11-17-2016, 01:35 PM
I come from 2 and a half years on a KLR. The high seat height and 90 degree knee bend from seat to pegs proved comfortable enough for an 11,000 mile trip to Alaska and back to Wisconsin this year. It was this trip I learned I really didn't have the patience for most off-road, so I'm looking at getting something different. My top three choices at the moment are in tune with the scrambler/classic standard style:
- Triumph Scrambler/Street Scrambler
- Ducati Scrambler/Desert Sled
- CB1100
I generally want an 80/20 on/off-road bike. I know the CB is nowhere "meant" to be offroad, but just something that'll do gravel and some very light trails if NEEDED. Here are my concerns/questions in order of priority:
1. For tall riders (6' 2" or so), how are you finding knee and leg comfort after hours in the saddle? My longest days on the KLR were 500 miles, but generally 10 maybe 12 hours with breaks along the way. I see Samurider has some excellent taller seat options, but I just don't know if that option is "enough" without being able to try it. What are the recommended footpegs that could be more forward an inch or two without compromising shift/brake lever feel (or is there a way to extend either of those?)
2. Best sounding exhaust options that won't break the bank? After my test ride of the CB, I seriously felt like I was on an electric bike it was too quiet.
3. Is there a compatible skidplate option or would that have to be a one-off fabrication?
4. On my KLR I had soft luggage that held a whopping 120 liters of storage. I don't expect that on the CB, but I don't want purse-size luggage on each side, either. What are some good options for a weekend trip that really fit the look too?
5. If you've ridden the Triumph Bonnevilles, scramblers or even the Ducati Scrambler, how would you compare the CB?
Thank you in advance!
- Triumph Scrambler/Street Scrambler
- Ducati Scrambler/Desert Sled
- CB1100
I generally want an 80/20 on/off-road bike. I know the CB is nowhere "meant" to be offroad, but just something that'll do gravel and some very light trails if NEEDED. Here are my concerns/questions in order of priority:
1. For tall riders (6' 2" or so), how are you finding knee and leg comfort after hours in the saddle? My longest days on the KLR were 500 miles, but generally 10 maybe 12 hours with breaks along the way. I see Samurider has some excellent taller seat options, but I just don't know if that option is "enough" without being able to try it. What are the recommended footpegs that could be more forward an inch or two without compromising shift/brake lever feel (or is there a way to extend either of those?)
2. Best sounding exhaust options that won't break the bank? After my test ride of the CB, I seriously felt like I was on an electric bike it was too quiet.
3. Is there a compatible skidplate option or would that have to be a one-off fabrication?
4. On my KLR I had soft luggage that held a whopping 120 liters of storage. I don't expect that on the CB, but I don't want purse-size luggage on each side, either. What are some good options for a weekend trip that really fit the look too?
5. If you've ridden the Triumph Bonnevilles, scramblers or even the Ducati Scrambler, how would you compare the CB?
Thank you in advance!