07-12-2015, 05:50 AM
Hi,
I am a long time lurker and a first time poster. I had Triumph Scrambler in 2013 and now I have an urge to own a classic bike again. I think Honda CB1100 is a better bike than Triumph Scrambler/Bonneville line at its current discounted price at most dealers, but I am not sure with the current state of CB1100 in the US, if I should go for one. I see a few available on Craigslist and I think I am going to buy slightly used to save money.
Hence, I need your help to help me decide:
[li]If I understand correctly, Honda has discontinued CB1100 in the US. How hard will it be to get replacement parts and accessories for this bike going forward?[/li] [li]What's a good price (range) for a used 2014 CB1100 with less than 3K miles and a full aftermarket exhaust? I see a lot of new 2014 models listed for just under $8K at dealerships.[/li] [li]Is 2014 with 6th gear noticeably better than 2013 for highway riding or should I keep an eye out for both 2013 and 2014 models?[/li] [li]Any other reliability issues or anything else I should be aware of before I pull the trigger on one?
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Thanks in advance!
I am a long time lurker and a first time poster. I had Triumph Scrambler in 2013 and now I have an urge to own a classic bike again. I think Honda CB1100 is a better bike than Triumph Scrambler/Bonneville line at its current discounted price at most dealers, but I am not sure with the current state of CB1100 in the US, if I should go for one. I see a few available on Craigslist and I think I am going to buy slightly used to save money.
Hence, I need your help to help me decide:
[li]If I understand correctly, Honda has discontinued CB1100 in the US. How hard will it be to get replacement parts and accessories for this bike going forward?[/li] [li]What's a good price (range) for a used 2014 CB1100 with less than 3K miles and a full aftermarket exhaust? I see a lot of new 2014 models listed for just under $8K at dealerships.[/li] [li]Is 2014 with 6th gear noticeably better than 2013 for highway riding or should I keep an eye out for both 2013 and 2014 models?[/li] [li]Any other reliability issues or anything else I should be aware of before I pull the trigger on one?
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Thanks in advance!