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blgdave
MB-5
Joined: Sep 09, 2020
Posts: 3
Location: New Zealand
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Wed Sep 09, 2020 8:45 pm |
 
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Hi Folks,
Thought it best to say hello first? So hello!
I was given this sites details via CB900 Riders on Facebook and have seen mentions elsewhere so thought it time I get in here and join in.
Originally I am from the UK but have been living in New Zealand now for the past 10 years so now call this home. Great place to live by the way! I had several bikes when in the UK, including a mint and standard CB750, which I sold when I moved. I also had an old AA CB750 bike when I last lived in New Zealand back on 2004, also sold. Anyway, being back here I gradually have built up my collection again and have rather a lot of bikes at home now, upto number 25 now actually.
I like just about any bike from little scooters upto big tourers. No offense to Cruisers like HD and the like, but I just don't like the ride position of those so dont have any. I have Sport bikes but own them more for nostalgia than riding as I am not as bendy as I used to be! I do tend to like older bikes and my main era I suppose is the 1970s and 1980s. I do although have 90s and 2000s bikes in the mix.
In the Honda family I have an old beast in the shape of a NC50, the touring ST1300, a new C125 Super Cub, a 92 round eye Fireblade, a 94 Foxeye Urban Tiger Fireblade, a mint 84 CB400 and of course my 1980 CB900F. I am on the look out for a nice CB750 and would love a CB1100 but they are pretty rare down here.
So folks this is me. I have a million questions as I am bringing the 900 back to life, so please forgive my ignorance and thanks in advance for any help.
Cheers all,
Dave |
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blgdave
MB-5
Joined: Sep 09, 2020
Posts: 3
Location: New Zealand
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Wed Sep 09, 2020 8:48 pm |
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PS> Sorry, forgot to add. If anyone in NZ knows of a CB1100F that's potentially for sale or how I could go about getting one from overseas, please drop me a line!
Cheers
Dave |
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cliffiec
Friend of the Board
Joined: Mar 02, 2006
Posts: 5434
Location: Central Maine/Arizona
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Wed Sep 09, 2020 8:51 pm |
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Welcome to the site, Dave. The info you seek is here, the Search Function works well, and if you can't find the answer, we're here to help. BTW, we like pics of your ride, especially the 900... |
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blgdave
MB-5
Joined: Sep 09, 2020
Posts: 3
Location: New Zealand
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Wed Sep 09, 2020 9:09 pm |
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Thanks Cliff, I am having a look about now and see a wealth of info! Its also got me wanting an 1100 even more now!
I have lots of pictures so will post some up later. Its day time here in NZ so I am at work.
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FCMike
Hawk
Joined: Jul 11, 2014
Posts: 494
Location: Hobart,TAS, OZ
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Wed Sep 09, 2020 9:49 pm |
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Silver CB900F
Joined: May 11, 2014
Posts: 1018
Location: San Diego
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Thu Sep 10, 2020 5:30 am |
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Look up Vince and Hyde Racing. They are in NZ and Brent has more time and knowledge invested in the CB than anyone. Goes by Captain on this site. |
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genesound
Red CB1100F
Joined: Feb 20, 2006
Posts: 11912
Location: Studio City, California
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Thu Sep 10, 2020 7:01 am |
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Hey Dave! |
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mcarroll_nz
Hawk
Joined: Dec 03, 2016
Posts: 368
Location: New Zealand
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Thu Sep 10, 2020 1:35 pm |
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Hey Dave, another kiwi here, but currently living in the US. Welcome! Where are you based? (I'm from Chch)
My two 1100Fs will be back in kiwi-land in a year's time or so with me, along with an 1100R I have there.
You're welcome to PM me if you want to chat about anything.
Cheers,
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pontiacstogo
Friend of the Board
Joined: Oct 16, 2004
Posts: 6756
Location: Waihi, NZ
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Thu Sep 10, 2020 4:09 pm |
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| My two 1100Fs will be back in kiwi-land in a year's time or so with me, along with an 1100R I have there. |
Uhoh - is this another NZ'er heading back home? 
Welcome aboard Dave. |
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Captain
CB1100F
Joined: Jan 02, 2009
Posts: 2206
Location: New Zealand
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Thu Sep 10, 2020 6:21 pm |
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NZ is not a bad place to be in these crazy times, I certainly can understand my fellow citizens coming home.
Welcome Dave, to a great site that is full of very keen enthusiasts. Must of whatever you seek about the CB....F can be answered here.
It’s also great to see another “local” joining and if I can assist in anything just ask.
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kiwihonda004
Hawk
Joined: Jul 14, 2012
Posts: 413
Location: New Zealand
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Fri Sep 11, 2020 12:01 am |
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Good to have another team member in NZ .Welcome
Cheers Peter |
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herdygerdy
Hawk
Joined: Feb 27, 2007
Posts: 272
Location: Sydney, Australia
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Fri Sep 11, 2020 10:11 pm |
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Hi BigDave and welcome aboard from another Kiwi - albeit living in Sydney, 'Stray'ya.
Re your quest for an 1100, what condition are you after? A mint one or a fixer-upper? I know of one of the latter that may be available here in Sydney if that's of interest. Haven't eyeballed the bike myself so can't comment on condition, but I can put you in contact with the owner who is a standup fellow.
Cheers...Tony |
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BullittDave
Twinstar
Joined: Aug 31, 2016
Posts: 256
Location: Mission, TX.
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Sat Sep 12, 2020 1:35 pm |
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Good thing you're a new fella from New Zealand. Old fellas from Old Zealand aren't welcome!
Nice assortment of bikes. |
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