02-07-2014, 02:52 PM
So I'm giving thought to getting a CB11 DLX when they come out, and have a few questions:
~Cylinders--electroplated? Sleeve liners? I had a very negative experience with my '98 Honda VTR1000 Superhawk, and I don't trust electroplated cylinders. It's become common industry practice (Honda is one of the most heinous producers of dispos-a-bikes IMO) to electroplate limp, low-grade aluminum and bore the cylinders into the top half of the crankcase. IMO a distinct cylinder block with a ferrous sleeve or lining is a superior design, and it appears the CB11 has one.
~Valve actuation--shim-under-bucket? Locknut/screw? Other? I'd prefer shim-under-bucket. They're a PITA to adjust, but they're smoother, quieter, and more robust over the long-run.
~Two mufflers vs. One--I like the visual symmetry of the DLX's dual mufflers, but I generally believe the opinion that 4-into-1 is more efficient: provides better fuel economy and more power. But it's better to look good than to feel good, if you know what I'm saying....
Got more questions, but I'd probably better spoon them out in small doses. Many thanks in advance for any information & guidance.
-Calamarichris in Carlsbad, CA
Many of my questions can be answered with this one:
Does anyone know where I can find online exploded parts diagrams?
Kawasaki has it in the owner-information page on their website, but I can't find it on Honda's site.
~Cylinders--electroplated? Sleeve liners? I had a very negative experience with my '98 Honda VTR1000 Superhawk, and I don't trust electroplated cylinders. It's become common industry practice (Honda is one of the most heinous producers of dispos-a-bikes IMO) to electroplate limp, low-grade aluminum and bore the cylinders into the top half of the crankcase. IMO a distinct cylinder block with a ferrous sleeve or lining is a superior design, and it appears the CB11 has one.
~Valve actuation--shim-under-bucket? Locknut/screw? Other? I'd prefer shim-under-bucket. They're a PITA to adjust, but they're smoother, quieter, and more robust over the long-run.
~Two mufflers vs. One--I like the visual symmetry of the DLX's dual mufflers, but I generally believe the opinion that 4-into-1 is more efficient: provides better fuel economy and more power. But it's better to look good than to feel good, if you know what I'm saying....
Got more questions, but I'd probably better spoon them out in small doses. Many thanks in advance for any information & guidance.
-Calamarichris in Carlsbad, CA
Many of my questions can be answered with this one:
Does anyone know where I can find online exploded parts diagrams?
Kawasaki has it in the owner-information page on their website, but I can't find it on Honda's site.