2013 Honda CB1100 - Page 43

Ginger Beard · 01-05-2013, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by mrbreeze

touring with a small gas tank

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=831213

My dad rode his Sportster, complete with 2 gal peanut tank, from Alaska to Florida. Auxiliary tanks are made for a reason. I would prefer a larger tank but even if this bike had a 2 gal tank it wouldn't be a deal breaker, just something to consider.

Ginger Beard · 01-05-2013, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Mambo Dave

.... I didn't realize modern 1100 cc bikes had such great fuel economy. Stupid me.

It depends on the bike. Large under-stressed engines tend to get very good mpg. My 1200cc Sportster regularly gets between 50 and 60 mpg when I am out touring.

kindofblue · 01-05-2013, 06:23 AM

Here are 2 pics of a more traditional CB750 looking gas tank that's an aftermarket offering from a Japanese company. I just can't find it in my bookmarks right now. IIRC the tanks are US$1500 and have an additional gallon of capacity but it only adds 3/4 of a gallon more to 4.75 gal. I think I'd just use some MSR gas bottles when needed.

https://www.facebook.com/HondaCB1100?ref=ts&fref=ts

RedRocket · 01-05-2013, 06:54 AM

Those retro style side covers and emblems look good too.

mrbreeze · 01-05-2013, 07:52 AM

I don't think the size of the tank is worth arguing over. My point is, it shouldn't be a deal breaker. There are ways around it. If it is a deal breaker for you, then perhaps you may prefer something like the Triumph America, which is IMO a very attractive retro/cruiser with a 5 gallon tank. \

As far as a cafe version, or for that matter a more touring version, of the CB1100 goes, I think Honda would be wise to offer the bits necessary for conversion rather than to offer a separate model. Having a profitable accessories line would help to keep the bike in showrooms for years to come.

Starkmojo · 01-05-2013, 08:06 AM

Never having had a "massive gas tank" and having lived out west most of my adult life (and yes having gone into the wild and dusty places) I developed this great work around called "the red MSR bottle" 4= 1 gallon cost about 50 bucks. I just bought a camp stove that used unleaded gas as well and the fuel was good for either.

As to a "cafe model" seem that kinda defeats the idea of a cafe... part of the fun of cafe-ing a bike is finding the right parts and doing the work. As long as Honda is using standard fitting sizes (which I suspect they are as they are still buying parts from sub contractors). then all the cafe parts are probably out there already.

I do like the aftermarket tank... Dont know if I like 1500 worth but it sure looks purty.

Starkmojo · 01-05-2013, 08:10 AM

http://japan.webike.net/products/20316188.html

Cal · 01-05-2013, 08:34 AM

I sat on the CB 1100 at the Calgary Moto show yesterday, it is a very nice looking bike. The Honda rep. said 75 will be brought into the country and as of yesterday 74 have been pre sold.

Ed-B · 01-05-2013, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cal

I sat on the CB 1100 at the Calgary Moto show yesterday, it is a very nice looking bike. The Honda rep. said 75 will be brought into the country and as of yesterday 74 have been pre sold.

That's just cruel. I don't know which is worse - Honda not selling them in your domestic market, or making the supply so tight that you can't get one anyway. They sure are playing it safe.

RedRocket · 01-05-2013, 10:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cal

I sat on the CB 1100 at the Calgary Moto show yesterday, it is a very nice looking bike. The Honda rep. said 75 will be brought into the country and as of yesterday 74 have been pre sold.

Pre sold to dealers.

squish · 01-05-2013, 02:24 PM

I dont mean massive in capacity I mean massive in styling size. Theres 12 inches of fuel tank ln each side of the cap.

kindofblue · 01-05-2013, 02:53 PM

Hi all,
Is anyone aware of a CB1100 owner's forum for this new model?

dirtdreamer50 · 01-05-2013, 03:25 PM

I've been looking for a while now, nothing popped up yet. I checked Australia, too, and found a used one, but no forums. I'm sure Japan has at least one, but I don't speak or read it, so didn't check there. I'll keep checking, but believe it's just too early, for a limited sale bike, to have a cost effective forum, yet. If I have missed any, please let me know, too. tomp dd50

Cal · 01-05-2013, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedRocket

Pre sold to dealers.

I suspect you might be right, and only 1 at the Calgary dealer.... hurry make a deposit before they all sell out

dirtdreamer50 · 01-05-2013, 06:14 PM

I spoke with a sales friend with a large dealership in SE Texas, and was told they had one machine coming their way. He wasn't sure of more on later shipments. They move several dozen bikes a week, and are getting one CB? Insane marketing, I think...

01-05-2013, 06:23 AM	#633
kindofblue Ride it like you stole it Joined: Mar 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Oddometer: 705	a larger gas tank! Here are 2 pics of a more traditional CB750 looking gas tank that's an aftermarket offering from a Japanese company. I just can't find it in my bookmarks right now. IIRC the tanks are US$1500 and have an additional gallon of capacity but it only adds 3/4 of a gallon more to 4.75 gal. I think I'd just use some MSR gas bottles when needed. https://www.facebook.com/HondaCB1100?ref=ts&fref=ts __________________ Doc Reid 2013 GS LC Red (the fastest color ) Wondering about your drinking? www.drinkerscheckup.com Get saddlesore when riding? Check these shorts out kindofblue screwed with this post 01-05-2013 at 02:56 PM

01-05-2013, 07:52 AM	#635
mrbreeze Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2007 Location: God's Country Oddometer: 5,225	I don't think the size of the tank is worth arguing over. My point is, it shouldn't be a deal breaker. There are ways around it. If it is a deal breaker for you, then perhaps you may prefer something like the Triumph America, which is IMO a very attractive retro/cruiser with a 5 gallon tank. \ As far as a cafe version, or for that matter a more touring version, of the CB1100 goes, I think Honda would be wise to offer the bits necessary for conversion rather than to offer a separate model. Having a profitable accessories line would help to keep the bike in showrooms for years to come. __________________ it's up to us to choose to have a good day. No matter what happens, it's really up to us whether we decide it is a good day or not. Make it a good day. - from EvanADV http://www.advrider.com/forums/showp...8&postcount=55 2012 Suzuki DL650 Adventure

01-05-2013, 02:24 PM	#641
squish Out of the office. Joined: Dec 2003 Location: Where the Ghetto meets the sea. Oddometer: 4,983	I dont mean massive in capacity I mean massive in styling size. Theres 12 inches of fuel tank ln each side of the cap. __________________ *On vacation for a spell*

01-05-2013, 02:53 PM	#642
kindofblue Ride it like you stole it Joined: Mar 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Oddometer: 705	Owner's forum? Hi all, Is anyone aware of a CB1100 owner's forum for this new model? __________________ Doc Reid 2013 GS LC Red (the fastest color ) Wondering about your drinking? www.drinkerscheckup.com Get saddlesore when riding? Check these shorts out

01-05-2013, 03:25 PM	#643
dirtdreamer50 long time rider Joined: May 2010 Location: texas coast Oddometer: 391	I've been looking for a while now, nothing popped up yet. I checked Australia, too, and found a used one, but no forums. I'm sure Japan has at least one, but I don't speak or read it, so didn't check there. I'll keep checking, but believe it's just too early, for a limited sale bike, to have a cost effective forum, yet. If I have missed any, please let me know, too. tomp dd50 __________________ Little Fauss: I was going faster than I ever went in my whole life, then I fell off.

01-05-2013, 06:54 AM	#634
RedRocket Yeah! I want Cheesy Poofs Joined: Feb 2003 Location: SoCal Oddometer: 17,869	Those retro style side covers and emblems look good too.

01-05-2013, 08:34 AM	#638
Cal Studly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Calgary Oddometer: 571	I sat on the CB 1100 at the Calgary Moto show yesterday, it is a very nice looking bike. The Honda rep. said 75 will be brought into the country and as of yesterday 74 have been pre sold.

01-05-2013, 06:14 PM	#645
dirtdreamer50 long time rider Joined: May 2010 Location: texas coast Oddometer: 391	I spoke with a sales friend with a large dealership in SE Texas, and was told they had one machine coming their way. He wasn't sure of more on later shipments. They move several dozen bikes a week, and are getting one CB? Insane marketing, I think... __________________ Little Fauss: I was going faster than I ever went in my whole life, then I fell off.

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