12-30-2019, 10:43 PM
(12-30-2019, 02:12 PM)teamvisegrip_imp Wrote: I have read through this one and was kind of giggling about it. I am 6' 2" and unfortunately like the Tiddler Bikes. I bought the 2014 CB1100 because it was a smaller bike for it's size. I did not want a huge Goldwing style bike. I did not want a bike that felt big to me. I have worked on a number of different big bikes and they felt "Big" to me. I did not like them at all. The CB1100 felt just right for me. I absolutely love it.The CB1100 was gobs of fun to ride, don't get me wrong. I'm just looking for something a bit more comfortable for daily commutes and weekend getaways. I don't consider Gold Wing style bikes suitable for daily commuting (uber-heavy and not the greatest in city traffic). Not looking for a bike that feels "big" either, just one that puts me in a proper riding position for the style of bike. I felt squashed on the CB1100 (legs at acute angle, bars too close).
I have an XL600 and it feels Great also. In fact it is the only bike I can ride for long distances and not have my wrists get that numb feeling.
Besides the 1983 CB1000F, I owned a 1976 KZ900 when I was about 19 years old. It was a large, scary fast bike in its time and even the local police used them. Checking out a Z900RS this weekend. Dealer wants $7999 (only 200 miles). Was returned to dealer because the buyer said it was "too tall". I've heard they have twitchy throttles... we'll see.