12-24-2014, 07:08 AM
(12-24-2014, 02:10 AM)Capo_imp Wrote: I think part of the problem is Honda in general. They really have thrown some spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks, with some strange new models. Their current range is mostly uninspiring, albeit high quality. And they do price their products at a premium. My sense is that many enthusiasts that might have eyes the CB and other Hondas have moved on the European brands.
I can understand that thought. At the same time, I recall having Iooked at the Triumph and BMW and Italian offerings before buying the CB. The primary reasons I did not buy an European offering were a love for the Japanese four cylinder bikes, and the Honda four cylinder in particular. I also felt the CB line has a great reputation over and above anything else I Iooked at. Plus as a child of the 70s, I remember how crappy most bikes were compared to the Japanese fours back then and am still convinced these bikes will outlast any offering and exceed any offering in quality of build and reliability.
I am afraid the younger generation will want to buy high powered sport/racing bikes. These younger buyers are not from that time when everyone knew Harleys were oil leaking junkers to avoid so instead they are easily seduced by the dark side. Our bike is a classic and like classics they are loved by classics which means a limited customer base. But who cares? They were sold when we wanted one and we only need to buy one....okay, never mind that last point, some of us have bought two.
