Design Disadvantages of the CB1100

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I'm in agreement with Ferret on this. I bought the CB1100 because it has the character that fits my riding style. What are considered shortcomings by some (usually younger riders) are virtues to me. Having owned many bikes with shim under bucket adjusters, in my experience they seldom need adjustment in a bike that is not ridden hard, read bounced off the rev limiter at every opportunity. And checking clearances on the CB looks to be quite simple. When I started riding in the 60's a motorcycle with over 80HP would be thought too powerful for mere mortals to ride. The CB1100 has far more power and speed potential than can be used legally on any public road and very few riders have the skills to ride this bike at it's full potential.

I would suggest a Triumph Speed Triple or the new Yamaha FZ-09. The Yamaha has so much potential and it's low entry price leaves much room for performance enhancements and a good bike for you Chris with your mechanical talents and intelligence.

Best of luck to you whatever you decide.