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Sayonara to the CB1100, with an exit interview.
- Thread starter Ulvetanna_imp
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Sorry to see you go. Quite a step down from the CB. But if you're trying to come down on size and keep the fun, you may have it right.
The way a bike fits the rider matters more than the spec sheet. At 54, 6' and a bit over 200lbs, the CB fits this rider well. I look a little silly on anything that's much smaller.
The new crop of detuned, literbike derivative standards (see GSX-S1000F, Z900, FZ-10) are highly capable, lightweight, economical and look quite fun. i sat on a GSX-SF at the local dealer and shifting it around it felt a 250. The styling of these bikes is of the current transformer school of design, though the Suzuki seems to have a little organic flow to it the others lack. If I had to step down in to a lighter bike, the Suzuki might be where I'd go.
Check in and update us if you feel so inclined, though maybe there is a Z forum somewhere that will get more attention.
The way a bike fits the rider matters more than the spec sheet. At 54, 6' and a bit over 200lbs, the CB fits this rider well. I look a little silly on anything that's much smaller.
The new crop of detuned, literbike derivative standards (see GSX-S1000F, Z900, FZ-10) are highly capable, lightweight, economical and look quite fun. i sat on a GSX-SF at the local dealer and shifting it around it felt a 250. The styling of these bikes is of the current transformer school of design, though the Suzuki seems to have a little organic flow to it the others lack. If I had to step down in to a lighter bike, the Suzuki might be where I'd go.
Check in and update us if you feel so inclined, though maybe there is a Z forum somewhere that will get more attention.
Django
Road warrior
I would have liked to own this Z650: Kawasaki Z 650 – Variantenreiche Verstärkung
Couldn't afford it in the seventies.
Couldn't afford it in the seventies.
Wait, my dates were wrong. That not 3 new bikes in 3 months; it's 3 in *one* month! You've shattered the awesomeness meter!! :worship::worship::worship:
Anyway, don't be a stranger. First, I've always enjoyed your posts. While occasionally incendiary, they're always insightful and informed by years of relevant experience. Second, as far as your new rides, I really like each of your choices, and I'd guess others do, too.
Please keep us posted on how things go as you enjoy your updated fleet. And don't let that age thing bug you. You may be 60, but remember, that's only about 48 Canadian.
Be well and enjoy! :beerchug:
Anyway, don't be a stranger. First, I've always enjoyed your posts. While occasionally incendiary, they're always insightful and informed by years of relevant experience. Second, as far as your new rides, I really like each of your choices, and I'd guess others do, too.
Please keep us posted on how things go as you enjoy your updated fleet. And don't let that age thing bug you. You may be 60, but remember, that's only about 48 Canadian.
Be well and enjoy! :beerchug:
Ulvetanna_imp
Road warrior
Thread starter
OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Rolls_imp said:
I couldn't afford anything in the seventies!Django_imp said:
OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Ulvetanna_imp said:OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Rolls_imp said:
I couldn't afford anything in the seventies!Django_imp said:
Mate, if I got the joke, I'd happily tell you.
Ulvetanna_imp
Road warrior
Thread starter
OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Cormanus_imp said:OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Ulvetanna_imp said:OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Rolls_imp said:
I couldn't afford anything in the seventies!Django_imp said:
Mate, if I got the joke, I'd happily tell you.
Mate, if I got the joke, I'd happily tell you. You mean you don't have a Hot Tub Time Machine that transmutes Canadian years to "Years AU?"
Here's a really sweet article on that bike in English.Django_imp said:
The specs on that bike are really great. If Honda'd made an equivalent in an inline four package I'd still own it. Under 470 pounds, about 65 HP. I'd take a disc brake in the rear and maybe twin disks up front. Funny but those specs are very similar to the Triumph Street Cup and even closer to the new Z650. KHI is saying about 65 HP, but it comes in at 410 pounds wet with ABS. Come on Honda, in three years I'll be ready, I hope, to trade in something else. Make a 750 with these specs, air-cooled, retro-look, affordable (to keep it in production) and Triumph will have some real competition.
Kawasaki Z650 B1 Specifications
Engine – Air cooled 4 stroke DOHC inline four
Capacity – 652cc
Bore/stroke – 62mm x 54mm
Power – 64bhp @ 8500rpm
Torque – 41 ft-lbs @ 7000rpm
Carburetion – 4 x Mikuni VM24SS
Transmission – 5-speed wet clutch chain final drive
Frame – steel twin loop cradle
Suspension – 36mm telescopic forks. Twin shock rear
Brakes – 275 mm disc single piston floating caliper. 180 mm single leading shoe drum
Wheels – 3.25 x 19, 4.00 x 18
Weight – 211kgs
Top speed – 125mph
Wheelbase – 1420mm
Fuel capacity – 16.8ltrs
Understand your decision, Ulvetanna, the bike's weight was of concern for me in my early 50s. But I thought I could at least deal with that till I'm 60, maybe much beyond. At 6'4" it's a little on the small side for me but I've had that problem with all the bikes I've owned or test ridden that are not my KLR650. Of your fleet, the one I'm most interested in long term is that Wolf. Hopefully, you'll post a review after you have it a year. Wait...will you keep it that long? : )
OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Ulvetanna_imp said:OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Cormanus_imp said:OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Ulvetanna_imp said:OK, I have to admit that is funny. What's it in AU, I wonder?Rolls_imp said:
I couldn't afford anything in the seventies!Django_imp said:
Mate, if I got the joke, I'd happily tell you.
Mate, if I got the joke, I'd happily tell you. You mean you don't have a Hot Tub Time Machine that transmutes Canadian years to "Years AU?"
Here's a really sweet article on that bike in English.Django_imp said:
The specs on that bike are really great. If Honda'd made an equivalent in an inline four package I'd still own it. Under 470 pounds, about 65 HP. I'd take a disc brake in the rear and maybe twin disks up front. Funny but those specs are very similar to the Triumph Street Cup and even closer to the new Z650. KHI is saying about 65 HP, but it comes in at 410 pounds wet with ABS. Come on Honda, in three years I'll be ready, I hope, to trade in something else. Make a 750 with these specs, air-cooled, retro-look, affordable (to keep it in production) and Triumph will have some real competition.
Kawasaki Z650 B1 Specifications
Engine – Air cooled 4 stroke DOHC inline four
Capacity – 652cc
Bore/stroke – 62mm x 54mm
Power – 64bhp @ 8500rpm
Torque – 41 ft-lbs @ 7000rpm
Carburetion – 4 x Mikuni VM24SS
Transmission – 5-speed wet clutch chain final drive
Frame – steel twin loop cradle
Suspension – 36mm telescopic forks. Twin shock rear
Brakes – 275 mm disc single piston floating caliper. 180 mm single leading shoe drum
Wheels – 3.25 x 19, 4.00 x 18
Weight – 211kgs
Top speed – 125mph
Wheelbase – 1420mm
Fuel capacity – 16.8ltrs
Mate, if I got the joke, I'd happily tell you. You mean you don't have a Hot Tub Time Machine that transmutes Canadian years to "Years AU?"
No chance. Even if we did, there'd be no water to put in it at the moment.
But I'll hazard a guess and say the answer is almost certainly 42.
Chapomis_imp
Road warrior
I hope the Z650 is fun to ride, cause it certainly isn't fun to look at 
Weight and weight distribution is definitely a huge consideration as I get older. I don't have any issues with my CB, not like the RT. The RT, at nearly the same weight, is a beast in comparison.
Weight and weight distribution is definitely a huge consideration as I get older. I don't have any issues with my CB, not like the RT. The RT, at nearly the same weight, is a beast in comparison.Chapomis_imp
Road warrior
I like it, the best I've ever ridden. But below 10 mph it's a beast for me. Don't care for the small front wheel at a stand still or slow speeds. I didn't get to spend much time on it this season, this move is really cutting into my riding time. When I did have time the CB was my go-to ride. I'll get used to the RT in time.....or notDAC_imp said:
Stichill
Road warrior
^ I think the main thing is they use a lot more aluminum in the frames, suspension, and swing arms...and look closely at the thin design of the cast wheels.
the Ferret
Road warrior
I think I have made that statement a time or twocurlyjoe_imp said:
uscgmac_imp
Been there
I ride another bike which is nearly a 1000 lbs. The CB is a little toy in comparison. The CB is my tiny bike, lol.
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A 10 yr old girl could pick this bike up off its side if done correctly. The ride like a pro series of video's show proper techniques on how to pick up large motorcycles with ease.
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If I'm correct, you picked up a Triumph street cup also. I absolutely love the looks of that bike.
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A 10 yr old girl could pick this bike up off its side if done correctly. The ride like a pro series of video's show proper techniques on how to pick up large motorcycles with ease.
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If I'm correct, you picked up a Triumph street cup also. I absolutely love the looks of that bike.
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Ulvetanna_imp
Road warrior
Thread starter
How's your recovery progressing? Getting ready to pick out a new 2017 EX model yet?CB4ME_imp said:
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