998cc In line 4, "The Big One" (Honda CB1000)

Member Name: phantom1

Product:	Honda CB1000
Date:	12/02/09 (615 review reads)
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Advantages: Power, Comfort, Reliablilty, Maintenance

Disadvantages: It is a handful for short riders

For some reason the CB1000 has never hit it big here in the states, but I own a 1995 model and a 2007 Yamaha R6. I ride the CB1000! It has 37K miles and shows no signs of going south. What is surprising is how much fun it is to ride in town, mine is geared such that it jumps from the red lights like it is shot out of a slingshot. All the comments about not letting it fall over are accurate. And if you are vertically challenged like I am, then just hope you do not find yourself in this position as it will be quite comical to motorists as they ride by. So far, I have made several long distance trips, comfort is quite good along with ability to stay with traffic is easily accomplished. When needed downshifting to 4th gear and twisting to the throttle stop will get your attention right away. I have saved the best for last! Everyone knows Harley's rule the cruiser market over hear and this bike just eats them for breakfast. My stock ride has embarassed more than a few of these overrated icons, only those who invest in turbos, nitrous, etc., have a chance with my old classic. At some point I will have to upgrade, at this time it looks like the 919 has the inside track. Ride em like you love them, they are the real deal.

Summary: If you have never ridden one, go ride one

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