? 

Facebook groups work well and you will find advice and answers to your questions.

600 Shadow Bobber France (Instagram @600_shadow_bobber_france) | Facebook

Honda 600 Shadow Bobber Chopper Custom France | Facebook

Forums are also a good source of information:

For English speakers:

Honda Shadow Forums

Are you trying to prepare a Shadow in Bobber?

In what style do you want to prepare it?