Time To Let Go

[2017EX_imp]

Well Folks, age and ongoing health problems have brought me to the conclusion that the smart move at this point in my life is to let go of my beloved 2017 CB1100EX. I knew this day would come, so in preparation I bought a 2019 Honda Monkey that I will use to get my two-wheel fix from time to time. Among other things, I have essential tremor and arthritis in my hands. The Monkey, obviously a lot lighter than the CB and a lot less responsive, is a lot easier for me to handle at this point, as well as greatly reducing the odds of getting myself into trouble.

For as much as I was able to ride it, the CB1100 brought back many fond memories of being glued to the saddle of my 1974 CB750 Four back in the day when I was a young 20 something. I have really enjoyed participating in all the discussions, and exchanges of information here on The Forum. I don't want to completely disappear, but my contributions will be different moving forward. I have listed my bike for sale here on the Forum first, to give Forum members first shot at it because I don't think anyone else really appreciates what a spectacular machine the CB1100 really is.

[dave]

Sorry to see you go. Enjoy the Monkey, and God bless.

[pdedse]

Saw your bike / add...looks like someone can buy that confidently knowing they will get a great bike. It's a tough decision to let go of something that is so fun. May the Monkey bring you new adventures!

[GoldOxide_imp]

Sad you are turning a page on the CB1100, 2017EX.

May the Honda Monkey be a really good friend to you.

[MM300_imp]

My Monkey says hello and you are about to have a ton of fun riding a mini bike.

[Cormanus]

Don’t be a stranger 2017EX. We like people who like bikes.

[2017EX_imp]

Don’t be a stranger 2017EX. We like people who like bikes.

Thanks, Cormanus, I won't disappear entirely, but my participation will be a little different moving forward.

[Charlie Bravo_imp]

It takes a smart man to recognize his own limits. I myself am dialing down on riding, too.

[KeepLeft]

Best of luck 2017EX. Enjoy your monkey!


I saw your ad and Im ashamed to say it's a far better deal than what I paid for my 2017 cb1100 I picked up in the summer. Tell the seller hes very lucky indeed!!

[Rocky_imp]

It takes a smart man to recognize his own limits. I myself am dialing down on riding, too.

I agree. Since I'm of a certain age, but in good health, that decision is not that far off for me too.
This year I began to notice the weight of the 1100 more than before so I bought a bike dolly to spin the bike around in my garage. Moving the bike in and out is much easier now, but time still marches on.