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I know this is an old post, just doing some reading on the forum...I love the message here!
(06-17-2013, 08:28 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: I dont think you're in the demographic this bike was meant for, although some younguns seem be be enjoying it. For many my age this bike harkens back to a fondly remembered time and place. The golden age of motorcycles. It's everything those bikes were only better.
No its not as fast, or handles as well as the FZ-1 I sold to buy it, but I don't need that speed anymore. I've gone fast. Now I'm just as happy not going that fast. Wait another 35 years, look around at what hey are riding then, and I'll bet you really had your 919 again, or a chance to buy a new one. That's what many of us have done, bought a new bike like we had or wish we had 35 or 40 years ago
Its not Benny Goodman, its not Limp Bizkit, it's the Beatles. If your radio station isnt on Rock Classics from the 60 s and 70s you'll probably find this bike boring. I'm usually humming Jefferson Airplane, or Simon and Garfunkle when I'm riding. This bike isn't even Boston material.
I'm as pleased as a pig in slop with this bike.
Try #2...
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pleased as a pig in slop
that right there folks is classic ferret
love you man!
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The quick answer: No
The longer, unabbreviated version: No
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Hi, I have had my CB1100 for 3 years now I can safely say I have never felt bored by it, I have been riding bikes for nearly 40 years now and have had everything from Harleys to triumphs and this is by far one of the best motorcycles I have ever owned, let me just say I am not a fan of modern plastic clad crotch rockets, these motorcycles have always left me cold and I have little time for the power ranger suited sport bike crowd, I waited a long time for somebody to make a real retro motorcycle that offered realistic performance in a retro package, after trying triumphs 865 bonnie (by far the worst bike I have ever owned, no performance poor breaks, poor suspension etc ) I finally discovered the CB1100 and after waiting 5 years for Honda to bring it to the uk I finally got my hands on one and all I can say is it was well worth the wait, every time I climb on to it I am transported back to the late seventies and I just grin from ear to ear the whole time I am riding it. this is a very special bike and maybe as you say you are just too young to appreciate it and if you could remember those days of Z1s GS1000s and CB900s you could probably appreciate more what an amazing recreation of the UJM this motorcycle is.
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Nice 1 st post. Why not drop into the new members section and introduce yourself.
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I'll chime in. I'm 58, was born in Oklahoma and was raised riding stingray bicycles with banana seats and sissy bars. I was one of those kids that lopped off the ape hanger handlebars so I could wheelie my bicycle better. I had a paper route and when I was 7, my uncle purchase for me and my brother a Rupp mini-cycle. Yep, Techumseh 5 HP with a torque converter with a jackshaft for a final drive. I broke that minibike in half going over some small whoops at Movey's Park. I love riding motorcycles and I always have. When I was 13, my uncle let me ride the AMF Harley 1000 Sportster to the flat track races in Yukon.
Now,
There are two bikes that have made an impact in my life. A KZ1000LTD, I've had 5 of them and an '06 GSXR1000 of which I've owned 3 and raced 2 . The CB reminds me of everything that the KZ wanted to be. Better handling, fuel injection and it's a beautiful bike. I get compliments and stares everywhere I ride the thing. I did put some K&N bend black handlebars on and took off those goofy mirrors. Mounted a nice loud chrome slip-on and I love this thing. It ain't fast, if I want to go fast, I hop on the gixxer.
Oh, and I seemed to always hear the song La Grange (ZZ Top) right before the green flag dropped. lol.
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Power ranger suited sport bike crowd....lol
I've been down twice at a race track, once at Barber and once at Virginia International Raceway. I was certainly suited up like a power ranger and walked away without a scratch. Granted I had my bell rung a bit but the power ranger suit saved the day!
(07-07-2017, 07:21 PM)Phil_imp Wrote: Hi, I have had my CB1100 for 3 years now I can safely say I have never felt bored by it, I have been riding bikes for nearly 40 years now and have had everything from Harleys to triumphs and this is by far one of the best motorcycles I have ever owned, let me just say I am not a fan of modern plastic clad crotch rockets, these motorcycles have always left me cold and I have little time for the power ranger suited sport bike crowd, I waited a long time for somebody to make a real retro motorcycle that offered realistic performance in a retro package, after trying triumphs 865 bonnie (by far the worst bike I have ever owned, no performance poor breaks, poor suspension etc ) I finally discovered the CB1100 and after waiting 5 years for Honda to bring it to the uk I finally got my hands on one and all I can say is it was well worth the wait, every time I climb on to it I am transported back to the late seventies and I just grin from ear to ear the whole time I am riding it. this is a very special bike and maybe as you say you are just too young to appreciate it and if you could remember those days of Z1s GS1000s and CB900s you could probably appreciate more what an amazing recreation of the UJM this motorcycle is.
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Yea- but you can have all the protection without the bright colors and skinny jeans effect- google Dainese Crusier. I have that jacket and pants with the additional optional spine and chest armor. Love it- very versatile, cold weather liner, wet liner, air flaps & gaps to open when hot.
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Back to the original question. Am I underwhelmed?
- with the fit and finish? No. Love it.
- with the overall power and torque? No. Surprisingly quick in any gear
- with the tranny smoothness? No. I've ridden smoother, but still good.
- with the suspension? Yes. I was surprised with how rough it was over anything other than perfect surface.
I am currently purchasing Ikon shocks, and will most likely install Traxxion Dynamic's kit that also includes a RaceTech emulator, progressive spring. Overall, the bike is worth spending a few bucks to make it work for me. I bought a 2014 new leftover at a good price, and I guess some of the savings can be spent on improvements.
Bob
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+1 to Ohiorider's assessment of the bike. I also just picked up a new old stock 2014 standard a week ago and passed 500 miles today. I suppose I'll have about 1K on the clock by Monday when I have an appointment for the first service. I just can't resist a small rally this weekend.
I agree with the ride harshness being uncomfortable, but not the worst I've ridden. Then I do get frequent comparison with my ST1100 tricked out Traxxion Dynamics / Penske suspension. It is also 200 lbs heavier and has a longer wheelbase.
The traxxion system is awesome. It is on the wish list for the CB11.
jim
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