“If you think about what a retro bike should look like, the Honda CB1100 is what I have in mind.” Marisa McInturf

I enjoy Andy’s work on YouTube, as do 285,000+ other viewers.

He definitely showed some love for the CB1100. This a great video to watch for anyone considering purchasing a 2014 CB1100.

The review has had over 228,000 views on YouTube. The reviewer admits that he is delightfully perplexed by just how much he likes the CB1100 and the things Honda did to create this marvelous machine.

I just took the SW-MOTECH Crash Bars off the CB I bought last summer.  They are in like-new condition so I assume somebody might like to make a deal on them.  

The kit would normally come with engine hanger bolts that are 5mm longer than stock.  Problem is I cannot include them (yet) because I do not have original bolts.  The Honda parts counter here wants about $10 each for them and they would be here in less than a week.

So if anyone wants the bars right now, as-is, I would sell for $100 plus shipping.  If you want me to include the SW-MOTECH engine hanger bolts then I might need a couple extra days until I can get them replaced with Honda parts and then I would ask $125.

Let me know if you are interested.

I've never gotten over 50mpg, the norm for me is around 45.  

Of late, with no significant changes other than weather, it seems I'm getting 38-39.  I don't check that often, I just do a quick mental calculation while filling and if it's above 43 I don't think much about it.  What are some reasons for a noticeable difference?  I keep the tires inflated at 36/42.  The valves were checked once at 14k miles, in spec, at which time the spark plugs were replaced.  Currently it has 31k.  Starting is normal.  I don't detect any drag on brakes.  Thoughts?

I recently went on the prowl for an armoured riding shirt and a light summer jacket. Because I view these purchases as life-long investments, I made a nerdy, must-have list:

• A CE AA-rating for the whole garment, not just the protective armour
  
• Kevlar lining for enhanced abrasion protection
  
• Compatibility with the two airbag vests that I own
  
• Zipped vents that enable me to control airflow
  
• A securable belt loop
  
• Double stitching for the main seams
  
• Proper fasteners that will not scratch or damage my motorcycle
  
• A comfortable fit that I can adjust based on layering
  
• Something understated that complements the CB1100 aesthetic
  
• Something that I could wear in a public setting and not look like a Power Ranger
  
• Workmanship that will last longer than me
  

   
Fitment nearly complete , exceptional quality and at 5 kilos very light    

You guys are my true riding buddies and my closest group of motorcycle related friends. We share a lot here, and as I stand on the precipice of a life  change, I can’t think of another group of guys I’d want to share it with.

I’ve shared a bit that my job isn’t the most satisfying thing I’ve ever done. In fact it’s been very trying. I’ve been in the automotive performance and racing market for 30 years as of 2026. After a race event company I called home for 20 years shut down at the end of ‘24, I’ve been at a job that started out ok but has morphed into something I simply do not like. A month ago when my pay was cut substantially, I decided it was time to move.

Mrs. G has watched my transformation into someone who’s become downright unpleasant to be around. She has told me that at this point in my life, I need to do something I just love despite the salary. And I love motorcycles so it has to be a motorcycle related job.

I revved up my resume, updated my LinkedIn, etc, and reached out to my limited contacts in the motorcycle community. A few times a day, I type “motorcycle” in the search bars on every job hunting app there is.

I got one hit a month ago for a company that does time-critical medical deliveries by motorcycle. Sounded kind of cool. I got a reply that they wanted to do a video interview. Huh.

It went really well. The owner explained that he ran a very successful air charter business, loved motorcycles and wanted to combine motorcycles and deliveries in a unique market that wasn’t being serviced. Critical medical deliveries like blood need to be delivered around the traffic-choked Southern California area frequently but cars sit in traffic, an unless it’s Brad Pitt or the Pope, a helicopter is too expensive.

Why not motorcycles? And done in a way that is bonded and secured meeting all medical requirements. It sounded fascinating. I was drawn to the guy’s vision instantly. Not once was I asked about my resume or why I wanted to leave my job. The question was simply “Tell me why you love motorcycles.”

It is a startup in planning phase but we’ll contact you when we’re ready to launch. Ok. Sounds cool, good luck, probably never hear from them again.

On Thursday his name popped up on my phone. We just did our soft launch and it’s ramping up very quickly. Are you still on board? Holy crap. 

I’m submitting my resignation tomorrow morning. Two weeks from now I will be piloting a 2016 former Santa Monica Police BMW RTP painted up like a European emergency response bike in day-glow yellow with the word BLOOD on the windshield. I’m about to do hours of HIPAA and OSHA medical material handling and chain of custody training.

I’ll be the first full time staff rider.
The plan is that as the company grows we’ll take on more bikes and riders and I’ll vet and train the riders and manage the fleet. 

Or it will crash and burn, I’ll have a cool story to tell, and I’ll be looking for a job. But there is no way on earth I’m  going to let the opportunity slip by.

MOTO-Med.com

2014 Honda CB1100E 
Mileage: 3,755

Only add-ons are SW Motech crash bars
Always garage stored
Tires 3 years old, battery 2 years old

Located in Marion, Iowa (suburb of Cedar Rapids, IA)

Asking $5,000 certified check or cash

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Been waiting to get the "bare minimum" installed before riding OHV trails: handguards, handlebar and grips, adjustable mirror, skid plate, lower pegs and side rack.  I also had a welder strengthen the subframe, but that's for whether I put any weight on the tailrack which I haven't installed yet.  Right around 39-40 degrees.  Lots of rain of late, so lots of puddles and mud.  Only about 20 miles of offroad trails and FS roads, but a very fun couple of hours.









I've been coming to this area for about 15 years.  I'd say this has happened about half a dozen times.  Totally preventable, as I slowed too much, put foot down, slippery! and down!  But the side rack and hand guards did what they're designed to do, no damage to bike


Found a new to me road and wanted to take it deep into the woods, but my toes and fingers were getting numb.  Only 275 miles on the bike, but I'm hopeful for several camping trips this spring and summer.