(03-30-2022, 01:43 AM)GoldOxide_imp Wrote: [ -> ]If we are here for the 75th anniversary, the celebration of the 1969 Honda CB750 might be something along the lines of "logging into a virtual/augmented room" where you can sit on a genuine artificially working replica where you can "safely ride" and experience all that was the CB fabric of yesteryear.
This would be like a museum-like experience since no gasoline powered lumps will be mounted on Honda motorcycles.
In any case, your great grandson will ask after finishing dinner,
" ... duh-dee, I would like to ride the CB. Cun I, ... pleaz?"
"Son, you've been in there all week. I am out of bitcoin. Sorry, you will have to wait until after my next payday. Maybe consider finishing your homework instead, yes?"
(03-29-2022, 09:51 PM)Cormanus_imp Wrote: [ -> ]The key words are, “to my mind”. Your opinion is that the 50th anniversary bike should have been a near replica. Broadly I agree, but Honda did not. Thank what ever deity you like for the upgraded frame, brakes, suspension and fuel injection, so why not go for an appearance more in line with modern conventions?
As I say, I wish Honda had gone with the original tank shape and a 4 into 4, but I still find the CB1100 attractive and am happy to own one. I’m also pleased you’ve done all that work, Bazbro, as the result is wonderful. I would never have done it.
Yes, you're right... these looks are all "in the eye of the beholder".
Irrespective, the CB1100 is an extremely attractive 'bike in whatever guise it appears.
A quick update...
A month ago, getting ready to re-do the wonky mudguard, I caught Covid...!
I've now had it for a month and have been under the doctor's care, it's been so bad. I'm slowly getting better, so I'm going out to the garage this afternoon, to make a start on the mudguard, take a few pics and ease myself back into the world.
I'd hoped to be riding by now, but not for a couple more weeks, I guess.
Hallo Barry , very sorry that you had /have Covid , did you get vaccinated ?
We are going to England in June for two weeks and I think that we do not need a test before flying .
I hope that soon you will be riding your beautiful CB 1100 . Good Luck in getting better.
Bummer on the Covid. For some reason it affects some people horribly and others barely know they have it. Probably a lot of people have had it and not known it.
Fingers crossed when your well and the bike is done I'll see you out and about round the 'Bay'
Take your time, Bazbro and let your body heal itself. Best wishes for a quick and strong recovery.
(04-26-2022, 11:43 PM)Houtman_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Hallo Barry , very sorry that you had /have Covid , did you get vaccinated ?
We are going to England in June for two weeks and I think that we do not need a test before flying .
I hope that soon you will be riding your beautiful CB 1100 . Good Luck in getting better.
Thanks. John.
Yes, vaccinated (twice) AND a booster. I had no reactions with any. But the real thing has slayed me. But Maggie caught it and she was fine-ish ( you know what women are like!
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We're off to France for three months later in the summer, but let me know your dates/places and we'll try to meet up.
(04-27-2022, 12:52 AM)Nachodaddy_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Take your time, Bazbro and let your body heal itself. Best wishes for a quick and strong recovery.
Thanks, NachoD.
(04-26-2022, 11:46 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Bummer on the Covid. For some reason it affects some people horribly and others barely know they have it. Probably a lot of people have had it and not known it.
Thanks Ferret. Yes, that's odd isnt it - kills some people and others had it without knowing it??
(04-27-2022, 12:47 AM)Banksy_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Fingers crossed when your well and the bike is done I'll see you out and about round the 'Bay'
That'd be really good, Banksy.
I'd hoped for the 'bike to be finished, taxed, tested and insured by 1st May, but it's going to be mid May now.
I was admiring some of your paintings round Brixham a while ago...!! "I'm gonna go nuts!"
Do you go to Paignton Bike Night?
Barry , we are going to be in England from June 9 till June 24 and for about 10 days we are staying in Cheltenham near the Cotswold , we would love to see you !
(04-27-2022, 06:50 AM)Houtman_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Barry , we are going to be in England from June 9 till June 24 and for about 10 days we are staying in Cheltenham near the Cotswold , we would love to see you !
It's in my diary now, John... It'd be good if I can get up there to you.
More contact closer to the time, eh?