I'm getting ready for a 4 day trip to Eureka springs, have just about 500 miles on the bike and am wondering what the minimum set of tools or repair items I should take should be. They'll likely need to fit in a medium tank bag along with my wallet and other crap like that. Any input is appreciated!

I am brand new to this forum, so this question may have been asked and answered, I have had my cb since Feb, I love it. I can't find any information on it's quarter mile times does anyone know?

The CB1100 Forum is long overdue for a true confessions thread.

Airing your (motorcycling) dirty laundry in public is good for the soul. Unburdening yourself is freeing and empowering. After telling all you'll be shifting above 4k rpms, grinding those 2" chicken strips off your tires, maybe even floating the front tire when you think no one else is watching!

This is NOT the place to mutter about accidents or mistakes, what we're talking here is that thing you do on purpose even though you hope know one else ever finds out about it.

This is your opportunity to lose the shame of doing you-know-what, that thing you do in spite of the last 3 new year's resolutions.

Just remember, we're laughing at you, not with you!

(motorcycling related only - not that letter you always wanted to write to Penthouse)
I’ll go first.

You know those little rubber thingies that stick out all over new tires, even though they used to not? They’re called tire quills and the tire makers leave them on because people think “new tire” when they see them.

Except for me. I hate those things. My rear tire had 328 of them, not sure how many the front had because I got tired of counting.

That’s right, “had” because the other night when it was raining I used a sharp pair of wire cutters to cut them all off. Really cleaned up the bike!




Okay, I confess ... it wasn't raining. OKAY?

I was struck by the custom Ryujin CB1100s that were first linked here on CB1100 Forum a few weeks ago. As many of you know, there are at least a few avenues in which a CB1100 customization project can travel. Many have attempted to capture the look of the famous CB750 of the 1970s. Rather than further pursue the retro look, all my modifications have been performance related (Type II handlebars, Staintune exhaust, PowerCommander V, Moriwaki skid pads, Ohlins rear shocks, and Superbrace). I am a conservative rider, and the CB1100 is my first motorcycle. However, in those moments when I pull off the line quickly, I found the stock seat too flat, and have always wanted a bit of seat cushion to assure me that I won't slide off the bike. I will likely never ride "two up". Enter the Ryujin seat. Rather than contact Ryujin directly and deal with the possible language barrier, I contacted Mr. Takahashi of Samurider.com, as I previously found his level of service and comminication highly satisfactory. This is my third purchase from Samurider and I give them another "highest approval rating" for service and communication. I asked Takahashi to contact Ryujin and commission the pictured seat using a US stock seat as the starting point (i.e., emphasizing that I am a taller rider) and requested that the seat feature silver piping and embroidery. I didn't go into any further detail with Takahashi and while I waited for delivery, I was quite concerned that the ultimate result wouldn't have sufficient lip at the rear. Upon receipt of the finished product, I was pleasantly surprised with proportion of the lip and so satisfied with the seat that I feel compelled to share this option with any interested forum members. The seat feels firmer than the stock seat and, in my opinon, it provides somewhat better feel to the rider regarding what the bike is doing. I am not a highway rider, and find myself riding almost exclusively canyon roads of Southern California and the Pacific Coast Highway...this may affect my seat preference.

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I couldn't believe it, but Chaparral Motorsports in San Bernardino has got a leftover 2013 model that they're advertising for only $6995.00!
Just thought I'd pass it on in case anyone was in the market -

Since there seems to be so much debate/opinion/pluses/minuses over fairings for these bikes, I thought I'd toss my two cents in here, being that I just got this fairing and put some miles in with it over the weekend.
I have to say that I'm not really a fairing fan on "naked" bikes, but I think I'm going to be putting more long-ish rides in on this bike, and I figured that putting something on it to break the wind could be a really good idea. Being detachable/quick release was a necessity, because I really have no interest in leaving it on full time, especially since 90% of my riding is through local canyon and mountain roads.
I looked at all of them mentioned on the forum - thanks to all of you guys for your write-ups and recommendations - and as much as I dislike big clunky aftermarket pieces, I thought that if I was going to do this, I might as well "go big" and make it worthwhile...hence my choice.
The Street Shield EX is pretty big, and is, in fact, even larger than the standard Street Shield. It's also VERY easily removable, like in literally less than 60 seconds. It took a while to do the first install, but that's mostly just doing fine adjustments to make sure it's on straight, not rubbing anywhere, at the right rake, etc. If you've ever had an aftermarket fairing before, you know the drill.
From the moment I pulled away on the first ride, I was amazed at the coverage it gives. It only gets better as you move faster - and I rode city streets, some canyon roads, and spent some time on the freeway. It's definitely the best coverage fairing of its kind I've ever used. In fact, it's almost like being in a vacuum - being as warm as it's been here lately, it got uncomfortably warm fast; there was literally no cooling wind hitting me anywhere. Surprisingly air-efficient - great feature if it's cold, or you're moving along at freeway+ speeds obviously, but being an ATTGATT guy, it made my run like being wrapped in Saran Wrap.
At 75 or so on the freeway, I felt a little buffeting; I'm guessing the air was only hitting the top of my head, because it wasn't bad at all, but I thought I'd mention it.
The really weird thing is the noise. If you've ever surfed, and gone "over the falls", where you're being churned around under water like you're in a washing machine, that's about what it sounds like. At almost all speeds. It was probably even more noticeable because my Shoei helmet is nearly whisper quiet, which is what I'm used to when riding - quiet. But I couldn't hear either the engine or exhaust, which is a really odd effect. After years of shifting "by ear", instead of having to watch the tach, I was really thrown off. I finally used the vibes coming through the grips, rather than continually monitoring the tach, but it made for a bizarre experience, at least for me. Since I felt no air buffeting on me anywhere, it shouldn't have been from air hitting my helmet. I can only assume that it was caused by airflow around the fairing and over me? I don't know if adjusting the rake will help, but I'll have to play around with it a little and see if any improvements can be made. Anyway, I'll have to decide if I can live with it. YMMV...
If you missed my other thread about my recent mods, here's some pics:
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Hey everyone,

I'm looking to install a set of SW-Motech crash bars on my CB1100, but I don't have the Honda service manual. Can someone tell me what the torque specifications are for the 4 upper engine mounting bolts? (the two bolts on either side towards the front of the engine) Much appreciated, thanks!

Vulcan hammer over on the Vulcan forum mentioned in a post there that twisted throttle has accessories in north America for the cb1100. He has been doing his home work as he will be joining the ranks. Anyone checked them out yet? Might be a good source close to home, that is for the north american crowd.

Thanks go to Gumby 1100! He is the one who brought up twisted throttle!


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Rumor has it that Honda might be reviving the Africa Twin, which never made it to the US officially. Anyone think it's likely we'll get it this time, after a 10+ year absence? I also read it might get a bigger engine than the previous 650 and 750 models. Something to compete with the BMW GS, I hope!



I've been eyeballing the GS for while but I do love my Hondas!