12-05-2023, 08:04 AM
I'll offer my thoughts. Back in 2015 I rode my 2000 CB750 Nighthawk (with around 14,000 miles) to the dealer with the intention of trading for a 2014 CB1100 they had on the floor. However when I sat on the CB1100 it was less roomy and comfortable than my Nighthawk (which did have a great Corbin seat). On the stock CB1100 the bump in the seat positioned me too close to the tank which further aggravated the slightly higher foot pegs. Then there was also the occasional valve adjustments to factor in.
However it did have more power and torque, better brakes, FI (which I far prefer over carbs), 6-speed with a nice tall 6th gear, to my eye better looks, and 14 years newer everything. But after factoring in everything I decided to hold off trading.
I continued riding the Nighthawk but often wished for just a bit more torque. Also the bike always used oil, not a lot but it'd not reach 3,000 miles (when I changed oil) without having to add some more Mobil 1 4T to move it off the add line, which bothered me. Eventually I simply became bored and sold it. But I missed having an air cooled in-line 4 cylinder motorcycle. I didn't want to go too old though and kept thinking about the CB1100.
Forward to 2021 I saw a used 2014 CB1100 with only 2K and ended up buying it. I had Corbin make a seat that both raised and moved me slightly back which made a huge improvement for my 32" legs. Also added a quick release National Cycle shield, Honda luggage rack and center stand, and soft throw over panniers. It's just a nice versatile UJM with plenty of power which is exactly what I wanted. I usually ride the bike naked (the bike not me!) but for longer rides I just add the shield and soft bags, and off we go. I love this motorcycle and as set up is just a nicer, more fun bike to ride (at least for me) than the 750 Nighthawk was.
However it did have more power and torque, better brakes, FI (which I far prefer over carbs), 6-speed with a nice tall 6th gear, to my eye better looks, and 14 years newer everything. But after factoring in everything I decided to hold off trading.
I continued riding the Nighthawk but often wished for just a bit more torque. Also the bike always used oil, not a lot but it'd not reach 3,000 miles (when I changed oil) without having to add some more Mobil 1 4T to move it off the add line, which bothered me. Eventually I simply became bored and sold it. But I missed having an air cooled in-line 4 cylinder motorcycle. I didn't want to go too old though and kept thinking about the CB1100.
Forward to 2021 I saw a used 2014 CB1100 with only 2K and ended up buying it. I had Corbin make a seat that both raised and moved me slightly back which made a huge improvement for my 32" legs. Also added a quick release National Cycle shield, Honda luggage rack and center stand, and soft throw over panniers. It's just a nice versatile UJM with plenty of power which is exactly what I wanted. I usually ride the bike naked (the bike not me!) but for longer rides I just add the shield and soft bags, and off we go. I love this motorcycle and as set up is just a nicer, more fun bike to ride (at least for me) than the 750 Nighthawk was.