07-04-2013, 01:08 AM
(07-03-2013, 06:55 AM)McSpofforson_imp Wrote: Whew, thanks all - exactly what I was hoping to hear.My current bike's a GB500, so I'd be getting used to a slightly different riding posture (and, obviously, throwing around a bigger/heavier machine).
I'm a around 5.5', 125(ish) lbs. Only been on one in a local showroom, and was able to flatfoot in my (slightly thick-soled) riding boots. So I'm not too worried about being stopped at lights or whatnot. And I was quite impressed by how "light" it felt - very nice center of gravity/balance.
My wife's bike is also a GB500 and she says she's gonna ride my CB1100.
I think it will be perfect for her. and should work good for you too.
As far as dropping it, it'll be no harder for you to get it upright than it would be for any of us to pick up most any big cruiser on the market.
That doesn't stop people from buying them... I wouldn't worry about dropping it. You will love the ride and I have absolutely no problem with my 125 lb wife riding mine.
BTW my wife's first bike was an R100RS at about 550 lbs. A bigger bike and much harder to ride than the CB.