CB Eleven-Hundred Thousand Mile Club
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the Ferret
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ok Sanoke reported having turned 100,000 kms, not miles, but he was at 62,500 miles in 2016 shortly before he stopped coming to the forum, so who knows how many miles he would have by now if he still has his CB. Sure would be interesting to know..
http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=9730&highlight=Sanoke
So.... officially that moves Haystack up to #3 in the 100,000 mile club
and something he forgot.... Haystack replaced his fork seals at his 75,000 mile service
http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=9730&highlight=Sanoke
So.... officially that moves Haystack up to #3 in the 100,000 mile club
and something he forgot.... Haystack replaced his fork seals at his 75,000 mile service
ohiorider_imp
Been there
Great extended ride and maintenance report! Thanks!
Bob
Bob
Haystack_imp
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Our closest freeways are 110 mi. away to the north, 150 mi. to the south, over 100 mi. to the west and 400 mi. to the east. Most of my riding is on two-lane roads and highways. I've also done some short jaunts over gravel and dirt roads to explore but only during dry conditions. Last year we (the CB and I) went coast to coast and that was mostly on Interstate.Dave_imp said:
Thanks!
I rarely replace a tire that is completely worn. My rears usually have 30% remaining and the fronts a little more than that. If you can keep a secret between you and me, I've also extended front tire life at times by simply flipping the wheel around (but not the spacers!). Don't laugh...I've experienced no adverse affects by doing this although it is not recommended and experts will claim that it is dangerous for a multitude of reasons. I am not a performance rider.peterbaron_imp said:
On more than one occasion I've overestimated remaining tire life prior to departing on an extended trip and halfway though discover that the tire has worn completely out. I've discovered that very few shops carry these tires in stock and need to ordered.
Thanks,
GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
I rarely replace a tire that is completely worn. My rears usually have 30% remaining and the fronts a little more than that. If you can keep a secret between you and me, I've also extended front tire life at times by simply flipping the wheel around (but not the spacers!). Don't laugh...Haystack_imp said:
lol - The secret is safe between PB and you.
peterbaron
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...from now on, you forgot to add , and for sure I will not tell anyone
bikesnboats_imp
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A pleasure to have shared some of those miles through Oregon and Colorado, Joel. Joe
Haystack_imp
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The pleasure and honor was mine as well!bikesnboats_imp said:
I've seldom ridden with someone as experienced and talented as you!
Joel
kennyw
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That is an estimated 600 fill ups at 3.5 gallons each average...Haystack_imp said:
Haystack_imp
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It's good to hear from you, Ben. We missed you at the West Coast rally in Montrose!Ben70_imp said:
For chain maintenance I use Champion Chain Lubricant (W-Mart @ $5.00 a large can) and will last a year or so (I share it among several other bikes as well, mostly my Yamaha SR500s). I use it every 500 miles or after wet weather and apply it when the chain is warm. I set the bike on the center stand and spin the wheel then wipe up the excess. I always replace the chain and sprockets as a set.
Honda's are generally "gas & go" but the only bike that I've performed less maintenance on is my '12 H-D Ultra Limited with the stock 103 cubic inch motor (101,000 mi. so far) with only wheel bearings, an exhaust gasket, battery and brake linings needing replacement. I'm still on the original drive belt. Like the Honda, the H-D motor hasn't been touched and still has it's original spark plugs. Far and away the two best bikes that I've ever owned.
Ride aware!
the Ferret
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UNDERSTATEMENT :rofl:Ben70_imp said:
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UNDERSTATEMENT :rofl:The ferret_imp said:
I am an ardent practitoner of the "Waddington Effect" which increases vehicle usage and decreases down time. I became interested in Reliability Centered Maintenance (CRM) years ago when I noticed that there were problems with my car/bike/airplane that were not present before they went into the shop.
Mike Busch has many interesting and useful articles on this as well.
Our CB1100's are satisfying and fun because the design welcomes owner interaction and facilitates routine maintenance items.
Time for an oil change!
Ride safe!
bigsheep_imp
Been there
I'm 40% the way there at 66000 KM roughly 41000 miles, but I've only had the bike 3 years and I live in Ontario where November to March is largely unrideable and even if you could get out, I don't want to expose my CB to the harsh salt and other corrosive snow treatments they put on the road. I'll likely be there in another 4 years as much as my wife tries to thwart that goal.
jerrycon_imp
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Thanks for this information on Waddington Effect. I had never heard of it. Fascinating. Per Mike Busch, the the major takeaway from Waddington’s research during World War II:
"Maintenance isn’t an inherently good thing (like exercise); it’s a necessary evil (like surgery). We have to do it from time to time, but we sure don’t want to do more than absolutely necessary to keep our aircraft safe and reliable. Doing more maintenance than necessary actually degrades safety and reliability."
"Maintenance isn’t an inherently good thing (like exercise); it’s a necessary evil (like surgery). We have to do it from time to time, but we sure don’t want to do more than absolutely necessary to keep our aircraft safe and reliable. Doing more maintenance than necessary actually degrades safety and reliability."
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