The CB1100 Community Forum

Good news Undecider, and nice write up too.

Have you considered switching to forward controls to alleviate wrong angle of hips/legs? Don't remember where, probably samurider or Japan web bike, but I'm pretty sure I came across a front control conversion for our bikes somewhere...

(08-25-2015, 12:57 PM)blackened\'14_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Have you considered switching to forward controls to alleviate wrong angle of hips/legs? Don't remember where, probably samurider or Japan web bike, but I'm pretty sure I came across a front control conversion for our bikes somewhere...

I haven't seen forward controls for the CB. Seems like it would be awkward trying to shift and break with your legs splayed out around that wide 4 cylinder. On a v-twin, it is narrow enough to work. Nevertheless, I'm not a cruiser guy and don't feel comfortable in that feet forward position. It hurts my lower back, particularly without any sort of back support. Also, I like being able to use my legs to unweighted myself grom the saddle or to move around while going over bumps or through corners.

The adjustable pegs really helped with the hip discomfort. Sometimes, I get some lower back soreness. It seems to follow how my back feels in general which has a lot to do with how I sleep. My new mattress I bought in January just isn't giving me enough supports. Place where I bought it has a 1 year comfort exchange. My new mattress is being delivered this Saturday. I am hopeful this will help me out with my back pain. To be honest, I need to work off 30-40 lbs I've gained over the last couple years and that will improve my back and hip issues significantly.

best of luck to you. I had back surgery @ 30 & understand the discomfort. For what it's worth, I do my physical therapy exercises every morning before my coffee & it helps me get through the day. Cheers

(06-19-2015, 01:13 AM)DGShannon_imp Wrote: [ -> ]

(06-01-2015, 10:21 PM)Ack-CB11_imp Wrote: [ -> ]If I was taller,
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I just don't get all these bird beak bikes. First off, with the lower fender, the beak just doesn't seem to fulfill any purpose. And, as a styling exercise, I find them to be utt bugly.

I just don't get all these bird beak bikes. First off, with the lower fender, the beak just doesn't seem to fulfill any purpose. And, as a styling exercise, I find them to be utt bugly.
I whole-heartedly agree! My brother-in-law has one of those and he thinks it's the "cat's meow". I see no real shape or form. Looks kinda Frankenstein-ish to me. To each his own I guess.

(08-26-2015, 12:44 AM)Rebel73_imp Wrote: [ -> ]

(06-19-2015, 01:13 AM)DGShannon_imp Wrote: [ -> ]

(06-01-2015, 10:21 PM)Ack-CB11_imp Wrote: [ -> ]If I was taller,
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I just don't get all these bird beak bikes. First off, with the lower fender, the beak just doesn't seem to fulfill any purpose. And, as a styling exercise, I find them to be utt bugly.

I just don't get all these bird beak bikes. First off, with the lower fender, the beak just doesn't seem to fulfill any purpose. And, as a styling exercise, I find them to be utt bugly.
I whole-heartedly agree! My brother-in-law has one of those and he thinks it's the "cat's meow". I see no real shape or form. Looks kinda Frankenstein-ish to me. To each his own I guess.

I just don't get all these bird beak bikes. First off, with the lower fender, the beak just doesn't seem to fulfill any purpose. And, as a styling exercise, I find them to be utt bugly.
I whole-heartedly agree! My brother-in-law has one of those and he thinks it's the "cat's meow". I see no real shape or form. Looks kinda Frankenstein-ish to me. To each his own I guess.
I LOVE the looks of the CB but even at a short 5'7", IMHO it's a cozy riding position. I don't know how tall guys do it. I am looking at taller saddles, lower pegs, ROX risers and longer brake lines to make things better, but at the same time, I don't want to ruin the bikes classic lines.
I'm with your BIL...I too have been spoiled by the La-Z-Boy seating of the "Built for 6'3" tall Germans" GS! I was able to do 12-15 hour days back to back for over a week in June with no trouble at all. The beauty of the GS is it's "CAN DO! Do it all" attitude.

My understanding is that the beak actually creates down force on the front end to keep it stable at speed.

I probably would like the GS if I rode one. That's why I haven't. I can't afford one. If money were no object, I probably would have a BMW GS, KTM 1290 Super Adventure, or Ducati Multistrada. I like my V-strom 650 other than its slight lack of power. As long as I keep the CB ss my fast bike, I'll be happy with the V-strom. Both are paid for...pretty much decided I'm just gonna keep what I got until something comes along I can't do without.