To CB1100 or NOT

[cb400four_imp]

Thanks for your replys and insight guys...

I think what I need to do... is get my CB350 running properly (braking and carburation) and see if this holds back my urge to buy a standard (CB1100).

In the meantime, I need to locate a dealer that will allow a test ride of the bike... the few I have contacted do not.

If I am still obsessing after the CB350 is fully resurrected - I will pursue the CB1100 new and/or the used market next season.

I am thinking one way or another.... this bike is eventually going to be in my garage - my guess is that riding it will seal the deal.

I think many of the comments on this thread are spot on, specifically, the CB350 and CB1100 are very different bikes which complement each other rather than are substitutes for each other; they sit on opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of physical size, usable torque characteristics, parts availability / dealer support, cost, etc.

I'd buy the CB1100 first and then refine the CB350; my '75 CB400F will be restored this winter while the summer is being spent riding the CB1100.