Bought a new 2014 Honda CB1100!

[andrewg]

Originally Posted By: Silverado12
But you just said Harley would be out of business if not for tariffs. Make up your mind.


I've not contradicted myself...what are you referring to? Facts are facts...Harley did impose a tariff as a measure to prevent bankruptcy during the Reagan administration. It was a five year tariff. Harley DID turn the business around before the expiration of the tariff.

If it was not for the protective tariff...Harley-Davidson would have gone under as they were extremely close to doing so. In order to survive they needed governments help...and a manufacturing model derived from Honda.

That's what I stated.

 

[alarmguy]

Originally Posted By: Doog
Gentlemen please: Respect everyone on 2 wheels no matter what they ride. I have had Harleys, Yamahas and currently ride a Triumph Thunderbird. That Honda CB1100 is a nice bike. I would own one in a minute but can't part with my Tbird right now. (kids in College).
...


Yes, Triumph has been on a roll with its line up as well, been well received in the press.. As my last post said, Im not sure why, maybe because of being different. I like the look of the parallel twins, in the Honda discussed here and as I said the Triumphs. Problem in my state was lack of dealers, I came close one time to a Thunderbird LT. Spoke to the dealer over the phone, he even quoted me an attractive price as much as I was tempted, the dealer was 2 hours away in the Charlotte NC area, never made the trip.
... and oh man, Im counting down the months, last one in college, graduates in a couple months, yay. However, I already bought my new bike in 8/14 knowing at the time, we were getting close to the end of college this year...(and with my wife saying why not now ) )

 

[ryanschillinger]

I appreciate any maker's bikes. Even though I don't buy a Harley, I still like to check them out when I see them parked. Same with the Guzzis. I don't hate what someone else rides, and feel the need to insult them or their choice in bike. You ride a Vespa? Cool, as long as you have fun. You don't have to ride what I ride...

 

[29662]

Originally Posted By: Silverado12
Originally Posted By: 29662
Nice bike. I love the retro look of the CB.

Screw the HD crowd. They're nothing more than a bunch of wannabe weekend warriors. They're just a bunch of posers.


Some pretty strong words from the crowd that "wants to be waved at LOL!"


Where did I say I wanted to be waved at? I could care less if a bunch of posers on GEEZER-Glides acknowledges me or not. If they wave, I'll wave back. If not, on to the next curve.

Just go ride. Life's more fun that way.

 

[Silverado12]

Posing as what? Just curious. The only guys who don't wave back at me are the people on scooters. I guess they feel too humiliated LOL.

 

[andrewg]

Originally Posted By: Silverado12
Posing as what? Just curious. The only guys who don't wave back at me are the people on scooters. I guess they feel too humiliated LOL.


Scooters are a heck of a lot of fun....especially when on vacation.

In a way....if you think about it....anybody that rides a scooter in regular traffic has some pretty big man eggs.

 

[ryanschillinger]

Man eggs! Hahaha! Never heard that one.

 

[Silverado12]

I'll actually agree with that!

 

[andrewg]

Originally Posted By: Silverado12
I'll actually agree with that!


See....I'm not a complete numb-nuts!

 

[Silverado12]

Originally Posted By: andrewg
Originally Posted By: Silverado12
I'll actually agree with that!


See....I'm not a complete numb-nuts!


No, sorry for the remark.

 

[andrewg]

Originally Posted By: Silverado12
Originally Posted By: andrewg
Originally Posted By: Silverado12
I'll actually agree with that!


See....I'm not a complete numb-nuts!


No, sorry for the remark.


No need...sometimes I can get too worked up and express myself poorly.

 

[Doog]

Originally Posted By: alarmguy
Originally Posted By: Doog
Gentlemen please: Respect everyone on 2 wheels no matter what they ride. I have had Harleys, Yamahas and currently ride a Triumph Thunderbird. That Honda CB1100 is a nice bike. I would own one in a minute but can't part with my Tbird right now. (kids in College).
...


Yes, Triumph has been on a roll with its line up as well, been well received in the press.. As my last post said, Im not sure why, maybe because of being different. I like the look of the parallel twins, in the Honda discussed here and as I said the Triumphs. Problem in my state was lack of dealers, I came close one time to a Thunderbird LT. Spoke to the dealer over the phone, he even quoted me an attractive price as much as I was tempted, the dealer was 2 hours away in the Charlotte NC area, never made the trip.
... and oh man, Im counting down the months, last one in college, graduates in a couple months, yay. However, I already bought my new bike in 8/14 knowing at the time, we were getting close to the end of college this year...(and with my wife saying why not now ) )


Lucky you.....#2 is done in May....#3 starts in August

 

[Jarlaxle]

Originally Posted By: Silverado12
Posing as what? Just curious. The only guys who don't wave back at me are the people on scooters. I guess they feel too humiliated LOL.

Were you the dude in the pirate costume that nearly lowsided trying to pace me on the Blue Ridge last summer?

 

[Cyclicrate]

I have one, and it is a smile factory. If I had to pick a fight with it, I might like a liiitle more power, but it handles so much better than any cruiser I've ever ridden, that I will forgive much. I love air cooled bikes.

 

[ryanschillinger]

I think it has enough power to be entertaining for sure. I just hope it's big enough to reasonably carry a passenger. I think it will be alright once I get some accessories. I installed a NC Street Shield EX already, have a Hepco and Becker rear rack on the way, and about to order some SW Motech engine guards. Need to figure out something to work as a passenger backrest attached to the rear rack. Seems like it's a bit of a limited market for accessories for these bikes. I really wanted one of those Comet fairings, but out of my budget.

 

[Silverado12]

Originally Posted By: Jarlaxle
Originally Posted By: Silverado12
Posing as what? Just curious. The only guys who don't wave back at me are the people on scooters. I guess they feel too humiliated LOL.

Were you the dude in the pirate costume that nearly lowsided trying to pace me on the Blue Ridge last summer?


Yes, that was me.

 

[andrewg]

Cyclicrate,

WOW! That is one nice looking standard.

Beautiful, yet simple.

 

[ryanschillinger]

Thanks!

Installed a NC Street Shield EX so far. Got a Hepco & Becker rear rack on the way. Need to figure out a passenger backrest, or just get a top case she can use as a backrest...

 

[andrewg]

That shield really makes it much more comfortable....especially at speed and on colder days.

 

[rrounds]

I love it when they talk HP
This is from Cycle World 2014

"The 103 (1690cc) twin cam engine was introduced in 2012 on softtails.
From Cycle World in 2014: 76 HP at the rear wheel"

74 to the wheel, well that will light the road on fire. LOL

ROD