(02-09-2018, 07:01 AM)Cormanus_imp Wrote: What is it about people asking for advice that means we all feel the need to weigh in?

W/R, the two gentlemen above have offered excellent advice: if you can afford it and you want it, test which way the scales of regret will tip if you buy it and make your decision. LongRanger is right, forget the spec sheet.

(02-09-2018, 06:46 AM)Banned_imp Wrote: Ok, I'm in desperate need of some advice.

My local dealer is getting a 2018 CB1100RS in shortly and I have first dibs on it, that's where my problem starts. I love my 2014 model and I'm not sure if it's worth it to me to trade it in for a new one, unlike some here I have never been on the motorcycle merry-go-round and generally keep my motorcycles for a long time (in 32 years I have owned 7 street bikes, I still have 3 of them and bought 2 of those last year), I just hate losing money that way.

But the RS is very tempting. What I like about is the upgraded suspension, more fuel capacity for longer range and just overall the muscular look with the fatter wheels. What I don't like is the 4-2 exhaust and I wish it was any colour other than black.

Now the 2014, the only three things I don't like are the seat (fixed with a Daytona seat), suspension (could be upgraded) and fuel capacity. So basically the only thing that can't be fixed is the fuel capacity but I didn't buy my CB for touring, that is what the Ulysses is for, so I guess it's kind of a moot point.

I'm also cognizant of the sporadic importation of the CB1100 to North America and realize this may be the only chance I get for the RS.

HELP

(02-09-2018, 06:54 AM)LongRanger_imp Wrote: My only suggestion is to put down the spec sheet and follow your heart. None of our bikes were rational purchases. If the '18 really moves you, then you owe it to yourself to listen to your heart and jump in. If you find yourself rationalizing the purchase on monetary means, or regretting that you're financially upside-down on your '14, then I'd be reluctant to proceed.

In a month from now, I think you'd forget about the money and instead be thrilled you followed your heart and bought a bike that inspired passion. If, instead, you think you'd stare at your bank statement and kick yourself for buying the bike, well, I think you know the answer. Good luck.

(02-09-2018, 07:01 AM)Cormanus_imp Wrote: What is it about people asking for advice that means we all feel the need to weigh in?

W/R, the two gentlemen above have offered excellent advice: if you can afford it and you want it, test which way the scales of regret will tip if you buy it and make your decision. LongRanger is right, forget the spec sheet.