06-28-2019, 05:33 AM
(06-26-2019, 10:37 PM)colbrt_imp Wrote: New member, old rider here.
Let's start this off by saying, I want a red one. To me, there's just something about those Honda candy colors, and I've owned too many black bikes through the years.
Considering trading my Versys on a nice used 2013. (Yes, they are very different bikes, it's just time for something else.) I know there were some changes made on the 2014 deluxe model that sound rather appealing to me (except I think I prefer the 4-into-1, reminds me of my 400F a bit.) My riding is primarily PA backroads; 45-55 mph stuff... if I'm doing highway, it's just a way to get to work or between the roads I want to be on (or to get home before dark.) I know it's a personal decision, but, was the '14 really that much better?
My other bike right now is a CTX700. Don't hate me, it's DCT.
I looked for a long time and even test road a 2014 Black CB1100 but I too just had to have a RED one. 2014 Deluxe's are hard to find used, I watched one nearby that seller was asking $7,900 with only 3k miles, but could not justify the price to age since no warranty was left.
In the end I recently lucked out on my 2013 Red CB for less than half the above price and only 1800 original miles. Spent $100 to replace a few cosmetic items (scratches and light rust) and she looks almost brand new.
Yes 6 gears was an improvement for distance between fill ups and the silver engine looks good as well, but there are lots of 2014's in black for sale as well as 2013's in Red.
Take your time, find the right seller, and either year will not disappoint!
