07-28-2019, 05:21 AM
EX, I've owned my Monkey for about seven months. The biggest difference between it and your K-11 is 4-stroke vs. 2-stroke. The Honda is no powerhouse but that little engine is fairly grunty, and in typical Honda fashion, doesn't mind being wound out. It makes reasonable power throughout the rev range. Anyway, it's a pleasure to ride, but you'll be limited to about 40-45 mph. The other limitation to speed, at least on mine, is the stock tires. They're fine but they don't give a very smooth ride as speed increases. I've seen 51 mph on one particular downhill stretch and it wasn't very confidence-inspiring. I'll likely install street-oriented tires when these wear out.
I can't comment on the shift linkage modification but I would suggest you buy and ride your '20 before worrying about modifying the linkage. Mine shifts as effortlessly and precisely as my CB1100. Absolutely no complaints or concerns. I've never, not even once, hit a false neutral.
Also, don't sweat the lack of rear ABS. The brakes aren't that powerful to begin with and I doubt you could get them to lock up, even in an evasive maneuver.
I can't comment on the shift linkage modification but I would suggest you buy and ride your '20 before worrying about modifying the linkage. Mine shifts as effortlessly and precisely as my CB1100. Absolutely no complaints or concerns. I've never, not even once, hit a false neutral.
Also, don't sweat the lack of rear ABS. The brakes aren't that powerful to begin with and I doubt you could get them to lock up, even in an evasive maneuver.