Just bought one of these 2009, 9000miles, immaculate condition, only done 2000miles in the last 10 years! 111miles in the last 3. Returning biker, absolutely love it
I run a Biffer 1000 usually 2 up with Givi full luggage regularly. My partner is 63 kg and I am 120 kg with aprox 11 kg of luggage . I found the bike power / weight is uneffected , well thats how it seems. It pulls in any gear even 6 th and accelerates with easy . Beautiful smooth power delivery, excellent mpg on average 50 + over 200 miles easy on full tank Mine bike is the CBF 1000 mk 2 ( 2011) done 21,000 miles.
@stuartArmourer I could never get fuel economy like that but my use was much more stop, start in central London which ultimately led to selling it on. I was using it for the wrong purpose.
I just bought a 2012 cbf. I watched all These cbf 1000 vids, they fail to mention comparitive elements to other bikes. One that shocked me was their weight and lack of nimble manuverability. My test ride was a suprise. Keep that in mind.. they look sweet but feel like a scaled down goldwing.
I agree with you there, you can really feel the weight at slow speeds. It can be nimble, but tight u turns aren't its strong suit, and i find i always feel just on the verge of dropping it.
On the underside of the right hand switch gear you'll find two cross point machine screws, nip them up and that'll stop the switch and throttle rotating on the handle bar when you twist the throttle ;-)
Nat in central London noise cameras are in operation, so I'd leave well alone. From what I understand, the ignition antenna ring plugs into the back of the instrument cluster...but don't hold me to it.
brilliant bikes, too bad there's no naked version of this 1000, I've got a 600n6, i ride it in 6th as low as 25mph, it does vibe a bit round 4-5k rpm but it's a bike and at least it doesn't rattle itself to pieces like the sv650 for example, the exhaust note is spot on from the standard cans, I've never had a more reliable and well built bike, mine has done 97k miles and has been in a few crashes, but still going strong, also I can take both my hands off the handlebars anytime on any road no issues, could be diferent caster angles
They are great bikes you get a buzz at around 60mph and if you lift your hands off the bars it will shake quite badly and nobody can actually find out the reason for it
I don't like top bixes on a bike either but have used them and they are sooo usefull,just spoil the looks of the bike and make you feel like a pratt lol😀👍
Eiffel 65 "im blue" a catchy song that youll hate yourself for singing, you should name the bike"Zorotl" thats the name of the blue alien from that music video, Pronounced Zo-ro-tl
Really nice bike Nat and Honda quality to boot. Whatever you do dont change the pipes. Can you keep us updated on the fuel consumption, I would be interested to know from a one litres bike on the commute All the best Andy
Im thinking of buying one to do regular Euro trips to visit family. How do you think it would be for this job? It’s either that or go the full hog on an FJR1300 or GTR1400 which I think might be overkill. I just think the CBF offers fantastic value for money.
Just bought one of these 2009, 9000miles, immaculate condition, only done 2000miles in the last 10 years! 111miles in the last 3. Returning biker, absolutely love it
A great find of a great bike!
I run a Biffer 1000 usually 2 up with Givi full luggage regularly. My partner is 63 kg and I am 120 kg with aprox 11 kg of luggage . I found the bike power / weight is uneffected , well thats how it seems. It pulls in any gear even 6 th and accelerates with easy . Beautiful smooth power delivery, excellent mpg on average 50 + over 200 miles easy on full tank
Mine bike is the CBF 1000 mk 2 ( 2011) done 21,000 miles.
@stuartArmourer I could never get fuel economy like that but my use was much more stop, start in central London which ultimately led to selling it on. I was using it for the wrong purpose.
@@NatsNackersYard thanks for your reply ride safe 👊
@stuartArmourer thanks mate. You too.
I just bought a 2012 cbf. I watched all These cbf 1000 vids, they fail to mention comparitive elements to other bikes. One that shocked me was their weight and lack of nimble manuverability. My test ride was a suprise. Keep that in mind.. they look sweet but feel like a scaled down goldwing.
It's a big lump but I quite like that. It feels grounded to me and reassuringly weighty.
I agree with you there, you can really feel the weight at slow speeds. It can be nimble, but tight u turns aren't its strong suit, and i find i always feel just on the verge of dropping it.
Thank you for reassurance. Im sure it will be wonderful on the big fast highways when i tour.
@@travesty70 That's definitely what these bikes are best at, and where they're most fuel efficient.
Definitely!
On the underside of the right hand switch gear you'll find two cross point machine screws, nip them up and that'll stop the switch and throttle rotating on the handle bar when you twist the throttle ;-)
No idea what you mean mate. Switch gear is solid. I think it's the heated grips that you can see turning with the throttle.
I have a 600 version of this same colour love it
Never ridden the 600.
Nat in central London noise cameras are in operation, so I'd leave well alone.
From what I understand, the ignition antenna ring plugs into the back of the instrument cluster...but don't hold me to it.
You are right on the antenna. Next vid!
brilliant bikes, too bad there's no naked version of this 1000, I've got a 600n6, i ride it in 6th as low as 25mph, it does vibe a bit round 4-5k rpm but it's a bike and at least it doesn't rattle itself to pieces like the sv650 for example, the exhaust note is spot on from the standard cans, I've never had a more reliable and well built bike, mine has done 97k miles and has been in a few crashes, but still going strong, also I can take both my hands off the handlebars anytime on any road no issues, could be diferent caster angles
I formed a very quick bond with mine! No long hauls yet though!
They are great bikes you get a buzz at around 60mph and if you lift your hands off the bars it will shake quite badly and nobody can actually find out the reason for it
I have not noticed it but there aren't many 60 mph runs on my current commute!
I have an upload coming today and there is certainly no shake at speed!
I don't like top bixes on a bike either but have used them and they are sooo usefull,just spoil the looks of the bike and make you feel like a pratt lol😀👍
I am with you on that. It is nice not to have to take my helmet into work though.
Eiffel 65 "im blue" a catchy song that youll hate yourself for singing, you should name the bike"Zorotl" thats the name of the blue alien from that music video, Pronounced Zo-ro-tl
Spotter! lol
Really nice bike Nat and Honda quality to boot.
Whatever you do dont change the pipes.
Can you keep us updated on the fuel consumption, I would be interested to know from a one litres bike on the commute
All the best Andy
Just topped up the fuel and reset the odo for that exact reason.
I nearly bought one of these...wish I had now- they are bullet proof
A really solid machine so far.
Bar rectifier/regulator, ABS unit, camchain and CCT...
Don’t spending much money on it you won’t keep it long , terrible bikes to much vibration, they actually call it the vibe at five 😆
That's the first time that I have heard that. I certainly haven't noticed it.
My CBF1000 is the smoothest bike of the 30+ I've owned.
I am with you on that although my 900 Diversion was smoother I think. Maybe that's was due to the shaft drive though.
Mine is a super smooth ride , virtually no vibes, one of the best sport/ touring bikes out there in my opinion and I rode a few .
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Im thinking of buying one to do regular Euro trips to visit family. How do you think it would be for this job?
It’s either that or go the full hog on an FJR1300 or GTR1400 which I think might be overkill.
I just think the CBF offers fantastic value for money.
I think that it's more than up to it. I have done a couple of slightly longer runs and it is a great long range machine.
Take a look for Suzuki (bandit) 1250ccm.
your audio is in mono
Yep and I have no idea why!