The CB1100 Community Forum

(03-10-2026, 08:03 PM)Gone in 60 Wrote: [ -> ]Got home from a delivery run in the early afternoon

You are making the world a better place, Gn6. Thank you.

I am a confident rider, but I must admit that Big Yellow BMW looks intimidating.

Congrats on your new job, Gone! Be safe!

Boss: Don't get used to the bike.
Gone: Already named her Berta.

(03-10-2026, 08:03 PM)Gone in 60 Wrote: [ -> ]My boss asked me to put my thoughts down so we can form a procedure manual for riders as we bring more people on board.

My first thought is, keep it as clear and concise as possible.  Inevitably it will grow over time and become increasingly constraining, so don't kill the honeymoon phase too early.  I love the high-vis bike and wish you and the company the best.

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(03-10-2026, 08:03 PM)Gone in 60 Wrote: [ -> ]I thought the CB1100 felt nimble after riding the big yellow machine... with all of its weight way down low, the NC750X feels like a large bicycle in comparison, especially when moving it around in the garage.

Has the boss considered whether blood delivery really requires such a large bike?  It certainly has presence on the road in that size and color, but I wonder if a bike half the size might do just as well.

(03-11-2026, 08:11 AM)Lunchbag Wrote: [ -> ]

(03-10-2026, 08:03 PM)Gone in 60 Wrote: [ -> ]My boss asked me to put my thoughts down so we can form a procedure manual for riders as we bring more people on board.

My first thought is, keep it as clear and concise as possible.  Inevitably it will grow over time and become increasingly constraining, so don't kill the honeymoon phase too early.  I love the high-vis bike and wish you and the company the best.

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(03-10-2026, 08:03 PM)Gone in 60 Wrote: [ -> ]I thought the CB1100 felt nimble after riding the big yellow machine... with all of its weight way down low, the NC750X feels like a large bicycle in comparison, especially when moving it around in the garage.

Has the boss considered whether blood delivery really requires such a large bike?  It certainly has presence on the road in that size and color, but I wonder if a bike half the size might do just as well.

Thanks, Lunchbag. As for the procedure manual, both the boss and I are "checklist people". I like to work with procedures and enjoy coming up with lists like this. The boss is a pilot... his version is very granular. "Put key in." We'll no doubt come up with something that makes the most sense.

As for the BMW, I see the reason. Every other word the boss utters is "safety on the road." The BMW RTP was made to ply through heavy traffic and get noticed doing it. I'm enjoying the tall riding position. It's covered in crash bars. If the bike tipped over, no part of the engine or bodywork would touch the ground. Also, it can carry a lot of stuff. The huge Pelican box on the back carries the medical samples, but we're also required to carry HAZMAT cleanup gear. There's no reason why anything should spill, but if it does, we're carrying cleanup supplies, goggles, gloves, etc. There's also paperwork, other stuff, and a little room leftover for me to pack a lunch and layers of clothing to add or shed during the day as temps get warmer or colder. This bike is made to carry a lot of stuff.

Comfort is also a big factor. The RTP is made to be ridden all day. I logged nearly 200 miles yesterday, and when I got home, I wasn't fatigued in the least. First thing I did was jump on one of my bikes and head to a park to work on my computer. 

The RTPs are fairly bulletproof, albeit with BMW's over-complicated electronics, and used police bikes are pretty cheap. The livery decal kits that are made in Europe are pre-cut for the BMW, and that's the look the boss is going for. 

Plus, heck, he just loves BMWs. His daily commuter to his office is a GSA. 

I'm not complaining!

Today was a special day for my little red Hooligan...
I installed a Guardian Angel bell that protects the rider and the bike from everything, including all speeding tickets and getting home safely in one piece!
My dlx is getting one as well.

Peter, was the bell a gift? It should be given for the juju to really work well.

If not, maybe give it to someone, and have them give it back to you, maybe with a bit of a flourish.

That might trick the gremlins.

(03-11-2026, 11:32 AM)peterbaron Wrote: [ -> ]Today was a special day for my little red Hooligan...
I installed a Guardian Angel bell that protects the rider and the bike from everything, including all speeding tickets and getting home safely in one piece!

Now I was told that for a guardian bell to be effective it had to be given and attached by someone else?

Oops I see Gone beat me to it.

Conditions are met...it was a gift from my wife

Perfect! Good juju you will enjoy!

Mrs. G asked if it would be appropriate to give me a bell for the company bike. I said of course!

(03-11-2026, 11:32 AM)peterbaron Wrote: [ -> ]...I installed a Guardian Angel bell that protects the rider and the bike from everything, including all speeding tickets and getting home safely in one piece!...

Ah, so you are coming out to Oregon for a visit?