04-19-2014, 11:10 PM
I traded in my HD Sportster for a CB1100 yesterday. I can't say how much I enjoy the smooth, powerful engine. My favorite bike was my Triumph Street Triple but its pillion seat was a bit too small. The only gripe is its going to cost a lot to get this bike setup for a passenger. I'm thinking of GIVI or HEPCO with the back rest pad. Which is the better product and which product will ship the fastest?
Begin Rant:
The sales people--as I find with almost EVERY metric shop I frequent--didn't know crap about their product line. That is one reason I always tend to purchase HD or Triumph because those sales people tend to be fans, too. Except for the color of the bike and things he could read off the tag his only use was to run back to the shop and ask questions for me. How can you sale stuff you know almost nothing about?!? Except for that annoyance he was very nice and did run back to the shop to get answers to the questions I asked. I sure hope that mechanics they hire are more skilled in their area than the sales staff.
End Rant
I swore I would never get a bike with a chain but the shaft maintenance looks to be a big PITA and there is nothing with a belt that interests me. At least this bike, unlike the street, comes with a proper centerstand which should make adjustments much easier.
My first long trip will be down to College Station first week of May to help my daughter pack. After that trip I'll determine if I need a shield.
Begin Rant:
The sales people--as I find with almost EVERY metric shop I frequent--didn't know crap about their product line. That is one reason I always tend to purchase HD or Triumph because those sales people tend to be fans, too. Except for the color of the bike and things he could read off the tag his only use was to run back to the shop and ask questions for me. How can you sale stuff you know almost nothing about?!? Except for that annoyance he was very nice and did run back to the shop to get answers to the questions I asked. I sure hope that mechanics they hire are more skilled in their area than the sales staff.
End Rant
I swore I would never get a bike with a chain but the shaft maintenance looks to be a big PITA and there is nothing with a belt that interests me. At least this bike, unlike the street, comes with a proper centerstand which should make adjustments much easier.
My first long trip will be down to College Station first week of May to help my daughter pack. After that trip I'll determine if I need a shield.