Hey all,
Well, with the beautiful spring weather also came the inevitable new bike bug that seems to hatch around this time every year. I was originally planning to aquire a used honda CB350 and rebuild it, but that was before I came across a brand new 2007 Honda 919 (CB900F) at my local dealership. The price had been significantly reduced and I just had to jump on it. Having always been a fan of naked bikes and CBs in particular, this was a great opportunity for me.
After an afternoon at the dealership, I was able to ride the new 919 around for about 30 miles. Let me tell you, that thing is incredibly smooth. The power seems very present, although I will not be able to test this out until I get it completely broken in, and even then I have a feeling I will be staying out of the upper rev ranges. It is incredibly comfortable compared to the S, and the upright position felt like I was flying down the road on a lawn chair. The suspension and brakes are great. All in all, I think the 919 is going to make an excellent do everything bike (except off-road of course).
Unfortunately, the new bike purchase means I will have to sell the SV. After riding the 919, I can definitely say the SV engine has alot more personality, and I mean this in a good way. Also, the SV feels lighter and the handling feels quicker, although part of this may have to do with my limited time on the 919. Even though I have changed bikes, I still plan on participating on this forum because it is by far one of the best forums I have been on. Just want to say thanks for all the help given on my SV questions.
Well, with the beautiful spring weather also came the inevitable new bike bug that seems to hatch around this time every year. I was originally planning to aquire a used honda CB350 and rebuild it, but that was before I came across a brand new 2007 Honda 919 (CB900F) at my local dealership. The price had been significantly reduced and I just had to jump on it. Having always been a fan of naked bikes and CBs in particular, this was a great opportunity for me.
After an afternoon at the dealership, I was able to ride the new 919 around for about 30 miles. Let me tell you, that thing is incredibly smooth. The power seems very present, although I will not be able to test this out until I get it completely broken in, and even then I have a feeling I will be staying out of the upper rev ranges. It is incredibly comfortable compared to the S, and the upright position felt like I was flying down the road on a lawn chair. The suspension and brakes are great. All in all, I think the 919 is going to make an excellent do everything bike (except off-road of course).
Unfortunately, the new bike purchase means I will have to sell the SV. After riding the 919, I can definitely say the SV engine has alot more personality, and I mean this in a good way. Also, the SV feels lighter and the handling feels quicker, although part of this may have to do with my limited time on the 919. Even though I have changed bikes, I still plan on participating on this forum because it is by far one of the best forums I have been on. Just want to say thanks for all the help given on my SV questions.
