Tanshanomi's Snap Judgments

Honda Hurricane 1000

Wed, June 9th, 2010


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1987-99 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane
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The Hurricane was more powerful than the CB1000 naked version that shared its basic motor, but less satisfying overall thanks to its top-end power bias.
Handlingwww.dyerware.comwww.dyerware.comwww.dyerware.comwww.dyerware.comwww.dyerware.com
It was no shabby handler, but it was undeniably heavy, which in the end can never be completely compensated for. The later models have those awful interconnected brakes.
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The original '87-'88 bodywork was cutting-edge at the time. Now it looks mild, yet utterly distinctive in a good way. Later revisions are forgettable looking.
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Hurricanes were not exactly Swiss watches, but despite sometimes imprecise assembly, they held together well.
Practicalitywww.dyerware.comwww.dyerware.comwww.dyerware.comwww.dyerware.comwww.dyerware.com
The 1000 Hurricane was one of the last supersports bikes that was comfortable enough for use as a long-distance tourer.
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The 1000 Hurricane is like a friendly St. Bernard...Enjoyable to meet once in a while, but not something I want to own.
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Good bike, but ultimately unexciting.