08-21-2016, 09:13 AM
(08-21-2016, 07:57 AM)RockHop_imp Wrote:(08-21-2016, 07:00 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: ABS is really just catching on with U.S. riders. For the most part U.S. riders haven't wanted ABS on their bikes, that is why it has always been a upcharge option here in the states, and come standard in other countries around the world. It will take government intrusion to get ABS mandatory on motorcycles here I'm afraid. In this country Americans don't want the extra weight, expense, or complexity and many feel they can brake better without it, whether they can or not.
Doubt the CB would have been a better seller had ABS come standard.
As a general statement that may be true, but I wonder if it is true for the generally (see forum age poll results below) older* folks who actually buy the CB1100?
* I'm 65, so I can say older
CB1100 forum age poll
16-25 3.35%
26-35 12.94%
36-45 16.13%
46-55 29.53%
56-65 29.83%
66-75 7.46%
75+ 0.76%
I wonder how much riding experience goes with the age percentages? Like Mr. Ferret mentioned, those of us with decades of riding under our belts don't put as big an emphasis on ABS. It's that attitude that we haven't had it before, so why pay for it now. Not to mention the added complexity.
Also like the others have brought up, the msrp of the CB1100 puts it with some strong competition. Even in its own company. Getting the price down under $8k has made it popular now! That and the great reputation we as riders have broadcasted to the biking community.
Too many good motorcycles. Too little time! And money!!!
