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Offline Alan F.

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Re: it's official now
« Reply #25 on: October 23, 2009, 07:10:39 AM »
It's been a long time since Honda US had a clue, I wonder if there have been any personnel changes there recently to attribute this potential to?
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #26 on: October 23, 2009, 07:18:56 AM »
"...there's an unfortunate lack of no-nonsense, reasonably-priced, do-it-all motorcycles offered here in the U.S."

That statement has me hopeful that it won't be too crazy price wise...
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #27 on: October 23, 2009, 08:05:58 AM »
Quote from: ColinMc on October 23, 2009, 07:18:56 AM
"...there's an unfortunate lack of no-nonsense, reasonably-priced, do-it-all motorcycles offered here in the U.S."

That statement has me hopeful that it won't be too crazy price wise...
Honda is having a problem in the US as is everyone else. They also know that Harley is painted in a corner and could never pull something like this off. Honda has a pool of people who remember the UJM fondly. They also know there is a market for non sportbike and non twin cruiser bikes. This bike looks both rideable and badass.
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #28 on: October 23, 2009, 09:42:30 AM »
Just let me know when  and where to sign up.

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Re: it's official now
« Reply #29 on: October 23, 2009, 10:05:09 AM »
Excerpt from the Honda President at the Motor Show:

We also have for you today a selection of Honda motorcycles.
To expand the motorcycle market especially among younger people, we believe the key will be pursuing FUN technologies, which includes technologies that enable riders to experience the fun of being in control of the motorcycle and designs which provide the joy of ownership.

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Honda "CB" line, we've developed the CB1100 as "the CB for a new era." The CB1100 is equipped with a simple, air-cooled, in-line four-cylinder engine, much in demand by experienced riders, and a design of functional elegance. Designed to please the most discerning veteran rider, we expect that the CB1100, featuring technologies chosen specifically for this model, will have a catalyzing effect on the sports bike segment in Japan.

Y0u can see the whole speech here: http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2009/10/21/482084.html
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #30 on: October 23, 2009, 10:21:21 AM »
um, no link there Bobby.
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #31 on: October 23, 2009, 11:54:17 AM »
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #32 on: October 23, 2009, 12:34:08 PM »
I like it, alot.
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #33 on: October 23, 2009, 01:15:16 PM »
Quote from: BobbyR on October 23, 2009, 11:54:17 AM
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http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2009/10/21/482084.html

I want one also.  But this line from the interview does not sound promising:  "Designed to please the most discerning veteran rider, we expect that the CB1100, featuring technologies chosen specifically for this model, will have a catalyzing effect on the sports bike segment in Japan."
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #34 on: October 23, 2009, 02:14:44 PM »
It's got two cams so we won't be having any of that on the SINGLE Over Head Cam forum!


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Re: it's official now
« Reply #35 on: October 23, 2009, 04:00:34 PM »
I bought my 750 on 8/08/72 and still have it and while I thought about a CBX when it came out this is the first Honda I would seriously consider buying. Dan
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #36 on: October 23, 2009, 04:45:46 PM »
That's how I read it, Lone*X, but I didn't want to be a wet blanket.  If it does end up being a non-US bike, we might hope that it'll eventually make it stateside. 
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #37 on: October 23, 2009, 06:32:20 PM »
I think I just fell in love  :-*  :-*

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Re: it's official now
« Reply #38 on: October 24, 2009, 10:45:09 AM »
Quote from: kos on October 23, 2009, 02:14:44 PM
It's got two cams so we won't be having any of that on the SINGLE Over Head Cam forum!


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yes, but they're two single overhead cams for each set of cylinders.  ;)
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #39 on: October 24, 2009, 10:54:28 AM »
Quote from: ColinMc on October 23, 2009, 07:18:56 AM
"...there's an unfortunate lack of no-nonsense, reasonably-priced, do-it-all motorcycles offered here in the U.S."

That statement has me hopeful that it won't be too crazy price wise...

Don't bet on it.  I'm guessing the MSRP will be near $11,000 if this thing even comes to the states.
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Re: it's official now
« Reply #40 on: October 25, 2009, 07:13:51 AM »
Not that its makes any difference....Recentely American Honda offered a "voluntary separation" early retirement plan....and many, many people took it. Most were the good ones, so we are left with ???

And when I was a factory Service rep for Am Honda (1978-1988), any time the reps would cheer and clap for bikes like these at product planning meetings, the Japs would automatically write this response down as.....don't bring that over, it will never sell. Anything an enthusiast wanted would be put on hold or sent to Europe.

Contrary to what most people assume is... America is not that big of M/C market for Honda LTD, worldwide. Use to be in early 1970's... but those days are long gone.  Instead of this neat cooled DOHC we will get the V-4 Uni-Cam sport touring bike with Automatic paddle shifting....YUKE! Wait 'till you see the price tag on that one!


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Re: it's official now
« Reply #41 on: October 26, 2009, 12:54:11 AM »
I liked the prototype better, but this is still much cooler than anything else new. looks more rideable than a bonneville, and less bubble-gum gimmicky. I like that it is in the spirit of the UJM standard that we have not seen since the 70's but it is not just some retro knockoff. it has modern equipment and a fresh style. hope to see more bikes in this vein.

and I would buy one if it's less than 9k and Honda offers financing to self employed painters.  ::)
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