03-28-2019, 12:19 AM
Always loved looking at BMW's, but never enjoyed riding them. I'm not one of those that enjoys "character", the rocking back and forth, the flat drone exhaust note, the weird switches, weird headlights, weird gauges etc. The few extra ponies the BMW has (96 vs 88) means nothing to me. When I ride my CB 1100, even after climbing off my 146 hp FJR, I think this CB is just perfection. Smooth, quiet, great brakes, great transmission, handles well, powerful, everything works together, and everything looks great. Will pull out of a corner in 3rd or 4th gear at 3000 rpms and will run 80 mph on the freeway at 4000 rpms in 6th. IMO it's just a great motorcycle, and at the prices they can be bought for just an outstanding bargain to boot.
