10-01-2015, 12:17 PM
(10-01-2015, 06:05 AM)scout48_imp Wrote: Because I like louder bikes and would change factory exhaust you don't want me to even own the same bike as you? Kind of a shocking welcome from a forum mod. Loud pipes (exhaust mods are probably the most common mod to a bike) pale in comparison.
Popgun, thanks, That is one of the threads I read that got me interested in the idea. I may just PM gbpack89 and see if he had any tuning issues afterward since asking tech questions about loud pipes in the tech area brings disdain from forum moderation. Meet the nicest people on a Honda.
The forum members don't take kindly to young whippersnappers who would consider desecrating the glorious stock cb1100. Keep in mind, these new CB' s are made for people who remember owning or dreaming of the older models, and nearly all of the 2500 or so owners in the states seem to be old enough to be original riders. The few hundred forum members are all mainly retired, they have plenty of time to ceaselessly comment on how changing the bikes mechanicals is frowned upon. Frankly, it's not a very welcoming group unless you like black rubber on your brake levers or consider removing tank stickers a 'mod'.
Regarding the bonneville, from my limited understanding, this CB outperforms the bonnies, however the triumphs have tons of aftermarket parts and plenty of friendly forums. But if you want a super sweet ride that is just as rare, then find one of these bikes and live it up!