About the Honda VT1100C3 Shadow Aero
For the 1998–2002 Shadow Aero, C3 is the useful model code. Some repair parts cover all five years; others finish earlier.
The 1100 Aero has its own identity
The VT1100C3 is the 1998–2002 Shadow Aero. Keep C3 in the parts search to distinguish it from the C2 ACE/Sabre and T Tourer, as well as other motorcycles carrying the Aero name.
Plan a 2002 repair with the right applications
The fork oil seal set, cap O-rings, rear pads and steel clutch plate below include 2002. The featured carburetor kit stops at 2001, and the two-piece dust-seal set at 2000. That makes a component-by-component list especially useful for the final Aero model year.
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Selected Shadow Aero parts by model year
| Part | Listed VT1100C3 years |
|---|---|
| 41 × 54 × 11 mm fork oil seal set | 1998–2002 |
| fork cap O-ring set | 1998–2002 |
| two-piece fork dust-seal set | 1998–2000 |
| rear brake pads | 1998–2002 |
| steel clutch plate | 1998–2002 |
| carburetor repair kit | 1998–2001 |
The year ranges describe these selected products. A missing year is unconfirmed for that product, even when another part includes it.
Know your modelAero model and component differences
1998–2002
VT1100C3 Shadow Aero
Use the complete C3 designation. An ACE or Sabre application under C2 is separate.
Fork service
Three different sealing parts
Oil seals retain fork oil, dust seals protect the fork entry, and O-rings seal the cap. Their listed years differ on the Aero.
Motorcycle and component detailsIdentify the Aero and its fitted assemblies
- Frame model: Record C3 and the model year from the motorcycle’s identification.
- Fork assembly: Compare the installed fork and old seal markings with the specified dimensions.
- Rear brake: Use the rear caliper and pad shape to resolve an uncertain pad match.