11-04-2015, 02:24 AM
I was hot to buy a 919 back in the day, but, after getting a chance to ride one I passed.
Two things stick in my mind; vibration and riding position.
Vibration was notable through the bars. At freeway speeds it got old fast.
Riding position put me forward over the tank, felt like I was sitting over the front wheel, nothing I could not get used to... but the vibration was a deal breaker for me.
American Honda did offer the fly screen here in the USA, I know because I bought one and pit it on my `92 750 NightHawk.
Two things stick in my mind; vibration and riding position.
Vibration was notable through the bars. At freeway speeds it got old fast.
Riding position put me forward over the tank, felt like I was sitting over the front wheel, nothing I could not get used to... but the vibration was a deal breaker for me.
(11-04-2015, 02:22 AM)Teamwalker_imp Wrote:(11-04-2015, 02:09 AM)MrGood_imp Wrote: Seem comfy looking, reliable, upright riding position, etc. What are some things to look out for on them, known issues, strengths or weaknesses? thanks.
Have a 2002 since new and agree with your good points. Really loved the look and that is main reason I bought. Honda aspect certainly a factor and I have had no regrets. Seems like biggest knock on bike was performance vs. cost at time (much like CB1100). Engine biased toward torque not horsepower and all feels good to me. Only knock I had was wind blast on long interstate runs. You really hang on from 60 mph up!
Bought small Honda fly screen available from British Honda. Disappointed that American Honda did not seem to support aftermarket like Brits do.
American Honda did offer the fly screen here in the USA, I know because I bought one and pit it on my `92 750 NightHawk.