04-04-2021, 12:04 AM
Okay, so I have 100 miles on my 2014 CB1100. It had 6500 when I bought it.
How does the bike fit me ? I like the footpeg position. I did have to adjust the shifter lever a bit as it didnt allow my boot to fit under, but that was easy fix. The seat actually feels pretty good..for a stock seat. Maybe that will change as I ride longer, but I have definitely seen worse. Handlebars are just a little low for my liking. Might have to check into bar risers . This forum will help me review options there.
I really like the sound of the bike with the stock pipe. It sounds smooth and has ust enough volume to suit me. The bike is a little heavy to push around, but not excessive.
On to the ride. Engine is very smooth. I dont feel a lot of vibration. Bike is easy to steer and corners well. It actually feels small as I ride and the weight I noticed when pushing it around has vanished. Clutch and gears are extremely smooth, just as I have come to expect from Honda. I have not really pushed the bike yet, but I feel like there is more than enough power there to keep me satisfied. I will be looking into a windscreen of some sort.
Finally, when I pulled into a gas station 2 minutes into my 1st ride, a guy walked by and said....love the looks of that bike. I have to agree. The fit and finish of my 7 year old bike is still showroom new. I love the retro look. I am excited to really get to know the bike and continue to read more from the folks here who have some years and many miles of experience with the CB 1100.
How does the bike fit me ? I like the footpeg position. I did have to adjust the shifter lever a bit as it didnt allow my boot to fit under, but that was easy fix. The seat actually feels pretty good..for a stock seat. Maybe that will change as I ride longer, but I have definitely seen worse. Handlebars are just a little low for my liking. Might have to check into bar risers . This forum will help me review options there.
I really like the sound of the bike with the stock pipe. It sounds smooth and has ust enough volume to suit me. The bike is a little heavy to push around, but not excessive.
On to the ride. Engine is very smooth. I dont feel a lot of vibration. Bike is easy to steer and corners well. It actually feels small as I ride and the weight I noticed when pushing it around has vanished. Clutch and gears are extremely smooth, just as I have come to expect from Honda. I have not really pushed the bike yet, but I feel like there is more than enough power there to keep me satisfied. I will be looking into a windscreen of some sort.
Finally, when I pulled into a gas station 2 minutes into my 1st ride, a guy walked by and said....love the looks of that bike. I have to agree. The fit and finish of my 7 year old bike is still showroom new. I love the retro look. I am excited to really get to know the bike and continue to read more from the folks here who have some years and many miles of experience with the CB 1100.