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In the new September issue of Motorcyclist magazine they do cruiser comparison with the CTX1300 and the Star V Star 1300. I didn't see the article online, but maybe they will post it later.
The V Star is a very conventional Harley clone. They appreciate that it is well executed and delivers exactly what is expected. They are confused by the CTX, however. They applaud Honda's bravery but can't determine who they are marketing to and speculate that it may be a well engineered product looking for an audience.
As a relatively new motorcyclist (4 years) I don't really understand the need to fit all bikes into categories. I have tended to favor Standard style bikes, but have been frustrated by the lack of bikes in between categories-- like a mid-size Standard bike with touring features. The CTX is the closest match I found (although I wish it was 100 lbs. lighter.)
What do you guys think of the categorization obsession? Am I missing something?
The V Star is a very conventional Harley clone. They appreciate that it is well executed and delivers exactly what is expected. They are confused by the CTX, however. They applaud Honda's bravery but can't determine who they are marketing to and speculate that it may be a well engineered product looking for an audience.
As a relatively new motorcyclist (4 years) I don't really understand the need to fit all bikes into categories. I have tended to favor Standard style bikes, but have been frustrated by the lack of bikes in between categories-- like a mid-size Standard bike with touring features. The CTX is the closest match I found (although I wish it was 100 lbs. lighter.)
What do you guys think of the categorization obsession? Am I missing something?