2013 Honda CB1100

[gore-tx]

Originally Posted by oldhippie1

YES----They are discounting it. They won't even order one without a deposit because they say metric bikes just aren't selling. They have two new 2012 XR650L's on the floor for $6150. No paperwork, set-up or freight fees. Just sales tax which is 8.95%.

I may have to look toward your neck of the woods for a deal then.

[Bueller]

Originally Posted by JerryH

I absolutely live the looks of this bike, and it is available without ABS. Yes, there's that nasty fuel injection, but I suppose I could live with it. But apparently Honda made the same mistake they keep making over and over again. They introduce an existing model into the U.S. market, one where the R&D and tooling are already mostly paid for, and then they overprice it to the point where it doesn't have a chance, no matter how desirable it might be. If I don't buy one, it WILL be because of the price. I was really hoping they would bring that bike here, then I find out they are, my palms get all sweaty, and then I hear the price. What a downer.

The ZRX did not look bad, most of what was wrong with it was because it was a late model. It was basically a copy of the 1983 KZ1000 Eddie Lawson Replica (which I consider a BEAUTIFUL bike) but it lacked that bikes character and vintage look. The liquid cooled engine just didn't cut it. I still wouldn't mind having one. As someone said, the prices are reasonable.

So you can remember when a spark plug cost 50 cents. Can you also remember that you made $1.50 per hour?

I've got some sad news for you - an MSRP of $9999 isn't expensive anymore for a large bore 4 cylinder street bike. The list of similarly sized bikes that are priced higher than the CB1100 is much larger than the list of similarly sized bikes that cost less.

Oh, almost forgot to mention the dealer called and said your new KLR is prepped and ready for you to take delivery, complete with the "property of Smith's Dairy" milk crate top case you asked for

[HapHazard]

Originally Posted by Bueller

So you can remember when a spark plug cost 50 cents. Can you also remember that you made $1.50 per hour?

[oldhippie1]

OK how many of you out there are actually planning on purchasing one of these machines when they become available? I'm talking about not dreaming but actually making a purchase. I definately plan to get one when they are available.

[Bueller]

Originally Posted by oldhippie1

OK how many of you out there are actually planning on purchasing one of these machines when they become available? I'm talking about not dreaming but actually making a purchase. I definately plan to get one when they are available.

I'm buying three, just to to prove how dumb it is to complain about an 1100 cc 4 cylinder bike costing $9999.00.

[firebrick]

Hopefully this isnt too dumb a question. Can someone compare what they see in the new 1100 vs buying a 1200 harley sportster? Both are standards, are the weights and power ratios similar? Thanks.

[skysailor]

Originally Posted by firebrick

Hopefully this isnt too dumb a question. Can someone compare what they see in the new 1100 vs buying a 1200 harley sportster? Both are standards, are the weights and power ratios similar? Thanks.

The only reason the 1100cc Honda has rearview mirrors, is to watch the 1200cc Sportsters get smaller, and smaller......
The Honda will have a pretty big HP advantage over the H-D.
Lyle

[markjenn]

Originally Posted by firebrick

Hopefully this isnt too dumb a question. Can someone compare what they see in the new 1100 vs buying a 1200 harley sportster? Both are standards, are the weights and power ratios similar? Thanks.

The Honda is considerably more powerful and lighter, so it will be quicker. But I don't think the performance differences are going to be significant compared to the dramatically different feel of the two bikes. The Honda is going to be relatively smooth, refined, upright, etc. and a great all-arounder you could use for virtually anything - commuting, touring, two-up riding, sport riding, etc. whereas Sportsters are elemental, crude, rough, nasty SOBs of bikes that are designed to for short-distances, cruising and looking cool.

- Mark

[darmahman]

1st in line here. Will get one w/ ABS. Sorry but I think it is spot on. Only wish they came in black w/ the chrome tank side covers.

Originally Posted by oldhippie1

OK how many of you out there are actually planning on purchasing one of these machines when they become available? I'm talking about not dreaming but actually making a purchase. I definately plan to get one when they are available.

[Ginger Beard]

Originally Posted by markjenn

The Honda is considerably more powerful and lighter, so it will be quicker. But I don't think the performance differences are going to be significant compared to the dramatically different feel of the two bikes. The Honda is going to be relatively smooth, refined, upright, etc. and a great all-arounder you could use for virtually anything - commuting, touring, two-up riding, sport riding, etc. whereas Sportsters are elemental, crude, rough, nasty SOBs of bikes that are designed to for short-distances, cruising and looking cool.

- Mark

You need to get out and try a modern Sporty if that is your impression of one. Seriously they are great riding bikes and will do anything asked of them. Both of mine have seen heavy solo touring, two-up touring, sporty riding in the mountains,lots of dirt, etc and both serve as my daily transportation. Sportsters are the epitome of a do everything kind of bike.

With a weight in the mid 500lb range and 87hp I don't see a huge advantage over the Sportster in the power to weight department. Honestly though I wouldn't purchase either of these bikes for raw performance. They make other bikes for that.


As an aside ,if Honda or Kawasaki would have imported the CB or the W 2 years ago I would probably only have one Sportster in the garage. Hopefully it's still in production when the time comes for a new bike. This bike is a gorgeous modern interpretation of the classic UJM. Kudos to Honda of America for bringing this bike to us and for keeping the price reasonable.


Anyone have any info on mpg estimates? I am curious what the range will be with only 3.9 gal of fuel capacity.

[gore-tx]

Originally Posted by oldhippie1

OK how many of you out there are actually planning on purchasing one of these machines when they become available? I'm talking about not dreaming but actually making a purchase. I definately plan to get one when they are available.

I am planning on buying one.

[siyeh]

Originally Posted by oldhippie1

OK how many of you out there are actually planning on purchasing one of these machines when they become available?

um, I don't plan on buying one

I AM buying one

I got 5 months to sell one bike and scrape up another couple grand then it's a done deal

[KMC1]

A sporty isn't a bad bike at all. I wish Harley would make something like a road king, but with better cornering clearance, better suspension, and costing around the same money as this new CB.

[JerryH]

Originally Posted by Bueller

So you can remember when a spark plug cost 50 cents. Can you also remember that you made $1.50 per hour?

I've got some sad news for you - an MSRP of $9999 isn't expensive anymore for a large bore 4 cylinder street bike. The list of similarly sized bikes that are priced higher than the CB1100 is much larger than the list of similarly sized bikes that cost less.

Oh, almost forgot to mention the dealer called and said your new KLR is prepped and ready for you to take delivery, complete with the "property of Smith's Dairy" milk crate top case you asked for

I have an XT225 with a dairy crate on it, and love it. I had a KLR650 with a dairy crate on it, but found it too big and heavy for off road, and not comfortable for on road. If this bike really does cost '$9999, then yes I would be interested in it. It would mostly come down to what I could get it out the door for. In my state the sales tax would be $1000. If the dealer tried to tack on a couple thousand more in fees, it would be a no go. Other than that, it would basically come down to, would I be willing to give up my Goldwing for it. I am not a Goldwing fanatic, I bought it (used) as a comfortable long distance touring bike. But I am doing less and less long distance touring due to age and medical issues. Also, while this bike is a beauty, I wonder what it would be like to ride. That seat sure looks thin. Would it be something that you could at least ride a full day on once in a while without major pain?

[Gas Hog]

Originally Posted by oldhippie1

OK how many of you out there are actually planning on purchasing one of these machines when they become available? I'm talking about not dreaming but actually making a purchase.

Not planning on it..but I have been yammering about this very type of bike for a while now...so maybe
If one of the local shops will get one (yea right) so I can at least sit on it, I might be screwed.
I see they are offering his and hers versions..I would take the "his" version of course..
Gary