12-11-2023, 03:53 AM
1200 cc definite performance difference over 883
Rubber mount probably more comfortable for distances. My solid mount was fine for 250 mile days.
Full suspension a DEFINITE plus, as the lowered models had significantly reduced lean angles.
Cast wheels = tubeless tires, which for me became a must for a street bike. My last laced wheels were on the 1976 CB750F (no punctures in 38K miles, fortunately), excluding dirt bikes.
I am OK with a single disc front, but I don't use brakes that much.
Mid controls absolutely.
I think you will find your tank is 3.3 gallons. 4.5 gallon tanks were available on very few models.
FI began in 2007. 2007-2009 wiring has some issues parked / riding in the rain as water would flow over the fuse box/relays. Suggest cleaning both sides of fuse box and use new relays. Other than simplified wiring in 2010 - 2013 (CANBus in 2014), 2008 is a decent EFI year.
Enjoy your project.
My favorite bikes of the 22 owned since 1963:
1976 Honda CB750F
2002 H-D Sportster 1200 Sport
2014 Honda CB1100 (4 into 1)
2023 Moto Guzzi V7-850
Now back to occasional lurk mode.
Rubber mount probably more comfortable for distances. My solid mount was fine for 250 mile days.
Full suspension a DEFINITE plus, as the lowered models had significantly reduced lean angles.
Cast wheels = tubeless tires, which for me became a must for a street bike. My last laced wheels were on the 1976 CB750F (no punctures in 38K miles, fortunately), excluding dirt bikes.
I am OK with a single disc front, but I don't use brakes that much.
Mid controls absolutely.
I think you will find your tank is 3.3 gallons. 4.5 gallon tanks were available on very few models.
FI began in 2007. 2007-2009 wiring has some issues parked / riding in the rain as water would flow over the fuse box/relays. Suggest cleaning both sides of fuse box and use new relays. Other than simplified wiring in 2010 - 2013 (CANBus in 2014), 2008 is a decent EFI year.
Enjoy your project.
My favorite bikes of the 22 owned since 1963:
1976 Honda CB750F
2002 H-D Sportster 1200 Sport
2014 Honda CB1100 (4 into 1)
2023 Moto Guzzi V7-850
Now back to occasional lurk mode.