01-17-2022, 02:26 AM
(01-16-2022, 09:53 PM)PaulBWatertownCT_imp Wrote: Just for fun, why not head down to the [url=http://cb1100forum.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?fid=8]Other Bikes section of the forum and tell us about some of the bikes you've owned or still own that you really like and why?
*The reasons some riders own a procession of different motorcycles may well be an interesting topic to be explored during the winter months. Or not. Just saying'.
Cormanus,
I’ve taken you up on that request and posted on the “other bikes” section. Hopefully it will give some perspective on my position.
Thanks for allowing the conversation. Since I still own two on CBs, maybe I’m still welcome in some way.
Riders are always welcome, PaulB, whether current CB1100 owners or not.
I think some of us took issue with your conclusion this bike is "terrible to live with" because you base your assessment partly on subjective reactions--the seat, being top-heavy, for example. Others like the seat, like the weight. And you express dismay at the valve check interval and the fact they are not the type you would prefer--a valid critique, but that's known before purchase. Same with the 18" rear tire size. The headers can be kept clean looking if one wants.
But with a statement like this: "The uncomfortable nature of these bikes will ensure low miles." That seems like you're just trying to poke the bear when expressed on a forum that generally appreciates the bike for what it is and more than a few ride the bejeezers out their bikes.
If you had raised the question: "which one, the '13, the '14 or the later '17ex?" as several did before purchase, you would have found most of the issues you raised addressed substantially. Too bad you didn't buy the '17ex: valve clearance raised to 12k miles, header pipe is chrome-covered so no discoloration, the suspension was improved dramatically in the eyes of some owners. But, you would have hated the squealing front brakes that several EX owners have and the seat likely wouldn't have met your needs for 2up riding.
Anyway, that's the last I'll say of it, and look forward to your other bike comments. Looks like you've owned a number of beautiful bikes.