Hello guys,
I'm back... I was member of the previous forum since 2018, when I bought my CB1100, so I decided to use my old presentation: 

I'm Fabrizio, I'm writing from Venice, Italy.
After a lot of motorcycles, the first one in 1983, two weeks ago I bought a red 2013 CB1100, with only 12.000 Km, left in garage for a lot of time. Also if with five speed, I decided to buy it immediately after I tried the bike. I love it immediately.
Sorry for my English....
In 1994 I bought a new CB750 of the same year, but I remain with it for a very short period: I come from two strokes bikes (Suzuki RG & RGV 250) and I was too young to appreciate that bike and there was too much difference between them, so I come back to fast and light bikes.
After 2000 there was a long period without bikes until 2008, I bought an Harley to take rides with my friends already with HD.
Always I was fashioned by 4 air cooled cylinders, Twin cams and 4 in 1 exhaust of this bike when the CB1100 appeared as concept bike at Tokyo in 2008 (I think...), so I started to think on it...
This spring I started the search for another bike, I tried the Bonnie T120, and a new white 2018 CB1100 EX, but I choose this red 2013 CB1100...I hope it is a good deal.

After eight years, I still own the same bike, happy with it after 45 thousands Kms, everything is ok, during these years I made some changes and improvements...

I can't recall whether this has been posted on the forum before, but there's plenty of fun stories ...

https://global.honda/en/CB/history/stories/

Hello All,

I used to be a member of the old forum, before it apparently went defunct. I just found your new forum, so I set up an account.

I saw the new Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Twin and the vintage styling made me think of you guys. Looks like it's not yet up on their US website, but apparently it's being delivered in the UK.

Last weekend, I rode from my office in Pleasanton to San Jose. I-680 connects two very different cities. Pleasanton is a somewhat affluent town deeply committed to preserving its heritage while balancing the expectations of new arrivals. It tolerates growth but would very much prefer to keep things as they are. San Jose is a center for venture capital funding for tech startups and the supporting businesses that help entrepreneurs. It constantly changes with the boom-and-bust cycles. Despite the pressure and risk, it has retained its laid-back vibe. The ride itself is relaxed: six lanes of a federally maintained highway with gentle hills and turns. But it is not boring, thanks to the amazing diversity of landscapes in a relatively short stretch of road on this 30-mile ride. I crossed through the Livermore Basin, Niles Canyon Ridge, Mission Peak Block, and the Santa Clara Valley. All have vibrant histories dating back thousands of years. The San Pedro Square Market is a great destination. From there, you can go exploring in all directions. Early Sunday morning has a nostalgic feel, and if you are so inclined, the Old Spaghetti Factory, which began operations in 1969 in an abandoned factory, is one of the earliest in the chain's history. The Dussin family carries forward the legacy of Guss and Sally with each plate served.

This may be my last ride in California, but not my last. I shipped my CB1100EX today to my small farm in the Texas Hill Country. I have had a good run in the East Bay, and after 35 years of traveling the world, I am finally putting down roots on ground my family truly loves. I am going to work from the Hill Country and travel when I need to show proper respect to a new customer or a project team. That farm is a homestead. I plan to put the CB1100 to work exploring the Texas Hill Country, which has far more to offer than most people think. I hope you will join me for the ride.

I am also taking next week off to watch my granddaughter marry her high school sweetheart. They recently graduated from college and are starting a brand new life, just like me.

Pictures follow. Note that San Jose and Pleasanton both embrace building murals and street art. There is a nice tie-in for our picture-of-the-month theme. I will keep filing ride reports, just from a new zip code. On Thursday, I begin the drive. Enjoy your weekend.

Following up on the weird circumstance of having a baffle blow out of my Enfield's left muffler right after I was admonished that the bike was too quiet by a shoe repair man in Irvine, I pulled the other baffle and decided to ride for a while without them. (Great work, by the way. Exquisite replacement of a zipper on my Tourmaster boot. If you need shoe repairs in OC, he's off the 5, south on Culver in the big shopping center). I also wanted to put a few miles on my newly traded touring seat to see how it felt. So far, I had only logged a few runs to Trader Joe's with it.

For reference, these are AEW brand mufflers, a popular aftermarket choice made in India for the Interceptor and Continental 650. Beautifully made and were only about $350 shipped early last year.
I took a casual "no destination in mind" ride yesterday evening after the heat of the day waned a bit to see if I'd want to leave out the new baffles when they arrive. The  first thing I noticed, just two miles from home, was a 2013 CB1100 coming the other way out of Santiago Canyon. Seeing another CB is really an occasion, isn't it? No idea who owns it. 

I proceeded through Santiago Canyon, past Cook's Corner, the local biker bar. A few blocks past it, a wizened, grey-bearded Harley guy pulled up next to me at a light. He was wearing the most amazing WW1-style goggles. Pointed at my bike and gave a thumbs-up. We rode together for a few blocks, till traffic thickened, and I slid through a gaggle of cars waiting at a light while he held back, limited by the width of his machine. 

At cruising speed, the staccato of the mufflers is definitely present, but not droning or bothersome. I enjoyed a ride up the coast through Laguna Beach and Corona del Mar before swinging back up to home, skirting the Newport Back Bay hiking trail. There has been a much-appreciated effort to curb annoyingly loud cars and motorcycles in this area, and I didn't seem to raise any eyebrows. Coming up our street, Mrs. was on the front porch gardening. As I parked, she shrugged and said it wasn't loud enough to be bothersome. 

Guess I'll leave them alone for a while.

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2014 CB1100 Deluxe:  
I've been chasing a problem with my gauges showing I have no oil pressure (I do 70-80PSI), Neutral light always on and Oil Temp light always on.  
I researched the service manual and also replaced all 3 sensors and wire which connects all three of these sensors.  
My question is how do these sensors really get the information to the ECM and gauges?  There is just one common wire harness that connects these 3 sensors.  
How does the "Magic" connection work if there is no wire connecting these sensors to the ECM directly?   See attached photos.         

I had hoped to ride this at a rally one day, but sadly that just isn't going to happen for me. I am offering the bike up here first, complete with all accessories and parts. If nobody on the forum purchases in the next 30-45 days, I would then be open to selling some of the accessories to forum members and will list the bike elsewhere in a more "stock" state after selling any parts and accessories. Those items I would sell apart from the bike at that time would be the comet fairing, OEM luggage rack, OEM chrome engine guards, Russel Day-Long seat, official service manual, Honda U-lock, completed OEM toolkit, Vizi-Tec SupaBrake-3 brake light modulator.

Current mileage is 7475. I have the clear title in hand. Bike is located in Salt Lake City, UT. I am the second owner, purchased from former forum member Clayfoot, with 910 miles in November of 2021. It looks as clean now as it did then. He purchased it new from Honda of Chattanooga in June of 2020. According to Clayfoot, it was one of the last new 2017 EX's available and he spent a considerable amount of time trying to find one by calling dealers all over the US.

New Pirelli Angel GT tires replaced the original Dunlops last year. The pictures show the Dunlops just before the tires were replaced, but the bike's aesthetic condition looks exactly the same as now, save for putting the Chic fairing and RDL seat back on. The factory battery was replaced with a MightyMax LiFePO4 battery in September 2023. It should last roughly ten years. You should never need a trickle charger, even after sitting all winter, but if you choose to do so make sure it is 12v LiFePO4 compatible. The bike has been meticulously maintained, mechanically and aesthetically. Service was performed at time and/or mileage intervals whether needed or not. Often service was done much more frequently just out of boredom and in the interest of keeping the bike pristine. Detailed printed service records are available with sale. The only thing that isn't perfect on this bike is the front brake squeal. That is a design issue though and affects pretty much every 2017 EX (except for rdprdp01's, apparently).

All original manuals (owners, riding tips, warranty) come with the bike as well as both factory Honda keys as well as the original Honda keytag code (needed to make a replacement key). Also included is an unused OEM Honda 12v Under-seat Accessory Socket which I didn't install, but instead chose to carry the Honda U-Lock (only one or the other fits under the seat). I never rode in anything but dry weather and only fed it ethanol-free gas save for 2-3 fill ups where it wasn't available. It has always been parked in a garage under a cover (Bilt Dust cover, fits perfectly, included). The bike has a Warm & Safe coaxial battery harness lead installed to run heated gear which also doubles as a battery tender lead (not really necessary with the LiFePO4 battery). I made my own tank grips/protectors from some 3M transparent silicone sheets. They are easily peeled off and will not leave any glue residue behind if you don't like them. I also added a few pieces to the RDL seat to keep me from moving around too much. They will come off without damage or residue on the RDL as well. All the original bolts and bits are labeled in plastic bags if you wish to remove the Chic fairing or luggage rack and return the bike to stock. However, you would also need to remove the Grip Puppies and the RLET's. Heaven help you if you decide to do the latter.

I know Django has one of these, and I'm sure another member had (or has) one. I got up close and personal with this one over the recent weekend and it made me realise what a beast it is. The engine and the pipes are huge.

   

Please send me an email or PM if you have a well kept well maintained reasonably low mileage 2014 CB1100 DLX for sale. I'm interested. Thanks. (I'm in Sedona AZ).

The last two weeks have been challenging. While working with Cormanus, he leaned hard on me from Queensland. In his delightful, scolding-yet-supportive way, he told me I needed a break and to just get on the motorcycle and ride. He assured me that my obsessions would be waiting for me when I returned. He was right on both counts.

I had just managed to re-assemble the motorcycle following the fire. Ash, smoke, and an acidic residue seemed to defy all laws of physics and find their way into every inch (or centimeter) of the CB1100EX. I had to take the motorcycle apart, neutralize the bad nasties, clean everything with gentle solvents, and reassemble to make sure nothing would, in time, eat away at the metal, paint, and chrome. When it was re-assembled, I took some satisfaction knowing that I did not have any “extra” bolts or screws lying about, but I still believed it was prudent to take things slow. I needed a gentle road that would let me confirm I did indeed get things right—with some natural beauty, preferably smoke-free.

I decided to visit the Tri-Valley Conservancy. It is an incredible demonstration of how a community banded together to preserve a legacy yet build a sustainable future. 114 property owners agreed to preserve farms and open space. Vineyards dot the landscape, and 500 acres of parks were protected along the way. It is not a testament to the past; it is a living example of what the future can be when people live with the land and not just on it.

The road that leads from town is appropriately named Vineyard. It is two-lane, well-paved, flat, and relatively traffic-free. I gently tested the motorcycle without stressing it. I also stopped along the way when something caused me to forget about spammers, insurance adjusters, and work. I hope you enjoy the pictures and would encourage you to consider this 20-mile round-trip trek from downtown Pleasanton if you find yourself in the East Bay.

Enjoy your week. Mine is off to a great start.

David