Inline 4cyl vibration

[Elipten_imp]

Well this is why there are many aftermarket sear choices.


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[Kiwikevin_imp]

For me, personally, vibes are not an issue with this bike. Up to 100-110 km/h (legal speed in Australia) it's not a personal issue, even for hours of sustained use. Overtakes in 5th are a breeze. I was a bit surprised how well it goes on the highway with a small screen (and some earplugs!). There may be a little bit of numbness in little finger of right hand after a couple of hours, but that goes within 10 min off the bike (like for a fuel stop). That might be more to do with the wind and the thin gloves I use. I had a 2008 VFR before this bike. If I wanted to compare, then the VFR in 6th gear is less 'vibey' on the highway, but in a different way, obviously. I know people are hanging out for a 6th gear. It would reduce the RPMs but personally I'm happy with 5 gears at speed and have proven recently that it runs happily on the highway with no issues. Lucky for me, as Australia isn't getting any 2014 models anyway. YMMV.

Cheers,

Andy.

Hi Andy, what screen do you have installed on your CB please? Any Pics?

Thanks, Kevin

[rjk555_imp]

Thanks to everyone for their comments about CB1100 vibration. My test ride was only about 10 miles and too short for a real evaluation. I did find the engine smooth at about 70mph. A lot smoother than the Ninja 1000 I also took a test ride on. Perhaps a touch smoother than the FZ-1 which is a nice bike if not for the stepped seat. FZ-1's get crappy reviews but I think they are nice bikes if not for my dislike of the seat.

The CB1100 seat felt comfy for me but I am comparing to a Tuono V4 "comfort" seat that is about 1/2inch thick and hard as a rock. I am a big guy (6'1"" and 250lbs) and hate the bikes with 2 piece, stepped seats. They don't give my big butt enough room to slide backwards.

Thanks again for all the good advice.

This forum has several threads about aftermarket seats. Useful search terms include "Corbin" and "Sargent". Here's one such thread, below. Hope it helps.

http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread....ght=corbin