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DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - BayAreaRick_imp - 07-29-2016
2014 Honda CB1100 DLX #0221
Made the trip east-to-west and 'All is Good!' Did the initial inspection - so far so good (will do more tomorrow), had to take it out (once I verified all fluids, tire pressure, etc.).
Initial impressions:
- She's a tad smaller than my 2002 CB750 Nighthawk
- She's a tad heavier than my 2002 CB750 Nighthawk
- She's a lot prettier than my 2002 CB750 Nighthawk (sparkles everywhere)
- Yeah! No more CV-Carbs and petcocks to deal with
- Dang, the brakes are more than twice as effective
- Very tractable power curve
- I can't stop looking at her
BUT -- PM me if anyone has and wants to sell a 'spare' METALMAVEN License Plate Mount (with screws/fittings), soon - please.
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - dsinned_imp - 07-29-2016
It's a BEAUT alright! Congrats! Now, we locals in the SF Bay Area finally have a DLX in our midst. I think BayAreaRick's may be the first! I look forward to seeing it in person very soon.
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - postoak_imp - 07-29-2016
Yeah, I wish I had the silver (or bare aluminum) metal engine like that one. I didn't notice any difference in the ergos or size between it and the Nighthawk -- guess I'm not that discerning. When I went to put it on the center-stand, I definitely noticed the weight difference.
What tire pressure are you going to run?
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - clearviewx - 07-29-2016
Nice...... you sure will enjoy it
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - the Ferret - 07-29-2016
Very, very nice and congrats. Ride safe.
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - Lord Popgun - 07-29-2016
BA Rick!! 
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - BayAreaRick_imp - 07-29-2016
Thanks All!
In terms of size difference v. the Nighthawk - could be the Corbin seat that was on the CB750, but for me, I'm a small-ish 5'7" and it could be the triangle or??? Just feels a bit smaller (not a bad thing).
On the Tire Pressure, I'm starting with the 'recommended' Front-36, Rear-42, and tweak from there. What are you-guys' settled at (for a DLX, since it is heavier).
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - Cormanus - 07-29-2016
Good on you, Rick. Congratulations.
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - LongRanger_imp - 07-29-2016
BAR, congratulations! She's a beauty! You'll love it. Great job.
I run the recommended 36/42 psi. No need to overthink it.
RE: DLX from NY to CA - Landed! - Bighonda14_imp - 07-30-2016
BAR looks awesome! Congratulations on the safe and sound arrival of your new motorcycle!