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Finally got one! (after 8 years) - willsmith_imp - 10-18-2021
Well I think i can claim the record for the most number of years between joining the forum (05-04-2013) and when purchasing a Honda CB1100 (10-17-21)-- eight! I used to ride a CB 250, then had nothing at all for 7 years, until yesterday...
Yesterday, I finally did it. Found a great deal on Facebook Marketplace here in Atlanta GA, met up wth the guy and paid 5k for a gently used 2014 black standard CB1100 with 8k miles! Its got some nice aftermarket parts such as the Sato racing rear set, OEM Heated grips, and T. rex engine guards. Condition is near perfect. And to celebrate, i just bought the knurled oil cap from Greg on this forum.
I look forward to meeting up with you in real life to ride. Thank you for all of the contributions and advice over the years!
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - Nachodaddy - 10-18-2021
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Well I think i can claim the record for the most number of years between joining
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Congratulations! Beautiful bike. Well worth waiting for. Thanks for sharing this great photo, too.
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - misterprofessionality - 10-18-2021
(10-18-2021, 01:26 AM)willsmith_imp Wrote: Well I think i can claim the record for the most number of years between joining the forum (05-04-2013) and when purchasing a Honda CB1100 (10-17-21)-- eight! I used to ride a CB 250, then had nothing at all for 7 years, until yesterday...
Yesterday, I finally did it. Found a great deal on Facebook Marketplace here in Atlanta GA, met up wth the guy and paid 5k for a gently used 2014 black standard CB1100 with 8k miles! Its got some nice aftermarket parts such as the Sato racing rear set, OEM Heated grips, and T. rex engine guards. Condition is near perfect. And to celebrate, i just bought the knurled oil cap from Greg on this forum.
I look forward to meeting up with you in real life to ride. Thank you for all of the contributions and advice over the years!
Youre going to get a big opportunity on August 28, 2022. the Eastern CB1100 forum rally is to be held in Maggie Valley NC.
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - pdedse - 10-18-2021
(10-18-2021, 01:26 AM)willsmith_imp Wrote: Well I think i can claim the record for the most number of years between joining the forum (05-04-2013) and when purchasing a Honda CB1100 (10-17-21)-- eight! I used to ride a CB 250, then had nothing at all for 7 years, until yesterday...
Yesterday, I finally did it. Found a great deal on Facebook Marketplace here in Atlanta GA, met up wth the guy and paid 5k for a gently used 2014 black standard CB1100 with 8k miles! Its got some nice aftermarket parts such as the Sato racing rear set, OEM Heated grips, and T. rex engine guards. Condition is near perfect. And to celebrate, i just bought the knurled oil cap from Greg on this forum.
I look forward to meeting up with you in real life to ride. Thank you for all of the contributions and advice over the years!
That's pretty cool... I think my join date to purchase was about 3 years, but 8 is great! Hope you enjoy your '14 Standard Beauty!
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - GoldOxide_imp - 10-18-2021
Congratulations WS. Looks wonderful.
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - Lord Popgun - 10-18-2021
Congrats Will! Nice bike.
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - KiowaEagle_imp - 10-18-2021
Congrats Will, she's a beauty! We look forward to seeing you at next years rally!
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - the Ferret - 10-18-2021
Nice and congrats. That's a long time to anticipate. Hope it's worth it lol
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - Cormanus - 10-18-2021
Congratulations, Will. Hope you enjoy it.
RE: Finally got one! (after 8 years) - willsmith_imp - 10-18-2021
Thanks everyone. Ok I have some first impressions to share, in relation to my CB 250 nighthawk experiences:
500 lb vs 300 lb is significant when walking the bike around manually but not when riding. the narrow tank and close handlebars feel similar in maneuverability when riding.
the construction quality is higher (gauges, assembly fit/finish, part thickness, but maybe some of this is attributable to power difference
power difference. obviously the acceleration is incomparable. with the 250 i basically had the throttle fully open on accelerations. most notably, on a 15 mile interstate ride yesterday i did not feel like the 1100's engine was going to explode like on the 250, so i felt less anxiety and vulnerability.
seating position very similar, accessibility of controls, including little features like the helmet lock are similar and easy
the visual impression is significantly different. the 250 has a lot of space around the engine where you can see clear through the bike to the other side. the 1100 engine is bulky and muscular in relation. if fills the space in width and length. seems longer and higher and wider all around but maybe thats just emotional
maintenance might be just a little more complex but not much. 250 only had gas and oil... mechanical clutch, brakes.... 1100 still air cooled, but now add 3 hydraulic reservoirs, replaceable oil filter,..... ?
riding 2 up is not a problem.... the 250 would really strain accelerating and near top speed with 2 people, but 1100 seems to not even notice.
id appreciate your thoughts!