02-07-2014, 09:23 AM
Not a good idea. Many will say, sure, take it easy and you'll be fine.
The bike is 540 pounds and while 88 HP may not sound like much in these times of 180 HP superbikes, it's a hell of a lot of power for new rider. So is 540 pounds of weight you've got to control with skill, finesse, and lots of planning ahead.
Honda's got a whole slew of excellent bikes for new riders and the CB1100 is not one of them.
Or, you can start your flight training in a P-51 Mustang...and repeat after me: "torque roll..."
The bike is 540 pounds and while 88 HP may not sound like much in these times of 180 HP superbikes, it's a hell of a lot of power for new rider. So is 540 pounds of weight you've got to control with skill, finesse, and lots of planning ahead.
Honda's got a whole slew of excellent bikes for new riders and the CB1100 is not one of them.
Or, you can start your flight training in a P-51 Mustang...and repeat after me: "torque roll..."