Should I Buy A New 2014?

[The ferret]

Like this?

[tinboatcapt]

Pretty much like that. What brand is yours? I have been looking at these:
https://chaseharperusa.com/collections/t...c-system-1
Jim

[gtmn]

buy at 6k and invest what ever upgrades you can think of and you will still =be thousands under the 17
now if we got the rs maybe we talk a different talk but for know 14 black

[Rboe]

The V45, while a great engine and a fun bike, is not fun to work on. Nothing quite sounds like a V45 (this is a good thing) and I'd be very hard pressed to ditch it in favor of the CB, the two would make great book ends.

The CB is a niche bike aimed at the "older" rider, mainly those of us that grew up on the classic inline fours of the 70's and early 80's. Styled like a "real" bike instead of a transformer I think it misses the mark when it comes to the younger crowd; but hey, few of them have the money to buy nice bikes like the CB; better to aim for the older guys with dreams to rehash and disposable income.

For its' intended market it is the perfect bike. If you want power, it has some fun if you dial up the rpm's to over 6K. A darker personality comes out. But I think she is happiest below 5K acting like a Buick.

While I think there are better bikes to tour on (after 40 years of design one would hope so!) but that said; it is more than capable of touring (we even had one Belgian couple that used them as "adventure" bikes) and you could do a lot worse. I think were it breaks down, the stator is undersized for touring toys like heated this and that, GPS, APRS etc. On the other hand, it does not weigh a half ton loaded up either - another good thing.

I think it excel on day rides, city riding, and taking on the twisty bits (it will not corner like a sport bike will will be fun for 80% of us).

I don't think the 2017 is different enough from the 2014 (and a strong case could be made for the 14 being a better looking machine); especially at the heavily discounted price of $6K. I'm tempted myself! I'll join the crowd of BUY IT!

[zippooriginal]

Ferrett,
I really like your choice for saddle and tail bags.
I need a little more for cross country touring.
I added a tail rack to be able to attach a small
tent and 10 degree sleeping bag.
I added the Tour master Nylon Cruiser III Box Saddlebags - XL.
I needed the XL bags because I HATE using tank bags.
Also added the SW engine guards and custom painted comet fairing
with custom mounting.
Back in the day I criss crossed the country on a '81 CB750 and later on a '79 CB750F. I never had a single complaint or problem with either of them over the years.
Now that I have my 2014 CB1100 I expect I'll get even better performance and a more pleasant ride.
Only wish I had someone to share the ride with.
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[The ferret]

Tinboatcapt the bags and tank bag are Tourmaster, the trunk is Nelson Rigg, but I also use a Cortech tail bag sometimes which is a little smaller. They work for me even though they are on the smaller side because years of touring have taught me how to pack light and small. I know what I need ( don't need a lot) and what I don't need and don't take what I don't need or won't use. Layering and making everything do multiple jobs is the secret. If there is something I forgot or desperately need there is always a Walmart close by lol

[LongRanger]

(08-22-2017 07:33 PM)The ferret Wrote:  ...years of touring have taught me how to pack light and small.

I've seen it in person. He speaks the truth!

[pdedse]

the answer to the question is....

yes

[Cormanus]

Buy it, unless you prefer the aesthetics of the 2017 and can afford it.

I have a top box on mine, strap on a waterproof duffel and ride it all over the place. I'm sure there are better touring bikes, but it works fine for me. I've put 67,000 kms on a 2011 model I bought in 2013.

[Wisedrum]

The CB 1100 is an excellent touring bike for endless miles. Of course not everywhere and for everyone. But for me it fits as I recently found out on a second longer roadtrip over 6.000km this year in the UK. The torquey big engine makes the CB run effortless, no matter how much equipment you use and let her carry it. Much more than the ferret load on it I guess. I use a lot as a motorbiker who is always camping instead of booking B&B or hotelrooms. For more comfort I've mounted highway pegs and a windshield. But I know that the seat and the seating position is not the best for everyone, I'm used to it and it works for me. If I would have had the choice to order a kardan instead of a chain drive I would have done it, because it makes it much easier to drive in rain which I had to do a lot on this years trip. What I also like about the CB is that it runs straight without shaking and wavering no matter how fast you ride and how fully it is packed. Brave bike. And despite from these it is total reliabe and everyone who saw it instantly liked it. ;)Also the fuel consumption isn't high, if you keep yourself back a bit, 42.000km with 4.64l averagely per 100km.

   

Wisedrum