I don't see much room for any kind of bags on it. Pretty useless for any real mileage. Looks like its odometer should only read in quarter-mile increments.
I'm torn on it. I like that it's a Honda and still has the single sided swingarm. I like the front end a lot more than the current CB1000R (I like round headlights on naked bikes).
If I was in the market, I'd probably be looking more at the CB1100 or Interceptor. Or a Monster.
I test-rode a CB1000R about 5 years ago, and I just "had to have" a literbike, but without sportbike ergos.
But I couldn't see buying a brand new bike, so I ended up buying an 2nd gen FZ1, which quenched my thirst. If I ever have to replace the old hoss, one of the Hondas would be a likely choice. I like the look of a naked bike, but I appreciate the small fairing/windscreen and dual headlamps on my FZ1..
So it's good for ripping around local streets, but that's about it right? I mean you'd be crazy to think you could do any serious touring on a naked bike.
What's the old saying.. its more fun to drive a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow?
Originally Posted By: Reddy45
So it's good for ripping around local streets, but that's about it right? I mean you'd be crazy to think you could do any serious touring on a naked bike.
What's the old saying.. its more fun to drive a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow?
Not sure I agree, If you are in touring mode you can likely mount a small fairing to the bars,
I did that for years on all my naked bikes and worked fine- a tank bag, and a tail pack o maybe some soft sidebags.
Im sure you can pack mule her up- but if thats your preferred mode another steed would likely serve you better.
Originally Posted By: sunruh
that muffler could be used on a Dyson vacume cleaner...w t heck
the honda emblem on the tank could just as easily be a triple tuning fork yamaha logo
Emissions laws are getting stricter, especially in Europe. Unfortunately the exhaust systems are getting more ungainly, to meet those requirements.