Reply With QuoteSorry to hear that, Greg - I get your response completely, though. Go for it.Originally Posted by Craizeehair
No direct experience, but wonder how much they move the game on compared with their predecessor
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I do like these and I was also very taken with the GSX1400 that was on SC recently but I was too slow with that one and it sold almost immediately as I enquired about it.
Unfortunately, the raving lunatic that I am married to has some very specific requirements, now I must be alert and be very aware of these requirements but be prepared to take a sharp left turn at any moment as they may all change tomorrow. One thing that does seem to remain a constant is a bench type seat, with something that can be added to stop her sliding off the back!
The two current front runners are the CB1100EX and the Bonneville T120.
Cheers Tony,
I know that I’m not the only one and plenty have it worse. That’s life though.
I had a 2019 CB1100EX for about 6 months in 2020. I put about 4000 miles on it. It was a lovely old-school bike, great for bimbling around on and very comfortable. Of course, it was completely reliable and well built. A couple of downsides though. First, it was quite a heavy old bike and secondly, I found it ran out of power quite quickly, which made a few overtakes a bit more hairy than I'd like.
Overall then, a great bike with a super-smooth engine but lacking a bit of acceleration punch at A road speeds.
Out for a short blast on this today - you don’t think you’re going fast until you check the speedo…………….
Very ‘hard running’ engine, and I need to get used to the downshifts again.
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Thank you for that, gives me something to think about. I’m not so worried about the weight but the power could be a concern, especially with a pillion.
One out, another in:
The Diavel has been great fun over the last 4 years or so, but I felt like something different.
I tested a few (many) bikes from different makers (Aprilia, KTM, BMW, Triumph, Ducati) and, while the SDR was a massive temptation (as was the Aprilia Tuono Factory), the Streetfighter V2 ticked many boxes, including the 'do you turn and look at it as you close the garage door' test.
I’ve got a 2013 CB1100 ABS. I guess it’s similar enough to the EX. I agree with downer. It does lack some punch, but it does at least partly make up for it with beautiful torque across the range. It is by no means a fast bike but the power is available from 3000 rpm to 8000 rpm very nicely. I wouldn’t worry about the weight, the torque will offset the weight of the pillion. The bike is also very agile on the move. I only notice the weight if I move the bike sans motor.
Overall it’s a great bike. A Honda. Reliable, if a bit soulless. It is good at everything but doesn’t excel at anything. It’s very easy to drive because it’ll run well even when you miss a shift. Very forgiving. Being a naked bike it’s not really comfortable at high speeds over longer periods of time. My personal cruising comfort level is around 130km/h.
Great for bimbling down country roads. Agile enough to be a nice city bike and it helps that the engine is good at low rpm. Not great if you want to drive hard or aggressive at licence losing speeds.
Fantastic. Proper bike. The detailing on the HP2 is perhaps the best of any bike I have seen up close. Love the rocking warble from the boxer twin when you blip the throttle when stationary.Out for a short blast on this today - you don’t think you’re going fast until you check the speedo…………….
Very ‘hard running’ engine, and I need to get used to the downshifts again.
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Thanks for that.
All plus points for me and why it seems a good fit. The drive from the integral garage is uphill and I usually push my bikes out of the garage before I start them, so the weight is definitely something else to consider. The R9T was no problem but this looks to be a fair chunk heavier
Just some clarification of the mods/upgrades, but it has:I seem to have bought a Harley. A 2020 Stage 2 Sport Glide, actually, with a load of useful extras/mods and following a good few hours out on a demo to make sure I really like it.
The stock engine - a Milwaukee Eight 107 - is 1750cc, producing 92.5 HP and torque of around 150NM. The Stage 2 (which costs about £2.5k as an option) adds between 25-30% HP and boosts torque by some 10-15%. In other words, the bike is an absolute beast.
It should be with me in a week or so, after the PDI. However, its just been serviced, had two new tyres fitted and been to Freddy Trott for a full valet, ceramic coating and ACF-50 treatment.
So excited!
- stage 2 with S&S 2 into 1 exhaust
- heated grips
- engine guards
- Kuryakn footboard conversion
- sissy bar
- luggage rack
- smoked indicators
- axle covers
- premium mirrors
Where is that moorland picture please? The Durham moors?I had a 2019 CB1100EX for about 6 months in 2020. I put about 4000 miles on it. It was a lovely old-school bike, great for bimbling around on and very comfortable. Of course, it was completely reliable and well built. A couple of downsides though. First, it was quite a heavy old bike and secondly, I found it ran out of power quite quickly, which made a few overtakes a bit more hairy than I'd like.
Overall then, a great bike with a super-smooth engine but lacking a bit of acceleration punch at A road speeds.
We still have our old R80GS, 1988 which we got in 1991 when she needed an MOT.
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Bugger. I still can't post pictures!
That sounds like quite a complete package Tony. And, dare I say it, you actually look quite cool on it!
You need to host them on a platform, like imgur.
'Against stupidity, the gods themselves struggle in vain' - Schiller.
That was from imgur... a couple of people are trying to teach me how to use it. I am struggling to understand their instructions!
Try again....
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It's a bit further south. In the Peak District just to the west of Buxton.
Good grief. I don't recognise it at all. Must be somewhere near Derbyshire bridge then.
Yeah. X marks the spot...
You need to find the link that is between image tags
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'Against stupidity, the gods themselves struggle in vain' - Schiller.
I bought Plake's Sargent Fireblade seat and this evening was my first chance to try it out properly, what a difference!
Instead of sliding around and trying to brace under acceleration, just sat lovely and planted, so much better.
If anyone had a slippy slidy seat and been on the fence about these, recommended from me
I might use about 20% of what the Blade can do, but still love riding it...these old 'uns are still a genuine bargain at the moment IMHO.
Trying again.
40 years old and still goes well.
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Thank you... it worked!
If you squint hard enough you can see the Cat&Fiddle on the horizon.
I'm running the (Half) Peak Skyline race tomorrow and am pretty sure I'll go past that spot between Axe Edge and Cheeks Hill.
(which reminds me... I must get an early night tonight... good night)
And very worthwhile it was. Lovely airhead.Trying again.
40 years old and still goes well.
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Thank you... it worked!
But it’s not a GS, is it?
'Against stupidity, the gods themselves struggle in vain' - Schiller.
What a beauty, worth the effort to get it on the threadTrying again.
40 years old and still goes well.
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Thank you... it worked!
That one is the R100CS.
This is our old 80GS
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Nice. I had the 100 GS (in bumblebee) and didn’t know of the CS.
'Against stupidity, the gods themselves struggle in vain' - Schiller.
The XJR1300 is also worth considering, but then I’m a bit biased!
It was an advert in Classic Bike mag, back in 2004 that I was leafing through - that prompted me to say to the mag owner: “Look at that - Classic sports-tourer, spend a few quid making sure all is good, and that will take you around Europe for ten years and not lose any value. I fancy doing my bike test”Trying again.
40 years old and still goes well.
Thank you... it worked!
Did just that, the same year, but went for more modern wheels (a 2004 BoxerCup Replika). But- it was the ad for the 100 that sparked my interest!
Iconic bike!
Which fuel pack is on there for the Stage 2?
Dead easy to put a top box on there to make it properly practical and give it that hint of GS look :-)
That's lovely. Every time I ride my running airhead it's a reminder of how mice old bikes can be.
I really must get my RS running again
Loved my XJR - clocked up 30k on it but that one heavy bike to pushThe XJR1300 is also worth considering, but then I’m a bit biased!
Looks like the LIND HD dealer in Watford?
I too keep saying I would l8ke a lighter bike and keep coming back to looking at these and other beasts
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True, but no more so than the GSX1400 or either of the Hondas suggested.
To go lighter then you’re either looking at 650/750 (Zephyr perhaps) with a fair chunk less power or something more modern such as a Z900RS.
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The best retro out there (if you discount the Triumph Bonnies)
Can’t disagree with you there.The best retro out there (if you discount the Triumph Bonnies)
I was chatting with a guy the other week who’d put a turbo on a cafe. Seems a bit pointless but 240bhp is tempting!
Thought I recognised it. I've been in there a few times to get parts for my old Sportster.
I live just down the road from there in Radlett
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I’ve been playing on this today
That looks cracking, personally speaking I'd rather have one of those than a 4cyl, more torque and character (we didn't call them UJM's without reasonI’ve been playing on this today
) Cheers, John B4
New bike day for me. First ride for a couple of hours this morning. The feet forward controls feel a bit weird at first but you get used to them very quickly. Really comfy and is an absolute torque monster. Like a muscle car with two wheels. The Fat Bob 114....
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Exactly how I felt about the GS1250. If you don’t look back once you parked and it doesn’t make you smile it’s not the one imho.
Looking badass Tony. Congratulations mate.
Here’s my new arrival, and I have to say it’s the best bike I’ve ever ridden, and by god I’ve ridden a few!
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“Don’t look back, you’re not heading that way.”
Deal done and I collect it next Saturday
I’ve had a bit of an epiphany of late, I’ll be selling some watches and doing a bit more of what floats my boat, life’s too short.
I fancy a bit of a rush so I might try listing a modern Rolex on SC.
Triumph really have their line up sorted. I doubt there’s a bad bike in it. Great colours and with the knee pads classic looks, enjoy.Deal done and I collect it next Saturday
I’ve had a bit of an epiphany of late, I’ll be selling some watches and doing a bit more of what floats my boat, life’s too short.
I fancy a bit of a rush so I might try listing a modern Rolex on SC.
The world seems to be going to hell in a handbasket and that has made me realise that life is now. Hence my Honda CB. While I’m very happy with my bike, I’ll also happily admit that your Triumph looks a lot better. I hope you’ll enjoy it for many miles to come.Deal done and I collect it next Saturday
I’ve had a bit of an epiphany of late, I’ll be selling some watches and doing a bit more of what floats my boat, life’s too short.
I fancy a bit of a rush so I might try listing a modern Rolex on SC.
Lovely, Ray. I was seriously contemplating one, but love the chameleon like nature of the Sport Glide. There’s a fair few Harley’s on the forum now - we should make a day of it before the summer is over.New bike day for me. First ride for a couple of hours this morning. The feet forward controls feel a bit weird at first but you get used to them very quickly. Really comfy and is an absolute torque monster. Like a muscle car with two wheels. The Fat Bob 114....
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