Shortly after it launched Honda had a full engineering write-up on their website, detailing everything from the design of the spokes to the design of the cooling fins to give that characteristic crackling sound as the engine cools down.
It took like, 70 billion years or something, for Honda to make a retro-styled bike. But, I’m satisfied that, they brought back the old-school CB-Series again.
I have the 2014 version of this bike with the single exhaust. Horsepower figures are just over 80 HP which makes it feel under-whelming when you compare it to 600cc or proper liter bikes. With a 0-60 time of 3.3 sec, still makes it considerably faster than a typical commuter or cruiser; in other words, more than adequate unless you're a pure speed-demon. Honda bills this bike as a "sports bike", but I think it's more of a cruiser that can be ridden more spirited than, lets say, a Harley. It's fairly nimble for all it's heft - which I'll mention later -, but of all the other "neo-classics" save for the Motoguzzi, you'll be scraping your foot pegs sooner in the tighter bends. In other words, look elsewhere if you want a daily racer. Riding ergonomics are classic UJM (Universal Japanese Motorcycle) - upright riding, feet right beneath you, arms in the traditional relaxed position of not too close and not too far. The US (North American) market gets handle bars that are about an inch or two (I think) taller as we tend to have larger torsos. The seat is actually an inch taller than the Asian and Euro markets. I wish they just used the original seat and handle bar heights as I think it would've made the bike feel smaller and possibly more sporty. Braking is pretty astounding as the twin front brakes are taken off of a CBR sports bike a generation or two ago. Yes, you can lift the rear, if you're overly aggressive, unless you have ABS which seems to be standard this year as opposed to the "Deluxe" model of last generation. Supposedly they improved the front forks with what's called "Dual Valve Bending" technology. Other reviewers swear it reduces the "pogo feel" in the first generation bikes like mine, but after a comparison ride I couldn't tell the difference. This might just be a feature that's not available to our market. You can adjust both the front and rear shocks for pre-load. I think you can adjust the 2018's for dampening, but I'm not 100% sure. I'm starting to think that almost everything purposeful is a carry over from the 1st gen. You can call it 1.5 really as the 2014 gets 6 gears instead of 5 in the 2013 version. Everything's just about the same except for a few incremental improvements. There's the higher capacity tank, which may give better range, but to me looks too much like a large lozenge sitting between your legs. There's the spoked wheels, which, I guess gives it a more classic look. Honda added a slipper clutch, though I've had little issue rev-matching when shifting. The dual exhaust is now a standard affair. The headlight has been refined to cast a better, wider light. The fueling has been re-mapped for better mid-range, possibly to offset some of the added weight from the new features. And then there's the slight improvements in style like the quilted surface on the seat and added bits of chrome. Do all of these new features make the CB1100 a better motorcycle? In my opinion, they got everything right when they introduced the model in 2013, but it hasn't been the sales success reflected by the praises of most of the motoring journalists. I guess that this new iteration will ultimately be judged by the sales figures. So besides the heritage styling and the anal retentive attention to detail, at 1140 CC, this retro-bike may look intimidating, but it's really not. I've called it the most expensive and fastest beginner bike you can buy. If you can ride a bicycle, you can (almost) ride this motorcycle, it's that intuitive. If you can pass a motorcycle riding course, then you can definitely ride one. And now we come to the real negative of this bike - it's heavy. My bike weighs 540 lbs. The new bike is billed as the same weight, but I have to think it's heavier as they've ADDED more features, without any lightening or removal of any components. For as much mass as it has, while on the move, the weight magically disappears at any speed above a mile an hour. The bike feels so wonderfully balanced at low speeds, you can creep along in heavy traffic without putting your feet down, but God help you if you drop this bike. On the positive side, all that heft means you don't get blown around much by passing 18 wheelers and crosswinds. To date I've done 2600+ miles with only 1 scheduled oil change, some chain maintenance and that's it. No defects, no hiccoughs, it starts EVERY SINGLE TIME. I get 50 MPG, a little more if I'm not caning it, in the low 40's when my inner Valentino Rossi takes over . It's not flashy, but people often think I've either restored or resto-modded a much older model. Much chrome! Super shiny paint! Like the CB750 it's based on, this bike should easily stand the test of time because, like it's forebears, it's built like a Swiss watch. No, it's not a racer; it's a jack of all trades, but master-of-none bike that you can enjoy riding rather than tinkering (repairing) with it. Other stuff this review forgot to mention: Seat height - 31.2 inches (good for shorties like me, but you might feel cramped if you're near or over 6 ft) Fuel Capacity - 4.4 Gallons, which is good for almost 200 mi (depending on how you twist your right wrist) Top speed - electronically governed to 112 (indicated, not actual) and wind protection is non-existent on the stock bike, so anything over 90 can feel like trying to ride in a hurricane. It has a gear indicator It does not have any electronic rider aids save for ABS.
... you just need to get a reflash. I forget the name of the place that does it, but supposedly you can raise your redline, richen the fuel air mix (for a little more horsepower - though I think it's more on the low end), and remove the top speed limiter. I've heard people can do 130+ with it, but I'm not about to put that to the test.
i didnt know much about USA, but this video style especially the opening for me was sooooo america, so happy to watch all of video release from motorweek, keep it up!!!
Americans first started learning about the new CB1100 when they saw it being sold in Australia and a few other countries. They told Honda they should bring them to the United States. Honda listened and began importing them in 2013. The response by the first Americans was that it's really nice but should have a 6th gear. Honda was listening and decided to start making them with a 6th gear available starting in 2014. Unfortunately, Honda didn't keep it quiet and when American buyers (2013) heard that they should wait until 2014 to purchase, the 2013s sat in the showrooms unsold. Honda responded by telling dealership that they could add things to the bikes on their showrooms (different exhaust etc.) hoping to attract and entice the 2013 'left overs' to be sold; Some did sell but not many. This is why in 2015 you could still see brand new 2013 models available. The 2013 and 2014 had a more squared off tank, but starting in 2015 they became more teardropped in shape. Spoke were added (I think) in 2014 and dual exhaust. At one point they also changed the instrument cluster and had a double brake in the front.
WOW, best looking new bike period. At $12,500 or less it's a steel. I had an ear to ear grin that I couldn't shake after the first ride. Fun, Fun, Fun, will I keep it and sell my big iron?
I learned to ride on a Honda 350, had a 450, then two 750's, and now have a CB1100. My wife drives a Honda, I drive an Acura. You can tell where I'm going...
Yes, I believe the 2013 model listed for $10,500 (If I remember correctly). I bought mine used in 2016 or 2017 from a man who had tailbone problems and couldn't sit comfortably on the seat (upright position). He told me he got it as a 'left-over' from a showroom that changed out the exhaust and added a luggage rack for the tail end of the seat. They also painted the side covers to match the red of the tank etc. My exhaust is the size now of a can of tennis balls and looks really good. It only had 2,800 miles on it and he sold it to me for $4,600. There is an after market wind deflector that makes it look like a cafe racer or racing bike, but I opted for a windscreen. I believe it does 0-90mph in 7.2 seconds. I know when I am coming up a highway on-ramp at 30 mph I can get it to 100mph in a matter of about 400 yards or less. I know it can sustain 112 mph fairly easily and is still pulling if I want to go faster, but truth be told, I start really getting scared at that point. I would guess it maxes out at 120 mph, but I never took it that far.
It's limited to 112mph from factory unless the ECU has been reflashed. Probly for the best cuz most of the stupid 18" tires are only rated for that speed anyway
When they added a sixth gear for 2014, Honda thought they would sell in big numbers. So they made a ton of them. A lot of those are still sitting unsold. They get released to dealer inventory in a trickle, so you can find brand new 2014's still now (in 2018) for around $7,500. I'd bet they can be bargained down a few hundred on that.
Beautiful bike; I still pick the Kawasaki Z900rs though, this one is still on my mind and will probably get later. Will it replace oh no, but great complimentary to my stable.
I didn't even know that they were making it. I live in Mo. and things just don't happen here except the tax man,frequently. Nothing was said. Not even the Honda dealers had anything that I saw of. No brochures, nothing. I like these a lot for the type of roads we have,they're perfect.
Everyone keeps bitchin' about the price, and rightfully so... BUT... that's why you buy 'em used. I'm looking at picking up a '13 or '14 for under $5k. I bought a CB750F brand new in 1980 for $2800 (approx $9k today) and I still miss that bike. I'm 64 and this will be my next, and most likely last, bike and I can't wait to ride it through the Rocky Mountains.
Beautiful Motorcycle the 1100ex. Does justice to the meaning of "Retro". Though I am disappointed that it does not have traction control in addition to ABS (which it does have). It seems to carry it weight well. And handles better than the New Triumph T-120 on twisting roads and also is air/oil cooled engine (less future maintance cost). I think it is slightly over priced (considering traction control is missing) for a Honda. It would also have been a plus if Honda used a belt drive instead of chain drive (again less maintance and cost of same). Otherwise a definite win of Honda, IMO.
It has "traction control" by means of mapping on the ECU. Torque limiter below 5k revs. No real need for traction control with less than 100hp. If anything, they should have left out the torque limiter for the US market and bumped the hp up to 100-120 to be more competitive with bikes of similar displacement. Should have never had the forged 18" wheels. Should have had spoke wheels for the old school guys and 17" forged wheels for the go fast guys so we have a fatter tire and more selection. If they import the RS model I'm getting one
I now have 33,000 miles on it and nothing went wrong with it (except for my own stupidity...... My chain was getting loose and needed to be replaced. Instead of getting it fixed by a professional, I just loosened the back axle and pulled the chain tighter, thinking I could still get a couple of thousand miles out of the chain.....But I forgot to re-adjust the back brakes when I did it and they ceased up on me. I learned an expensive lesson that day.............) but the bike itself hasn't cost me any money for repairs otherwise.....just the normal new tires, brakes and oil. Honda engineers know their engines.
@@SashaHonda14 The bike is literally 3x my weight. If I have to move it around my (small stone/ gravel) driveway, I have to literally lean my body (hips & torso) up against it and keep my hands on the handlebar grips (pushing and pulling).
No mention of the air cooled engine that was developed for use in ONLY this motorcycle? No mention of the time spent making the fins "ting, ting, ting" properly as they cooled down after a ride? This review good but it could have been longer.
@@captainamerica9353 unfortunately not in my area. The EX version is rare and everyone thinks they're sitting on a goldmine. The first model years are the cheapest, and only a 5speed. EX is a 6speed and has better instruments and larger fuel tank.
@@wp9409 , where do you live? I see these for anywhere from $5,000 to $9,000 and usually low miles and mint. Just a matter of finding an honest seller!
@@captainamerica9353 SWLower MI. I typically see several 2013's for sale every season, but those were the first model year. The EX variants came out around 2015 or so. Just don't see them in our area. Last one I saw for sale was in CO or somewhere. I eventually bought another bike, have an ST1300 now.
@@wp9409 , funny, I'm in NW WI. Have a friend with a 2014, black, $5,700 brand new from the Honda dealer in Fargo! And they had a Demo for cheaper yet.! I rode it stock and it was pretty slow, otherwise nice. Now he had it flashed and an airbox mod done in Mpls., which cost about a Grand, plus a Yoshi pipe for $1,300. I have a ZRX1100 and it's faster stock than the Honda. Maybe the ones I see cheap are the 2013's, I never paid that much attention, it's just that my friend has one.
4.4 gallon? Why such a small tank on something that is not a racer. When they going to make bikes with 200+ range. Would it really have been hard to put a 6 gallon tank on it? Fed up having to ride long trips with a petrol can on the back just in case.
Richard Collins maybe they want to make it look more aesthetically...CB1300 get a 23 liter gas tank ( about 7 gallons)...don't worry, when you get rid of gas, it is time for you to fulfil the tank and have a break after you drive 200+ km constantly
You really want a huge big fat tank that makes a bike top end heavy ? This bike will easily run for four hours. if you can't find a petrol station by then you should stay in front of your simulator.
that's the issue 13k price.This bike should of been 8-9k not 13K with 13k choices certainly expend to includes bikes with more power and carrying capacity.Kawasaki new retro 900z is cheaper and more power and better looking.
Needs a fatter rear tire and 4 into 1 header pipe. The price is right for 2 wheels. Double it for 4 wheels(cars)depending on how much crap you want on your computerized juke box.
Hey Honda, you know why this bike is not selling that well? Cause it is overpriced! Even a 1100R is cheaper than this bike and it has a ton of features this bike lacks. Learn from Yamaha and its FZ/MT series about offering a great bike at great price to get the momentum on your sales first. For example, MSRP on this bike should be $9950 max!
My 1982 Honda CB750 was one of my all time favorite bikes, even after aging into the Harley family. This retro CB looks like a winner to me.
Honda deserves an oscar for this bike and for the quality they offer.
Amen and amen
Shortly after it launched Honda had a full engineering write-up on their website, detailing everything from the design of the spokes to the design of the cooling fins to give that characteristic crackling sound as the engine cools down.
This is my all time favorite motorcycle, retro reliable comfortable and quality.
Honda is spot on with the looks in this one. Sorry Kawasaki, but your Z900RS needs two rear shocks and TWO exhausts!
Wonderful strong classic bike! ... Cheers from Austria
This is actually a succinct yet useful review that deserves more likes than the many longer boring ones out there
It took like, 70 billion years or something, for Honda to make a retro-styled bike. But, I’m satisfied that, they brought back the old-school CB-Series again.
Taegon Lewis one could say the 750cc Shadow Aero is retro-styled.
I have the 2014 version of this bike with the single exhaust. Horsepower figures are just over 80 HP which makes it feel under-whelming when you compare it to 600cc or proper liter bikes. With a 0-60 time of 3.3 sec, still makes it considerably faster than a typical commuter or cruiser; in other words, more than adequate unless you're a pure speed-demon. Honda bills this bike as a "sports bike", but I think it's more of a cruiser that can be ridden more spirited than, lets say, a Harley. It's fairly nimble for all it's heft - which I'll mention later -, but of all the other "neo-classics" save for the Motoguzzi, you'll be scraping your foot pegs sooner in the tighter bends. In other words, look elsewhere if you want a daily racer.
Riding ergonomics are classic UJM (Universal Japanese Motorcycle) - upright riding, feet right beneath you, arms in the traditional relaxed position of not too close and not too far. The US (North American) market gets handle bars that are about an inch or two (I think) taller as we tend to have larger torsos. The seat is actually an inch taller than the Asian and Euro markets. I wish they just used the original seat and handle bar heights as I think it would've made the bike feel smaller and possibly more sporty. Braking is pretty astounding as the twin front brakes are taken off of a CBR sports bike a generation or two ago. Yes, you can lift the rear, if you're overly aggressive, unless you have ABS which seems to be standard this year as opposed to the "Deluxe" model of last generation. Supposedly they improved the front forks with what's called "Dual Valve Bending" technology. Other reviewers swear it reduces the "pogo feel" in the first generation bikes like mine, but after a comparison ride I couldn't tell the difference. This might just be a feature that's not available to our market. You can adjust both the front and rear shocks for pre-load. I think you can adjust the 2018's for dampening, but I'm not 100% sure.
I'm starting to think that almost everything purposeful is a carry over from the 1st gen. You can call it 1.5 really as the 2014 gets 6 gears instead of 5 in the 2013 version. Everything's just about the same except for a few incremental improvements. There's the higher capacity tank, which may give better range, but to me looks too much like a large lozenge sitting between your legs. There's the spoked wheels, which, I guess gives it a more classic look. Honda added a slipper clutch, though I've had little issue rev-matching when shifting. The dual exhaust is now a standard affair. The headlight has been refined to cast a better, wider light. The fueling has been re-mapped for better mid-range, possibly to offset some of the added weight from the new features. And then there's the slight improvements in style like the quilted surface on the seat and added bits of chrome. Do all of these new features make the CB1100 a better motorcycle? In my opinion, they got everything right when they introduced the model in 2013, but it hasn't been the sales success reflected by the praises of most of the motoring journalists. I guess that this new iteration will ultimately be judged by the sales figures.
So besides the heritage styling and the anal retentive attention to detail, at 1140 CC, this retro-bike may look intimidating, but it's really not. I've called it the most expensive and fastest beginner bike you can buy. If you can ride a bicycle, you can (almost) ride this motorcycle, it's that intuitive. If you can pass a motorcycle riding course, then you can definitely ride one.
And now we come to the real negative of this bike - it's heavy. My bike weighs 540 lbs. The new bike is billed as the same weight, but I have to think it's heavier as they've ADDED more features, without any lightening or removal of any components. For as much mass as it has, while on the move, the weight magically disappears at any speed above a mile an hour. The bike feels so wonderfully balanced at low speeds, you can creep along in heavy traffic without putting your feet down, but God help you if you drop this bike. On the positive side, all that heft means you don't get blown around much by passing 18 wheelers and crosswinds.
To date I've done 2600+ miles with only 1 scheduled oil change, some chain maintenance and that's it. No defects, no hiccoughs, it starts EVERY SINGLE TIME. I get 50 MPG, a little more if I'm not caning it, in the low 40's when my inner Valentino Rossi takes over . It's not flashy, but people often think I've either restored or resto-modded a much older model. Much chrome! Super shiny paint! Like the CB750 it's based on, this bike should easily stand the test of time because, like it's forebears, it's built like a Swiss watch. No, it's not a racer; it's a jack of all trades, but master-of-none bike that you can enjoy riding rather than tinkering (repairing) with it.
Other stuff this review forgot to mention:
Seat height - 31.2 inches (good for shorties like me, but you might feel cramped if you're near or over 6 ft)
Fuel Capacity - 4.4 Gallons, which is good for almost 200 mi (depending on how you twist your right wrist)
Top speed - electronically governed to 112 (indicated, not actual) and wind protection is non-existent on the stock bike, so anything over 90 can feel like trying to ride in a hurricane.
It has a gear indicator
It does not have any electronic rider aids save for ABS.
R Razote anyway to remove that govern Nader
... you just need to get a reflash. I forget the name of the place that does it, but supposedly you can raise your redline, richen the fuel air mix (for a little more horsepower - though I think it's more on the low end), and remove the top speed limiter. I've heard people can do 130+ with it, but I'm not about to put that to the test.
Guhls is the place to send the ECM for reflash and speed limiter removal
Thanks! Now I'm not sure if I want to keep the CB1100 or trade it for the upcoming CB1000RR =/
@@rrazote2279you still have the 2014 Cb 1100&
i didnt know much about USA, but this video style especially the opening for me was sooooo america, so happy to watch all of video release from motorweek, keep it up!!!
Nice review Brian!
Wish they made a CB750 with similar looks!
Very good review. Awesome bike. Honda please sell this bike in Indonesia !!
Americans first started learning about the new CB1100 when they saw it being sold in Australia and a few other countries. They told Honda they should bring them to the United States. Honda listened and began importing them in 2013. The response by the first Americans was that it's really nice but should have a 6th gear. Honda was listening and decided to start making them with a 6th gear available starting in 2014. Unfortunately, Honda didn't keep it quiet and when American buyers (2013) heard that they should wait until 2014 to purchase, the 2013s sat in the showrooms unsold. Honda responded by telling dealership that they could add things to the bikes on their showrooms (different exhaust etc.) hoping to attract and entice the 2013 'left overs' to be sold; Some did sell but not many. This is why in 2015 you could still see brand new 2013 models available. The 2013 and 2014 had a more squared off tank, but starting in 2015 they became more teardropped in shape. Spoke were added (I think) in 2014 and dual exhaust. At one point they also changed the instrument cluster and had a double brake in the front.
Beautiful bike.
Beautiful machine and far better looking than the current crop of transformer style bikes.
I had a 79 CB750. I miss that bike. I'm dying to get my hands on this "upgraded" CB1100 EX.
old school looking cool
Great looking bike.
WOW, best looking new bike period. At $12,500 or less it's a steel.
I had an ear to ear grin that I couldn't shake after the first ride. Fun, Fun, Fun, will I keep it and sell my big iron?
I learned to ride on a Honda 350, had a 450, then two 750's, and now have a CB1100. My wife drives a Honda, I drive an Acura. You can tell where I'm going...
Hold your horses, honda car lack power, styling and luxury. I'll pass
I love my EX, but I grew up in the 70s on Honda CBs
Hi.. just one thing that bothers me..is it too heavy? Would it be a problem for a girl rider?
Yes, I believe the 2013 model listed for $10,500 (If I remember correctly). I bought mine used in 2016 or 2017 from a man who had tailbone problems and couldn't sit comfortably on the seat (upright position). He told me he got it as a 'left-over' from a showroom that changed out the exhaust and added a luggage rack for the tail end of the seat. They also painted the side covers to match the red of the tank etc. My exhaust is the size now of a can of tennis balls and looks really good. It only had 2,800 miles on it and he sold it to me for $4,600. There is an after market wind deflector that makes it look like a cafe racer or racing bike, but I opted for a windscreen. I believe it does 0-90mph in 7.2 seconds. I know when I am coming up a highway on-ramp at 30 mph I can get it to 100mph in a matter of about 400 yards or less. I know it can sustain 112 mph fairly easily and is still pulling if I want to go faster, but truth be told, I start really getting scared at that point. I would guess it maxes out at 120 mph, but I never took it that far.
It's limited to 112mph from factory unless the ECU has been reflashed. Probly for the best cuz most of the stupid 18" tires are only rated for that speed anyway
Classic styling but the modern price
Classic quality also
Harley Davidson Price ?
I own a ‘76 SOHC 750. I would love to own this as a daily.
I wonder if the spoked rims on this USA 2017, would work on the 2014 standard model??
Nice to see the UJMs
Some suggestions for sport touring tyres? For CB1100 ex 2016. Dunlop, Bridgestone, Conti’s,….. ?
want one!
Oh man pure ecstasy,,🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Nice bike indeed! I'd paint those side covers body colored at the 1st opportunity!
Agreed and it should have Four pipes.
Nice....now the CBX1100!
That looks really nice.....I mean I wouldn't buy one...but I'm glad they're making it. $12k seems a bit on the high end.
Philip J yeah too pricey for such specs isnt it
When they added a sixth gear for 2014, Honda thought they would sell in big numbers. So they made a ton of them. A lot of those are still sitting unsold. They get released to dealer inventory in a trickle, so you can find brand new 2014's still now (in 2018) for around $7,500. I'd bet they can be bargained down a few hundred on that.
Wish it was available in India and at the US sticker Tag. It would sell like Hot Cakes!
Beautiful bike; I still pick the Kawasaki Z900rs though, this one is still on my mind and will probably get later. Will it replace oh no, but great complimentary to my stable.
can't believe honda kept the blueprints and casting molds from 1970's.
I doubt they're using actual 70s molds; besides all that stuff is 3d printed now, they just have to make it "look" right.
❤
I didn't even know that they were making it. I live in Mo. and things just don't happen here except the tax man,frequently. Nothing was said. Not even the Honda dealers had anything that I saw of. No brochures, nothing. I like these a lot for the type of roads we have,they're perfect.
Everyone keeps bitchin' about the price, and rightfully so... BUT... that's why you buy 'em used. I'm looking at picking up a '13 or '14 for under $5k. I bought a CB750F brand new in 1980 for $2800 (approx $9k today) and I still miss that bike. I'm 64 and this will be my next, and most likely last, bike and I can't wait to ride it through the Rocky Mountains.
My Dream Bike and it is so expensive here in the Philippines.
Beautiful Motorcycle the 1100ex. Does justice to the meaning of "Retro". Though I am disappointed that it does not have traction control in addition to ABS (which it does have). It seems to carry it weight well. And handles better than the New Triumph T-120 on twisting roads and also is air/oil cooled engine (less future maintance cost). I think it is slightly over priced (considering traction control is missing) for a Honda. It would also have been a plus if Honda used a belt drive instead of chain drive (again less maintance and cost of same). Otherwise a definite win of Honda, IMO.
It has "traction control" by means of mapping on the ECU. Torque limiter below 5k revs. No real need for traction control with less than 100hp. If anything, they should have left out the torque limiter for the US market and bumped the hp up to 100-120 to be more competitive with bikes of similar displacement. Should have never had the forged 18" wheels. Should have had spoke wheels for the old school guys and 17" forged wheels for the go fast guys so we have a fatter tire and more selection. If they import the RS model I'm getting one
4 cylinder . 180 kmph only ?
I wish i can buy n ride this bike
I now have 33,000 miles on it and nothing went wrong with it (except for my own stupidity...... My chain was getting loose and needed to be replaced. Instead of getting it fixed by a professional, I just loosened the back axle and pulled the chain tighter, thinking I could still get a couple of thousand miles out of the chain.....But I forgot to re-adjust the back brakes when I did it and they ceased up on me. I learned an expensive lesson that day.............) but the bike itself hasn't cost me any money for repairs otherwise.....just the normal new tires, brakes and oil. Honda engineers know their engines.
Hi.. just one thing that bothers me..is it too heavy? Would it be a problem for a girl rider?
@@SashaHonda14 The bike is literally 3x my weight. If I have to move it around my (small stone/ gravel) driveway, I have to literally lean my body (hips & torso) up against it and keep my hands on the handlebar grips (pushing and pulling).
I have dropped it at super-slow speeds in my back yard, which is a steep hill and it was muddy.
@@Phaedrus-th7bi in my case is 4x my weight 😄
@@SashaHonda14 Yes, I would stick with a lighter bike you can push around when needed. (I love this bike, but I am being honest.)
Honda's "retro" look is closer to 90's Kawasaki Zephyr than 70's Honda big "Fours."
Well, the Z900 was styled after the CB750.
I dream to ride .....but i dream how
Why are the tank and side covers different colors? That's not "period correct". It's just bizarre.
Honda has not imported this motorcycle into the US since 2017. Obviously, it was not a big seller.
Почему нет гидрокомпенсаторов клапанов? 👎
Раньше они были!
Anybody else see a rear tire that appears to be underinflated? Looks a little scary to me.
No mention of the air cooled engine that was developed for use in ONLY this motorcycle? No mention of the time spent making the fins "ting, ting, ting" properly as they cooled down after a ride? This review good but it could have been longer.
Looking at the condition of the roads in this recording, this is definitely not England ..ha..ha.
It's an upgraded CB650SC. Love to have one but not for $12K.
There are tons of these with low miles for a fair price on the used market.
@@captainamerica9353 unfortunately not in my area. The EX version is rare and everyone thinks they're sitting on a goldmine. The first model years are the cheapest, and only a 5speed. EX is a 6speed and has better instruments and larger fuel tank.
@@wp9409 , where do you live? I see these for anywhere from $5,000 to $9,000 and usually low miles and mint. Just a matter of finding an honest seller!
@@captainamerica9353 SWLower MI. I typically see several 2013's for sale every season, but those were the first model year. The EX variants came out around 2015 or so. Just don't see them in our area. Last one I saw for sale was in CO or somewhere. I eventually bought another bike, have an ST1300 now.
@@wp9409 , funny, I'm in NW WI. Have a friend with a 2014, black, $5,700 brand new from the Honda dealer in Fargo! And they had a Demo for cheaper yet.! I rode it stock and it was pretty slow, otherwise nice. Now he had it flashed and an airbox mod done in Mpls., which cost about a Grand, plus a Yoshi pipe for $1,300. I have a ZRX1100 and it's faster stock than the Honda. Maybe the ones I see cheap are the 2013's, I never paid that much attention, it's just that my friend has one.
4.4 gallon? Why such a small tank on something that is not a racer. When they going to make bikes with 200+ range. Would it really have been hard to put a 6 gallon tank on it? Fed up having to ride long trips with a petrol can on the back just in case.
Richard Collins maybe they want to make it look more aesthetically...CB1300 get a 23 liter gas tank ( about 7 gallons)...don't worry, when you get rid of gas, it is time for you to fulfil the tank and have a break after you drive 200+ km constantly
You really want a huge big fat tank that makes a bike top end heavy ? This bike will easily run for four hours. if you can't find a petrol station by then you should stay in front of your simulator.
IT GETS 50MPG , THAT'S 200MILES ..I GOT 25MPG ON A H2 750 2STROKE...
I'D RATHER A 1100EX, PLEASE...
that's the issue 13k price.This bike should of been 8-9k not 13K with 13k choices certainly expend to includes bikes with more power and carrying capacity.Kawasaki new retro 900z is cheaper and more power and better looking.
The Kaw'y looks like shit and the price here is higher then the better built Honda.
It's a good bike but the price is too high. They need to cut it down.
Nice bike, but overpriced!!
Have a Look to the price list of Harley Davidson , so this Honda isnt a bad Deal !
LMAO! $12,000 for that thing omg! I thought they wanted to sell bikes?
Yeah, its expensive but I love that classic four
Needs a fatter rear tire and 4 into 1 header pipe. The price is right for 2 wheels. Double it for 4 wheels(cars)depending on how much crap you want on your computerized juke box.
Fatter tires make bikes handle crappy, but we all know that.
I didn't have any problem with handling with fat tires on my bike.
Still has an ugly tank.
Hey Honda, you know why this bike is not selling that well? Cause it is overpriced! Even a 1100R is cheaper than this bike and it has a ton of features this bike lacks. Learn from Yamaha and its FZ/MT series about offering a great bike at great price to get the momentum on your sales first. For example, MSRP on this bike should be $9950 max!
Turco949 idk why you think Honda should work for free. Quality costs more than crap. Speaking of which, an HD logo on this bike would add $5k