Do I need to get a 700SC???

[Jcota750]

I love my 91 Nighthawk but god does the 700SC or S look beautiful. So what do y'all think should I look into getting one, love it feel much different than my 750 or just look into different brand in general (was thinking about an older bmw). Keeping the Nighthawk regardless of what decision I make.

[Larry Fine]

Almost any Honda will be more reliable and easier to maintain than almost any BMW.

When I'm riding, I'd rather be saying, "This is great!" than, "At least it's running."

[Pete in PA]

I chose a 91-2003 over a mid 80's NH due to being newer, built longer, internal engine improvements, etc. even though I owned an 83 brand new.

A few years ago I checked out a few 650 NH's and decided against it.

I'm glad with my choice.

[Jcota750]

Almost any Honda will be more reliable and easier to maintain than almost any BMW.

When I'm riding, I'd rather be saying, "This is great!" than, "At least it's running."

Good point!

[Willie]

According to Google maps, you're about 5 hrs from my location. You're more than welcome to take mine for a ride if you are ever in the area. FWIW, I really like the looks of the '91 750 too but prefer the 700S.

[Bob H]

... god does the 700SC or S look beautiful.

I no longer care what a bike looks like (to some extent, as long as it is not a piece of garbage).
It is human nature to want a different motorcycle, or woman... but honestly it is better to maintain what we have.

The last few years, I really focus on the ride, and improving my skills.
Started doing parking lot drills, figure 8's - improving my slow speed U-turns.

Also consciously aware of counter-steering to place the bike where I want it. Quick stop braking, etc.

That focus keeps me from wasting hours on Craig's list or Marketplace, or falling prey to modern marketing of the latest and greatest.

[mollusc]

Almost any Honda will be more reliable and easier to maintain than almost any BMW.

When I'm riding, I'd rather be saying, "This is great!" than, "At least it's running."

I never had the problem of "at least it's running" with my BMW.  The ergonomics were the problem.  Every single time I got on it, the position felt strange, even if I had just got off.

If you're interested in long-distance riding, I wouldn't get a 700S.  They're not too fantastic for that purpose.  They need to be maintained so if you don't know much about the history, you might be getting a lemon.  Steering can be heavy if you're used to a newer bike.  But damn, it's a smile machine.

[Larry Fine]

For a long distance Honda that's also twisty-road capable, my #1 pick is what I own two of: the ST1100. I have a '96 and an '01.



(Not my pic)

[Jcota750]

Well fellas I was expecting y'all to say hell yeah we love the old Nighthawks hahaha I really appreciate the words of advice hadn't thought of the st1100s not a bad idea. As far as BMWs its between a K100 or a R1150RT. Good point though I can only handle about 5 hours max on the current Nighthawk and I am pretty young so something more comfortable makes since and I'll still have my Night for town travel. As far as maintenance I am pretty adapt with most things. Once again thank you all.

[Larry Fine]

This is not to say that a Nighthawk can't serve as a long-distance/touring bike.

This is my '96 CB750ST, with a Windjammer 5 and K&G Engineering luggage:

I had a Rooster on it before this. It still handles the mountain curves quite well.

[Jcota750]

Very clean