I've just bought an RS. It's beautifully made and so well proportioned. It's not physically big, but feels very solid and 'beefy'. Nice deep sound to it. Cracking bike, ignore numbers on paper the motor and gearbox are sublime.
Just curious - what age span are you thinking about? I'm 50. A bit too "young" to actually had the bikes in question in their heyday. I wouldn't be surprised if the same millenials interested in "cafe racers " would be interested in the cb1100 and the Thruxton. They don't seem to mind sluggish bikes like the honda cb350 and others as long as they have the correct fad attire.
I'm just about to turn 26.. I just bought the 2017 honda cb1100 a few weeks ago. I don't think it's about the age you are. I think its your personality that has a lot to do with it what things you like.
I think retro bikes age better. E.g. the Honda Fireblade on release looked futuristic with it's boxy back end. Now it looks laughably dated. It tells me that the new look transformer bikes will likely age poorly. Whereas retro bikes like the Honda CB1100 and Kawasaki Z900RS, will always just look like bikes.
I had an 80 CB 750 custom and loved it.I dreamt Honda would bring it back and they did,only with a bigger engine.I must have one,and I would bet the farm that this bike would easily outlive me.👍
The CB1100EX/RS is a great bike, smooth and powerful, 90bhp enough to have great fun without lacking character, great details all over the bike. Is a Honda ... what more can you ask for?
When i was riding my old 1973 Honda 754cc bike, i used to go around 120 MPH on the freeway. It was a great fun bike. These bikes remind me so much of my old bike, looks wise.
Unfortunately the OEM LED headlight on the CB 1100 EX and RS is too weak, it is ridiculous. I had to change it for a J.W. Speaker Headlight that is significantly brighter. The installation however was quite a thing, as the electric wiring is not compatible at all.
This would be the ONLY new Honda I would buy. Honda's new bike line-up stinks. I own two CB1100's, 2013 and 2017. These will probably be the last two Hondas I buy unless the CB1100RS or CB1300 get brought over here.
Bars, seats, footpegs etc. are easily changed out to units that fit you better. Get the over all package that suits you then fettle to make it fit you. I have the 2013 & 2014 (unplanned purchase of the '14 - got her used) and if push comes to shove the CB could easily be my forever bike. It really ticks all the boxes for me (except for dirt and I'd give up dirt to keep the CB). The CB1100 owners forum has lots of Oz members and older units do come up for sale; you may want to check it out. Good luck!
These are beautiful, sensible bikes; it's a shame that they are not available in the US. Probably because they would be big competition to small Harleys, like the Sportster. So much for free market. I would be interested in one and for curiosity I'll research if it could be imported by an individual. Import tax would be probably prohibitive plus shipping and sales tax, it could easily cost $5000 more.
I have had only classic bikes for the last 5 years, (one of which is a 1971 CB750-4) but I bought a second hand CB1100SA-E with 3000miles on it in March this year (It looks like the EX) because I wanted old looks with modern benefits. Boy, did I get it! People do a double take as they think its old (restored). The only reason I'm here and not out on it now is the bloody English summer....the rain is a bit warmer than usual! 😂Import one.....you'll love it.
Your importation laws are interesting. In Ireland you can import yourself quite easily but the bike needs to be more than six months old and have more than 6,000Km on the clock to avoid hefty taxation. The older the bike the less you pay so old classics are very cheap to import. I just imported a CB1100EX, nearly 3 years old, which they don't sell in Ireland. Fantastic bike, gets lots of attention out on the road.
We have a Honda dealer in my town and a few others in nearby towns but not a single example of this bike was ever presented. I have yet to date see one in my State. The bike> 2019CB 1100RS, or the 2019 CB 1300. I asked about them and the subject is immediately changed. Puzzled.
Check out my channel I just did a road trip on my 2014 cb1100. So far I’ve put about 15k miles on mine. Absolutely love the bike and have ran into zero issues so far. But be warned. Only buy this bike if you don’t mind constantly getting approached by old men asking you what year it is and listening to them talk about when they owned one and the good old days.
Hi my name is steve i live in perth australia, im wanting to buy a new 2021 cb1100rs, where in japan or who would i contact to look at getting one shipped over, ive been emailing honda australia been a true pain in the arss for them, good!!! doesnt seem to be getting me anywhere, so please tell me ive been emailing uk,taiwan,thailand, trying to find a dealer who will ship one for me, never had this problem before, pissesss me off ,but i dont give up easy, so if you know who i can contact in japan that would be so much of help to me,, sincerely steve from perth, thanks
Great video. Very informative, I have an MT10 with 160hp. The only time I use that power is on the track. Would love one an EX but would probably go for the RS. Again well done on the video.
I live in Japan, have two bikes, and want to know if I can bring them back to Aust so I would be interested in a video helping me figure out if both of my bikes - one of them chopped and changed a fair bit - would get compliance easily in Australia
Looks like a lot of fun to ride. Comfort, style and decent performance. Not a long distance - cross country toured perhaps but there you have it. That's what it's good for.
@@AprendizDeLoQueToca - Not my first choice to ride cross country; would at least have to add windshield and bags but for an all around fun bike, looks like a winner. My last motorcycle was a Harley Sportster and that was fun, but not a long distance bike.
Thanks for the video. I would definitely have one of those bikes as my first choice if it were not for disability. We are able to get the range in the UK. My son has just bought a Moto Guzzi V7 which is also a bike I love. Regards, Bob M, South Wales
I'm not in a place to buy nor do I currently need a newer bike, but I hope this 4 cylinder bikes don't die off, I'd love to get a fuel injected modern classic. I've got a 86 Radian with only 11,000 miles on it. I hope they still exist when its time to move on.
I’ve owned a 2014 version of the CB1100 with the stainless 4 into 1 exhaust. The only thing I would like to change is the fuel tank for greater range. I would like to know if the EX tank would fit my 2014 CB1100. Does anyone know?
Nice looking bike, Personally If I'd spend money on a new bike, I'd expect modern performnce. The new Kawasaki z900 isn't far off (performance) , but I'd much rather see it in the zephyr design.
Thank you. If your question were my question, too, my answer would be yes, too. Stating on scooters to get to work, I found, as I was told I would contrary to my own beliefs, that after one year I wanted a 400cc license. Got that and a Kawasaki W400 as my first non-scooter bike. Low and behold, after a year I wanted Japan's 'big-two-wheeler' license. Got that and a new 2013 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom. After five years of loving every moment I spent on it, and paying large sums of money to the main dealer to keep it like new, I did a very, very stupid thing. Yes, I traded it in for a new 2017 model Yamaha Tmax 530 DX (sports scooter) as hand-joint and wrist pain meant clutchless or stop riding. Two years later (next month) the bike has sat under a cover in my underground parking almost completely unused. 1085 kilometres on the clock. What an awful thing it is. So... the clutchless, or rather DCT, Honda NC750X as a big compromise as regards the V-Strom (not as solid or well grounded - at least it feels that way to me) or the Honda CB1100 (standard one for me) with a screen for winter our touring, and with a top-box to support my wife's back??? Just a thought, but the CB1100 means going back to a clutch lever and some pain.
Nice looking bike, Personally If I'd spend money on a new bike, I'd expect modern performnce. The new Kawasaki z900 isn't far off (performance) , but I'd much rather see it in the zephyr design.
Hi bud, Chris here in the UK, love my CB1100RS but it's not a fault free bike as many are not, I am short in the leg department so I am on top toes but the hip to foot rest feels cramped, after riding sports bikes for years an looking to try and slow down but not go the cruiser route I thought the RS might be ideal, but with the flat bars I find I am leaning on them, and the seat is really why we bought it as well but it's turned out to be an instrument of torture, 50-60 miles and the butt ache starts for pillion and rider alike,coupled with rust around the hanger brackets on the exhaust and poor chrome thickness on the no4 header near the bend and I am feeling a bit like it's coming up short,oh and one thing they don't tell you is the top end is capped at 112 mph, so as far as I can see ,all the road Tests are crap,but I do love it, Honda UK not even interested in the corrosion and chrome issue on a bike with 4000 miles that the issues were flagged at 3000 miles.
I would look into a road comet faring for the bike instead of being leaned over all the time. I have one on my 13 and love it. I think I paid around $600 usd for it 5 years ago and it was well worth the money. I purchased it from samurider.com and a man named Takashi. I think it arrived at my door in 4 or 5 days from Japan. This man must have some crazy mojo with customs because a lot of up on the CB1100 forum have experienced the same thing with shipping from him.
I think I would avoid the spoked wheels, as they would be a nightmare to clean. Cente stand is a must, which is a win for these bikes. ... I agree about them having enough power.
Love classic four Honda but can't give up DCT and 67 mpg (US) now, and storage, and lower weight, and decaying street extra suspension, of my NC750X. 56 now so 54 hp and 50 lbs torque good enough.
Do it. Do it. Do it. I have had all sorts of bikes over the last 30 years and got my CB1100 EX this year. Its fabulous. It has enough 'oomph' to be fun and is a dream to ride at sensible speeds. Its beautifully made and looks a proper 'bobby dazzler'. 👌
*The only **-people-** guys demanding more HP are guys who don't moto for anything other than weekend fun.* Anyways, I'm having trouble locating this bike in the US. Honda dealers in nearby metro areas aren't carrying them. Used models are few and 100+ miles apart. This bike embodies the classic Japanese style bike. (Note: classic Japanese is the famous Norton or Moto Guzzi style.)
Love to see someone go through the import process and document it for all of us interested. Shame on Honda for not giving us the choices we should have, perhaps my brand loyalty will disappear just like our consumer choices. A word of wisdom for Honda Australia "the customer is always right".
The CB1100's were dropped in Australia before the US. But they have been dropped from the US line up now. I believe they still available in the UK and some Asian markets but that may not be for too long. It's a real pity.
Go with a used model to save money. Only bad thing is that it's still oil cooled. This may be an issue for some. I have not had any issues with my 2016. Also, get a Dart Marlin windshield.
Have you ridden the EX with the “raised” bars or are you making assumptions? I am very tall with a long torso and have no issues on the highway at high speeds. The gas tank pretty much acts like a fairing on this thing. This bike really is not made for laying down on the tank anyway. The foot position is not conducive to that at all. I use a fairing to help with wind but it really isn’t necessary at all.
I haven't ridden the EX or RS as neither are available here in Australia. But I have owned and ridden nakeds, cruisers, sports bikes and sports tourers over the last 30 odd years. My first big bike being and inline four 1100cc naked XS1100 bought in 1989. I have a lot experience riding the different styles of motorcycles and I know what to expect from each style of bike and I know which I will be more comfortable on. If I found the EX to be completely fine without a fairing I personally wouldn't fit one to the bike.
@@BikesILike My fairing pretty much stays off in the summer. I took a 4 hour each way trip over a weekend when I had to go out of town and could not resist taking the bike in nice weather. Was apprehensive at first in anticipation of much wind buffeting, but that is when I found out the wind was not a problem on the highway.
Hi Alan, yeah I've had a really good look into it, spoke to authorities and importers and it's just not possible... they really have it locked down. The only way it's going to happen is if you live overseas for 12 months, buy one and bring it home with you. I decided not to make a video as there wasn't enough interest in it.
Unfortunately the proposed changes never came through. There may be a way by getting the bike onto the registry of enthusiast and specialist vehicles, then you can apply for an import permit, however you will need to do all this via a RAWS approved shop as only they can import it in under 25 years old. Can’t understand Honda’s approach they would sell more of this model in Australia than many other brands sell of their entire range in a year.
I own a 2014 (bought brand new, they literally had to open the crate to sell it to me in 2016, currently has 39k km/24k miles). The twin-springers lack charm short order, the 8k valve adjusts take 8 to 10 hours, she vibrates like crazy at 90mph/144kph and the range is terrible even compared to my 2011 Speed Triple (due to the small tank on the CB1100). They also made the rear brake pedal way too high, so I’ve gotten used to angling my foot away from it. That said, I DID throw 24,000 miles on it and I still own it. Its a decent bike, but it definitely has its quirks (what they solved between 2014 and 2019 might resolve a few of these). Pluses do include a smooth ride, decent road weight (my 675 Speed Triple and 750 Gixxer are both too light to trigger traffic signals and I feel every breeze) and I just feel cool on the thing.
Own a 2013 and the bike runs with little vibration, (had it up to 100 mph couple of times), and the transmission is extremly well synced and shifts effortlessly. Great machine....
Johanne J Yes, you’re right although I think 2017 was the last year. There are still models around, Florida has a few as well as Texas. I just don’t think Honda is bringing any more here, I could be wrong.
@@joelmcdowell4498 I totally agree with your assessment of the Z1, which is why I find the tank shape of the Z900RS to be such a disappointment. Viewed anywhere but directly from the side, the bulbous mushroom-like tank of the Z900RS just ruins what is otherwise a beautiful motorcycle.
@@BikesILike OK thats no good, I'm actually in Oz but was thinking it would be an easy option to import from NZ. I've threatened Honda Au. that if they don't hurry up I would have to buy a Triumph, alas, to no avail.
@@scott257 Ahh good thinking! Yeah it's very frustrating. I spoke to my local Honda dealer and they're not too happy either. The range shrinking is now extending to dirt bikes, being in the country dirt bikes are their bread and butter.
oh I seen a beautiful red and black CB1100RS second hand, but near new in a Osaka Honda dealer for 1,027,000 yen..I have emailed Honda australia in the past .. it appears they will not be ever importing this bike or the cb1300, as they have in the past ... Which I don't understand the Kawasaki z900rs is killing Honda in retro sales , the CB1000r is not even in the top 10 naked sellers in Australia for similar price. based Purely on the bikes styling. I think the costs of importing , duty and taxes , and very bad exchange rate would make it too expensive for independent importing.
Yes agree the costs would add up, but if you reeeeeally wanted one you might accept the additional expense. Haven't been to Japan, would be amazing to see these bikes on the showroom floor. Might have to make a trip to Japan in the future.
I've just bought an RS. It's beautifully made and so well proportioned. It's not physically big, but feels very solid and 'beefy'. Nice deep sound to it. Cracking bike, ignore numbers on paper the motor and gearbox are sublime.
I keep bouncing back and forth between this and a Z900RS.
People of a certain age love retro bikes, reminds us of the 70's.
Just curious - what age span are you thinking about? I'm 50. A bit too "young" to actually had the bikes in question in their heyday. I wouldn't be surprised if the same millenials interested in "cafe racers " would be interested in the cb1100 and the Thruxton. They don't seem to mind sluggish bikes like the honda cb350 and others as long as they have the correct fad attire.
I'm just about to turn 26.. I just bought the 2017 honda cb1100 a few weeks ago. I don't think it's about the age you are. I think its your personality that has a lot to do with it what things you like.
I'm 27 and I've grown into these kind of bikes.
I’m 31 & i’ll pick up mine next week, my choice is rs
I think retro bikes age better. E.g. the Honda Fireblade on release looked futuristic with it's boxy back end. Now it looks laughably dated. It tells me that the new look transformer bikes will likely age poorly. Whereas retro bikes like the Honda CB1100 and Kawasaki Z900RS, will always just look like bikes.
Knock 1/6 off the price and sell the fucking RS in the USA and Honda would actually make fricking money on this model.
people who knows that they are not going to trucks, these are the only choices, unless you live in the land of peter pan.
They don't import into the US either. I bought a new, old stock 2014 last month.
I have to say, I love it!!
I had an 80 CB 750 custom and loved it.I dreamt Honda would bring it back and they did,only with a bigger engine.I must have one,and I would bet the farm that this bike would easily outlive me.👍
CB1100RS will do me.
My 2014 CB1100 is perfect. Definitely “10” on smile scale
yes please do the video on the importing laws.
The CB1100EX/RS is a great bike, smooth and powerful, 90bhp enough to have great fun without lacking character, great details all over the bike. Is a Honda ... what more can you ask for?
When i was riding my old 1973 Honda 754cc bike, i used to go around 120 MPH on the freeway.
It was a great fun bike.
These bikes remind me so much of my old bike, looks wise.
Unfortunately the OEM LED headlight on the CB 1100 EX and RS is too weak, it is ridiculous. I had to change it for a J.W. Speaker Headlight that is significantly brighter. The installation however was quite a thing, as the electric wiring is not compatible at all.
This would be the ONLY new Honda I would buy. Honda's new bike line-up stinks. I own two CB1100's, 2013 and 2017. These will probably be the last two Hondas I buy unless the CB1100RS or CB1300 get brought over here.
If you live in america.. you won't be seeing 2019s lol
Bars, seats, footpegs etc. are easily changed out to units that fit you better. Get the over all package that suits you then fettle to make it fit you. I have the 2013 & 2014 (unplanned purchase of the '14 - got her used) and if push comes to shove the CB could easily be my forever bike. It really ticks all the boxes for me (except for dirt and I'd give up dirt to keep the CB). The CB1100 owners forum has lots of Oz members and older units do come up for sale; you may want to check it out. Good luck!
Thanks Ronald! I will check it out. Cheers, Paul.
The most true to the original,and most beautiful retro bike out there.Any version would do me fine.👍
This bike is so Smoooooth to ride. I love mine :)
That is an amazing machine.
I like the 2019 HONDA CB1100 RS the best.
I like the colors, and the mag wheels.
These are beautiful, sensible bikes; it's a shame that they are not available in the US. Probably because they would be big competition to small Harleys, like the Sportster. So much for free market. I would be interested in one and for curiosity I'll research if it could be imported by an individual. Import tax would be probably prohibitive plus shipping and sales tax, it could easily cost $5000 more.
I have had only classic bikes for the last 5 years, (one of which is a 1971 CB750-4) but I bought a second hand CB1100SA-E with 3000miles on it in March this year (It looks like the EX) because I wanted old looks with modern benefits. Boy, did I get it! People do a double take as they think its old (restored). The only reason I'm here and not out on it now is the bloody English summer....the rain is a bit warmer than usual! 😂Import one.....you'll love it.
Your importation laws are interesting. In Ireland you can import yourself quite easily but the bike needs to be more than six months old and have more than 6,000Km on the clock to avoid hefty taxation. The older the bike the less you pay so old classics are very cheap to import. I just imported a CB1100EX, nearly 3 years old, which they don't sell in Ireland. Fantastic bike, gets lots of attention out on the road.
We have a Honda dealer in my town and a few others in nearby towns but not a single example of this bike was ever presented. I have yet to date see one in my State. The bike> 2019CB 1100RS, or the 2019 CB 1300. I asked about them and the subject is immediately changed. Puzzled.
At 0:47 the word is “paltry” not poultry, unless you we’re talking about chickens 😂😂😂
Yeah good idea to release a video on importing a bike of a similar standard to Oz compliance regs.
EX, looks more classic, i kind of dig that!
Can't help thinking the same money would buy a Kawasaki Z900RS.. I've always ridden Honda's, but I'm afraid Kawasaki has the edge this time round..
This bike is basically an updated 4 cyl version of a 1980 Honda CBX 6 cyl classic, mines got an 1150 kit.
Check out my channel I just did a road trip on my 2014 cb1100. So far I’ve put about 15k miles on mine. Absolutely love the bike and have ran into zero issues so far. But be warned. Only buy this bike if you don’t mind constantly getting approached by old men asking you what year it is and listening to them talk about when they owned one and the good old days.
True motorcycle enthusiasts know that it’s not how powerful a bike is or how hi tech it is... it’s how that motorbike makes you feel...
I still like the looks of the old crypto choppers like the Kawasaki LTD series or the early 80's Honda CB900 custom's.
My first road bike was a Kawasaki LTD 250 I bought back in the 80's :)
Now.....that's a bike!!!
Hard to find a 2017 here in the US. Plenty of 2014 models to be found though! Looking to sell my Indian and pick up one of these this Spring.
Hi my name is steve i live in perth australia, im wanting to buy a new 2021 cb1100rs, where in japan or who would i contact to look at getting one shipped over, ive been emailing honda australia been a true pain in the arss for them, good!!! doesnt seem to be getting me anywhere, so please tell me ive been emailing uk,taiwan,thailand, trying to find a dealer who will ship one for me, never had this problem before, pissesss me off ,but i dont give up easy, so if you know who i can contact in japan that would be so much of help to me,, sincerely steve from perth, thanks
Singapore selling at S$40,000, converted to USD will be UA30,000! can buy three CB1100!
Beautiful bikes! I wish Honda makes smaller displacements. I don't need all that extra power to cruise.
Yes please, I would be very much interested in how much it would cost to import, & have a CB1100RS ADR compliant!
Great video. Very informative, I have an MT10 with 160hp.
The only time I use that power is on the track.
Would love one an EX but would probably go for the RS.
Again well done on the video.
Thank you!
if they would send the cb1300sf to the US id give the CEO a handy jay.
No longer available in Canada. Seems like the perfect bike to me but they killed themselves with the price.
yes please I do want to see how to buy and import
not a fan of low profile tires bikes like this one should have fat tires.
I live in Japan, have two bikes, and want to know if I can bring them back to Aust so I would be interested in a video helping me figure out if both of my bikes - one of them chopped and changed a fair bit - would get compliance easily in Australia
Hi Tommy. Am investigating, will put a video together once I have all the info.
Yes please do a video on this bike. Riding quality and cost. Is it an all a rounder? What is it good for?
Looks like a lot of fun to ride. Comfort, style and decent performance. Not a long distance - cross country toured perhaps but there you have it. That's what it's good for.
@@scootergeorge9576 They're great for long distance ALL day riding.
@@AprendizDeLoQueToca - Not my first choice to ride cross country; would at least have to add windshield and bags but for an all around fun bike, looks like a winner. My last motorcycle was a Harley Sportster and that was fun, but not a long distance bike.
Ridden mine on long 800km plus trips, great touring bike.
This is a really great bike and comfortable ,easy to drive .
Love my 2014 CB1100. The 2019 is pretty sweet!
MemphisMike!!! I've watched your CB1100 and Goldwing videos, thanks for stopping by :)
Thanks for the video. I would definitely have one of those bikes as my first choice if it were not for disability. We are able to get the range in the UK. My son has just bought a Moto Guzzi V7 which is also a bike I love. Regards, Bob M, South Wales
Hey you're welcome Robert, thanks for commenting! Yes I do concur, the Moto Guzzi V7 is very nice motorcycle.
I'm not in a place to buy nor do I currently need a newer bike, but I hope this 4 cylinder bikes don't die off, I'd love to get a fuel injected modern classic. I've got a 86 Radian with only 11,000 miles on it. I hope they still exist when its time to move on.
I’ve owned a 2014 version of the CB1100 with the stainless 4 into 1 exhaust. The only thing I would like to change is the fuel tank for greater range. I would like to know if the EX tank would fit my 2014 CB1100. Does anyone know?
Nice looking bike, Personally If I'd spend money on a new bike, I'd expect modern
performnce. The new Kawasaki z900 isn't far off (performance) , but I'd
much rather see it in the zephyr design.
Thank you.
If your question were my question, too, my answer would be yes, too.
Stating on scooters to get to work, I found, as I was told I would contrary to my own beliefs, that after one year I wanted a 400cc license. Got that and a Kawasaki W400 as my first non-scooter bike. Low and behold, after a year I wanted Japan's 'big-two-wheeler' license. Got that and a new 2013 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom. After five years of loving every moment I spent on it, and paying large sums of money to the main dealer to keep it like new, I did a very, very stupid thing. Yes, I traded it in for a new 2017 model Yamaha Tmax 530 DX (sports scooter) as hand-joint and wrist pain meant clutchless or stop riding. Two years later (next month) the bike has sat under a cover in my underground parking almost completely unused. 1085 kilometres on the clock. What an awful thing it is.
So... the clutchless, or rather DCT, Honda NC750X as a big compromise as regards the V-Strom (not as solid or well grounded - at least it feels that way to me) or the Honda CB1100 (standard one for me) with a screen for winter our touring, and with a top-box to support my wife's back???
Just a thought, but the CB1100 means going back to a clutch lever and some pain.
Nice looking bike, Personally If I'd spend money on a new bike, I'd expect modern
performnce. The new Kawasaki z900 isn't far off (performance) , but I'd
much rather see it in the zephyr design.
I own a 2011 model, brilliant bike, would highly recommend! Plenty of grunt for any type of fun.
Hi bud,
Chris here in the UK, love my CB1100RS but it's not a fault free bike as many are not, I am short in the leg department so I am
on top toes but the hip to foot rest feels cramped, after riding sports bikes for years an looking to try and slow down but not go the cruiser route I thought the RS might be ideal, but with the flat bars I find I am leaning on them, and the seat is really why we bought it as well but it's turned out to be an instrument of torture, 50-60 miles and the butt ache starts for pillion and rider alike,coupled with rust around the hanger brackets on the exhaust and poor chrome thickness on the no4 header near the bend and I am feeling a bit like it's coming up short,oh and one thing they don't tell you is the top end is capped at 112 mph, so as far as I can see ,all the road Tests are crap,but I do love it, Honda UK not even interested in the corrosion and chrome issue on a bike with 4000 miles that the issues were flagged at 3000 miles.
honda forgot to attach a wing logos on both side at the fuel tank
nice bike but ridicously heavy
any chance at some point these will come to the USA?
Great bike as an alternative to Bonnieville, definitely like to know the importing process. Cheers
I’ll keep my vfr1200.
I would look into a road comet faring for the bike instead of being leaned over all the time. I have one on my 13 and love it. I think I paid around $600 usd for it 5 years ago and it was well worth the money.
I purchased it from samurider.com and a man named Takashi. I think it arrived at my door in 4 or 5 days from Japan. This man must have some crazy mojo with customs because a lot of up on the CB1100 forum have experienced the same thing with shipping from him.
Not to forget the Honda CB400 SuperFour with VTEC.. 💥💯👍
I think I would avoid the spoked wheels, as they would be a nightmare to clean.
Cente stand is a must, which is a win for these bikes. ... I agree about them having enough power.
What do you think of the Triumph Speed Twin
Actually I really like Speed Twin Don. I think it combines the best features of a Speed Triple and a Bonneville.
Thanks mate for your no bullshit and mad music accompanied vids
Absolutely, let’s see it!
like the retro styling. I am about sick of looking at v twins .
all the rest of us!
Love classic four Honda but can't give up DCT and 67 mpg (US) now, and storage, and lower weight, and decaying street extra suspension, of my NC750X. 56 now so 54 hp and 50 lbs torque good enough.
The NC750X is on my radar John. Hoping to find a test ride somewhere but it appears the DCT version is not available in Australia.
I am the caretaker of 1994 CB 1000R. Vin #30
Glad they have one with spoked wheels. Just seems like a retro bike should have spokes not mags.
🌈❤❤❤
Do it. Do it. Do it. I have had all sorts of bikes over the last 30 years and got my CB1100 EX this year. Its fabulous. It has enough 'oomph' to be fun and is a dream to ride at sensible speeds. Its beautifully made and looks a proper 'bobby dazzler'. 👌
I love these bikes but as new they are too expensive for me... Always have my eyes open for a older used one.
I luv the rs model
*The only **-people-** guys demanding more HP are guys who don't moto for anything other than weekend fun.*
Anyways, I'm having trouble locating this bike in the US. Honda dealers in nearby metro areas aren't carrying them. Used models are few and 100+ miles apart. This bike embodies the classic Japanese style bike. (Note: classic Japanese is the famous Norton or Moto Guzzi style.)
Love to see someone go through the import process and document it for all of us interested. Shame on Honda for not giving us the choices we should have, perhaps my brand loyalty will disappear just like our consumer choices. A word of wisdom for Honda Australia "the customer is always right".
It seems like euros doesn't exist for this guy
Is it available in the US?? Bet not
The CB1100's were dropped in Australia before the US. But they have been dropped from the US line up now. I believe they still available in the UK and some Asian markets but that may not be for too long. It's a real pity.
RS all day
I've always loved the CB line.
Go with a used model to save money. Only bad thing is that it's still oil cooled. This may be an issue for some. I have not had any issues with my 2016. Also, get a Dart Marlin windshield.
Air/Oil cooled, that is the idea, on purpose.
Spot on Terry. Also,it means EASY servicing that can be done yourself.
Now I feel for a fosters and sum shrimps on the barbie
I think you mean prawns mate!
Ha ha, and no one drinks Fosters any more.
Interesting as I’ve got a 2007 Triumph Speedmaster and agree there’s more than enough power. My 1400GTR on the other hand, insane!!!
Why is it so heavy?!?
It doesn't feel heavy to ride, it is as smooth as silk.
$8,995. + tax-reg at Eastbay motorcycle.
Definitely a cool looking bike but that is a shameful amount of power for that displacement.
Ride one and you might change your mind.
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I enjoy comfortable smooth cruising with all the spirit when needed too have some fun .
Have you ridden the EX with the “raised” bars or are you making assumptions? I am very tall with a long torso and have no issues on the highway at high speeds. The gas tank pretty much acts like a fairing on this thing. This bike really is not made for laying down on the tank anyway. The foot position is not conducive to that at all. I use a fairing to help with wind but it really isn’t necessary at all.
I haven't ridden the EX or RS as neither are available here in Australia. But I have owned and ridden nakeds, cruisers, sports bikes and sports tourers over the last 30 odd years. My first big bike being and inline four 1100cc naked XS1100 bought in 1989. I have a lot experience riding the different styles of motorcycles and I know what to expect from each style of bike and I know which I will be more comfortable on. If I found the EX to be completely fine without a fairing I personally wouldn't fit one to the bike.
@@BikesILike My fairing pretty much stays off in the summer. I took a 4 hour each way trip over a weekend when I had to go out of town and could not resist taking the bike in nice weather. Was apprehensive at first in anticipation of much wind buffeting, but that is when I found out the wind was not a problem on the highway.
@@PracticingLiberty Good to hear! I wish they sold the CB1100's here in Australia.
Yes, that would be very helpful to know the process of importing a new Honda model into Australia
A video on that would be very beneficial
Hi Alan, yeah I've had a really good look into it, spoke to authorities and importers and it's just not possible... they really have it locked down. The only way it's going to happen is if you live overseas for 12 months, buy one and bring it home with you. I decided not to make a video as there wasn't enough interest in it.
Unfortunately the proposed changes never came through. There may be a way by getting the bike onto the registry of enthusiast and specialist vehicles, then you can apply for an import permit, however you will need to do all this via a RAWS approved shop as only they can import it in under 25 years old.
Can’t understand Honda’s approach they would sell more of this model in Australia than many other brands sell of their entire range in a year.
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Check the website in your country for pricing and availability
I own a 2014 (bought brand new, they literally had to open the crate to sell it to me in 2016, currently has 39k km/24k miles). The twin-springers lack charm short order, the 8k valve adjusts take 8 to 10 hours, she vibrates like crazy at 90mph/144kph and the range is terrible even compared to my 2011 Speed Triple (due to the small tank on the CB1100). They also made the rear brake pedal way too high, so I’ve gotten used to angling my foot away from it.
That said, I DID throw 24,000 miles on it and I still own it. Its a decent bike, but it definitely has its quirks (what they solved between 2014 and 2019 might resolve a few of these).
Pluses do include a smooth ride, decent road weight (my 675 Speed Triple and 750 Gixxer are both too light to trigger traffic signals and I feel every breeze) and I just feel cool on the thing.
Excellent info. Thanks for your bike owner's perspective D. Much appreciated!
What? Where do you live that traffic signals are triggered by weight?
And why don’t you adjust the height of the rear brake pedal?
Oggy Oggy pretty common in the US... and the rearset is fixed position. I want to replace the rearsets? Kinda expensive, tbh. X-/
Own a 2013 and the bike runs with little vibration, (had it up to 100 mph couple of times), and the transmission is extremly well synced and shifts effortlessly. Great machine....
Wish Honda would bring the EX to the United States.
It is available here in US. It’s the RS that’s not.
Johanne J Yes, you’re right although I think 2017 was the last year. There are still models around, Florida has a few as well as Texas. I just don’t think Honda is bringing any more here, I could be wrong.
ITS COOL THERE REMAKING OLD MUSCLE BIKES,I HAD A KZ 1000 ,85 VMAX ETC
Also had a kaw eliminator 900, cool bike
Yes I'd be interested in it .....
I was seriously looking at one of these, but the Kawasaki Z900RS has knocked it totally off my radar.
The Z900RS is definitely a worthy choice.
Alan Roehlich 900 RS is my first choice period.....I have always thought the original Z1 900 is one of the best looking production bikes ever made.
@@joelmcdowell4498 I totally agree with your assessment of the Z1, which is why I find the tank shape of the Z900RS to be such a disappointment. Viewed anywhere but directly from the side, the bulbous mushroom-like tank of the Z900RS just ruins what is otherwise a beautiful motorcycle.
Are they available in NZ?
Just checked the Honda NZ website, appears not unfortunately Scott. Looks like you're in the same boat as us Aussies.
@@BikesILike OK thats no good, I'm actually in Oz but was thinking it would be an easy option to import from NZ. I've threatened Honda Au. that if they don't hurry up I would have to buy a Triumph, alas, to no avail.
@@scott257 Ahh good thinking! Yeah it's very frustrating. I spoke to my local Honda dealer and they're not too happy either. The range shrinking is now extending to dirt bikes, being in the country dirt bikes are their bread and butter.
Did you do that full cost import video of the cb1100 to Australia ?? recently returned from Japan the CB1100RS is a beautiful machine
I've reached out to try and get import costs and prices but as yet have not had a reply. Will be doing more research this week.
oh I seen a beautiful red and black CB1100RS second hand, but near new in a Osaka Honda dealer for 1,027,000 yen..I have emailed Honda australia in the past .. it appears they will not be ever importing this bike or the cb1300, as they have in the past ... Which I don't understand the Kawasaki z900rs is killing Honda in retro sales , the CB1000r is not even in the top 10 naked sellers in Australia for similar price. based Purely on the bikes styling. I think the costs of importing , duty and taxes , and very bad exchange rate would make it too expensive for independent importing.
Yes agree the costs would add up, but if you reeeeeally wanted one you might accept the additional expense. Haven't been to Japan, would be amazing to see these bikes on the showroom floor. Might have to make a trip to Japan in the future.
Where are the SPOKES????
You'll see the spoked version if you watch the video ;)
Id rather get a Yamaha MT10 for that price
I wouldn't touch and MT or an RS with a bargepole.
does it still have rev-limiter ?
I think the top speed is limited to 112 mph but who is going to go that fast anyhow..........
Nice !