12-11-2015, 01:14 PM
I'm fairly new to the bike too. It's definitely not a high-speed cruiser, which is fine considering that's not what most buyers are looking for. On my 2013, it seems most happy around 50-60 mph, but I know the 6-spds have a higher final drive.
As for "buzziness", it's nothing you wouldn't find on most other bikes, at least in my opinion. Despite Honda's built-in "character" with the cam, it's a really smooth ride. Without reading what I've read, I would never, ever suspect this engine was anything less than sewing-machine smooth. If you eventually find that you disagree, there are aluminum handlebars and heavier bar-end weights that can further reduce vibration, but I really can't see them ever being necessary. I've been riding a lot lately, and this thing gives me an ear-to-ear grin every time. The folks at Honda did a fantastic job with this thing.
As for "buzziness", it's nothing you wouldn't find on most other bikes, at least in my opinion. Despite Honda's built-in "character" with the cam, it's a really smooth ride. Without reading what I've read, I would never, ever suspect this engine was anything less than sewing-machine smooth. If you eventually find that you disagree, there are aluminum handlebars and heavier bar-end weights that can further reduce vibration, but I really can't see them ever being necessary. I've been riding a lot lately, and this thing gives me an ear-to-ear grin every time. The folks at Honda did a fantastic job with this thing.