07-03-2018, 04:20 PM
I have had mine for four years too, also stock with the exception of a Chic Design screen, but I wouldn't say I still love my bike. I love it more each day!
When I first bought it I was not entirely convinced. At the time I had been riding twins for a long while, and I really wanted a BMW R9T. The problem was there were no BMWs available, and so after having tried a number of other alternatives I had a go on the CB1100 and came back with a huge smile on my face. That sealed the deal, but I was initially a little underwhelmed by the engine response.
Over time however I have come to appreciate this engine so much. Granted it does not have the brute power of my previous bike, but it is just so pleasant to ride. Still always puts a smile on my face, and I always revel in the quality and workmanship that has gone in to this bike.
I did attempt a modification, by putting a lower handlebar on it. I felt the position was a bit too upright, and wanted to be a little bit more on the front. However, this modification taught me that Honda got this bike perfectly right out of the shop. Any change to it sort of upsets this perfect balance they have achieved, and so I went back to the standard bar.
So yes, this bike makes me love it more each day. Perfection?
When I first bought it I was not entirely convinced. At the time I had been riding twins for a long while, and I really wanted a BMW R9T. The problem was there were no BMWs available, and so after having tried a number of other alternatives I had a go on the CB1100 and came back with a huge smile on my face. That sealed the deal, but I was initially a little underwhelmed by the engine response.
Over time however I have come to appreciate this engine so much. Granted it does not have the brute power of my previous bike, but it is just so pleasant to ride. Still always puts a smile on my face, and I always revel in the quality and workmanship that has gone in to this bike.
I did attempt a modification, by putting a lower handlebar on it. I felt the position was a bit too upright, and wanted to be a little bit more on the front. However, this modification taught me that Honda got this bike perfectly right out of the shop. Any change to it sort of upsets this perfect balance they have achieved, and so I went back to the standard bar.
So yes, this bike makes me love it more each day. Perfection?