Bummed by a test ride

[Firstfour_imp]

I'll chime in that not only does the bike like to be in the 3000-4500 rpm range, it also does not seem "unhappy" near the red line. Not sure what the OP is feeling for the engine, but it's not unhappiness.

Maybe because he was coming off a 600 sport and Speed Triple, and the CB1100 is tuned for torque with a really linear power curve, it feels odd to not have a high RPM "hit". Perhaps a CB1000R or even BMW S1000R would have more appeal?

I also test rode a 2013 at my dealer. I'm a wing rider, but would like to downsize sometime in the next year. I did love the way the bike handled and rode, it was great fun Also the bike feels quite flickable compared to my 900+ lb Hondapotumus (2012 GL1800)

Negatives.... well no windshield... maybe I would get used to that. I probably need a better riding jacket for sure. Also the engine is definitely BUZZY. But... It did pull nice and strong, so maybe the buzz isn't all that bad

I gotta think about... Overall ... FUN!

Lol. An electric bike would feel buzzy compared to a Wing!