Skinny posts

[rotor]

I for one will never sell my 3 CB 1100's , they will be probably the last bikes I will own unless I am too weak to put them on the center stand.

If one is 80 kg body weight and can walk up the stairs, he or she can lift this bike on the center stand. (Either that, or the force on the stand lever is not applied directly down).

[LongRanger_imp]

My DLX is my second-heaviest bike and will probably be the second bike to be sold, for that reason. But hopefully not for a few more years.

[the Ferret]

My DLX is my second-heaviest bike and will probably be the second bike to be sold, for that reason. But hopefully not for a few more years.

My DLX is also my second-heaviest bike and will probably be the second bike to be worn out for that reason. But hopefully not for a few more years.

[Spiderwatts_imp]

Hang in there guys! I absolutely love this forum and all the great info and ideas.
Right now I am sleep deprived and running to the door every time I hear what sounds like a UPS/mail truck.
My Comet 2 fairing, black of course, is hopefully being sprayed and boxed up and sent here to “God’s country.”
Buying a “leftover” 2014 for 6600 was a great deal but I’m slowly getting to point where I’ve spent about a grand in accessories.
I likely would not have done so without the research from this forum.
I think the low traffic is just because of small amount of sales but hopefully since Honda is still making the same similar bike more people will join.
I thought I was an older rider but I think many of you are my elders, no offense, and like to talk about your heydays from the 60’s or early 70’s. I’m 55 and try not to ramble about my glory days as most younger people don’t really want to hear it just like I didn’t and you likely did not in your youth.
I think the moderators here are probably trying to keep the posts organized by topic and keep them on point. But I see some of the threads start off as a certain topic but then wander off into glory days yawns.
I think if some of these grizzled veteran riders/owners would focus on the now and keep planning for future they would be interesting and might find they are happier. It’s never too late to change, forgive, or keep a promise. I respect all the experience of an older rider but
It’s better to hear their plans and current activities.
Just my two cents.
Ok......I have to get back to being on delivery man alert. I’ll likely jump into his lap as he is bringing my box up to door

[2017EX_imp]

I could not help but add my thoughts on this one. Yes, I have had some hiccups with my new bike, but then I have rarely had a new car or motorcycle over the years that did not have a few bugs to iron out initially. I think it somewhat goes with the territory in any mass produced machine, and to some extent that is what warranties are for. My particular problem was not mechanical, it was a spoke rim out of true, combined with a flat spot on the tire, probably related to shipping and the length of time it was crated, not quality control. So far, I have been impressed with the level of interest and participation on the Forum, contrary to some other impressions. At the moment with a combination of the Holiday season requiring more of our attention, and cold weather putting a damper on saddle time for many of us, it would not surprise me that posts might drop off somewhat. For my part I have, and will continue to enjoy the exchange of information, and the camaraderie opportunity the Forum provides. As to the CB1100 itself, I think it is a home run for what it is intended to be, and what I wanted in a bike to enjoy riding. I started riding sleek naked bikes in the late 60s. As time went on, they all but disappeared, replaced in large part by the popularity of "Crotch Rockets" more suited for the track than road trips, commuting, and everyday enjoyment. I remember thinking 15 years ago that Honda would have a winner if the CB750 was brought back in a modern version. I had a 1974 CB750 I bought new in that year, and it was an all time favorite of mine. For the past 10 years I rode a Harley, but the 750+ pounds it weighed, plus getting older ( I am 65 now ) got to be more than I wanted to wrestle for everyday riding. It handled like a tank for around town riding, and I have seen more than a few Harley riders lay the bike down trying to do a simple U turn. By comparison the CB1100 is easy to handle and a joy to ride everyday. Judging from the posts here, Honda hit exactly the market the CB1100 was aimed at, the Baby Boomers. Our segment grew up with naked bikes that were just plain fun to ride, and now we can afford the price tag if we choose to. Speaking of which, the cost of a new CB750 back in 1974 was about $1500, which for back then was a lot of money. Then too, the Boomers are now a major segment of the population, and consequently the market. Allowing for inflation of the cost of a CB750 since 1974, does not put the current MSRP for a CB1100 out of the realm of reason either.
Lastly, I think we should remember what Honda intended the CB1100 to be. It was intended to evoke nostalgia for us older riders, and it does. It was intended to deliver a smooth ride with power, and it does. It was intended to be easy to handle and "forgiving", and it is. Is it super fast, no, but it was not intended to be a "Crotch Rocket". That said, I have not found it to be lacking in get up and go either. Getting it up on the center stand is largely a matter of technique plus reasonable strength, and I dont have any problem doing it. All things considered, I think we will see the nostalgic naked retro bike segment in general, continue for some time to come. The other day I saw a write up on a naked retro Kawasaki KZ900 that we may see in 2018. I dont think Honda or Kawasaki would go this route without the market research to back it up. In any event, in doing all the pre purchase research on the CB1100, I remember reading that Honda wanted to create a machine that would let the rider focus on the pleasure of the ride. Whether an older rider like me, or a new rider, I think Honda achieved what the bike was intended to do, and did it quite well.

[Nortoon_imp]

This thread started because there was less activity on the forum. Which makes sense as it is winter in North America and many of us have stopped riding and have switched over to winter pastimes.

When it comes to the CB1100, not much has changed over the years, except perhaps the new RS model which is not available here. But even if it was, its café racer style may not appeal to the majority of owners who already own the bike they like. So if there is nothing new, there is less to talk about except maybe Triumphs and Kawasakis.

I posted a long story of days gone by with the intention of adding something to read during our winter hibernation. Yes I am older than dirt and like to yap about the early years of motorcycling and the fun my buddies I had during the decade of decadence. But I still look forward to adding a few accessories to my CB1100 EX this winter and next year's riding season in the spring. If you don't have something to look forward to, life can get pretty dull. As one of my vintage riding buddies use to say, "If you don't enjoy life, what's the point of living?"

In any sport or hobby I have enjoyed over the years, people have come an gone. My wife and I belonged to a 150 member motorcycle touring club in the early 80s. It was not unusual for 20 to 30 people to leave each year. But there was always new people to take their place.

[Obleo]

I started this post to note the absence of numerous posts Not to knock this forum .I lurked here for over a year before buying my cb1100 2013 standard. This forum played a major factor in my purchase, lots of great people here and lots of great information? I hope this forum will continue to grow . I don't post much ,but that doesn't mean iam not reading and learning .

[Lord Popgun]

It always gets slow this time of year. Everybody just don’t panic!!

[emptysea]

Here in US...

Bike Show season is upon us.
Fall is retreating rapidly in our mirrors.
We know that spring is just beyond the horizon.
And with it, questions and answers about maintenance and modifications, and prose and pictures about destinations will restock the hold of this wonderful ship.

[pdedse]

Dang MTC, that's downright poetic.

how's about a [url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haiku]haiku being that our bikes are Japanese made:

leaves long departed
murmurs of snows groan louder
CBs sleep for some