08-18-2013, 02:06 AM
(08-17-2013, 11:58 AM)mmrabit_imp Wrote: I took a 25 mile test ride today on a CB1100, I was really looking forward to getting to ride the motorcycle.
It wasn't what I was expecting, I love the way it looks, and it is a Honda which is always a good thing.
I was disappointed in the power and it was kind of buzzy, hadn't rode an inline 4 for about 35 years so I wasn't sure what to expect, but coming off a BMW R1150R it is way way different.
I still want to like the bike though!
Do you get used to the vibes when it hits about 4500 rpm and above[/b]?
does it smooth out with age?
Just curious, because I REALLY like the look of the bike.
Yes, I notice a slight buzz in the tank, grips and now the seat since I upgraded to a Corbin. Not buzzy enough to be problematic for me, but everyone's mileage varies. We all have our tolerance levels. There are cures for (tubular) handlebar buzz like filling them with lead shot (very cheap fix) or a Barsnake.
My Harley Electra Glide shakes enough to blur my vision slightly at speed, but my BMW K1600 (six-cylinders) is turbine smooth everywhere. Some reviews I've read (Rider for one) say Honda staggered the intake valve timing in order to rough up the CB1100's power delivery in a way reminicent of the old 750's. I'd have preferred they design it to be as smooth as possible but I think the CB has other more pressing shortcomings like the seat and suspension.
As far as the bike being a bit short on power (hardly!) that's a fairly easy "problem" to fix - simple bolt-on's like muffler's, air filters, and Power Commander's. Given time, the aftermarket will likely deliver the goodies we want in that department. I'm considering replacing the countershaft sprocket to drop the rpm's a little. Ha!
- The Bee
