The Shitzu Vader is a streetfighter featured in The Ballad of Gay Tony, Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online.
Design
The Ballad of Gay Tony
The bike's overall design appears to be inspired by various Kawasaki naked bike models (which include the Versys, Ninja, Z-series and ER-6n), featuring a similar shaped body and seat layout. It also takes design cues from other standard bikes such as the Honda Hornet, Yamaha Fazer, and to a lesser extent, the KTM 200 Duke.
The Vader shares a similar profile and some of its details with the PCJ 600, but makes use of unique features to distinguish itself from the aforementioned bike. The front section features a large fender mounted on the fork legs, while the upper side has a small fairing with the frontal lamps and the small glass on top. The upper clamp/plate holds two independent handlebars with small chrome mirrors on either side and a small panel with analog dials on the centre. The main body is rather basic and features a large fuel tank with a seemingly straighter profile compared to the one on the PCJ 600, while the engine bay features a front radiator, four exhaust tubes running towards the lower side and a silver body frame. The rear section is mostly occupied by two black seats for the occupants, long frames holding the foot pegs for both the rider and the passenger, and a single red tail lamp on the end. The rear wheel is covered by a carbon-fibre mudguard and connected by a dual-sided swing-arm with a single suspension spring, with the chain drive and sprocket on the left side.
There are two variations of the Vader:
- The first one has side-mounted exhaust tubes and a black frame on the rear, holding the turn signals and the license plate.
- The second one has internally-mounted exhausts under the seat and no rear black frame.
The Vader spawns in a variety of primary colours applied on the front fender, fuel tank and rear section, as well as secondary colours applied on the rims. It uses the same wheel design as the PCJ 600, being three-spoke rims with medium-profile tyres, with the rear one being also wider.
Grand Theft Auto V and Online
The bike's initial design and influence remain identical to its previous iteration, albeit adding "Vader" markings on either side of the fuel tank, alongside a kanji. Again, the bike can spawn in the two variations listed above. In the enhanced version, the panel on the upper plate uses updated analog dials also used on the PCJ-600 and most sports bikes.
Colour distribution is a bit different, as the bike only has a primary colour for the front fender, fuel tank and rear section, while the rims use a dedicated wheel colour, which can be painted by selecting a custom rear wheel, applying a colour and change back to the stock wheel (as it won't reset to the default alloy color). It retains the same rim design and the wider rear tyre.
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Performance
The Ballad of Gay Tony
Acceleration and braking are average, but the top speed is impressive. The Vader does not handle as sharp as other bikes. However, thanks to its stability, this bike is more suitable for a long distance trip. It is also a great choice for those who does not want the heavy weight of a chopper-style motorcycle, as it is very lightweight. Its short wheelbase and height make it an easy bike for doing a wheelie.
The bike is powered by what seems to be a 4-cylinder engine, which is supported by the 4-2 exhaust manifold (4 into 2) seen on the bike. It has a high-revving and loud engine sound, derived from the PCJ 600.
TBoGT Overview
| Acceleration (0-60 mph in Seconds) |
Top Speed (mph / kmh) |
Gears | Engines | Drivetrain (FWD / RWD / AWD) |
Mass (kg / lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 96 / 154 | 5 | N/A | RWD | 240 / 529 |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | 5 | Inline-4 (In-game model) | RWD | Cannot be observed |
Grand Theft Auto V and Online
The Vader returns with minimal performance changes, other than a slightly-lowered curb weight of 230 kg, and tweaks to handling and turning cycles. The top speed remains the same, but its acceleration seems to be more responsive due to better traction; a result of the alterations to the handling system.
Again, the bike is powered by what seems to be a 4-cylinder engine, which is supported by the 4-2 exhaust manifold (4 into 2) seen on the bike. The engine noise is the same as the PCJ-600, appearing to be a high-pitched version of the one used in the Sanchez.
GTA V and Online Overview
| Acceleration (0-60 mph in Seconds) |
Top Speed (mph / kmh) |
Gears | Engine | Drivetrain (FWD / RWD / AWD) |
Mass (kg / lbs) |
Fuel Tank Size (litres) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 87 / 140 | 5 | N/A | RWD | 230 / 507 | 65 |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | 5 | Inline-4 (In-game model) | RWD | Cannot be observed | Cannot be observed |
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Grand Theft Auto V and Online
Modifications
Grand Theft Auto V and Online
| Category | Modification | Cost (GTA V) | Cost (GTA Online) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Armor | No Armor | $100 | $1,000 |
| Armor Upgrade 20% | $500 | $3,600 | |
| Armor Upgrade 40% | $1,250 | $6,000 | |
| Armor Upgrade 60% | $2,000 | $9,600 | |
| Armor Upgrade 80% | $3,500 | $16,800 | |
| Armor Upgrade 100% | $5,000 | $24,000 | |
| Brakes | Stock Brakes | $100 | $200 |
| Street Brakes | $2,000 | $4,000 | |
| Sport Brakes | $2,700 | $5,400 | |
| Race Brakes | $3,500 | $7,000 | |
| Engine | EMS Upgrade, Level 1 | $900 | $1,800 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 2 | $1,250 | $2,500 | |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 3 | $1,800 | $3,600 | |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 4 | $3,350 | $6,700 | |
| Explosives | Ignition Bomb | N/A | $5,000 |
| Remote Bomb | N/A | $7,500 | |
| Horns | Main article: Los Santos Customs/Horns | - | - |
| Lights | Stock Lights | $100 | $100 |
| Xenon Lights | $100 | $2,000 | |
| Loss/Theft Prevention | Tracker | N/A | $2,000 |
| Full Coverage | N/A | $1,125 | |
| Respray | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Respray Colors | - | - |
| Sell | Sell Vehicle | N/A | $900 |
| Transmission | Stock Transmission | $100 | $200 |
| Street Transmission | $2,950 | $5,900 | |
| Sports Transmission | $3,250 | $6,500 | |
| Race Transmission | $4,000 | $8,000 | |
| Turbo | None | $500 | $1,000 |
| Turbo Tuning | $2,500 | $24,000 | |
| Wheels | Main article Los Santos Customs/Wheels | - | - |
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Locations
The Ballad of Gay Tony
- The player can spawn the Vader via the cheat code: 625-555-3273.
- May also rarely spawn in parts of Algonquin and Alderney.
- Spawns in traffic in TBoGT multiplayer.
- Appears more frequently if the player is driving a Coquette or Super GT, especially around The Triangle and southern Alderney.
Grand Theft Auto V
- Available for purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $9,000.
- Sometimes found driving in Vinewood.
- Rarely found parked in Del Perro Beach.
- In the Property Management activity where the player must chase down the paparazzi, they will always be riding a Vader, which can be taken after the mission ends.
Grand Theft Auto Online
- Available for purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $9,000.
- No longer available in the enhanced versions of the game; removed from the website as part of the San Andreas Mercenaries update.
Radio Stations
- In The Ballad of Gay Tony, the default radio stations are grouped by genre. The Vader uses the "1970's Dance, Disco and Funk" group which plays K109 The Studio.
- In Grand Theft Auto V, the default radio stations are grouped by genre. The Vader uses the "Dance" group which can play:
- In Grand Theft Auto Online, the default radio stations are grouped by genre. The Vader uses the "Dance" group which can play:
- FlyLo FM
- Soulwax FM
- Los Santos Underground Radio (Enhanced Editions only. May not play due to a three station limit within the group)
- Music Locker Radio (Enhanced Editions only)
- Media Player (Enhanced Editions only. May not play due to a three station limit within the group)
Trivia
General
- Vader is Dutch for the word "Father".
The Ballad of Gay Tony
- The Vader has the highest top speed (100 mph/160km) of any bike available in TBoGT. [1]
See Also
- PCJ 600 – A sports motorcycle in the Grand Theft Auto series, sharing a similar design in the HD Universe.
- Akuma – Another streetfighter in The Ballad of Gay Tony and Grand Theft Auto V.
- Streetfighter – Another streetfighter in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories.