Mind you, I don't travel at triple-digits when I do, but...

https://www.ocregister.com/2020/05/03/12...t-highway/

I haven't ever lubed the throttle cables, but I figure after 4 years, a bit of oil couldn't really hurt. All the youtube videos I've seen show the tech with a throttle cable that's already been removed from the bike. However, It looks like getting at the lower end of the throttle cables on the CB1100 can be a little involved.

Can you inject the lube from the top, keeping the cables on the frame, without messing anything up?

Hi everyone, i’m new to the forum and need help/advice.
I bought this CB1100 with 9600 miles. It has this ticking to it that i was told is normal but i am now worried about.
I’ve heard might be the issue
Cam chain belt tension
Valve adjustment
Link to the video below:
https://youtu.be/x3NfZJAzBXI
Please help

Went to Iron Pony yesterday to buy some oil and a Honda filter. Waited in line for 15 minutes at the parts counter to find that they had no Honda oil filters. I was dumbstruck. Asked the guy, "You sure? That filter is used in about every Honda." He said Honda hasn't shipped parts in a while but is just now starting. Showed me the the empty box where his last filter he sold came out of.

Anyone else hearing this? Is Honda's supply chain impacted by the China issues and other coronavirus stuff?

Just thought it was interesting. If was a local shop, that would be one thing. But Iron Pony is a mega dealer and gear shop superstore. They should be high on any manufacturers priority.

So my nephew Mike, who has the 790 Duke has been jonesing for a V7 Guzzi since he worked at the local Guzzi shop last summer.



He found a good deal on one and picked it up and brought it to the house to show me yesterday. It's a Guzzi V7-3 Stone.



This is the 3 series which uses the 900 motor sleeved down, rather than the old Breva 750 motor. Much bigger cylinder heads. I had test ridden the Breva and was not impressed, and was curious to see if the V7 3 was an improvement (many of you have commented favorably on them). This one was set up with aftermarket Agostini pipes, Ohlins rear shocks, the Moto Guzzi flyscreen,and Renthal bars







First off yes, the V7-3 is a much better bike than the 750 Breva I had ridden previously. Better power, more torque, and the front brakes were strong (weak rear though) . My original complaints about the Breva. It didn't take a lot of rpms to ride around and it could be ridden around in 4th and 5th no matter the speed. Had the torque to pull the bike cleanly. Ergo's were comfortable. Clutch action was light, but there is no slipper so when you you let the clutch out when downshifting you get the full torque of the engine, which is like a mini brake lol. Switches were pretty good..not Honda good, but certainly acceptable.

The side to side rocking was present of course, as it is in all Guzzis, which I consider the character of the bike and find no fault with that, but the vibrations were annoying to me. The thing vibrates all the time which ruins the ride experience for me. Bike don't have to vibrate any more. They figured that out in the mid 80's. There is no tach. There was a digital gear indicator but the Guzzi doesn't recognize what gear it's in until you let out the clutch. Otherwise all you get is a - in that location. Weird.

The Agostini pipes sounded with authority. The Ohlins were not set up for my weight and the suspension was stiff. It handled well as long as you didn't let off the gas entering a turn. If you do you get a wiggle from the shaft I think, or maybe the engine compression It was weird. Keep the gas on and it's on rails. Let off the gas and get back on and it wiggles.

Another weird thing, the brake pedal looks exactly like the shift pedal. When Ifirst got on and looked down, it was weird.

The mini screen worked well and provided air relief to the chest but my head was in clear air.

I consider the CB a 10 when it comes to function. I'd give the V7 just what it's name implies, a 7.

My nephew said the Guzzi is difficult to ride fast compared to his Duke, but that's what he likes about it. He says his Duke is too easy to ride, very lightweight, and the turns are instinctual. You think about turning and it turns. The Guzzi on the other hand, takes involvement. He's not sure which one he's going to keep yet (he only wants one). The Guzzi fits his body better but he wants rear sets for it. The Duke is tall for him. It's funny because he once told me the 790 Duke was the "perfect" street bike. I have not ridden his Duke because it is way too tall for me. I don't feel comfortable even sitting on it. I should give it a test before he gets rid of it.

For me, every time I ride something else, I'm glad I have my CB 1100.

I’m curious to hear how many have ever had a helmet stolen off their bike while out riding.

I always question my own worry about that happening to me. Half the time I lock my helmet half the time I don’t depending on where I am. But if it ever did get taken it would make for a messed up day.


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With the low activity at the moment it may be interesting to have a look at a real time map of co gas, it shows uniquely low values right now.
Many more overlays are available by selecting the tab on the right and a leftclick on the map brings up a readout of the value at that location;
https://www.windy.com/-CO-concentration-...,-15.117,3

No idea how it's done but i find it fascinating and watch it often.

Occasionally I park my CB1100 or Bonneville and want more than the steering lock to put me at ease. A disc lock is okay, but my helmet does not use a D-ring strap, and I don't trust those thin wire loops used for that purpose. I needed a U-lock to pass through my helmet's chin bar and around a wheel and maybe around a pole too.

The Honda U-lock that fits under the seat (08M53-MFL-800) would have been okay, but they aren't available in the US, and aren't cheap at more than $125 plus overseas shipping. And they're likely only a mediocre lock.

The Honda CB1100 has a space set aside for their lock under the seat. The ends of the U-loop plug into the two loops at the back by the seat latch, the legs of the loop lie in dedicated channels stamped into the rear fender. The cross-bar portion usually sits in a cavity just ahead of it. The trouble was finding a lock that would fit in those confines. Anything wider or narrower wouldn't fit or clear the seat.

Fortunately, a friend owns a bicycle shop and carries several brands - Kryptonite, ABUS, OnGuard, and several cheaper ones. Only 2 would fit, both from Kryptonite. Their Messenger Mini ($40 or so) has an 11mm diameter shackle. The Messenger Mini has a bent foot on one end of the shackle, so it would not slide into the 2 loops at the rear but still fit in the space fine. You can also get it with an optional loop for more flexibility (Messenger Mini+) as pictured.

The New York Standard was wider, and I had to cut one of the loops (see pics) so it would sort of slide in. It's loop was exactly the right length, but the crossbar piece needed to be stored in the tool compartment. The New York Standard ($80 or so) has a 16mm shackle, and weighs a hefty 4.5 pounds.

I ended up getting both, with the Messenger Mini for my Triumph.

My son called up and asked if I wanted to join him on a ride over to Stonelick State Park. This park is not the closest to our houses but is only 30 miles away. Sure love to. Sunny, 81 degrees, perfect day for a ride. Figured he'd show up on his MT10 as he just put a new throttle tamer on it, but he showed up on the Duke.



of course we took the curviest way there.

I started leading



and led to the park



but coming home I let the kid lead. Its fun to watch your son ride especially if he is a good rider. My son is. Just turned 40, been riding dirt since he was 5 and street since he was 19.







Only 63 miles round trip, but it was a great day!