Honda offered the CB1100 in the US from 2013 to 2018, a retro-styled air-cooled inline-four standard motorcycle built as a modern interpretation of the original CB750. Using a 1,140cc DOHC air-cooled inline-four with PGM-FI fuel injection and a six-speed transmission, the CB1100 targeted experienced riders seeking a classically styled UJM (Universal Japanese Motorcycle) with modern reliability. The EX variant added wire-spoked wheels and a different seat. All CB1100 parts at Sun Coast Cycle Sports in Odessa, Florida are pulled from identified donor bikes and listed with individual photographs.
CB1100 generation and parts compatibility
| Variant | US years | Key details |
|---|
| CB1100 | 2013-2014 | Base model. Cast alloy wheels, standard seat, chrome fenders. |
| CB1100 DLX | 2014 | Deluxe trim with additional chrome accents. Mechanically identical to base. |
| CB1100 EX | 2017-2018 | Wire-spoked wheels, different seat, restyled exhaust, revised suspension settings. Same engine. |
The CB1100's 1,140cc engine, steel double-cradle frame, and core mechanical components are the same across all US model years (2013-2018). Engine parts, electrical components, brake system, and most chassis hardware interchange freely. The primary distinction is between the base/DLX (cast wheels) and the EX (wire-spoked wheels): wheel assemblies, tires, and brake rotors are not interchangeable between cast and spoked variants. The EX also has a different exhaust and seat. The CB1100 engine is unique to this model and does not share internal components with any other Honda motorcycle. It is not related to the CB1000R's engine (which is CBR-derived), the CB750 Nighthawk's engine, or any other Honda inline-four.
Common CB1100 failure points and replacement parts
Cam chain tensioner noise: The air-cooled inline-four can develop CCT rattle on cold starts at higher mileage, consistent with other Honda inline-fours. Replacement tensioners are available.
Exhaust header discoloration and corrosion: The chrome exhaust headers are prone to bluing and discoloration from heat, particularly on the inner cylinders. This is cosmetic rather than structural, but clean replacement headers are a sought-after used part.
Voltage regulator/rectifier: The standard Honda R/R failure pattern applies. Heat-related failure causing charging issues. Aftermarket MOSFET replacements are the standard upgrade.
The CB1100 has no NHTSA recalls and is generally regarded as extremely reliable. Its air-cooled, carb-inspired design (with actual fuel injection) was engineered for simplicity and longevity.
Commonly replaced CB1100 parts
- Exhaust headers (discoloration)
- Cam chain tensioner
- Regulator/rectifier
- Chrome fenders (scratch and corrosion)
- Brake pads
- Chain and sprockets
- Mirrors and levers
- Seat (comfort upgrades)
Frequently asked questions
Q: Do CB1100 and CB1100 EX parts interchange?
The engine, frame, electrical system, and most chassis components are identical. The differences are the wheels (cast alloy on the base vs wire-spoked on the EX), exhaust system, seat, and minor suspension tuning. If your component is not wheel, exhaust, or seat related, it will fit either variant.
Q: Is the CB1100 engine related to any other Honda inline-four?
No. The CB1100's 1,140cc air-cooled DOHC inline-four is a standalone design built specifically for this model. It shares no internal components with the CBR-derived engines (CBR1000RR, CB1000R), the CB750 Nighthawk engine, or any previous Honda air-cooled four. It was designed as a modern, fuel-injected evolution of the classic Honda four-cylinder concept but is not mechanically derived from any predecessor.
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