Design Disadvantages of the CB1100

[the Ferret]

Here's my list of design failings of the CB:

1. It's air-cooled. What were they thinking? It's so much easier to control engine heat, and thus provide more power for comparable displacements, with water-cooling.

2. There's no fairing. Riders are exposed to the elements, including wind-blast, rain, and cold. A large, modern fairing would not only resolve those issues, but would also provide a location to install features such as "Infotainment" systems, GPS, satellite TV, etc.

3. No luggage. Where the heck are you supposed to put your hair dryer if you take a road trip? A large top case and side-bags would go a long way here.

4. Chain drive. Are you kidding me? A shaft drive would be quieter, cleaner, and virtually zero maintenance. CB buyers are stuck with cleaning and lubricating chains for the life of the motorcycle.

5. I-4 engine layout. This engine design is simply outdated. A V-4 or horizontally opposed 6 cylinder engine would produce more power and fewer vibrations.

6. Single headlight. Two headlights would provide better visibility for both the rider and surrounding traffic. Shame on Honda for not investing a few dollars more here.

So Spaceman,sounds like a Gold Wing or GW Valkyrie,or CTX 1300 fits your desires,what you say?? Honda makes bikes for a variety of tastes,needs,wants and desires!!!Well who would have imagines that.

So Spaceman,sounds like a Gold Wing or GW Valkyrie,or CTX 1300 fits your desires,what you say?? Honda makes bikes for a variety of tastes,needs,wants and desires!!!Well who would have imagines that. Methinks he was being just a bit facetious.

Methinks he was being just a bit facetious.
Well Spaceman did eventually get rid of his CB1100 for a water cooled, 3 cylinder Yamaha with fairing and bags, and dual headlights. If it had shaft drive, I suppose it would be perfect for him.

Heck that might be perfect for me lol