CB1100 - Someone with Basic Skills

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Mike - If I read your post correctly, you are not planning on using this bike for long trips, so the relative comfort of the stock seat should not be an issue. As to the grips, I think there are many easy and cheap solutions. I use foam grips that slide over the stock grips, which I like many people here, find hard and small.

This bike is pretty close to perfect for the uses you intend for it. If you decide that longer trips are something of interest, then the CB will still be a good choice.

Good luck with your class and I hope you join the family.