02-26-2018, 11:33 AM
(02-26-2018, 09:56 AM)Cory_imp Wrote: Hi:
Hope no one minds - I did ask before, but am actually ready now.
The first bike that I sat on that I said, "Oh yes." about was a Moto Guzzi V7 Stone, but there's not a local dealer and am not into risking massive inconvenience (unless maybe it's a 2nd bike).
Having considered everything on 2 wheels, the next bike that I sat on and said, "I think this is it." was the Honda CB1100. Just seemed possibly perfect.
It will be my first road bike, but I'm a moderately accomplished former Amatuer motocross racer. Was even in MXA twice; in full-disclosure it was totally by accident and po'd my friends off who were much better than I.
The search for a pure standard motorcycle from a nearby dealership has fingers pointing to a Suzuki SV650, Yamaha XSR900, Suzuki Bandit 1250 or a Honda CB1100 EX.
My question, if you get a chance, is - Which ****** bike should I get?
Looking at making it happen within 2 months.
Thanks.
My 2014 CB1100 standard is 540 pounds wet. A significant difference over my 2016 Moto Guzzi V7II stone (417 pounds?). However, I rarely notice it, other than moving it around the garage. Although the last bike I had to pick up (3 times, off road) was my 2018 Yamaha XT250.
At my age, taking long trips to remote areas, I like Honda reliability.
The V7II shook almost as much as my Sportsters, so smoothness is also a major plus.
For durability, Yamaha would be closer to Honda, compared to Kawasaki or Suzuki, IMHO.
I would consider another Triumph, but I am boycotting the local Moto Guzzi - Triumph dealer.
