Honda ST1100 thread

[CRM]

So... I have a new bike :cool:. Sold my BMW and found this Honda ST1100 that's high mileage (160000km) but in great condition - really well maintained and looked after - and managed to come out with a bit of change that I'm trying to use for finishing off a spot under the house to park bikes.

I must say it has exceeded my expectations :headbang:. It's great fit for me and gets really good economy for a big touring bike (6.6 litres per 100km or 50mpg). That gives a range of around 500km if you squeeze it!!:drool: It goes like stink (in a smooth refined way of course) and is easy to handle for a big girl :2thumbsup.

So I thought I'd start a thread for any other ST owners or prospects to share their thoughts and experiences. There are heaps of resources out there but I haven't found a lot of stuff locally. Any other Pan owners out there? :corn:

[307a]

How many penny's for a 14 year old Honda done 160,000kms.

[Bald Eagle]

I can see the anchor in the 2nd pic but someone seems to have stolen your boat. lol. Nice bike.

[CRM]

How many penny's for a 14 year old Honda done 160,000kms.

Cheapest bike I ever bought - also I think the best :2thumbsup - paid $3100 for her but she needed new tyres and steering head bearing replaced. Also came with spare screen, spare forks, Haynes manual plus lots of other bits. Plus has just had the cam belt done. If I hadn't read the speedo I would have guessed about 60,000km. My thinking is that a bike that has a good service history and constant use is a much better bet than an older bike with lower mileage that's been sitting around. Especially ST's that have a great reputation for longevity. But we'll see I guess... I've already done close to 3000km on her in three weeks.

[CRM]

I can see the anchor in the 2nd pic but someone seems to have stolen your boat. lol. Nice bike.

Haha - she's no anchor when you wind her up... :cool:

[307a]

Cheapest bike I ever bought - also I think the best :2thumbsup - paid $3100 for her but she needed new tyres and steering head bearing replaced. Also came with spare screen, spare forks, Haynes manual plus lots of other bits. Plus has just had the cam belt done. If I hadn't read the speedo I would have guessed about 60,000km. My thinking is that a bike that has a good service history and constant use is a much better bet than an older bike with lower mileage that's been sitting around. Especially ST's that have a great reputation for longevity. But we'll see I guess... I've already done close to 3000km on her in three weeks.

That's an ok price. Well done.

[FJRider]

Haha - she's no anchor when you wind her up... :cool:

It looks like a touring screen has been fitted to it. 160,000 isn't high ... 250,000 is high.

[nadroj]

.................WAITING FOR Hinny.................

[CRM]

It looks like a touring screen has been fitted to it. 160,000 isn't high ... 250,000 is high.

Yeah its a touring screen all right - I thought it was a joke when I first rode it - no way I can use this - but 3000km later I like it . It's good for keeping a straight back :crazy:. Ideally it needs about 30mm taken off the top to be just right for me - one of these days. Great for protection against the wind and bugs. I can ride with my visor up at virtually any speed. Can get a little warm in the still air though but mighty nice most of the time ;)

[FJRider]

Yeah its a touring screen all right - I thought it was a joke when I first rode it - no way I can use this - but 3000km later I like it . It's good for keeping a straight back :crazy:. Ideally it needs about 30mm taken off the top to be just right for me - one of these days. Great for protection against the wind and bugs. I can ride with my visor up at virtually any speed. Can get a little warm in the still air though but mighty nice most of the time ;)

I have followed one around most of the south island (often at speed). You will need to keep the screen clean ... otherwise you may not see too much going into/out of ... the sun on some occasions.

I gather the "Spare" screen was the original fitted one. You might want to try it on some time, you will (unless you are a short person) be able to see over it. With the tall screen ... long distance will be a pleasure. (as will the CLEAN visor)

[CRM]

I have followed one around most of the south island (often at speed). You will need to keep the screen clean ... otherwise you may not see too much going into/out of ... the sun on some occasions.

I gather the "Spare" screen was the original fitted one. You might want to try it on some time, you will (unless you are a short person) be able to see over it. With the tall screen ... long distance will be a pleasure. (as will the CLEAN visor)

Yeah the spare is the original but its been cut down. I put it on and tried it out but it is a little low for me and let too much air over for serious touring. I can see over the tall one (just) but probably should cut it down just a little... and maybe remove the black edging also. I really like the screen otherwise - best touring comfort I've experienced. I did Wellington to Whangarei in 10 hours including stops and it was great.

The seat is the only thing that could be improved - it's a little firm and high in the middle for me :baby:. Otherwise the ergonomics are spot on. It has Honda OEM heated grips fitted but not working for some reason - I'll be wanting those going over the winter.

[FJRider]

I did Wellington to Whangarei in 10 hours including stops and it was great.

The seat is the only thing that could be improved - it's a little firm and high in the middle for me :baby:. Otherwise the ergonomics are spot on. It has Honda OEM heated grips fitted but not working for some reason - I'll be wanting those going over the winter.

Take the seat to an upholsterer. It wont take much to sort that out. Then get a sheepskin.

Heated grips needed in Whangarei .. ??? :killingme

[CRM]

Take the seat to an upholsterer. It wont take much to sort that out. Then get a sheepskin.

Heated grips needed in Whangarei .. ??? :killingme

I usually get on the bike in Whangarei :cool: and get off somewhere significantly south :cold:- nothing wrong with being comfortable :baby:

Yeah I think the upholsterer idea could be worth a try.:niceone:

[shafty]

Love my RIDER seat from Mac at www.trimit.co.nz

[Wingnut]

Love my RIDER seat from Mac at www.trimit.co.nz

Prices start @ $500+ GST. Hmmmm. Rather expensive but if they are of a high quality..... Guess anything custom & 1 off is gonna require some shelling out!

[shafty]

Prices start @ $500+ GST. Hmmmm. Rather expensive but if they are of a high quality..... Guess anything custom & 1 off is gonna require some shelling out!

Quality is enjoyed long after price is forgotten

Mac personalises the seat o your weight and riding position

Enjoyed the one on my 1150 Roadster so much that when I upgraded to a Honda, I got another one...

[CRM]

Quality is enjoyed long after price is forgotten

Mac personalises the seat o your weight and riding position

Enjoyed the one on my 1150 Roadster so much that when I upgraded to a Honda, I got another one...

I had an 1100 Roadster - also feel that the Honda was definite upgrade although the Beemer was pretty sweet in many ways. Just didn't have the "three R's" of touring - Range, Room and Reliability. The Honda does all three with style :cool:

My "R" only got about 40mpg - what was yours like?

[shafty]

I cant recall the economy actually - it was a Twin Spark model but I think quite frugal.

After a freezing ride one sunny day I decided the time had come for a fully faired bike. Would've had a BM, but at that time the price difference was $10,000 more than an ST. I believe that gap has widened since.

I rode a 190,000k ST1100 for few days and it ran REAL sweet, Congrats on your purchase, awesome value.

Found www.st-owners.com yet?

Shafty

[CRM]

I cant recall the economy actually - it was a Twin Spark model but I think quite frugal.

After a freezing ride one sunny day I decided the time had come for a fully faired bike. Would've had a BM, but at that time the price difference was $10,000 more than an ST. I believe that gap has widened since.

I rode a 190,000k ST1100 for few days and it ran REAL sweet, Congrats on your purchase, awesome value.

Found www.st-owners.com yet?

Shafty

Yeah I think the value of the Honda is more apparent as the age and mileage increases too. I've had a bit of a look around the www.st-owners.com site. Another good one for technical help in a very readable way is Mike Martin's ST Page: http://home.insightbb.com/~mmartin36/ST_Maint.htm - aimed at 1100's though.

Went for a ride to Paihia yesterday evening with a mate and it reminded me of what a good all-rounder the ST's are. I find that when I want to go somewhere - even out to the market yesterday morning - I just naturally jump on the ST. I haven't had a bike like that before that is just a natural at almost everything :2thumbsup.

[CRM]

Another great ride yesterday up to Kaitaia over the Mangamuka's then back through Doubtless Bay and Kerikeri :2thumbsup. The road was (mostly) in great condition apart from a few major roadworks on the East Coast section.

Got to try out my radar detector on its new mount. I made the mount from a piece of aluminium about 40mm wide and 3mm thick. Bent it and drilled a hole so that it fits between the screen and bracket at the centre screw. Covered in black tape all over and put velcro on the top where the radar detector sits. Velcro on radar bottom of detector also... I also put a stick-on rubber furniture slider on the bottom and another on the dash to stop it bouncing and eliminate rubbing. Works a treat :headbang:. I've put a power outlet in the left pocket so easy to plug and unplug. Also have a velcro strap for extra security but not really needed as it sits there really happily.

And yes there were :Police: with their radars on up norf - not that I was speeding of course :whistle:.

[CRM]

Just got back from a week-long trip from Whangarei to Wellington and back - about 2000km. I went via Tauranga, Rotorua, Whakatane, Opotiki, Gisborne, Napier then across via Taihape to Wanganui before going down to Wellington (over 4 days). Return trip was straight up via Turangi, across to Te Awamutu then up via Ngaruawahia and back on SH1 at Glen Murray to avoid Hamilton - 10 hours yesterday. I thought I was getting used to the seat but after 8 or so hours I was thinking about getting something done to it :eek5:.

My absolute favourite road was Napier-Taihape road (Gentle Annie). I've done this once before the other direction on my Transalp, but it was even better on the Pan :yes:. I'm really impressed with how much "Sport" you can wring out of the ST on that kind of road - very little traffic, amazing scenery and amazing twisties :woohoo:. The Pan really responds to being ridden hard though bends when riding with focus and aggression :2guns:. I'm sure a sport bike could go faster as with less weight braking would be quicker and it would be faster out of the corner, but the Pan is pretty good when you get it working in the sweet spot and use the gears and clutch to keep it there. So the Gentle Annie for me is my favorite North Island road - as good if not better than the South Island passes :first:.

Fuel economy was about 5.5l/100km over the whole trip or about 51mpg. It dropped to about 6.0 for the trip across through the Gentle Annie which was understandable. Still way better economy that I used to get on my R1100 or Trophy 1200. The ST continues to surprise me as to how great it is for the kind of riding I do. I only had to fill up half way yesterday in Whakamaru! 476km on the first tank - Still had 2 litres left :woohoo:.

Pic below is the RAM mount and Aquabox I use for my iPhone. I run my TomTom app and use Rdio app for music - plus I can see/hear if I get calls or texts so I can pull over if necessary to reply. Works pretty good - sometimes a little hard to see depending on the sun angle - especially when wearing shades. Only sight downside with the bike so far is the seat - will get that sorted when I get some spare funds.

[BadSarah]

Sooo pretty- no I'm not biased in the least :laugh:

here's my pride and joy

[KoroJ]

Love my RIDER seat from Mac at www.trimit.co.nz

Heeeyy!! How come you get a Pan European Rider seat when I only get a Rider seat?......that sucks!!

[shafty]

Heeeyy!! How come you get a Pan European Rider seat when I only get a Rider seat?......that sucks!!

You can get it retro done if you you like.......

[KoroJ]

You can get it retro done if you you like.......

No to that on two counts:
1. I'm too much of a tight-arse!
2. Technically, my model isn't actually a Pan Euro, it's all labelled up as an ST1300? (...or to keep this on topic...an ST1100 younger but bigger brother)

I must say that even though it wasn't done specifically for me, it's pretty comfy and with all the other farkles ( http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/2627-A-Farkling-Good-Weekend ) I'm pretty pleased with the whole package.

[Old Steve]

Used search and this was the first ST1100 thread I found. So I'll resurrect it.

ST1100s seem to be priced really enticingly. OK they're probably 10 to 20 year old bikes and have all done some mileage, but they seem to be built like brick outhouses. I've also heard that ST1100 owners consider the ST1300 was a retrograde step.

I'm always looking at new bikes, and late Boulevard M50s are much more expensive. A guy I rode with had an ST1 and he swore by it. So an ST1100 might be on my short list when the bank account gets to a suitable level.

One thing, I'm only 5' 7" and a little challenged in the inside leg measurement. What is the seat height like? Is there any adjustment to take the seat height down?

[CRM]

Used search and this was the first ST1100 thread I found. So I'll resurrect it.

ST1100s seem to be priced really enticingly. OK they're probably 10 to 20 year old bikes and have all done some mileage, but they seem to be built like brick outhouses. I've also heard that ST1100 owners consider the ST1300 was a retrograde step.

I'm always looking at new bikes, and late Boulevard M50s are much more expensive. A guy I rode with had an ST1 and he swore by it. So an ST1100 might be on my short list when the bank account gets to a suitable level.

One thing, I'm only 5' 7" and a little challenged in the inside leg measurement. What is the seat height like? Is there any adjustment to take the seat height down?

I'm 5'8" (177cm) with short legs for my height and I find the ST1100 about right. Riders with longer legs find the tank can bang on the front of their knees apparently and prefer the 1300. It depends what you are used to - I think you would find it fine. As discussed earlier in the thread you can get your seat customised.

They're great bikes - definitely best all round tourer for the cost.

[Old Steve]

Thanks CRM. I solved the problem - local Honda shop has an ST1300 on the lot so I went over and sat on that. The ST1300 has a higher seat by about 32 mm, and my feet felt reasonably comfortable while sitting on that so an ST1100 should be even better. Bikes aren't moving over here at the moment because of the GFC and the downturn in the mines, so prices are quite good. The ST1300 has $A9990 on it, but the salesman said I could have it for $A8000. Trouble is, my tax return isn't in that order of magnitude.

I'm driving up to Townsville this Saturday (about 380 km, shit towns are far apart here in Queensland) to look at two ST1100s - a red 1993 with 145,000 on the clock for $A3990 and a white 2002 with 123,00 on it for $A4300. When some money comes in from the tax department and my bonus, I'll get a lift up and ride back home on whichever I like the most.

[CRM]

Thanks CRM. I solved the problem - local Honda shop has an ST1300 on the lot so I went over and sat on that. The ST1300 has a higher seat by about 32 mm, and my feet felt reasonably comfortable while sitting on that so an ST1100 should be even better. Bikes aren't moving over here at the moment because of the GFC and the downturn in the mines, so prices are quite good. The ST1300 has $A9990 on it, but the salesman said I could have it for $A8000. Trouble is, my tax return isn't in that order of magnitude.

I'm driving up to Townsville this Saturday (about 380 km, shit towns are far apart here in Queensland) to look at two ST1100s - a red 1993 with 145,000 on the clock for $A3990 and a white 2002 with 123,00 on it for $A4300. When some money comes in from the tax department and my bonus, I'll get a lift up and ride back home on whichever I like the most.

Sounds promising... no doubt you've read up about things to watch on them - rust on swing arms and pipes apparently are most common problems. And if you take a little screwdriver and remove the plastic "wings" you can look at the metal underneath to see if they've been laid down badly. The older ones had smaller alternators (up to about 93 I think) that could give problems. And of course check service history. Mine had 160km on it but the owner had full records for last 75,000 so I was pretty happy I was getting a well looked after bike and that's proved to be the case. The only problem on mine was the worn steering head bearings which again I discovered is pretty common. You can tell when it's on the centre stand (and when riding it) that it pulls to the centre. Enjoy :cool:

[CRM]

Back on the road again on the ST1100. Haven't done any real decent tours for over 12 months until this last few days - Day 1: Whangarei to Te Awamutu, Day 2: TA to Napier, Day 3: Napier to Wellington, Day 4:Ferry then Picton to Nelson, Day 5:Nelson to Methven via Greymouth and Arthurs Pass, then today Methven to Mosgiel via Twizel, Alexandra and Ranfurly. I'm travelling with my daughter who is riding a Hornet 900 that I've recently bought. I'm thinking of selling the ST1100 and just using the Hornet as I'm not doing much distance lately, but the ST is just so sweet for this kind of thing it would be hard to part with her :yes:.

Part of the trip is comparing the Hornet to the ST - fuel economy they are virtually identical, but the Hornet is reving quite a bit higher than the ST so a gearing change on the Hornet should mean better fuel economy - the ST is loping along at 3000RPM while the Hornet is probably around 4500RPM at the same speed.

We swapped for an hour or so today - handling is pretty good on both - the Hornet being lighter can be pushed a bit harder into the corners but the ST is a bit more stable with the extra weight I guess. The big difference for touring is weather protection. With the temperature being below 10 degrees a lot of the time it was much more pleasant on the ST. But for warmer weather not an issue I guess - the little screen on the Hornet does a good job of taking pressure off your chest. The engine is a little harsher on the Hornet as you would expect but anything would be compared to the ST. My mechanic rode it after dong some work before the trip and couldn't believe how smooth it was and how well it went for the mileage (just turned 170k).

[nzspokes]

Going up one tooth helps the economy and buz on the Hornet. And corrects the speedo error. Ive got a few bits kicking about for Hornets if you need anything.

I like the ST1100. I see something like that in my future. Let me know if you put yous on the market.

[CRM]

Going up one tooth helps the economy and buz on the Hornet. And corrects the speedo error. Ive got a few bits kicking about for Hornets if you need anything.

I like the ST1100. I see something like that in my future. Let me know if you put yous on the market.

Will do. Haven't decided yet which one to sell. The ST is the kind of bike that it would be hard to sell because on paper its not worth much but in practice it's pretty much equivalent to a $20k bike. Wish I could have kept every bike I'd owned (except the VStrom - didn't get on with that one...:mad:).

[nzspokes]

I put a screen on like this to my Hornet. Improved fuel economy and made it much more pleasant to ride long distance. I still have the screen somewhere.

I would recommend going up a tooth on the front as well. And some decent fork springs, they are very soft.

[CRM]

I put a screen on like this to my Hornet. Improved fuel economy and made it much more pleasant to ride long distance. I still have the screen somewhere.

I would recommend going up a tooth on the front as well. And some decent fork springs, they are very soft.

I nearly bought a blue one set up very like that - low pipe, tail tidy, topbox etc. Also had Ohlins shock and fork springs, but it was older and higher kms than the one I got - still a nice bike though. If you want to part with the screen I can help you with that for a fair price :) The one we put on there is a bit smaller and helps a bit but I think a larger one would be better.

[nzspokes]

I nearly bought a blue one set up very like that - low pipe, tail tidy, topbox etc. Also had Ohlins shock and fork springs, but it was older and higher kms than the one I got - still a nice bike though. If you want to part with the screen I can help you with that for a fair price :) The one we put on there is a bit smaller and helps a bit but I think a larger one would be better.

Yup would part with it. Just in the way. Will post up a pic of it during the week.

Also have a bit of other stuff for a Hornet. K&N filter, progressive fork springs etc.

I do like the ST1100s. Will have to try my girl on one sometime.

[CRM]

Yup would part with it. Just in the way. Will post up a pic of it during the week.

Also have a bit of other stuff for a Hornet. K&N filter, progressive fork springs etc.

I do like the ST1100s. Will have to try my girl on one sometime.

Maybe we can catch up next time I'm in Auckland - I'm seriously thinking about giving up touring and parting with the ST1100 :confused: so you'd be welcome to take her for a spin and see if you were interested in one. And I could take a look at the Hornet stuff you have.

[nzspokes]

When are you in Auckland again with it? What money are you thinking? Maybe pm me. What's its ks now?

[nzspokes]

Nice silver St1100 with 50ks on it on TM. 5k.

[CRM]

When are you in Auckland again with it? What money are you thinking? Maybe pm me. What's its ks now?

Okay I'll pm you.

[nzspokes]

Nice silver St1100 with 50ks on it on TM. 5k.

This, http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-787590301.htm

Looks like a great deal.

[CRM]

This, http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-787590301.htm

Looks like a great deal.

Yeah it looks pretty tidy. It is a 1991 though. When I was looking around I tried to find the newer ones rather than the lower km older ones. The early ones might be fine, but I've had a bit of bad experience with older bikes with low km - electrical issues, rust flakes in tank, tuning issues etc. From my experience a bike that's been ridden consistently from day one and properly maintained even with high mileage will usually be a better bike than one that's sat around for long periods. But nothing like checking them out and taking for a spin to get a feel for it.

[nzspokes]

This, http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-787590301.htm

Looks like a great deal.

Maybe off to look at this tomorrow.

[CRM]

Maybe off to look at this tomorrow.

Did you get to see it? Any good?

(Mine is still for sale: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=796220763 :yes:)

[Murray]

You bought it for $3,100 and you now want $3,900 for it???

The number plate alone is worth $2,500 so I suppose if you added that it has increased the value??

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/164696-Personalised-plate-GO2UP?highlight=GO2UP

[nzspokes]

Did you get to see it? Any good?

(Mine is still for sale: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=796220763 :yes:)

No we didnt. We tried a PC800 at Red Baron and It wouldnt work as the rear peg was to close to the panniers. Guess it would be the same for the ST.

I still think we could make one work.

[CRM]

You bought it for $3,100 and you now want $3,900 for it???

The number plate alone is worth $2,500 so I suppose if you added that it has increased the value??

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/164696-Personalised-plate-GO2UP?highlight=GO2UP

Yep, got a good deal on it when I bought it, but it needed new tyres, warrant, rego, new head bearings, plus I've added new heated grips, a power outlet, a rain cover, fixed up some bits of trim, new forks fitted etc. A bike is worth what people will pay for it at the time. Look at the other ones that are out there on trade me and the price I'm asking is really good. I can honestly say this is the best bike I've owned - better economy and range for touring than my R1100R or Trophy 1200. More comfort than my VFR800. Great power and smoothness. I'm super-impressed with the ST's. I didn't buy it for the plate :weird: - only taken the Mrs out on it a couple of times (though it is a cool plate).

[nzspokes]

This one also looks nice. Shame they are all to far away to sit on.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-797636992.htm

[CRM]

This one also looks nice. Shame they are all to far away to sit on.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-797636992.htm

I'm definitely coming to Auckland on 5th Nov so as long as the weather is fine and my bike isn't sold by then we can catch up and I'll take a look at your Hornet stuff and you can have a look at and a ride if you want on my ST.

[nzspokes]

I'm definitely coming to Auckland on 5th Nov so as long as the weather is fine and my bike isn't sold by then we can catch up and I'll take a look at your Hornet stuff and you can have a look at and a ride if you want on my ST.

Yeah that would be cool.

What are they like with a pillion on? Tried it on my VTR and it was a bit cramped for both of us.

[CRM]

Yeah that would be cool.

What are they like with a pillion on? Tried it on my VTR and it was a bit cramped for both of us.

I've only taken my wife out a couple of times on it but she seemed to like it. Heaps of room and much better seat compared to a VTR.

Apparently the design criteria for these - bearing in mind that they were designed in Germany as the "Pan European" - was a bike that could tour two-up at 160km on the Autobahn all day. I would certainly vouch for their ability to do that. They are totally stable at speed (the ST1300's had some early issues with wobbles but the 1100's are legendary for stability). I normally cruise at 110-120k with the radar detector on as I'm a bit paranoid about cops and I try to maintain a good margin of safety, but on the right roads a quick squirt will easily take you up to 200k without any sense of danger :eek:. I think top speed is supposed to be about 220.

PM me with your details for the 5th. Some time early afternoon would be ideal for me.

[Ender EnZed]

This one also looks nice. Shame they are all to far away to sit on.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-797636992.htm

This one here (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=783344780) was floating around for a few months before it went to AFC (IIRC). It hasn't been relisted in a while but there's no definite sign it's been sold. It has had a lie down at some point and I'm not sure what reserve was but it's the last year before the 13 and it hasn't been much further than the guy wanting $8k.

[nzspokes]

This one here (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=783344780) was floating around for a few months before it went to AFC (IIRC). It hasn't been relisted in a while but there's no definite sign it's been sold. It has had a lie down at some point and I'm not sure what reserve was but it's the last year before the 13 and it hasn't been much further than the guy wanting $8k.

Hmmm. Nice bike. Cheers

[Ender EnZed]

Hmmm. Nice bike. Cheers

Technically the wrong thread now, but this has to be on the list: trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=797711891

I recall the early 13s had a bit of a 180+km/h stability issue. Dunno if there was a recall or they just fixed the next gen but at under $6k it's not bad. Well down in buttfuck nowhere though.

[nzspokes]

Technically the wrong thread now, but this has to be on the list: trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=797711891

I recall the early 13s had a bit of a 180+km/h stability issue. Dunno if there was a recall or they just fixed the next gen but at under $6k it's not bad. Well down in buttfuck nowhere though.

Yes have seen that but a bit out of the budget. To be fair we are looking a bit early. Not ready to buy yet but more seeing what can work. Nice bike though, I would like it.

May wander up and look at this old nail as well. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=799454483

[Ender EnZed]

Yes have seen that but a bit out of the budget. To be fair we are looking a bit early. Not ready to buy yet but more seeing what can work. Nice bike though, I would like it.

May wander up and look at this old nail as well. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=799454483

Yeah, there's always something better for an extra thousand bucks.

Had this on the watch list a month ago: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=783475241

[Stylo]

There's other options too , look outside the square

Haast pass, bad coffee

304712

[nzspokes]

There's other options too , look outside the square

Haast pass, bad coffee



Im impressed.

Where is the cup holder?

[Stylo]

Holding the camera,

Then I tipped it out and went to Wanaka for a real one, good ride no traffic

[nzspokes]

Taking the picture,

Then I tipped it out and went to Wanaka for a real one, good ride no traffic

But to be fair the pillion position wont be any better than my VTR.

[nzspokes]

What tyres are people running on STs? A model or brand that works best?

[CRM]

What tyres are people running on STs? A model or brand that works best?

Metzeler Roadtec Z6's on mine - excellent tyres for handling and get great mileage. Get good reviews too: http://www.revzilla.com/product/metzeler-roadtec-z6-sport-touring-tires, http://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/metzeler-roadtec-z6-motorcycle-tire#

[Stylo]

The Metzeler Z8's are a good tyre too, on my second set on the 'Busa now. Checking/adjusting the pressure before every ride is important and makes the difference , running 41 at each end as per recommendations. Works for me.

[CRM]

I was recommended 38/42 pressure and seems to work well. I actually run Nitrogen in mine (local garage does it free for bikes) and found they keep pressure remarkably well.

[MarkH]

I was talking to a customer, he was telling me about a ride with a friend and thinking about buying a bike (he was on friend's wife's BMW 650 for the ride) and wanting a bigger bike. I suggested an ST1100 as a lot of bike for a pretty cheap price.
Now he tells be that he was looking at a listing for an ST1100 going for $3,750 that he is thinking of taking a look at.

If I was buying a bike right now and didn't have a big budget I would buy an ST1100 - so much bike for the price they go for.

[nzspokes]

I was talking to a customer, he was telling me about a ride with a friend and thinking about buying a bike (he was on friend's wife's BMW 650 for the ride) and wanting a bigger bike. I suggested an ST1100 as a lot of bike for a pretty cheap price.
Now he tells be that he was looking at a listing for an ST1100 going for $3,750 that he is thinking of taking a look at.

If I was buying a bike right now and didn't have a big budget I would buy an ST1100 - so much bike for the price they go for.

Thats an ABS one which seem to cost moonbeams if they go wrong.

[CRM]

I was talking to a customer, he was telling me about a ride with a friend and thinking about buying a bike (he was on friend's wife's BMW 650 for the ride) and wanting a bigger bike. I suggested an ST1100 as a lot of bike for a pretty cheap price.
Now he tells be that he was looking at a listing for an ST1100 going for $3,750 that he is thinking of taking a look at.

If I was buying a bike right now and didn't have a big budget I would buy an ST1100 - so much bike for the price they go for.

Absolutely http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=803883061 :Punk:

[CRM]

The auction on my ST1100 closes on Thursday - anyone wanting to get into touring couldn't go wrong with this - reserve is $3600 which is just a silly giveaway for all the bike you are getting. Auction is here if you are interested. Really happy to answer any questions. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=810626804

[Old Steve]

I've been riding my ST1100 for a little under 2 years now, 2000 ST110PY - ex police with the extra switches on both handles and the Police spot lights on bars under the mirrors. Previous owner had a 12V lighter socket fitted in to the left hand side box. Paid $4000 for it, 120,000 km on the clock, wanted a cheap bike for the couple of years I'll be here in tropical QLD. I've replaced the standard screen with one 80 mm taller, it's effective, sometimes over the summer I find myself leaning my body into the corner to get a bit more breeze around the side of the screen for extra cooling.

Great bike, I thought of lowering the seat but have put up with only having the balls of my feet on the ground. Wife started pillioning when I got the ST1100, she has hip problems but we got her an airhawk seat pad and she loves riding pillion. Got a pair of SENA SHR10 comms units and we chat away all the time as we wend our way through the cane fields.

Topped up the fuel on Saturday, she'd done 380 km and took exactly 19.0 Litres, that's 5.0 L/100 km, 20 km/L or 56 mpg, and she uses ULP91. No reserve, but a low fuel light comes on with about 50 km to go (don't rely on my figures here, this is only an estimation). I've done trips of 400 km or so and no problems with the butt, the bike's got an aftermarket seat on it though.

The ST1100 was designed as a cross continent tourer, able to cruise at 180 km/hr. Top speed is supposed to be 220 km/hr, I've had mine up to 200 km/hr and it's rock steady. I have scraped the pegs a few times, on off camber corners, otherwise there's tons of ground clearance. Stature is great, just a slight lean forward, but you can slide slightly forward on the seat if needed. Great turn in, and very confident handling.

I've just fitted a new front tyre, replaced the tire that was on the bike when I bought her 20,000 km ago. Fitted a Pirelli AngelGT, others I know fit Michelin Road Pilot 4s if they can get them or Road Pilot 3s if they can't. I think the book recommends 39 psi front and 43 psi back, I have a small right angle adapter (vital for checking the ST's tires) and check the pressures before every ride (the newish Angel GT has just seated in and stopped losing a couple of psi over a week - after about 1000 km) and pump them both up to 43 psi. Best way to check the rear tire is to take the right hand pannier off, right angled adapter on, and use one of those linear bar tire gauges.

For info and help try OZ ST Owners Club forums http://ozstoc.com.au/index.php