It was tiring at sustained high speed, yes. But not so much I think as a V Max because IIRC they had a semi easy rider seating position which doesn't lend itself to high speed at all, though I never rode one. I do recall that after fitting Pirrelli Phantom tyres to the CBX it would develop a persistent and worsening weave at 110mph. Thing is the same tyres did the same thing to a Suzuki GS1000L I also had at that time.
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It was tiring at sustained high speed, yes. But not so much I think as a V Max because IIRC they had a semi easy rider seating position which doesn't lend itself to high speed at all, though I never rode one. I do recall that after fitting Pirrelli Phantom tyres to the CBX it would develop a persistent and worsening weave at 110mph. Thing is the same tyres did the same thing to a Suzuki GS1000L I also had at that time.
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Just wind drag Pete, it gets tiring just hanging on and it becomes particularly noticeable from 100mph upwards. The two bikes I mentioned are the last two un-faired bikes I ever bought apart from off-roaders.
I once had a Blue/black/silver V65 Sabre that was scary fast and stable, a real mile eater but not a good physical fit for me.
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/2014/03/article/retro-ride-1984-honda-vf1100s/
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/2014/03/article/retro-ride-1984-honda-vf1100s/
I always loved the look of the 70's BMW R90S. Custom paint, right from the factory in Daytona Orange or Silver Smoke.
45rpmspinner
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Had a very nice silver smoke model for awhile.
Even then it was worth too much to keep. I think I got about $6000 for it in the days when a standard 90/6 could be had for $1500.
Still have a '79 R 100RS [a few more horsepower and taller gearing] with an R 90S fairing mounted....even though I no longer ride.
Stock seats were always too tall on Beemers. Totally screwed the center of gravity.
Was never even remotely happy with the handling until I made a low "pad" type seat, dropped/improved the front forks, and jacked up the rear suspension.
18in wheels helped a lot too.
Altogether, I probably put 100,000 miles on the damn things.
On the highway, those old air-cooled flat twins were marvelous.
Always thought winning the Superbike title on an R 90/S was clear proof of Reg Pridmore's God-given talent.
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I got a used Victor Special as my first bike and it was tons of fun -- when it would start. With the sound, vibration and exhilerating ride, it reminded me of flying a WWI fighter plane.
3kitty
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45rpmspinner
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round-case Ducati 750 Sport. 'nuff said.
Actually, I'd vote for the mist green/silver 750 SS model.
Paint jobs weren't the best, but still, what a looker.
Despite the squared-off styling, always liked the Moto Guzzi LeMans as well.
The stock seats were the most painful I've ever encountered.
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That guy must have long arms!
That guy must have long arms!
