01-03-2018, 12:42 PM
I got to take a Z900RS for a short ride today after a customer who commited to buying the bike backed out. So, I knew that might be my only shot for a while to ride one. We only ordered one of these and we have had a ton of inquiries, so I don't expect it to last long.
When the bike first hit the showroom, I couldn't get over the proportions, especially the tank. It was much wider than I expected, but compromises are to be made when constructing a modern interpretation of a classic. Same goes for the single shock rear end and large gap between the tire and rear fender. It isn't as accurate an interpretation of a 1970s UJM as the CB1100, but it started to grow on me. There are some nice nods to the 1970s, like the gloss black swingarm and frame, cross laced-like cast wheels, and tuck and roll style seat. The bike is thoroughly modern in how it performs, which is really what impressed me most.
It's an upright sporty standard with a lot of sporty. It rides very nice, better than the regular Z900. I would love to fiddle with the suspension settings. It handles light and is well balanced. The engine has way more than enough stomp. It makes a delightful intake howl. The ergos feel great. The only nitpick I have is the tank feels ever so slightfully wide between my legs. I can't find any other faults so far.
I want one, but it comes down to not being ready to spend the money when I have a perfectly good and paid for CB1100.
When the bike first hit the showroom, I couldn't get over the proportions, especially the tank. It was much wider than I expected, but compromises are to be made when constructing a modern interpretation of a classic. Same goes for the single shock rear end and large gap between the tire and rear fender. It isn't as accurate an interpretation of a 1970s UJM as the CB1100, but it started to grow on me. There are some nice nods to the 1970s, like the gloss black swingarm and frame, cross laced-like cast wheels, and tuck and roll style seat. The bike is thoroughly modern in how it performs, which is really what impressed me most.
It's an upright sporty standard with a lot of sporty. It rides very nice, better than the regular Z900. I would love to fiddle with the suspension settings. It handles light and is well balanced. The engine has way more than enough stomp. It makes a delightful intake howl. The ergos feel great. The only nitpick I have is the tank feels ever so slightfully wide between my legs. I can't find any other faults so far.
I want one, but it comes down to not being ready to spend the money when I have a perfectly good and paid for CB1100.