Kawasaki Z900RS

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Tezza... I've always contended that the CB1100 is as small as a 1975 eras 750 but I am relying on a 45 year memory. When you climb on your KZ900 and then climb on the CB1100 does it feel that way to you?

The Honda and the Kawasaki have almost identical weight,wheelbase,horsepower and seat height. The only thing that separates them is the induction and exhaust note and a little more vibes on the Kawa.(and having to turn off the fuel tap).Of course the Kawasaki will always hold a lot more memories. I won't be around to say that about the Honda in 2054.

The Honda and the Kawasaki have almost identical weight,wheelbase,horsepower and seat height.
Yep. When oldtimers ask me about the CB1100's power, weight, etc... I tell 'em that it's pretty much the same as the late 70s/early 80s liter bikes that the CB emulates. When you look up the specs for the old CB/KZ/GS/XS bikes, they look pretty familiar

Yep. When oldtimers ask me about the CB1100's power, weight, etc... I tell 'em that it's pretty much the same as the late 70s/early 80s liter bikes that the CB emulates. When you look up the specs for the old CB/KZ/GS/XS bikes, they look pretty familiar
My recollection between the cb1100 vs. cb1100F is different ....in that I feel the 1100F was more geared for the hard core racer, and required far more concentration and throttle control. The 1100F seat height was taller too, so for my short 5'5" size, I struggled heavily with keeping it balanced when I come to a rest. whereas this new 1100's seat height is perfect for me. I've never felt like I needed to be cautious with riding the new 1100. Furthermore, the new CB1100 outhandles, outbrake, outdo the old 1100F in every way imaginable, except 1 - accelerating from 40 to 130mph. This is where the 1100F just kicks you in the nots!
it pulls wheelies pulling 2nd and 3rd w/ authority, whereas my new 1100 goes through the gears so w/ authority, but hardly any drama. Just smooth as butter...and I like it that way now that I've gotten gray hairs.