07-13-2016, 06:10 AM
I just turned 67 and have been living off of social security benefits and my military retirement pension, so I qualify as an "old geezer". I'm in fair health, but grossly overweight. I had a cancer scare last year, but my doctor got rid of it in time. My riding days were essentially over, or so I thought. I still had a really nice sport bike, which had turned into a garage queen, so I sold it last year. But retirement life can be quite boring, so I soon got two new bikes, both Triumphs and much more comfortable to ride, if only just for recreational pursuits.
My Honda CB1100 is now my favorite bike to ride. It is certainly not punishing like a sport bikes. It is a UJM" with a very sensible riding position and the engine is VERY SMOOTH. The six speed tranny, only available since 2014, has received many kudos as well! I love just looking at this bike parked in my garage. It is a beautiful machine!
Bottom line, the CB1100 is a great choice for the "aging" among us and affordable even on a relatively modest income. I still don't ride very often these days, mostly because I prefer riding when the weather is ideally suited for old geezers like me, which all too often is either too hot, too cold and/or too windy or perhaps just too likely to rain.
My advice is to go for it, because I believe the CB1100 is the perfect choice for someone in your stage of life. It sure as hell is a great relief for any signs of a lingering mid life crisis. Good luck!
My Honda CB1100 is now my favorite bike to ride. It is certainly not punishing like a sport bikes. It is a UJM" with a very sensible riding position and the engine is VERY SMOOTH. The six speed tranny, only available since 2014, has received many kudos as well! I love just looking at this bike parked in my garage. It is a beautiful machine!
Bottom line, the CB1100 is a great choice for the "aging" among us and affordable even on a relatively modest income. I still don't ride very often these days, mostly because I prefer riding when the weather is ideally suited for old geezers like me, which all too often is either too hot, too cold and/or too windy or perhaps just too likely to rain.
My advice is to go for it, because I believe the CB1100 is the perfect choice for someone in your stage of life. It sure as hell is a great relief for any signs of a lingering mid life crisis. Good luck!