GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
Going from a classic CB1100 street bike to a muscular'ish Africa Twin would be an interesting next choice indeed olafurarason.olafurarason_imp said:
Maybe you should share why that might be swirling in your mind?
What motorcycle would you buy next?
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Maybe you should share why that might be swirling in your mind?
olafurarason_imp
First service completed
Going from a classic CB1100 street bike to a muscular'ish Africa Twin would be an interesting next choice indeed olafurarason.GoldOxide_imp said:
Maybe you should share why that might be swirling in your mind?
Hi GoldOxide.
I live in Iceland and I love riding my CB1100. Unfortunately, the road network in this country is restrictive for Street Bikes; short and monotonous. But Africa-Twin is an off road adventure bike. It gives me access to the remote highlands which are the most stimulating riding scenarios in the northern hemisphere. Something CB1100 can't give me. That's one of the main reasons why I would prefer Africa-Twin as the next choice.
GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
I would completely support your logic on making the transition, or even keeping both. The CB1100 and CRF1x00 cover a lot of riding spectrum.olafurarason_imp said:
redbirds_imp
Road warrior
The new Transalp would be at the top of my list if only Honda certifies it for the US.
Maturecheese_imp
First service completed
Something like a 400cc trails bike (Husqvarna) for banging about on in the winter as they are meant to get covered in crud.
Ollie
Been there
Going from a classic CB1100 street bike to a muscular'ish Africa Twin would be an interesting next choice indeed olafurarason.GoldOxide_imp said:
Maybe you should share why that might be swirling in your mind?
Gold can offer a good comparison as he has both.
Another possible consideration could be a Yamaha Tenere' 700. Or the new Honda Transalp.
Gone in 60
Road warrior
Tomorrow will be interesting. It's my "Birthday Weekend". Part of the long-standing tradition Mrs. G and I have is that on Birthday Weekend, the celebrant can determine wherever they want to go, and the partner has to come along, without complaining. So, if she wants to go to a nursery on her weekend to look at plants, I have to come along and act like I'm enjoying it.
We'll end up at my Mom's for barbecue with friends, but there is a dealership on the way that I've never stopped at, and I have declared that to be my Birthday Weekend stop. That dealership sells Royal Enfield and Moto Guzzi.
Birthday Weekend does not mean that the celebrant can spend any amount they wish at their destination. But...
We'll end up at my Mom's for barbecue with friends, but there is a dealership on the way that I've never stopped at, and I have declared that to be my Birthday Weekend stop. That dealership sells Royal Enfield and Moto Guzzi.
Birthday Weekend does not mean that the celebrant can spend any amount they wish at their destination. But...
GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
Yours too Gone? Excellent. Happy birthday! Another thing we have in common I suppose.Gone in 60_imp said:
I've gone to my Moto Guzzi dealer too many times now. Next visit is a demo ride, and currently they are not offering any.
Gone in 60
Road warrior
Happy Birthday, GO! Actually, mine's the 10th, but this is the closest weekend.
My closest dealer sells Triumph, Moto Guzzi and MV Augusta. They have a good supply of Triumph, and I pop my head in now and then to see when the V100 will be available to drool on. No word yet...
My closest dealer sells Triumph, Moto Guzzi and MV Augusta. They have a good supply of Triumph, and I pop my head in now and then to see when the V100 will be available to drool on. No word yet...
GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
:beerchug:Gone in 60_imp said:
I think my local dealer said they had two or four V100s (?), but already sold sight unseen. They haven't even arrived yet.
Gone in 60
Road warrior
SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!: https://www.rideapart.com/news/629711/honda-gb-750-digital-render/
peterbaron
Road warrior
Gone, THIS IS A GREAT NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Gone in 60_imp said:
If I get it, I'll let you ride it first!
Gone in 60
Road warrior
Gone, THIS IS A GREAT NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!peterbaron_imp said:
If I get it, I'll let you ride it first!
I somehow doubt this will make it to the U.S. But, if it did, it might be a buy now and ask for forgiveness sort of thing with the Mrs.
GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
This proposal looks nice.Gone in 60_imp said:
I wouldn't buy it because it is too small for me, but I would recommend it riders who fit. Importantly, there is alotta Africa Twin reliability built into the little lump.
Cool, really.
peterbaron
Road warrior
Gone, THIS IS A GREAT NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Gone in 60_imp said:
If I get it, I'll let you ride it first!
I somehow doubt this will make it to the U.S. But, if it did, it might be a buy now and ask for forgiveness sort of thing with the Mrs.
On Monday, weather permitting, I am riding to my Honda dealer for both tires replacement with Angel GT and while waiting for the service to be completed, I'll chat with the owner or sales about the Hawk1100 and GB750, but I know, they are always lip tight :-/
GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
You should be able to get them to talk.peterbaron_imp said:
You may determine that the info you learn is not helpful because it is not helpful to them.
Honda Canada really sucks.
peterbaron
Road warrior
You should be able to get them to talk.GoldOxide_imp said:
You may determine that the info you learn is not helpful because it is not helpful to them.
Honda Canada really sucks.
I would send them an email but if new models are yet a secret, a verbal conversation would be much safer for them than stating it in writing, I guess.
GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
Yes, you have to have a face-to-face conversion with a genuine Honda representative - more senior experienced is preferred to get the best experience.peterbaron_imp said:
In general though, Honda Canada just simply bends over to corporate Honda Japan and it doesn't matter what Canada asks, Japan will determine what Canada deserves.
peterbaron
Road warrior
Yes, you have to have a face-to-face conversion with a genuine Honda representative - more senior experienced is preferred to get the best experience.GoldOxide_imp said:
In general though, Honda Canada just simply bends over to corporate Honda Japan and it doesn't matter what Canada asks, Japan will determine what Canada deserves.
Yeah, we got the CB1100 in 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, so is really Canada's turn to get both, first the GB750 and soon after the Hawk1100
:excited::celebrate:JAPAN, CAN you HEAR me!!!
GoldOxide_imp
Road warrior
Honda Powersports Canada showrooms are getting less and less showcase real estate.peterbaron_imp said:Yes, you have to have a face-to-face conversion with a genuine Honda representative - more senior experienced is preferred to get the best experience.GoldOxide_imp said:
In general though, Honda Canada just simply bends over to corporate Honda Japan and it doesn't matter what Canada asks, Japan will determine what Canada deserves.
Yeah, we got the CB1100 in 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, so is really Canada's turn to get both, first the GB750 and soon after the Hawk1100
JAPAN, CAN you HEAR me!!!
It is really sad.
