defects CB 1100

[pdedse]

Maybe someone already mentioned this--my memory!--but it seems to me experience from previous bikes may carry over to the cb1100 and leave one..."wanting" that which was never intended to be there.

I got very used to my '04 HD Sportster over 9 years of ownership...its rumble wasn't obnoxious, but it didn't let you forget there was an engine down there. When I rode my '14 Standard home, right away I thought...where's the rumble? Did I make a mistake? Thought about making changes so it would sound more like, well, the Sportster I guess.

For me...wisdom prevailed...not sure why, but I let time pass and then I got used to the smoothness of the CB and I let its "voice" speak to me...and I started to enjoy it for what it was. Between the '14 standard and my current '17ex, I had the opportunity to own a Triumph Street Twin--I thought I needed that sound--character--rumble--throatiness....whatever. Turns out other aspects of motorcycle riding had become more important for me, and thus I returned to the CB1100.

Every now and then I suppose I miss a bit more "attitude" from down below, but then on a nice country ride, ear-plugs in, full face helmet...and I can barely hear the hum of the engine...I don't know, it's otherworldly in its own right.

[Cormanus]

Olof, many have complained about the vibrations or buzz that the engine develops at around 3-4000 RPM.

[Houtman_imp]

Houtman, after searching all I could find that you did was cut the loop off the sidestand.

You are RIGHT again , I did have to cut off the loops on all my 3 side stands as my large boots interfered a little with the loops after adjusting the Vario pegs to MY liking.
I had an 120 mile trip on my 2013 on Sunday and I have to say that I like my bikes more and more. I do not know if it is the higher milage , the 5 speed gear box or the Moriwaki 4 into 4 but my 2013 is for me the nicest bike to ride compared with my 2014 and 2017. The 2014 is the nicest one to look at but these engines are getting better with some miles on them ( and the gears as well )

[GoldOxide_imp]

Olof, many have complained about the vibrations or buzz that the engine develops at around 3-4000 RPM.

Some of the buzz (dunno, one third of it?) can be mitigated with "Grip Puppies".

As for at the footpegs, I changed out my footwear and that seemed to quell maybe another third of the vibration at the specific RPM range.

[CB1100DLX_imp]

thank you guys.
known that many consider the engine anonymous and many have raised the saddle and lowered the motorcycle footpegs as it is designed for Chinese and Japanese with average height different from us Westerners.

So many things wrong with this thread I don't even know where to begin. I stopped short of pressing the Report button and leave it to the Mods to moderate.

[bflint]

thank you guys.
known that many consider the engine anonymous and many have raised the saddle and lowered the motorcycle footpegs as it is designed for Chinese and Japanese with average height different from us Westerners.

So many things wrong with this thread I don't even know where to begin. I stopped short of pressing the Report button and leave it to the Mods to moderate.

So many things wrong with this thread I don't even know where to begin. I stopped short of pressing the Report button and leave it to the Mods to moderate. Hey ... I put a smiley face on mine ... I defer to the Mods

[tommymck]

Interesting. I have a bunch of bikes, and I never really know what is meant by "character". At least in terms of positive. My bike with the most "character" is my Yamaha SR400. That single cylinder buzzes, shakes, and in general lets you know that its mood is more important than mine. Fun definitely, but to a point, on surface streets for short jaunts. My Triumph Speedmaster has the perfect engine growl, a definitive cool factor, looks great, but in the end, I find myself putting 400 miles a year on it on nice summer evenings getting an ice cream cone. My BMW R9T Urban GS is ergonomically great (for me), handles great, and in general is fun on a variety of surfaces. Great for fire trails leading up to a hike. I've had my BMW R2100C since new in 1998, and the sputter and the gyroscopic effect that you get when twisting the throttle has "character", but again, it's a fun evening ride. And it even looks weird in a good way (to me at least.)

My '17 CB100EX is home base though. While my other bikes get less than 1K miles per year, the CB gets over 4K. And every time I get on it, I feel silly owning the other bikes. It just matches my riding character. As good as it looks stock, I did do some mods though, which adds to my perception of character at least.

Just me though. At 6' (1.83m according to Mr. Google) the seating position is perfect. I do have a Samurider vintage style seat which adds a couple of extra inches to the seating position though.

Vive la difference!

[gmike_imp]

Interesting. I have a bunch of bikes, and I never really know what is meant by "character". At least in terms of positive. My bike with the most "character" is my Yamaha SR400. That single cylinder buzzes, shakes, and in general lets you know that its mood is more important than mine. Fun definitely, but to a point, on surface streets for short jaunts. My Triumph Speedmaster has the perfect engine growl, a definitive cool factor, looks great, but in the end, I find myself putting 400 miles a year on it on nice summer evenings getting an ice cream cone. My BMW R9T Urban GS is ergonomically great (for me), handles great, and in general is fun on a variety of surfaces. Great for fire trails leading up to a hike. I've had my BMW R2100C since new in 1998, and the sputter and the gyroscopic effect that you get when twisting the throttle has "character", but again, it's a fun evening ride. And it even looks weird in a good way (to me at least.)

My '17 CB100EX is home base though. While my other bikes get less than 1K miles per year, the CB gets over 4K. And every time I get on it, I feel silly owning the other bikes. It just matches my riding character. As good as it looks stock, I did do some mods though, which adds to my perception of character at least.

Just me though. At 6' (1.83m according to Mr. Google) the seating position is perfect. I do have a Samurider vintage style seat which adds a couple of extra inches to the seating position though.

Vive la difference!

True, I like this post. I have had at least 1 bike in the garage for the last 55 years. This CB1100 tickles me the most. A pleasure to ride and all I need.

[Olof_imp]

Olof, many have complained about the vibrations or buzz that the engine develops at around 3-4000 RPM.

Some of the buzz (dunno, one third of it?) can be mitigated with "Grip Puppies".

As for at the footpegs, I changed out my footwear and that seemed to quell maybe another third of the vibration at the specific RPM range.

Some of the buzz (dunno, one third of it?) can be mitigated with "Grip Puppies".

As for at the footpegs, I changed out my footwear and that seemed to quell maybe another third of the vibration at the specific RPM range.
I re-read my post and realise that I come across as critical, Sorry. I'm really not. I've noted the level of vibration but never been annoyed. I see no need for mods, and I'm far from the "white finger feeling". Pegs? Never even noticed. Also, my bike is still low mileage and the gearbox is still improving so I would not be surprised if this improves over time.

[Cormanus]

I didn't see your post as particularly critical; rather, I was just letting you know others share your experience.