Difference between revisions of "Honda ST1100"

ST1100 production began in 1990 and ended in 2002, although the police variant, the ST1100P, is still available.  A revamped model, the Honda ST1300 (also called the Pan-European) became available in the US in 2003.  The ST1100 was conceived, designed and developed by Honda Germany as a continental sport cruiser.  Later models have a huge 7.4-gallon gas tank that sits between your ankles, to offer better handling due to a low center of gravity. It gets up to 54 MPG. The ST1100 is a much better designed and more comfortable long-distance bike than the Japanese-designed [[Honda ST1300|ST1300]] or any of the newer [[BMW]]s that need a rear Paralever to do what the ST does without one. (I have owned all types of BMW's over the last 40 years.) A key problem with the ST1300 is that it throws off large amounts of engine, exhaust, manifold and radiator HEAT onto the rider's legs, whereas the ST1100 does not. The ST1100 is the bike preferred by police in most EUC countries, due to its handling, range, reliability, speed and comfort. The ST1100 has one of the best stock seats ever made for a motorcycle; a fully adjustable and BRIGHT headlights, and some of the best vibration-free mirrors. I love it for the torque from the 90-degree V4 that is so smooth, solid and balanced.