05-16-2014, 07:41 AM
Back in the 70's I rode my R75/5 with my girl friend at pillion. Our combined weight was better than 300lbs and the old air head Bimmer with about 55hp and a four speed tranny handled it all easily. The wife and I rode her 79 Kz650 all over Florida, switching pillion position at gas stops. Never had a problem with lack of power with the Kawasaki either. The CB1100 is a bloody rocket ship compared with these old bikes. I think we're just a bit spoiled these days.
