How good is the CB 1100?

[The A-man]

What happened to the member who was describing a nasty vibration problem about 2 or 3 months back? That sounded like the only serious engine problem that I've heard anyone discuss, but then I lost track of his saga and didn't hear if there was a resolution.

[alprider]

Think about this.. We now have one member with over 100,000 miles, on his CB 1100, I think a couple with 60,000 miles and a couple more between 40 and 60 thousand miles ( myself included) and no serious repairs beyond the few that had the high/low idle issue.

The reason I brought this thread back to life is reading the forum lately I realized we were talking about a whole lot of other things other than the CB1100.

And that's probably a good thing actually.

thats the member "itsme"
he ride often with a lot luggage and wife

http://motorrad-und-touren.de/motorraede...cb-1100-ex

bigger things but normal wear with such amount km:

95.000 km -rear wheel bearing
105.671 km – steering head bearings
178.374 km –swingarm bearings

and 2 times any spokes
http://motorrad-und-touren.de/2018/05

[VLJ_imp]

Only issues so far with my '17 EX: taillight housing was wobbly, which the dealer fixed on their second try; squeaky front brakes, which the dealer failed to fix despite two tries. Otherwise, zero mechanical gremlins. Those squealing front brakes are the only thing keeping my bike from being mechanical perfection.

Oh, and it could simply be that I've become used to the bike, and nothing has really changed, but I would say that the motor has become slightly smoother. The buzzy patch between 3,500-5,000 rpm is less noticeable now.

Along the way, a strange thing has happened. As a direct result of my appreciation for the CB's overall refinement and build quality, my modded XSR900 has fallen out of favor with me. The reason I say this is strange? First off, the XSR has proven to be every bit as mechanically reliable as the big Honda. When I first bought the bike, there was a factory set-up issue with the sidestand switch and ABS sensor, which the dealer immediately sorted. Since then, she's been bullet-proof. She's also more comfortable than the CB. Offering both a roomier/more upright seating position and a smoother motor, she's better for long-distance work. She's also 140 lbs lighter and night-and-day faster. The XSR is a whole lot more fun in the twisties, or in any sporting capacity.

Doesn't matter. Every time I ride the CB, it further sours my feelings regarding the Yamaha. All I really want from the Honda is for the brake squealing to go away. The Yamaha? I want it to be a different bike. I want it to be just as light and fast, but more refined. I want a lower seat height, with a bit more forward lean. I want a different, less cobbled together look for the cockpit. I want a different look for the front end. I want smoother suspension. I want a smoother clutch take-up.

It's really rather bizarre, but my CB has me wanting to swap the XSR for a Kawasaki Z900, and not the prettier RS version, but the goofier-looking basic Z900 model. I haven't had a chance yet to sit on the Cafe version, but I strongly suspect the forward lean on that model is too severe for my reconstructed neck. So, yeah, of all the strangest eventualities, the CB1100 has me wanting the smooth, fast, polished, stupid-looking Z900.

To me, that's just bizarre. I still want the CB too, of course. She isn't going anywhere. If only her brakes would ever stop squealing....

[apex1_imp]

Only issues so far with my '17 EX: taillight housing was wobbly, which the dealer fixed on their second try; squeaky front brakes, which the dealer failed to fix despite two tries. Otherwise, zero mechanical gremlins. Those squealing front brakes are the only thing keeping my bike from being mechanical perfection.

Oh, and it could simply be that I've become used to the bike, and nothing has really changed, but I would say that the motor has become slightly smoother. The buzzy patch between 3,500-5,000 rpm is less noticeable now.

Along the way, a strange thing has happened. As a direct result of my appreciation for the CB's overall refinement and build quality, my modded XSR900 has fallen out of favor with me. The reason I say this is strange? First off, the XSR has proven to be every bit as mechanically reliable as the big Honda. When I first bought the bike, there was a factory set-up issue with the sidestand switch and ABS sensor, which the dealer immediately sorted. Since then, she's been bullet-proof. She's also more comfortable than the CB. Offering both a roomier/more upright seating position and a smoother motor, she's better for long-distance work. She's also 140 lbs lighter and night-and-day faster. The XSR is a whole lot more fun in the twisties, or in any sporting capacity.

Doesn't matter. Every time I ride the CB, it further sours my feelings regarding the Yamaha. All I really want from the Honda is for the brake squealing to go away. The Yamaha? I want it to be a different bike. I want it to be just as light and fast, but more refined. I want a lower seat height, with a bit more forward lean. I want a different, less cobbled together look for the cockpit. I want a different look for the front end. I want smoother suspension. I want a smoother clutch take-up.

It's really rather bizarre, but my CB has me wanting to swap the XSR for a Kawasaki Z900, and not the prettier RS version, but the goofier-looking basic Z900 model. I haven't had a chance yet to sit on the Cafe version, but I strongly suspect the forward lean on that model is too severe for my reconstructed neck. So, yeah, of all the strangest eventualities, the CB1100 has me wanting the smooth, fast, polished, stupid-looking Z900.

To me, that's just bizarre. I still want the CB too, of course. She isn't going anywhere. If only her brakes would ever stop squealing....

I have had zero issues with my 2017 EX, although my front brakes are also noisy during the last 20 or so mph of decelerating. It is annoying, and mine seem worse when the brakes are cooler. On the hot summer days that are now a distant memory, it was not as bad with more heat in them. I do love this bike.

[SportsterDoc]

VLJ
Just consider the brake squeal to be the audible version of a brake light!

[Frulk_imp]

If it was a Guzzi doing that it would be called character.

[SportsterDoc]

If it was a Guzzi doing that it would be called character.

Loved my V7II, except for the fueling system

https://image.ibb.co/nDLYEF/Upper-Pahranagat-Lake-1.jpg

What happened to the member who was describing a nasty vibration problem about 2 or 3 months back? That sounded like the only serious engine problem that I've heard anyone discuss, but then I lost track of his saga and didn't hear if there was a resolution.

A tire issue was the prime suspect. Don't think he advised further.

[VLJ_imp]

apex1, yep, my brakes squeal much worse in cold weather. On a hot day, during a good, thorough ride, they don't squeak all that often. Park her outside on a cool night, her brakes squeal at the end of every slow stop during the ride home. Only slow, gradual stops, however. No squealing with firm stops.

[the Ferret]

The rear brake on my new FJR sqeals the last bit of a slow stop too.
I only have 4500 miles on it, but so far, it is no match for my CB (or my ST for that matter.) I need to work on ergos on it and replace the stock BS tires for some Michelins. Maybe that will help.

I completely understand how the CB spoils you against other bikes.

[VLJ_imp]

mickey, when you say your FJR is no match for your CB or ST, what do you mean? Just the ergos and tires? Other areas? Overall?