11-19-2016, 12:00 PM
(11-17-2016, 05:18 AM)LongRanger_imp Wrote: Great story and write up. Congrats on your new bike! I'm just sorry it's November in NY -- this'll make for a very long winter!
It's been asked before -- how many more leftover '14's does Honda have in its warehouse?
Edit: I suppose it's November everywhere. That was a stupid thing to say.
I tried asking my salesperson and she said she didn't know how many are left. Whether she could find out or not is unknown.
(11-18-2016, 12:34 PM)Flynrider_imp Wrote:(11-17-2016, 03:37 AM)suhawk305_imp Wrote: Yes, I knew all along in this deal that the Standard model is not equipped with ABS. At least on my part, in my thread, I praised the disc brakes due to its instant response when I engage them. I also based my delight with the disc brakes when I compared them to my almost 50 year old CB77 Superhawk, with twin lead drum brakes. Up to now, my CB77 was my daily rider. I know this comparison is like comparing apples and oranges.
BTW, The CB1100 Forum is a great source of info, especially for a guy like me! Do not be surprised I reach out and ask questions Like "Where is the Kick Starter and which direction do you kick it?" JUST KIDDING ON THAT ONE...
More like comparing a dried up, shriveled, fifty year old apple with a fresh, juicy orange
I recently had the reverse experience. I got the opportunity to go for a ride on a '70 CB750 a few weeks ago. It was like a trip back to the stone age. Those ancient brakes and suspensions were great in their day, but felt so crude compared to a modern CB. You probably feel like someone who traded in a handcrank model T for a modern sports car!
Congrats on the new ride. I'm sure you'll love it!
More like comparing a dried up, shriveled, fifty year old apple with a fresh, juicy orange
I recently had the reverse experience. I got the opportunity to go for a ride on a '70 CB750 a few weeks ago. It was like a trip back to the stone age. Those ancient brakes and suspensions were great in their day, but felt so crude compared to a modern CB. You probably feel like someone who traded in a handcrank model T for a modern sports car!
Congrats on the new ride. I'm sure you'll love it!
(11-18-2016, 12:34 PM)Flynrider_imp Wrote:(11-17-2016, 03:37 AM)suhawk305_imp Wrote: Yes, I knew all along in this deal that the Standard model is not equipped with ABS. At least on my part, in my thread, I praised the disc brakes due to its instant response when I engage them. I also based my delight with the disc brakes when I compared them to my almost 50 year old CB77 Superhawk, with twin lead drum brakes. Up to now, my CB77 was my daily rider. I know this comparison is like comparing apples and oranges.
BTW, The CB1100 Forum is a great source of info, especially for a guy like me! Do not be surprised I reach out and ask questions Like "Where is the Kick Starter and which direction do you kick it?" JUST KIDDING ON THAT ONE...
More like comparing a dried up, shriveled, fifty year old apple with a fresh, juicy orange
I recently had the reverse experience. I got the opportunity to go for a ride on a '70 CB750 a few weeks ago. It was like a trip back to the stone age. Those ancient brakes and suspensions were great in their day, but felt so crude compared to a modern CB. You probably feel like someone who traded in a handcrank model T for a modern sports car!
Congrats on the new ride. I'm sure you'll love it!
More like comparing a dried up, shriveled, fifty year old apple with a fresh, juicy orange
I recently had the reverse experience. I got the opportunity to go for a ride on a '70 CB750 a few weeks ago. It was like a trip back to the stone age. Those ancient brakes and suspensions were great in their day, but felt so crude compared to a modern CB. You probably feel like someone who traded in a handcrank model T for a modern sports car!
Congrats on the new ride. I'm sure you'll love it!
So true!
(11-18-2016, 02:06 PM)Ben70_imp Wrote: Hey, suhawk. Don't kick yourself because you think you might have gotten a better deal. I had a similar experience knowing I could have saved some money when I purchased my 2013 used (very lightly) at a local dealer, but I liked buying local and had been drooling over the silly thing all summer. It is worth every penny and then some. I never even think about what I paid for it anymore. Besides, we can't maintain the value of our investment if they sell too cheap
Thanks for your advise!