Honda CB1100 explained

Honda CB1100
Manufacturer:Honda
Production:2010–2022
Assembly:Japan
Predecessor:Honda CB1100F
Class:Standard
Engine:1140cc air- and oil-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-four
Bore Stroke:73.5×
Compression:9.5:1
Top Speed:[1]
Transmission:5-speed constant-mesh manual (2010–2013), 6-speed (2014–2022), chain-drive
Frame:Steel double-cradle
Wheelbase:1485–
Length:2180–
Width:800–
Height:1100–
Seat Height:780–
Wet Weight:540abbr=onNaNabbr=on[2]
Fuel Capacity:16L17L

The Honda CB1100 is a 1140cc air-cooled inline four-cylinder naked bike that was introduced by Honda in 2010 as a modern spiritual successor to the original CB750. At introduction the motorbike was available in Japan, Australia and New Zealand; it was later introduced to Europe and the United States in 2013.[3]

The CB1100 is styled as a Universal Japanese Motorcycle. The model underwent a revision in 2014, gaining a sixth gear and new gauge cluster. Honda also released the CB1100 Deluxe, an upgraded variant on the standard CB1100. The 2017 model was updated with front and back LED lights, a new lighter exhaust, a seamless fuel tank made of pressed aluminum, and the addition of a slipper clutch.

The CB1100 ended production in 2022.[4]

CB1100 Deluxe/EX

Introduced in 2014 the Deluxe model has a 6 speed transmission, larger fuel tank (extra 0.7 gallons), 4-in-2 exhaust, ABS, modified seat and other details.[5] In North America this model is labeled CB1100 DLX.[6]

The CB1100 EX model variant in addition to the DLX also features wire wheels.[7] As of 2014 it is available in Japan and Europe.

CB1100 RS

The sports-oriented CB1100 RS model was released in the 2017 model year. This model has all lighting from LED lights, slightly revised engine, 17-inch aluminium wheels, shorter wheelbase by 5 mm, Tokico radial brake calipers, different caster angle, sportier suspension setup with dual bending valve two-piece Showa 43 mm fork, and sport-oriented tires.[8] [9]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: HONDA CB1100EX (2017-2021) Review Speed, Specs & Prices . www.motorcyclenews.com . en.
  2. Web site: Edge . Dirck . 2013 Honda CB1100: MD Ride Review. MotorcycleDaily.com. 20 May 2013 . 9 April 2023.
  3. Web site: 2013 CB1100 Overview - Honda Powersports. 9 April 2023.
  4. Web site: 2021 Honda CB1100 RS Final Edition Bids Adieu to Air-Cooled Fours .
  5. Web site: 2014 Honda CB1100 - First Look. Cycle World. 9 April 2023.
  6. Web site: 2014 CB1100 Overview - Honda Powersports. 9 April 2023.
  7. Web site: CB1100 EX . 2014-05-04 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140407170558/http://www.hondamc.eu/bikes/cb1100-ex/ . 2014-04-07 . dead .
  8. Web site: Intermot: Honda reveal café-cool CB1100RS. Newland. Richard. Motorcycle News.com. October 5, 2016. October 4, 2016. October 5, 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20161005201128/http://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2016/october/intermot-honda-update-cb1100ex-for-2017/. dead.
  9. Web site: The 2017 Honda CB1100RS Gets Serious About Looking Cool And Riding Performance. MacDonald . Sean . Cycle World. October 6, 2016. October 4, 2016 .