The CB1100 Community Forum

(11-22-2020, 03:31 AM)LongRanger_imp Wrote: [ -> ]I’ve owned 4-5 bikes simultaneously for the past 25 years. When I sold my DLX to rickcb a few months ago, I had no intention of replacing it, primarily for health reasons. The CB was one of my all-time favorite bikes and it was bittersweet to see it go, but it was something that I felt I needed to do. Call it a wild hair. No regrets (yet) and I hope rick gets as much enjoyment from that jewel as I did.

Even though I knew I wouldn’t be able to replace the DLX, the gaping hole it left in my garage proved too tempting to not refill. So, despite my intention of permanently paring down the fleet, I succumbed to a ‘12 R1200R Classic. It takes on the weekend role that my DLX had held, but with its spoke wheels, Telelever, and shaft drive, I think it meets my needs a little better. The styling of the R12R is a bit polarizing (unlike the CB, which everyone seems to adore), but I really like it, plus it’s nearly 100 lbs. lighter than the DLX. For me, for now, that’s important.

May better health follow our changing ways LR.

I rented an R1200R when I went to Europe. Thought it was a nice bike. Considered the " Classic" when it was Introduced, but just couldn't bring myself to buy a BMW.

Glad you found a nice one. Still have the RT too?

Congrats "LR" on the bimmer.

How long? 6 digit mileage for sure. There will probably always be a second more practical bike in my garage. But that position will change hands over the years. The CB isn't going anywhere.

I still have the RT and the F800GT, so I’m back to three bikes. Just...can’t...stay...away...

I'd count that decision good news LR.

I like the look of the BMW.

I have a 2000 BMW R1100RT, with 100k mi. on it. I didn't put those on, bought it that way, for a very good price. Runs like a top, but it is heavy. I was looking for a hard bag, windshielded bike for touring, but I'm not touring like I had hoped, so I'll be putting it up for sale, probably sooner than later.

Forever.

I haven't posted recently....been way busy work-wise, and haven't been doing the forum thing. I have been riding though. I have 4 bikes (well really five counting the one that I keep in my daughter's garage in LA). I put roughly 15K on my bikes a year. 8K goes on the CB1100. 5K goes on the BMW RnineT, 1.5K goes on the Triumph Speedmaster, and 250 or so goes on both my old BMW R1200C (which only has 10K on the odo) and my Samurider decked out Yamaha SR400.

Of these, the last two that I'd get rid of are the Yamaha (I love tooling around the surface streets of LA on that thing...and I can't help but love the kick start) and the CB. And the CB will need my estate to figure out how to get rid of it.

I don't do a ton of long distance riding. Mostly commutes to the office and mainly in good weather, or fun weekend rides. Of all of these, the CB is the most fun.

I have always been as much of a fan of form as much as function. The CB1100 (particularly since I have replaced the tank, seats and side covers with the K10 treatment) delivers both more than any other bike.

I know it's goofy, and the flavor of the month, but I'm considering getting rid of the Triumph and replacing it with a new R18. I know it'll fall into the under 2K per year category, but I dig the different style.

In any case, the CB1100 will be the last bike I ever own. I'm getting longer in the tooth now (I'm 57), and I hear the concerns with the weight, but I've never had a hint of an issue with heft of the bike. It's super easy to shove around and control.

I'm looking for a Triumph Tiger too, trying for a test ride.

I'll own my 2014 CB1100 a long time. It really is a great bike... and I've owned quite a few in my 60 years. Overall quality is top notch for a fairly inexpensive bike (I purchased used). I get tons of compliments on my cafe racer inspired CB. Most people think it's a "new" bike Living in southern Arizona, I ride 365 days/year. I split my time between the CB and a 2018 KLR 650. It's nice having two completely different style of bikes to choose from each day depending on weather conditions, cargo, purpose, and mood.