I'm sorry. I've never felt handicapped because I didn't have abs. The B has the best brakes of any bike I've ever owned.
I'm sorry. I've never felt handicapped because I didn't have abs. The B has the best brakes of any bike I've ever owned.
I kinda think that some of the potential buyers for your bike were using these issues as an excuse of sorts...I have never ever had any braking issues with my 2013 deluxe and never had any reason to use cruise control...I guess some feel these extras are necessary otherwise Ma Honda would probably not have put them on newer models...In any event, glad you sold your bike and I hope you enjoy the full wing....Regards
Last edited by opas ride; 07-11-2019 at 09:13 AM.
My Wing has ABS, don't miss it (as of yet anyway) on the B. Would rather it did have it, but not a deal killer for me.
I guess the over-arching thing here, as represented by several posts, is: don't panic.
Maybe that's easier for me to say than most, being a 20 year military helicopter test pilot with over 170 combat missions.
Maybe I'm full of sh*t.
But I firmly believe that anytime you allow your brain to "permit panic", you are inviting unwanted variables.
Assuming an average IQ & physical fitness....muscle memory, perfect practice, and repetition of proper techniques will save your adrenaline filled, panic stricken brain better than technology.
Cheers,
Steve
Last edited by 53driver; 07-12-2019 at 09:18 AM.
According to Pirsig, "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" Quality is made up from two approaches, Classic & Romantic.
The Classic approach takes the underlying form and derives Quality from a very scientific perspective.
The Romantic view looks at the whole entity and derives Quality from the overall effect on the individual.
Some people like to be in complete control of everything.
Others are content with chosen aspects of their 'everything' relegated to some sort of automation.
This goes to everything from riding, to cooking, to purchasing almost anything, to paying taxes.
It's not that one way is superior, or even better, it's just the way we choose to think.
Cheers,
Steve
PS - as a first born son & aircraft pilot, I have learned that I am a controller. I need to be in charge of everything that affects me.
How do I "control" the paying taxes gig? I vote, and I delegate that process to my wife who really enjoys numbers.
My girls:
Isleen - 2014 F6BD
Saorla - 1995 FLSTN Heritage Special
"Politeness, n: The most acceptable hypocrisy."
Ambrose Bierce
I'm pretty sure that's what I said Steve. I'm not the great orator that you are but I try. I do respect other peoples opinion and their right to do it their way.
Never owned a bike with abs. Can't miss what you don't have. You can't replace skill and ability with electronics. If you think you can't lose the front with abs , you're wrong. Being aware of the conditions and making changes accordingly will make a difference. You've changed everything about your ride staking your well being on abs. It's not the end all answer to adverse conditions and situations.