2013 CB1100F

[Sodbuster_imp]

So I've been shopping, pretty sure I found my bike and setting up things to go pick it up in few days. It a 2013 CB1100 in great condition. Thank you to all your posts gang, it REALLY helped me in research and selecting my bike.

I also found a 1983 CB1100f, but have yet to go see it, its not being advertised anywhere. I've sorted through the posts and still would appreciate opinions as to how much the value is. Searching online also but still can't quite nail down good figures.

Lets just assume its in fair condition so we don't get sidetracked into all the discussions about 'what if its this and that'. I've completely gone through barn-finds before so know what I may be in for, running or not. One site had a 1983 in excellent condition going for $7000.

So say its been stored, has to be gone through but otherwise good shape, whats it worth?

Sodbuster

[E11even_Hunnit]

So I've been shopping, pretty sure I found my bike and setting up things to go pick it up in few days. It a 2013 CB1100 in great condition. Thank you to all your posts gang, it REALLY helped me in research and selecting my bike.

I also found a 1983 CB1100f, but have yet to go see it, its not being advertised anywhere. I've sorted through the posts and still would appreciate opinions as to how much the value is. Searching online also but still can't quite nail down good figures.

Lets just assume its in fair condition so we don't get sidetracked into all the discussions about 'what if its this and that'. I've completely gone through barn-finds before so know what I may be in for, running or not. One site had a 1983 in excellent condition going for $7000.

So say its been stored, has to be gone through but otherwise good shape, whats it worth?

Sodbuster

I currently own both an '81 CB900F and a '14 CB1100(900F will be up for sale shortly since purchasing the CB11)

All I can tell you is they're different machines- the old screaming F's are true time machines, original and futuristic styling for their time, the F's were THE "crotchrockets" of their era, they are fun when running tip top, taller, carb'd and come with the potential headaches you might expect from a 40yr. old bike(faulty starter gear and other failing components). There's also EXTENSIVE drivetrain support for the old motor 985/1123cc builds are very common over at CB1100F.net if finding a good build platform is your goal

The newer fuel injected CB11 has a fairly different character/style to it, despite it's newer technology the bike remains very classic looking, but more so to embody the old CBxxxC models and not the "F" Supersport. While the bike is much more tame in nature(and underpowered considering it's 1140cc displacement) It's still a very enjoyable bike to ride, torque is there when you need it, brakes are good from the factory. There's not much to be done performance wise for upgrades, you will probably find yourself making more visual/aesthetic mods on it than anything else

In terms of pricing, I have seen some pristine '83 11F examples sell north of $5k, with the average price sitting around $3k for a running bike with less than 30k on the clock. The newer CB11's didn't sell very well here in the U.S, I'd say pricing ranges from $4k for a used bike to $8k for a NOS still in the crate

They're both great bikes so you'll be happy with either one, If you're looking for a project build to wrench on and keep you busy, I'd say the old F has more raw power potential, while the newer CB11 is more refined if you will and just waiting to be ridden.

Cheers

[djf18374_imp]

So I've been shopping, pretty sure I found my bike and setting up things to go pick it up in few days. It a 2013 CB1100 in great condition. Thank you to all your posts gang, it REALLY helped me in research and selecting my bike.

I also found a 1983 CB1100f, but have yet to go see it, its not being advertised anywhere. I've sorted through the posts and still would appreciate opinions as to how much the value is. Searching online also but still can't quite nail down good figures.

Lets just assume its in fair condition so we don't get sidetracked into all the discussions about 'what if its this and that'. I've completely gone through barn-finds before so know what I may be in for, running or not. One site had a 1983 in excellent condition going for $7000.

So say its been stored, has to be gone through but otherwise good shape, whats it worth?

Sodbuster

A couple decent pics and a mileage figure would definitely help us help you. I've recently bought 83 1100F's for anywhere between $700 and $3,000 USD and all were in fair to good condition. If you're comfortable doing carb work, valve shimming, and routine maintenance items like brakes, chain, tires, and clutch....then go for it. The vintage bikes demand a lot of time and money to get them right after years of storage. I find the work to be fun and challenging, and do it as a hobby

[cooldrum_imp]

Riding and maintaining the earlier Honda fours can be a lot of fun. Just keep in mind that you're riding an older design and those classics require more care in the maintenance area. I have a 2013 CB and also ride a '74 Cb750 sohc . The motors are similar other than the dohc, better brakes, and fuel injection on the newer CB.

If the 1100 is stored indoors, that's a plus. Price is based on condition and hearing the motor run. Service records of some sort, another plus. Mileage is secondary if the bike is ridden and maintained. Do your research and check other forums to be informed and prepared before you make and offer. Enjoy the ride!

[GoldOxide_imp]

Spending the effort to maintain a classic allows higher probability of connecting to the soul of the machine. It can also allow more opportunities to practice your "foreign" language, emotional expression, and select F-bombs.

[Sodbuster_imp]

Just bought a 2013 CB1100, spotless with 3900 miles. Bone stock and I absolutely LOVE this bike. Previous owner (also a vet) has knee problems and just couldn't do it anymore, had to let it go, its been in his garage for the past year, run but not ridden. Plan is to put a hundred miles on it then have it serviced & checked out by local dealer. Any thoughts?

Also saw the 1983 CB1100F, its garage kept but not running, a couple dings in tank, scratches elsewhere, forgot to get the mileage. Price is above $2000, but I'm undecided, just have too many other things on my plate. Certainly not intimidated by a 'high-maintenance' thing of beauty tho.

Also, I have access to a backrest off a 81 CB750. Will that fit my 2013?

Sodbuster

[Lord Popgun]

2013 CBs are the best CBs

From all the posts I seen on backrests here, you will have to make it fit by whatever you have to do. Like cut and weld, make some brackets, or whatever.

[E11even_Hunnit]

Just bought a 2013 CB1100, spotless with 3900 miles. Bone stock and I absolutely LOVE this bike. Previous owner (also a vet) has knee problems and just couldn't do it anymore, had to let it go, its been in his garage for the past year, run but not ridden. Plan is to put a hundred miles on it then have it serviced & checked out by local dealer. Any thoughts?

Also saw the 1983 CB1100F, its garage kept but not running, a couple dings in tank, scratches elsewhere, forgot to get the mileage. Price is above $2000, but I'm undecided, just have too many other things on my plate. Certainly not intimidated by a 'high-maintenance' thing of beauty tho.

Also, I have access to a backrest off a 81 CB750. Will that fit my 2013?

Sodbuster

Congrats on the new bike! I too, was sold upon taking the cb11 for a test ride. Just out of curiosity, what did you end up paying for it?

If your bike hasn't had it's first oil change, I'd probably do it around ~5k miles but that's just me. I'm sure the owner's manual might call for a more specific interval. In the month I've owned my '14, I've put some miles on it. As far as maintenance is concerned, this bike seems to be pretty low maintenance as far as I've been able to tell just browsing the forum(brakes @15k, valve adjustment @20k), so taking it to your local stealership for "mandatory servicing" is certainly not required nor is it cheap at most places, so that'd be up to you.

The rare factor with the USDM 11F's is the fact that they're a one year only bike('83) and both the red & purple paint schemes separate them from the 750/900F's, they also have a beefier aluminum swingarm and better suspension aside from the displacement differences. I think the cosmetic condition is rather important when it comes to the 11F, If it's not all there then you might as well find yourself a clean 750/900F which are easier to come by and usually a bit cheaper since there was more of them sold stateside. If resale value is a concern for you, I'd say anything above $1,500 is too high for a bike that's not running. If you want to acquire the bike for what it is and acknowledge the time and $ that will inevitably go into it to get running in tip-top shape, then I'd say go for it.

As previously mentioned no accessories made for older CB's will work as a direct bolt-on due to completely different frames/welded brackets so you'd have to fab and/or weld to get them to work.

Here's a picture of my Freddie Spencer 900F which will be up for sale shortly(I've been saying this for the past month)

[Sodbuster_imp]

Thanks for good info! Paid $5000, its spotless and I couldn't be happier. Yes, after thinking about it, I'm of the mind that I won't pay more than around $1200 for a non-running bike, it will take me 50 hours just to go through it and resale for that bike (with dings & such) may not be profitable. Pretty sure the guy won't let it go for that either. We'll see...

For the back rest, still doing research but going to make a 'template' (model) fabricate my own and look at local motorcycle salvage yards.
So I thought I'd done a lot of research before buying the 2013 CB1100, when I first sat on it to start it up I'm fiddling around looking for the choke and petcock, lol. Then tried hunting around for an oil dipstick! Had to go online to figure out how to take seat off. All good tho, just figuring out my new girlfriend...

[Charlie Bravo_imp]

When I test rode my NTM '13 CB, I kept saying to myself, "This is like buttah!" So smooth, quick, stable, and almost intuitive. I'd think about a turn, and it would just go that way. Lovin' it!