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Offline Old Steve

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Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« on: July 24, 2014, 04:18:24 PM »
I just feel the philosophy behind the design brief of the F6B must've been something like the original design briefs for the ST1100 and the ST1300.  I see it as a Sports Tourer rather than a stripped full tourer.

The F6B is probably closer to the ST's than anything else.  Guessing that the ST1300 doesn't have much longer, what is it 12 years old, then don't F6B owners deserve a spot in here.

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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #1 on: July 24, 2014, 04:22:38 PM »
As a"youn un" here, I'd be happy with the addition of the F6B.  I'd happily choose it as my upgrade to the ST..
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #2 on: July 24, 2014, 04:29:51 PM »
Honda F6B owners have their own quite active forum at the following:
http://hondaf6b.com/forum.php

Personally, I see the F6B as a Heavy Cruiser with touring options,  and not as a  Tourer or Sports Tourer.   
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #3 on: July 24, 2014, 04:50:22 PM »
Hi Old Steve

I believe the only requirement to be a part of the forum is that the person has an appreciation of the AWESOME Honda ST :grin

So if you or anyone gets a F6B they are quite welcome to be a part of the forum (although the info here is aimed at the ST) :thumbsup

I'm sure some of the mods will be along soon to clarify this further :thumbs
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #4 on: July 24, 2014, 06:05:31 PM »
Quote from: Old Steve on July 24, 2014, 04:18:24 PM
The F6B is probably closer to the ST's than anything else.  Guessing that the ST1300 doesn't have much longer, what is it 12 years old, then don't F6B owners deserve a spot in here.

Nah.  It's too ugly. 
They've got their own forum, or they could become wannabee Goldwingers.
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #5 on: July 25, 2014, 12:00:09 PM »
Yep.
Three have got the same engine.
Four are the best colour.
Four have got the same headlight/front cowl.
Some are plug ugly.

I could write a short essay about Club Membership, but suffice it to say it's a Honda ST Forum populated by true believers who are here because of their choice of motorcycle.

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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #6 on: November 06, 2014, 07:49:10 PM »
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #7 on: November 06, 2014, 08:07:55 PM »
Surfice to say  :popcorn
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #8 on: November 06, 2014, 09:22:18 PM »
Holey moley!  The thing is 10 months old with 6 thou on the clock, and it's dropped $8000, disregarding the extras he's added, including rim insurance.
Can't be much demand for them.     :o

Imagine how cheap a black one would be if that's all you can ask for a red one!!!
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #9 on: November 06, 2014, 09:47:27 PM »
All of a sudden, I like Streaks gold bits...

That looks terrible
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #10 on: November 07, 2014, 07:24:38 AM »
Holy... don't let Kev see that...

Also why so much wasted storage... seems strange

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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #11 on: November 07, 2014, 08:42:01 PM »
Quote from: Marcus on November 07, 2014, 07:24:38 AM
Holy... don't let Kev see that...

Also why so much wasted storage... seems strange




Gas strut would most likely be stronger than the pissant crimped nylon cord that busted the first month.  The Honda dealer reckoned it wouldn't survive a warranty claim.  Not that I was serious, just wanted to make a point that this wasn't good enough on a $25K bike.
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #12 on: November 08, 2014, 10:22:29 AM »
Quote from: Biggles on July 25, 2014, 12:00:09 PM
Yep.
Three have got the same engine.
Four are the best colour.
Four have got the same headlight/front cowl.
Some are plug ugly.

I could write a short essay about Club Membership, but suffice it to say it's a Honda ST Forum populated by true believers who are here because of their choice of motorcycle.


Surely there's got to be allowances made for Ex ST pilots
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #13 on: November 08, 2014, 01:59:58 PM »
Quote from: Brian on November 08, 2014, 10:22:29 AM
Surely there's got to be allowances made for Ex ST pilots

There might be a case made for those getting a Goldwing,- at least it isn't an ugly wannabe cruiser.     :think1
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #14 on: November 09, 2014, 08:52:55 PM »
Take your top box off the ST13 and you've basically got yourself a 'bagger ' i love 'em and would relish a ride on one someday.

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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #15 on: November 10, 2014, 06:46:32 PM »
I just rode an F6B for 3 weeks through California and Nevada in the US and fell in love with the bike. Effortless power, and comfortable , there were a few draw backs, small storage capacity for such a big bike and a windscreen that was not adjustable electronically.
I have to say I still like the look of the Gold Wing and the extras you get with it, but totally enjoyed the F6B
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #16 on: November 10, 2014, 08:13:09 PM »
Well, some one liked it enough... :wht11
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #17 on: November 19, 2014, 03:10:24 PM »
Breaking news in today's AMM.
The F6B gets reverse gear.
Hold me back!!!

 Wot thuh
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #18 on: November 19, 2014, 03:30:28 PM »
Quote from: Biggles on November 19, 2014, 03:10:24 PM
Breaking news in today's AMM.
The F6B gets reverse gear.
Hold me back!!!

 Wot thuh

I'm surprised it didn't have it before as it's a standard 'wing feature.......the same as the electric centre stand on the 1800
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #19 on: July 12, 2015, 11:04:19 PM »
Quote from: Biggles on November 19, 2014, 03:10:24 PM
Breaking news in today's AMM.
The F6B gets reverse gear.
Hold me back!!!

 Wot thuh
The 40th Anniversary model also gets cruise control
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #20 on: July 13, 2015, 07:11:49 PM »
Quote from: alans1100 on November 19, 2014, 03:30:28 PM
Quote from: Biggles on November 19, 2014, 03:10:24 PM
Breaking news in today's AMM.
The F6B gets reverse gear.
Hold me back!!!

 Wot thuh

I'm surprised it didn't have it before as it's a standard 'wing feature.......the same as the electric centre stand on the 1800
Theres an electric centre stand ? Mines a luxury and it hasnt got one
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Re: Honda F6B - Do it's owners belong on here
« Reply #21 on: July 13, 2015, 08:40:48 PM »
Quote from: Brian on July 13, 2015, 07:11:49 PM
Quote from: alans1100 on November 19, 2014, 03:30:28 PM

I'm surprised it didn't have it before as it's a standard 'wing feature.......the same as the electric centre stand on the 1800

Theres an electric centre stand ? Mines a luxury and it hasnt got one
I'm not where I read that. It's quite possible I misread something related to this on another site. It can be inferred that by using "retro-fit" that the person was designing something for an earlier model that was a newer model. http://gl1800riders.com/forums/showthread.php?252618-Electric-center-stand-development
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