What is the best motorcycle Honda ever made? - Page 6

ozrocu2 · 07-26-2011, 12:46 AM

Honda Trail 70! My first learner.

iRuzty · 07-26-2011, 06:31 AM

When it comes to the best bike i would go with the goldwing or the dn-01, its driving feeling must be the best made in a factory. But it depends on how you look at it, if you want a racing bike with lots of accleration an feeling it would be the cbr 600rr or the fireblade.

knowledgeboy50 · 07-28-2011, 05:17 PM

The CB400/4 F1 and F2 Not sure if the US market got these, but in the UK these were red hot.circa74-79

audiorazor · 07-30-2011, 08:17 PM

CB750F Super Sport!

jbuchter90 · 08-11-2011, 07:02 PM

my opinion would have to be the CBR600RR

ryanw · 08-26-2011, 03:28 PM

VTX 1800 hands down. These bikes are SICK looking and sounding.

Matticus · 08-29-2011, 02:57 AM

Honda CB750F

Crimsonhell · 09-09-2011, 10:34 AM

xlv 600 the ones build in spain

rain_man_rich · 09-19-2011, 11:07 PM

Trail 70 or 90. About 1/3 of all riders I know learned on one of those two bikes.

aldiss · 09-20-2011, 08:13 AM

CBR but not the latest ones

Dstorm01 · 09-20-2011, 01:21 PM

Cbr ftw

zramey · 10-21-2011, 08:54 PM

305 dream and trail 110 with hi lo trans

zmago · 10-22-2011, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ronss

the cb750 was light years ahead of the competition, and allmost put harley out of buisness....this was the bike that had the most impact on the industry

That was my impression when I bought a CB750 after the engine of my Norton Commando exploded.

Flying Couch · 11-18-2011, 03:42 AM

Probably have to go with the CBs, like so many others, particularly the 750 and 450 Black Bomber.

175owner · 11-18-2011, 07:45 AM

In no particular order...

1997 Valkyrie - what a machine!
2008 Goldwing - 2 wheel Cadillac
1979 CBX - cops pulled me over just to count the cylinders
1994 CBR600 - great power, handling & brakes
2004 Rune - one off custom cruiser
1975 CB750 - Apricot Flake Red, just restored
1971 CB175 - 1st bike I had, really brings back the memories. Its in the que to be restored, fall/2012

Biker Dash · 11-18-2011, 05:06 PM

Hmmmm... best bike Honda ever made? So many choices out there. I cannot remember what my previous post here stated as best by Honda, but as of now, I have to say that I think the Shadow is the best ride Honda made. Specifically, the 750 ACE models seem to be the best of the breed in my opinion.

The 1100 Shadows were physically larger and heavier. More so than I think they increased power. And the smaller versions, well, they just do not have the same power capabilities as a 750cc bike would have.

Now, let us look at why I think the American Classic Edition versions were better than the rest.

Duel Carbed. Airflow is important for power, and the duel carbs just seem to have more potential for airflow into the engine, especially with a good aftermarket intake. (and exhaust matched to the intake)

Peg positioning. The pegs on the 750 ACE are about 1 1/2 inches back from where they are on most other Shadows. Now, a lot of riders mount forward controls on the ACE, but if you have a 30" inseam (like me) or less, then the ACE's pegs will be better positioned in my opinion.

Handling. The Honda Shadow is one of the best handling cruisers out there, and the ones with a 120 tire on the front are VERY stable. Now, put Pirelli MT66 tires on it next time you need tires, and put drag bars on it, and you will transform it's handling. It will still feel quite stable, but due to body positioning and the fact that the MT66 tire is a bit lighter and has a subtly different shape to its profile, it will corner MUCH easier and feel like you CONTROL the corner. (it will NOT be turned into a CBR-600 lol but it will feel as if it handles better than a cruiser has a right to handle)

Maintainence. A Shadow is actually a very easy bike to work on. You dont have to pull the engine to do a valve job, and I believe you can even pull the heads while the engine is still in the frame. Not many bikes out there that allow you to do that!

1911tex · 06-07-2012, 01:26 PM

Old thread needs reviving...want to add my 2 cents: If old school simple, reliability, cost, almost bullet proof; then the CM200T prior to 1981. Points, mechanical brakes, 6V simple, low cost, $40 year insurance, kick and electric start, cheap parts, looks good, etc. Fun. Anyone with an ounce of mechanical ability can work on it. Great little urban commuter.

digitaldj · 06-08-2012, 11:22 AM

Wow there is so many to choose from! In my opinion Honda is the Best bikes!

My favs:
1. Honda 305 Dream
2. Honda CB550 & 750
3. Honda Early VF700 & 750 Magna's (Still have one)
4. VTX 1300
5. Honda Big Bikes Aspencade etc.

I also had a 160 can't remember the model, may have been something like a CT160.

stevenmw · 06-08-2012, 11:40 PM

CL 350 or Enduro. They work great as a dual purpose bike. (Even though I own a CB 350.

)

GManiac93 · 06-28-2012, 09:35 PM

The cb seRies

81cm400t · 06-30-2012, 09:54 PM

i second the 65 mustang posts. i love mine

Biker Dash · 06-30-2012, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 81cm400t

i second the 65 mustang posts. i love mine

Dude, the Mustang was NOT a Honda... READ THE FECKIN THREAD dammit...

81cm400t · 06-30-2012, 09:58 PM

relly like the magnas as wel.

Biker Dash · 06-30-2012, 10:18 PM

Sorry about that outburst btw... and Magnas ROCK!

bglaze · 07-06-2012, 11:10 PM

The Rebel is the most pragmatic!

taxman · 07-16-2012, 09:42 PM

I've read and heard that Honda had trouble with the V65 Magna's from the mid 80's (lack of lubrication to the crankshaft?), but they're still my favorite Honda of all time. I wasn't even riding back then, but loved the raw power and sport/cruiser styling of that bike--not to mention that it held the world record for fastest production motorcycle for a few years (84-87?). The V65 Magna may not be the BEST Honda of all time, but it's certainly my favorite...and nothing has replaced it yet.

Biker Dash · 07-16-2012, 11:42 PM

Actually, I believe it was a camshaft issue with the V-65

taxman · 07-17-2012, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Animedevildog

Actually, I believe it was a camshaft issue with the V-65

Yes...you're right. I wasn't sure...

78 750K · 07-19-2012, 02:57 PM

1969 Honda 750 With out this bike we would not have any modern sports bikes. It was the beginning of the mass produced sports bikes IMHO
KB

jasonrm88 · 07-20-2012, 03:42 PM

This is all a huge matter of opinion but i love the shadows and VTX most years anyway

Badlands-4-2 · 07-21-2012, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 78 750K

1969 Honda 750 With out this bike we would not have any modern sports bikes. It was the beginning of the mass produced sports bikes IMHO
KB

Not just your opinion. Motorcyclist magazine named it bike of the century.

Biker Dash · 07-21-2012, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badlands-4-2

Not just your opinion. Motorcyclist magazine named it bike of the century.

And with this, the debate is ended =/

Honda 217 · 07-21-2012, 10:30 PM

I like to think that my Honda 125R is the best! We love the dirt!!

junkbonds · 07-22-2012, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrchjohnson

What put Honda Motorcycles on the map, or what is the product they have that no one else has been able to offer?

You have asked 2 questions.

What put Honda on the map? Without a doubt it was the 1969 CB750. It was revolutionary.

What is the product they have that no one else has been able to offer? Beats me. I don't care about new bikes.

Offcenter · 07-22-2012, 08:59 PM

The Honda Trail 90.
First produced in 1964.
Displacement increased to 110cc in 1980.
STILL in production today, 48 years later!
(but you can't buy 'em in the US, dammit!)

daylen · 07-22-2012, 08:59 PM

honda repsol 1000rr

brianjay · 08-07-2012, 04:50 PM

1981 honda cb400t hawk!

1911tex · 08-07-2012, 07:21 PM

What put Honda on the map...get real, it was the CA95 Benly Dreams from '59-'66!
Here is my '63 Baby Dream version...all 150cc's in one great art deco package...may be the most popular restored cycle in recent history; fender flares, square shocks, rock reliable, etc....:

ccRider246 · 08-11-2012, 10:35 PM

I have to agree on the CB750. I am especially fond of mine. I am going to miss her but there just isn't enough room in the garage for two bikes.

DGM · 08-16-2012, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by COFats

1950's......Hardtop convertibles
1950's......Crown Victoria with glass roof
1957-58...Thunderbird
1969........Shelby Mustang and BOSS
1973-76...Ranchero

As for Honda, they make too many MC in too many classes to single out one.

Ride safe & long,
Colorado Fats

You apparently never saw the 57 Ranchero (first year they made it). It was beautiful

08-11-2011, 07:02 PM	#205
jbuchter90 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 4	best motorcycle my opinion would have to be the CBR600RR

11-18-2011, 05:06 PM	#216
Biker Dash Site Brony and Troll Eater Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Waterville, Maine (USA) Posts: 7,642	Hmmmm... best bike Honda ever made? So many choices out there. I cannot remember what my previous post here stated as best by Honda, but as of now, I have to say that I think the Shadow is the best ride Honda made. Specifically, the 750 ACE models seem to be the best of the breed in my opinion. The 1100 Shadows were physically larger and heavier. More so than I think they increased power. And the smaller versions, well, they just do not have the same power capabilities as a 750cc bike would have. Now, let us look at why I think the American Classic Edition versions were better than the rest. Duel Carbed. Airflow is important for power, and the duel carbs just seem to have more potential for airflow into the engine, especially with a good aftermarket intake. (and exhaust matched to the intake) Peg positioning. The pegs on the 750 ACE are about 1 1/2 inches back from where they are on most other Shadows. Now, a lot of riders mount forward controls on the ACE, but if you have a 30" inseam (like me) or less, then the ACE's pegs will be better positioned in my opinion. Handling. The Honda Shadow is one of the best handling cruisers out there, and the ones with a 120 tire on the front are VERY stable. Now, put Pirelli MT66 tires on it next time you need tires, and put drag bars on it, and you will transform it's handling. It will still feel quite stable, but due to body positioning and the fact that the MT66 tire is a bit lighter and has a subtly different shape to its profile, it will corner MUCH easier and feel like you CONTROL the corner. (it will NOT be turned into a CBR-600 lol but it will feel as if it handles better than a cruiser has a right to handle) Maintainence. A Shadow is actually a very easy bike to work on. You dont have to pull the engine to do a valve job, and I believe you can even pull the heads while the engine is still in the frame. Not many bikes out there that allow you to do that! __________________ 03 Yahama V-max 03 Dodge Ram 1500

06-30-2012, 10:18 PM	#224
Biker Dash Site Brony and Troll Eater Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Waterville, Maine (USA) Posts: 7,642	Sorry about that outburst btw... and Magnas ROCK! __________________ 03 Yahama V-max 03 Dodge Ram 1500

07-16-2012, 11:42 PM	#227
Biker Dash Site Brony and Troll Eater Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Waterville, Maine (USA) Posts: 7,642	Actually, I believe it was a camshaft issue with the V-65 __________________ 03 Yahama V-max 03 Dodge Ram 1500

07-22-2012, 08:59 PM	#235
Offcenter On The Road Again! Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Northern New Jersey Posts: 195	The Honda Trail 90. First produced in 1964. Displacement increased to 110cc in 1980. STILL in production today, 48 years later! (but you can't buy 'em in the US, dammit!) __________________ George in Jersey CT-90 & Goldwing

07-26-2011, 12:46 AM	#201
ozrocu2 Registered Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bowling Green, KY Posts: 2	Honda Trail 70! My first learner.

07-26-2011, 06:31 AM	#202
iRuzty Newbie Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 4	When it comes to the best bike i would go with the goldwing or the dn-01, its driving feeling must be the best made in a factory. But it depends on how you look at it, if you want a racing bike with lots of accleration an feeling it would be the cbr 600rr or the fireblade.

07-28-2011, 05:17 PM	#203
knowledgeboy50 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 3	The CB400/4 F1 and F2 Not sure if the US market got these, but in the UK these were red hot.circa74-79

07-30-2011, 08:17 PM	#204
audiorazor Motorcyclist Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 7	CB750F Super Sport!

08-26-2011, 03:28 PM	#206
ryanw Newbie Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Grand Rapids Posts: 6	VTX 1800 hands down. These bikes are SICK looking and sounding.

08-29-2011, 02:57 AM	#207
Matticus Newbie Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 5	Honda CB750F

09-09-2011, 10:34 AM	#208
Crimsonhell Newbie Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 4	xlv 600 the ones build in spain

09-19-2011, 11:07 PM	#209
rain_man_rich Newbie Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 6	Trail 70 or 90. About 1/3 of all riders I know learned on one of those two bikes.

09-20-2011, 08:13 AM	#210
aldiss Newbie Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 4	CBR but not the latest ones

09-20-2011, 01:21 PM	#211
Dstorm01 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 6	Cbr ftw

10-21-2011, 08:54 PM	#212
zramey Newbie Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 3	305 dream and trail 110 with hi lo trans

11-18-2011, 03:42 AM	#214
Flying Couch Master At Arms Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: West of Atlanta, GA Posts: 190	Probably have to go with the CBs, like so many others, particularly the 750 and 450 Black Bomber.

11-18-2011, 07:45 AM	#215
175owner Verified Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Lawton, Michigan Posts: 57	In no particular order... 1997 Valkyrie - what a machine! 2008 Goldwing - 2 wheel Cadillac 1979 CBX - cops pulled me over just to count the cylinders 1994 CBR600 - great power, handling & brakes 2004 Rune - one off custom cruiser 1975 CB750 - Apricot Flake Red, just restored 1971 CB175 - 1st bike I had, really brings back the memories. Its in the que to be restored, fall/2012

06-07-2012, 01:26 PM	#217
1911tex Verified Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 26	Old thread needs reviving...want to add my 2 cents: If old school simple, reliability, cost, almost bullet proof; then the CM200T prior to 1981. Points, mechanical brakes, 6V simple, low cost, $40 year insurance, kick and electric start, cheap parts, looks good, etc. Fun. Anyone with an ounce of mechanical ability can work on it. Great little urban commuter.

06-08-2012, 11:22 AM	#218
digitaldj Newbie Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 3	Wow there is so many to choose from! In my opinion Honda is the Best bikes! My favs: 1. Honda 305 Dream 2. Honda CB550 & 750 3. Honda Early VF700 & 750 Magna's (Still have one) 4. VTX 1300 5. Honda Big Bikes Aspencade etc. I also had a 160 can't remember the model, may have been something like a CT160.

06-08-2012, 11:40 PM	#219
stevenmw Motorcyclist Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 9	CL 350 or Enduro. They work great as a dual purpose bike. (Even though I own a CB 350. )

06-28-2012, 09:35 PM	#220
GManiac93 Newbie Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 4	The cb seRies

06-30-2012, 09:54 PM	#221
81cm400t Newbie Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 5	i second the 65 mustang posts. i love mine

06-30-2012, 09:58 PM	#223
81cm400t Newbie Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 5	relly like the magnas as wel.

07-06-2012, 11:10 PM	#225
bglaze Verified Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 28	The Rebel is the most pragmatic!

07-16-2012, 09:42 PM	#226
taxman Verified Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New York Posts: 22	I've read and heard that Honda had trouble with the V65 Magna's from the mid 80's (lack of lubrication to the crankshaft?), but they're still my favorite Honda of all time. I wasn't even riding back then, but loved the raw power and sport/cruiser styling of that bike--not to mention that it held the world record for fastest production motorcycle for a few years (84-87?). The V65 Magna may not be the BEST Honda of all time, but it's certainly my favorite...and nothing has replaced it yet.

07-19-2012, 02:57 PM	#229
78 750K Verified Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: N.C. Posts: 27	1969 Honda 750 With out this bike we would not have any modern sports bikes. It was the beginning of the mass produced sports bikes IMHO KB

07-20-2012, 03:42 PM	#230
jasonrm88 Motorcyclist Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: ND Posts: 9	This is all a huge matter of opinion but i love the shadows and VTX most years anyway

07-21-2012, 10:30 PM	#233
Honda 217 Motorcyclist Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 8	I like to think that my Honda 125R is the best! We love the dirt!!

07-22-2012, 08:59 PM	#236
daylen Newbie Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 5	honda repsol 1000rr

08-07-2012, 04:50 PM	#237
brianjay Motorcyclist Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 7	1981 honda cb400t hawk!

08-07-2012, 07:21 PM	#238
1911tex Verified Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 26	What put Honda on the map...get real, it was the CA95 Benly Dreams from '59-'66! Here is my '63 Baby Dream version...all 150cc's in one great art deco package...may be the most popular restored cycle in recent history; fender flares, square shocks, rock reliable, etc....: Last edited by 1911tex; 08-07-2012 at 07:25 PM..

08-11-2012, 10:35 PM	#239
ccRider246 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 429	I have to agree on the CB750. I am especially fond of mine. I am going to miss her but there just isn't enough room in the garage for two bikes. __________________ Chris 2010 NT700V 1981 CB750F

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