First Good Ride on the New Bike

[shysue2_imp]

Hi Guys, Today I was able to take my CB1100 Dlx out for a decent ride and get to know the bike a little better, and I haven't changed my opinion since yesterday one bit. If anything I'm even more convinced I made the right choice in bikes. Think I'll be keeping this one a long time!

Hubby & I rode through Rio Verde, Fountain Hills, up 87 and then out past Saguaro Lake on the Bush Highway, a quick bit of freeway and then through Fountain Hills and Rio Verde again. Ended up in Cave Creek where we had lunch at Indian Village (they have great Mexican food), and then I swung by my sister's house where I had to show off my bike. Unfortunately, she loves horses (she has seven) and is not into motorcycles so she didn't really appreciate my bike. Oh well.

Got a total of 174 miles in today and had a lot of fun. Ran into some gusty wind in some spots, but it didn't really bother me on this bike for some reason.

I can see a small windshield and maybe a Corbin seat in my future though. My buns were numb after long stretches of riding on the stock seat. It's a shame because I like the looks of the stock seat, but the comfort factor is just not there for long rides. Hmmm . . . I'll have to think about that. Maybe I'll just get one of those Air Hawk seat cushions, I don't know yet.

Anyway here's some pics from the ride today:

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[Damfino_imp]

Awesome Sue! We never get tired of seeing another new DLX hitting the streets!!

The seat seems to be a love it or hate it type of situation. I think if given enough time, you kinda get used to it.

[shysue2_imp]

You're probably right. It's been a while since we've been able to get out for a good long ride so . . . maybe after a few more rides I'll get used to it.

[the Ferret]

Great pics especially the first one ... Then again I love pics of motorcycles and mountains together.

Glad you are enjoying the new steed, and thanks for the bd well wishes.

[avsbezzy_imp]

Nice pics. My seat has softned quite bit at almost 2000 miles. It might take bit longer for yours since you are probably lighter than me.

[Damfino_imp]

BTW, What VIN # did you get? Did you add it to the registry yet?

[Cormanus]

Nice bike, nice day. Welcome aboard, Sue. You won't regret it.

I use an AirHawk for lengthy rides; the OEM seat on my 2011 CB is not comfortable at all after a time. The DLX one looks a whole lot better.

[Damfino_imp]

From the way your husband is looking at your bike in the second pic, I have to ask, is he ready to trade in that Concours?

[ThomWill_imp]

I got a Corbin and so far it is much better than the stock seat. I have yet to do more than a 200 mile ride, so I am reserving final judgement.

[Lord Popgun]

I have a little butt and the stock seat doesn't bother me. I'm glad too as I don't have to shell out for a new one!