Honda PCX150 on the Highway? // 102 MPG Eco Commuter!

[@REZrblde]

My awe for scooters and small displacement bikes in general definitely increased after i discovered your channel lol. Easy and comfortable to ride,storage provided,economical as heck,easy to maintain,and they have a good public image generally(especially the Hondas,people seem to love cute little Hondas for some reason,even the non bike enthusiasts)

[@amiedoll60]

I have a PCX, and everyone stops me to talk about it, they all seem very impressed. It is a beautiful bike, and so comfy. I just love it.

[@brandoncomer6492]

I'll never understand why more people don't drive these around that live in bigger cities in the US. They're super cheap, easy to drive, get a billion miles to the gallon, and are super convenient for parking and navigating traffic.

[@EAZIIMAN]

Genuine question: but would it not be just like getting stuck in traffic but with scooters if everyone has one? I'm thinking about getting one (a scooter) because I'm living in houston and would want not to get stuck in traffic with the other cars😂

[@brandoncomer6492]

@@EAZIIMAN Lane splitting and filtering was made illegal in Texas last September, so legally you have to behave like a car in traffic

[@XBarajasX]

​@@brandoncomer6492 well that sux, staying in the heat and sun with no advantage. Just conform with the economics

[@jerrybrady9103]

Enjoy your vids. I have been research ing scooters and after watching several of your adventures have settled on the PCX 160

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy, Jerry, and thanks for the feedback! The PCX160 looks like a great scoot. I'm hoping that we see the new ADV160 here in the USA next year. If that happens, then I'll probably upgrade my PCX150 to that; otherwise, I might trade up for the PCX160 to get the upgraded engine and digital dash. I'm really hoping that we get the ADV350 here in the States, but that's a long shot... keeping my fingers crossed! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@DeanStLouis-uh7np]

Hey Quasi, thanks for another vid with the PCX. You really need to consider acquiring a FORZA for your collection. Because there aren't any quality maintenance videos on UA-cam for me to learn from! Thanks for the City Grip 2 review, I'm planning on picking up a set soon and run them for SCB and an extra set for backup. Be safe and stay hydrated!🍺

[@stephaniemusick171]

Always fun to share your commute. I’ve been riding the Super Cub to my “retirement” job, (four days a week RSO at a shooting range). We’re in monsoon season here so I chicken out and drive when the T-storms are a high probability. The last .7 mile on the commute and the fist .7 mile on the way home is a washboarded gravel road that gets very sketchy if it rains. It’s always more fun and much better fuel economy if I can ride.

[@grominwithrob1339]

I just finished a 170 mile ride on the ADV150 yesterday. I averaged a hair over 138 MPG!

[@QuasiMotard]

What was your average speed across that trip? 138 MPG is fantastic! If I keep my PCX150's speeds below 50 MPH, then it usually averages 115-125 MPG; speeds below 45 MPH can yield ~130 MPG. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@grominwithrob1339]

About 90 miles at 55 and 80 miles of mixed city. Half trip into 16mph head wind and other half with 16mph tailwind.

[@christophermorin9036]

If your sight glass gets cloudy, you can clear it up by rubbing it strongly with toothpaste and baking soda on a sponge. That will remove the oxidized layer of plastic, then you can rinse it off with water, dry it, and then weather seal it with a chapstick to prevent it from clouding up again for a while. Just make sure to buff the glass good after chapsticking it to so that the wax doesn't just cloud the sightglass again.

[@royromero8496]

Appreciate you you are for real ,common sense applied regularly I just purchased a bmw c400gt ,I also own a honda adv 150 which I am very proud of it's asweet spot in my life so smooth and a kymco 2018 150 like that started it all ! Watched you for along time looking forward to more content on your vlog thank you and God bless!!

[@kbac7778]

Got to love that MPG!!! Safe travels!!!

[@BoomboxMike1]

I’m impress of how fast the PCX-150 goes. Reaching 70mph very impressive.😁

[@jstllucky]

Probably talking for something like 62 - 63 actually miles but still, 100mpg..u can't bit that!

[@QuasiMotard]

​@@jstllucky The speed shown in the overlay is from GPS telemetry, so those are real-time speeds displayed in the video . The PCX's speedometer is accurate within 0.5 mph at 65 mph (actual is 64.5 mph). The Dr.Pulley performance variator and slider weights that I have in this scooter give it a GPS-verified 72-74 mph under most cases, and up to 78-79 mph before hitting the factory rev-limiter under ideal circumstances (e.g., downhill or with a tail wind behind me). 😉👍 --QM

[@jstllucky]

​​@@QuasiMotardwow that applies in all bikes in the states? Talking about the difference in between actual and indicated speed.
In EU we have a 6 to 12 present difference depence on the brand and the category of the bike.
Thanks for the detailed answer!
Greetings from Greece!

[@user-vo8zz9sb7x]

What oz rollers are u using in ur pcx

[@QuasiMotard]

@@user-vo8zz9sb7xThis 2015 PCX150 has been upgraded with a Dr.Pulley performance variator and 13g Dr.Pulley sliders. Those two upgrades raised the top speed from the original 62-63 mph (rev-limited) to 72-74 mph (drag-limited). The economy also improved about 12-15% for highway cruising at a sustained 60 mph, from the original ~96 MPG up to ~115 MPG average. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@Lincolnator721]

I got a ADV 150. Rode it 100 miles round trip a few days ago. I got my butt hurting like crazy when I got off of it. I'm building muscle riding it. Hopefully riding it more will help prevent butt hurt in the future 😂

[@yoppyirwan9247]

Change the seat leather with yamaha leather its improve alot
And adjust the handle bar with ur riding position

[@mrwoofus]

Always enjoy your videos. Quality of content and production are top notch! Have been looking around for something I can ride to and from work and noticed this video. Then I find out you're going to be in my neighborhood this weekend! :). I'm about 45 minutes away from Peevly, in Dittmer, MO. Enjoy your stay in MO and be sure to wave on your way by. :)

[@tomwagner6334]

Good stuff Quasi! With you 100 percent on Harleys. No thanks. 106 degrees with humidity. I’ll never bitch about hot days to you again😂

[@roywalls5595]

Thanks sharing this video Mr. Aaron! 🍺🍻

[@Visionery1]

I regularly get between 2.25 and 2.35l/100km on my 2012 PCX150, so around 100-104mpg.

[@harveywilde6781]

I've been wanting the PCX for the longest time. But alas, my current situation in life meant I couldn't support it financially. Yes, technically, I could finance it and pay it in installments. But within the next few months, I know that my life will be turbulent. So I cave in and decided to buy a used Yamaha Lexi instead. It's just barely fit within my budget so that I could buy it outright.
The deal hasn't been done yet, I'm still hoping to find a used 2018 model PCX or maybe even a 2015 model, but those are rare here. Maybe one day....
Sorry that this turns out to be a sob story, I just feel that I had to get it out.

[@scruf153]

a lot of people say scooters are a joke or a poor mans ride this day and age there are a lot of poor people PCX150 and a E bike you can not go wrong about $6,000 for both vs $41,000 for a car

[@MotoMuscleChick]

Very nice indeed. 102 mpg. My Chinese scooter, I'm breaking in only has a gas tank size of .9 gallons. Lol. I am hoping to upgrade the to the PCX 150, as you know I love.

[@QuasiMotard]

Ooof... 0.9 gallons ain't much... that's the same capacity as my Honda Navi. Does your scoot have fuel-injection, or is it carbureted? --QM

[@MotoMuscleChick]

@@QuasiMotard it has a carburetor unfortunately, so just like your Navi. I wish it was fuel injected. Yeah .9 gallons isn't much at all, but it is great for around town, even though I need pure gas (no ethanol and works better at 93 grade than even 91 grade which is hard to find. I like that Honda has certified 87 grade motors even with ethanol.

[@natester1064]

I wish we could get a 300cc model in the US.

[@AgingJerk]

Check out the Honda Forza 300. I have a 2016 Red Honda Forza and it rules! I'm a pretty big dude so i average about 60mpg but it can cruise on the interstate at 75-85mph no problem! I love mine.

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

I like the way that scooter looks a lot. If it had a flat floor I would have gotten one

[@hermanstokbrood]

Then it wouldn't have those looks. Buy the sh150.

[@guyallphin1295]

Thanks for the video!

[@The_Slowcar_Channel]

Saw you guys the other day at the clarksville ar autozone and really loved the idea of a scooter road trip. And would love to attempt a trip on the Honda Navi

[@TyeWills]

I wish I was free the end of this week. I’d scoot from Kansas City over for the race. I’d be a 6 hour day. Not too bad.

[@jacks1bonnielass]

Bought my *2022 ADV150* back in April. I LOVE MY SCOOT, BUT here are a few things that bug me:
• We have a 4-lane highway between towns that I frequent with a 65mph speed limit. I’m always paranoid/uncomfortable whilst riding the 4-lane because I’m at 100% throttle going 63-65, so I’m constantly checking my mirrors to ensure I’m not gonna get plowed down.
• NO WIND PROTECTION! Seriously Honda, what were you thinking putting such a useless wind screen on the ADV?! If the winds blowing even 10mph, expect to get blown all over the road bc the ADV isn’t heavy. I’m not a heavy chick so it’s frustrating.
*I’m trading it in next year for the *PCX 160* !!
I need the extra boost on the highways & I’m sure
I’ll install a new wind screen. I get 83MPG with my ADV, like I said I love it, but there’s a few things I’d change! The PCX160 can go up to 75-78mph (according to my friend who has one) & that’s the power I’m looking for!

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed... all very good points! I touched on most of those during my ADV150 vs PCX150 comparison video last year: ua-cam.com/video/zZBtuv_xmo4/v-deo.html . Kevin upgraded several items on that ADV150, including the windscreen and the variator, so he has better top speed and economy now.
You might want to research the new ADV160 that reportedly coming to the USA next year. It has the new 160cc 4-valve engine, and slightly revised ergonomics (e.g., narrower center/waist, wider leg shield, revised handlebar position, and a lower seat height). I'm still hoping that the ADV350 will eventually come to the USA, but I'll probably upgrade my PCX to the ADV160 while I wait. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@jacks1bonnielass]

@@QuasiMotard
I should’ve watched it before I bought my ADV 😂
I feel silly now! But that’s ok. She’s a good one, I’ve just already outgrown her in the few months I’ve had her.
And thanks for the ADV160 heads up! Wow I may have to trade mine for that one then, I just love the sleek look of the ADV over the PCX, plus I’m getting my money’s worth out of the Showa shocks since the roads around here are garbage 🤣
Anyway thanks Quasi!!! Love your stuff 🥰

[@MinhVu-in9iz]

@@jacks1bonnielass pcx160 is not meant for highway riding, you’ll need something 200cc or more to handle that speed comfortably, his pcx is modified to hit those speed, safe ride!! I got a burgman 200 so I can ride highway.

[@mprime6807]

I have a '21 PCX with the Puig windshield installed. Looks like I'm going to do the variator mod as I'm getting around 80mpg on the freeway with a top out around 67 before hitting the limiter. Mileage off the freeway is around 100.

[@kartikshankar5790]

My thought was considering the rising fuel prices and in terms of safety as well, why can't they reduce the speed limit to 55 miles per hour. I guess the roads would be a lot safer and people could save lots more of money. I am sure you would still reach the destination on time.😊

[@derekb4092]

You can drive at 55 if you want to use less fuel and have plenty of time, the rest of us can do 85 or more. We reach our destination in less time. Its good to have the choice and freedom to ride either way.

[@zedcharlie]

Those deflector s work well. Think you would be better off with the mra with 2 black clips either side. The ones with the big alloy clamp in the middle work but the weight on that screen I think will make it flap about a lot. Unless it is a really firm screen of course. 👍 Had one on Africa twin and now on xmax300. Best angle about 10/20 degree nearer vertical than screen. You can fiddle on the move . Apologies if you know all this already 👍

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy! I like the MRA X-Creen, but they are really spendy! The National Cycle screen that I have on this scoot is quite thick and rigid, so I'm hoping that the single mounting point will be stable enough. The price was right on that cheapie from Amazon... $30 was a lot easier to spend than $130+! 😉👍 --QM

[@zedcharlie]

@@QuasiMotard I had one but upgraded. Respect the mileage you do on cub/ scoots. In England you get looked down on by some bikers. But it's probably worse in the states? A lot of ego.s on big bikes. My biggest bike now is 500 bullet. Fastest is the 300 max!

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed... we have tons of those big-ego-little-schwanz riders here in the States, too! 🤣 Everything always seems to be "bigger + faster = better" in everybody's minds these days. I enjoy slowing down and enjoying the scenery on my journeys rather than racing to the other end.
I wonder if the EU/UK tiered licensing structure has something to do with the ego and condescension toward smaller bikes/scoots. Small bikes are deemed to be learner machines saddled by newbies that haven't "earned their wings" yet... dunno. We don't have a tiered licensing structure here in the States, but we still have plenty of egomaniacal riders on "real bikes" that look down upon anything smaller or slower than whatever they're piloting.
The truth about many of those "real bike" riders is that they don't REALLY ride that much. Those large machines are more expensive to operate and maintain than little bikes. I'll burn more miles on my small bikes and scoots in a month than most riders will cover in years on their bigger bikes. Oh, well... it's their loss... small bikes are more fun! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@zedcharlie]

@@QuasiMotard When I got a vespa first ride I did I was nodding at bikes and most ignored me. Had 3 people I know actually swearing at me for buying one. Of course none of them have ridden one. On the xmax more wave. Look like a pan euro I reckon. Usually they go to a quiet place to commit suicide when they realise its a scoot. 🙄😆 Bloody love the max. Still want a geared bike or 3 as well. But if I could only keep one it would be max due to practicality and superb cvt. Had a pcx125 for a year during lockdown. Brand new £2395. Sold after a year to London dealer for £2400. Could.nt get them new then due to covid. Result 👍

[@ronaldcontino1600]

I AM 6FT. TALL @ 180LBS. To improve the ride and handling I had to reduce the recommended tire pressures for my PCX150 by 6psi.

[@nikandbdog]

Considering the PCX150 or a supercub for next spring. I have a 50cc I will be selling. I'm hoping my local Honda dealer has both on hand for me to try out.

[@bobwaterfield7222]

After watching your comparison Vid of the PCX/ADV, I bought a 2022 ADV. I am very pleased with it. Taller wind screen, Top box and side cases for those grocery trips. You mention your friend did some upgrades to his ADV. Id like to get better economy when in the 55-60MPH range. The scoot will maintain those speed no problem, but ECO drops to 85-90 MPG. I usually am on back roads

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback, and congrats on your new ADV150! Kevin (@ExcelsiorDDZ) didn't make a video for his Yuminashi variator install. You can find his UA-cam channel here: ua-cam.com/users/ExcelsiorDDZ . I'll ask him if he has any specifics about that kit... if so, then I'll reply back here again. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

I can probably do like 15 -20 second no footers on my ruckus, that should be a competition lol..I actually think it is! Well maybe 10-15 seconds, 20 is kinda exaggerated lol

[@ZoahPorre]

Funny how someone tells you to buy a Harley after you own multiple Hondas..... Id be like, uh, no.

[@davestraight8219]

man scoots man eats

[@bsraeder]

I have a 2011 PCX with IRC tires which have a harder rubbber compound for longevity. Do the Michelin City Grips last just as long?

[@QuasiMotard]

Yes, the Michelin City Grip tires are excellent. I have over 7500 miles on my rear tire now after the Scooter Cannonball, and it still looks new... much more than 50% tread depth remaining. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@exoneer6036]

What mapping software overlay program is that? I love the data it provides while you commute!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! The telemetry is recorded by my GoPro camera and my Garmin Zumo GPS (when I'm riding with it). I use a third-party program called Telemetry Extractor ( goprotelemetryextractor.com/ ) to combine the GPS data and generate the gauge overlays. Everything is stitched together in Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@martini7800]

Make sure you never distract other road users.. for example with indicators. Good luck.😊

[@phxrsx]

Im getting 110-120 mpg consistently on my 2013 PCX

[@QuasiMotard]

If I keep my PCX150 on surface streets with speeds below 50 MPH, then it averages 115-125 MPG. Amazing little machines! 😉👍 --QM

[@aaron___6014]

can you hit 65mph on yours? How about with a headwind?

[@kevinhoward9593]

i might be getting the 2024 one.

[@QuasiMotard]

@kevinhoward9593 @kevinhoward9593 The new PCX160 with the 4-valve head is slightly more powerful, but it's noticeably less efficient. Many owners report fuel economy in the 75-85 mpg range, which is considerably lower than my PCX150's 100-120 mpg average.
However, the new PCX160's digital dash and smoother suspension are a welcome upgrade! You can see a brief ride review for the PCX160 that I did on a recent meet-up event: ua-cam.com/video/VJB65pnhHv0/v-deo.htmlm43s
Cheers, and good luck with your upcoming purchase! 😉👍 --QM

[@kevinhoward9593]

@@QuasiMotard anything is better than the Chinese crap I have.

[@kevinhoward9593]

@@QuasiMotard i need help cosigning for it. no one wants to though. might just pay to get my chinse junk scooter fixed.

[@horaciovaquera993]

Can you please share the camera, communication systems that you use, and the apps that show your videos in the screen please...?

[@QuasiMotard]

The equipment below is used for my touring and vlogging:
- SHOEI NeoTec II modular helmet: amzn.to/49sFlfu
- GoPro Hero 11: amzn.to/3uPlhoB
- GoPro USB microphone adapter: amzn.to/3Norpud
- Ulanzi G9-4 Vlogging Cage for GoPro Hero 9/10/11/12: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1606869-REG
- SUREWO Aluminum Helmet Chin Mount: amzn.to/3TnmSvE
- Cardo PackTalk EDGE helmet communicator: amzn.to/48tpSKY
The telemetry data for the HUD (heads up display) is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera and my Garmin Zumo GPS (when I'm riding with it). The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Overlay: goprotelemetryextractor.com/ .
I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. If you would like more detailed information, then send me an email at [e-mail] .
Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@coryk.9025]

Had the tallest windscreen and found the scooter a lot more fun to ride without it. The noise was real bad and I’m pretty tall too, but wasn’t worth it to me. Also putting a cover over it was a big pain.

[@MydailyNinja400]

What variator and sliders (brand and grams) did you get?

[@QuasiMotard]

This PCX150 is equipped with the Dr.Pulley performance variator and 13g sliders. It was a complete kit that I ordered directly from Dr.Pulley: drpulley.co/product/over-range-variator-kit-211501/ . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@MydailyNinja400]

@@QuasiMotard would this fit a 2022 Honda adv 150??

[@tomaszpakua2457]

I wish here in UK have the 155cc versions :)

[@dronepilot260rc]

I haven't been in the interstate yet on my bike maybe after I install a windscreen lol

[@hermanstokbrood]

Great fuel consumption. Of course the number on the dashboard is always optimistic. I would like to see the difference doing real figures. Filling it up with petrol and having Google maps calculating the distance. Some vehicle computers are 10% or more off.

[@SDrizzy]

ive found on my pcx 125 its nearly bang on in fairness

[@6fiddy309]

Silverwing..😳..?? Hey Quasi..👍👍🤣😂

[@QuasiMotard]

It's coming soon! I actually started tearing through it to drain the old fuel and to replace the front turn signal bulbs. I realized that I had about half of the front end disassembled and wasn't recording the adventure. So, I paused and will resume that project soon... hopefully this weekend. 😉👍 --QM

[@CatchFenceCori]

For SCBR23, have you considered carrying one of your spare rears with knobs and changing it out before the dakotas and Rockies?

[@QuasiMotard]

I don't think I would carry a knobby just for particular sections. The SCBR routes usually have a lot of gravel and off-road sections mixed throughout the itinerary, so there aren't dedicated sections that are long enough to benefit from a dedicated tire choice. I have considered changing my PCX150's tires over to a 80/20 trail tire for the entire 2023 SCBR run, but I'm not sure what's availble in the proper sizes.
The Michelin City Grip tires that we're running right now wear exceptionally well on the road (over 5K miles and still look new). Unfortunately, they really SUCK on gravel because they don't offer any grip at all over loose surfaces. You can watch some of that fun during my recent Texas Tiddlers Endurance run here: ua-cam.com/video/0AC_giCChTM/v-deo.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@Buffy-ip4io]

I just looked at a Honda scooter they told me is a pcx150. But the floor was open like a metropolitan. And I can't find it anywhere online. Do they make pcx's with both designs? Out the door is $5065 was told. Is that a ok deal?

[@QuasiMotard]

That sounds unusual, and it definitely would NOT be a PCX150. All PCX's have a tall center tunnel without a central floorboard. Maybe that dealer is showing you a Honda Ruckus scooter? Those have open/flat floorboards like the Metropolitan, and both have a 50cc engine.
If you are located somewhere outside of the USA, then the scooter you describe might be the Honda SH150i, which has a flat floorboard and larger 16" wheels: hondanews.eu/eu/fi/motorcycles/media/pressreleases/195829/2020-honda-sh150i-1
The MSRP for the 2023 PCX160 is $4649 after the freight and other fees, so $5065 OTD would be a reasonable price: powersports.honda.com/motorcycle/scooter/pcx
However, the MSRP for the Ruckus is only $3199 after freight and transport fees: powersports.honda.com/motorcycle/scooter/pcx . If that dealer is quoting a Ruckus, then they are WAY OVERPRICED. Good luck shopping! 😉👍 --QM

[@fattywithafirearm]

when yall do the cannonball and come through oklahoma i can try and meet yall a bit.

[@QuasiMotard]

Awesome... it'll be great to see you in person again! 😉👍 --QM

[@tomaszpakua2457]

Not bad not bad 😁

[@kanojoe1968]

Gsong GoPro model ? If so, have you had temp issues ? Thx for the content , stay vertical .... Houston wingnuts will keep you pivoting for sure ...

[@QuasiMotard]

This video was recorded with the GoPro Hero7 Black in 4K60. It had a tendency to overheat and lock up if I wasn't moving with air flowing past the camera. I recently upgraded to the Hero11 Black, and it has been much more stable at 4K60 with very few lockups due to overheating. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@kanojoe1968]

Thanks Quasi, have the H7 as well and i am currently in the PI and experienced the same issues. I asked because i used to live in Nort Houston ( Cutten Green ) area and Texas weather ( temp/humidity) aren't far off from my current local ...thx again STAY VERTICAL

[@masterofnone11]

QUESTION ! I'm getting a pcx with a little over 1000 miles on it. It looks mint and has been garage kept. How many miles do you think I can expect out of it ? Tough question I know lol

[@QuasiMotard]

Congrats on your upcoming PCX150!With proper care and maintenance, you can easily expect 40K+ miles out of these machines. There are plenty of owners in Europe and the UK that have posted crazy mileage figures on their bikes... well into the 80K range! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@masterofnone11]

@@QuasiMotard thanks so much ! Safe travels and keep up the great content !

[@sailor583]

Right Blinker stuck at the beginning of the ride.

[@QuasiMotard]

Yep, I hit it accidentally when I rounded the first corner and didn't cancel it until after I turned onto the main road. 😉👍

[@bvanpetten]

I am a new to you viewer. You mentioned you are getting higher speed with roller changes. What were those chances? Thanks again...

[@QuasiMotard]

I upgraded this PCX150 with the Dr.Pulley performance variator and Dr.Pulley 13g slider weights. The top speed increased from the factory 62-63 MPH (rev-limited) to 72-74 MPH (drag-limited). Fuel economy improved overall, but I need to be traveling under 55 MPH for the best efficiency... anything above 60 MPH causes the economy to drop off drastically. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@op3l]

Curious, is this all stock? My pcx 150 tops out about 113kph.

[@QuasiMotard]

This PCX150 was upgraded with a Dr.Pulley performance variator and 13-gram sliders. The sliders in the factory variator increased the top speed from 62-63 mph (100-102 kmh) to 67-68 mph (108-109 kmh) before hitting the ignition rev-limiter.
The Dr.Pulley variator and slider combination raised the top speed to 74-75 mph (119-121 kmh) without hitting the rev-limiter (drag limited). I felt the rev-limiter a few times when going downhill or with a tailwind above 78 mph (126 kmh). Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@thtan5324]

Will you be getting the Honda Dax ST125? Love to hear what you think about it.

[@QuasiMotard]

I will probably get the Dax if it comes to the USA. Otherwise, my next mini-moto will probably be the 2023 Grom 125... we'll see! 😉👍 --QM

[@Xander_Park]

I own a 2022 PCX 160. I'm here to let everyone know this scooter is NOT highway useful. I'm 5-10 and 175lbs and I'm barely reaching 62 or 63mph. This is a local commuter bike, riding comfortably at 50 or 55mph will be about it, otherwise you'll be full throttle trying to go faster only putting stain on the engine.

[@QuasiMotard]

It all depends on your comfort level. I just completed the 2023 Scooter Cannonball Run on this PCX150 back in June of this year. There were dozens of other Honda PCX's (150s and 160s) and ADV150's that completed the run with ZERO failures.
That adventure covered 6500+ miles of grueling highways and gravel roads in less than 2 weeks. My little PCX is still running like new. These machines can take a LOT of abuse! --QM

[@calgary2800]

I had a 17 pcx and think like you as well. It's OK for a few miles around 60 mph. More will not be good for the motor.

[@QuasiMotard]

@calgary2800 Well... different people have different expectations and comfort levels. That's why I always mention in my videos that my use cases aren't necessarily the mainstream.
As for not being "useful"... 🤔? A bunch of us crazy scooterers rode our PCX150/160's and ADV150's at wide-open throttle for 6500+ miles across the USA for the 2023 Scooter Cannonball Run. A few riders had CVT belt and variator failures along the way, but those were quick repairs, and we contnued to the finish: ua-cam.com/video/vjloXeZ7ot4/v-deo.html . 😉👍 --QM

[@calgary2800]

I just moved on to the Burgman 200 . It runs 65 mph just fine all day. More than that I don't want to on such small wheels. @@QuasiMotard

[@bvanpetten]

You mentioned windshield height. I was wondering how tall you are to determine how that sizing would work for me? Thx.

[@QuasiMotard]

I am 5'7" with a 30" inseam. The windscreen is just about 1-2" too short to be "perfect" for me, but anything higher than that would cause too much turbulence. I recently tried adding a laminar lip spoiler to the top of the windscreen to see if it would help. It did reduce turbulence at my helmet, but the bracket was too intrusive so I removed it: ua-cam.com/video/Ibgv-rGcmHY/v-deo.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@dinospumoni8860]

Quasi you want a support truck spot for the cannonball? I registered for the cannonball and got the support truck spot but due to some stuff it’s not in the cards.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks, Dino, but Adrian and I have already paid for the support truck slots. I'll ask around in the forums to see if anyone else needs to upgrade their spot.
Just curious... are you not going to be able to ride in the 2023 event at all, or you just don't need the support truck spot? Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@dinospumoni8860]

@@QuasiMotard not gonna be able to do it at all. Lots of issues to deal with. I was hoping to do it but once I started getting into the logistics of it. Cost of hotels, food, gas, prep, taking time off work, trying to figure out a way for someone to house sit and take care of the dog. A lot more goes into it than I realized beyond just the 8 days of riding. Maybe next time.

[@QuasiMotard]

@@dinospumoni8860 Sorry to hear that! That's why I try to motocamp as much as possible... it keeps the trip costs down to nearly nothing (not considering the lost income from not working).
The time spent riding to/from the event is another consideration that many participants overlook. My trip in 2023 will probably be 15-16 days. I'm also considering riding up to the 2023 Barber Small Bore Festival that's scheduled just before the Cannonball trip, so that would extend my total trip time by another 5-7 days... up to 23 days total. 😉👍 --QM

[@nalorim7613]

Hi Bro, Nice ride. Anyway, how do overlay your speedometer on the video?

[@QuasiMotard]

The telemetry is recorded by my GoPro camera and my Garmin Zumo GPS (when I'm riding with it). I use a third-party program called Telemetry Extractor ( goprotelemetryextractor.com/ ) to combine the GPS data and generate the gauge overlays. Everything is stitched together in Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@nalorim7613]

@@QuasiMotard Thank you a lot, bro. Really helpful

[@soprasvidigo8962]

İ love pcx ❤

[@damacknificent151]

I found that on my 1,000 mile pcx 2016 mpg is better between 30-45 miles per hour. I have stock small black wind screen. I don't want a tall wind screen as I don't highway the pcx, but maybe a bit smaller. What variator and weight combo you use? Mine bounce at 64mph.

[@QuasiMotard]

I currently have the Dr.Pulley performance variator with 14g Dr.Pulley sliders. My PCX150 settles in around 62-64 MPH and doesn't hit the rev-limiter at all with the upgraded variator components. I hit a drag-limited top speed of 71-73 MPH on flat ground (without headwinds or inclines), and I've only found the rev-limiter a few times at 78+ MPH going downhill. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@damacknificent151]

@@QuasiMotard do you have links to variator kit and weights or all you did? Or part numbers from a website?

[@forestadam8288]

which variators did you put on your PCX? and does it effect the engine over time in a negative way?

[@QuasiMotard]

This 2015 PCX150 has the Dr.Pulley performance variator with the stock rear pulley, spring, and clutch. Its top speed is 71-72 MPH (114-116 km/h). The OEM rear pulley spring maintains a near-stock RPM profile, so it doesn't take a hit on economy because the pulley and clutch allow lower RPM's most of the time.
My 2016 PCX150 that I just sold to Adrian has the NCY Super Transmission Kit with a performance variator, rear pulley, stiffer rear spring, and a performance clutch. Its top speed is 73-74 MPH (117-119 km/h) on flat ground. However, the NCY kit holds the engine RPM's higher all the time, so the fuel economy dropped about 10-15% compared to stock.
Otherwise, there are no negative impacts on engine performance or longevity. I've put a combined 8K miles on these variators without any problems. The Dr.Pulley variator has flipped its sliders a couple of times, but I think that's due to a weak rear pulley spring ( ua-cam.com/video/gz3CZIis54Y/v-deo.html ). That 2015 PCX has always had a problem with low RPM belt shudder/slap, so I plan to swap the rear pulley assembly to see if it's just a fluke. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@user-om7th9ll3i]

How do you get that scooter to run that fast? they Top out about about 65.

[@QuasiMotard]

This scoot has a Dr.Pulley performance variator and sliders installed in it. The original top speed was 62-63 MPH before hitting the factory rev-limiter, but the new variator pushes the top speed to 72-74 MPH (drag-limited, not hittingthe rev-limiter). Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@AsentrixYT]

Looks like a rough ride? 3:00 you can barely speak due to all the bumps and whatnot shooting up your spine and chest

[@DavidJones-wu4uk]

How tall a ride fit the 150 PCX

[@QuasiMotard]

I think riders up to about 6'2" could fit on the PCX150 comfortably. The floorboards offer plenty of legroom to stretch out, but the passenger step-up in the seat can be a nuisance for taller riders. Aftermarket seats are available that are more flat without that step-up, so taller riders might find a more comfortable solution. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@user-vo8zz9sb7x]

I'm 6 foot with a 32 inseam. Would the pcx be to small? Thank u

[@QuasiMotard]

The PCX should fit you well,, but you might find the seat a bit cramped on the older PCX150's. There is a hump or step-up behind the rider's area that might push against your tailbone. Many taller riders will modify the seat foam to give a flatter surface like a bench seat so they can scoot back... more leg room.
Otherwise, the ergonomics work very well for anyone between 5' 2" to around 6' 4". Larger riders would look like circus bears on tricycles. 😉👍 --QM

[@liana8551]

@@QuasiMotardhow about 4’11?

[@QuasiMotard]

@@liana8551 That might be a stretch for you... it really depends on your inseam length. I'm 5' 6" with a 29.5" inseam, and I can flat-foot one side while tip-toe on the other. Most riders only single-foot their bikes at a stop anyway, but it's comforting to be able to get either foot down (or both) at a stop for uneven pavement, crosswinds, etc.
My best advice for you would be to find a motorcycle shop with a PCX on the showroom so you can sit on it and see how it feels. If your reach is just a little bit too short, then you could look at aftermarket seats to lower the height an inch or two. The PCX isn't a heavy scooter, so single-footing it and scooching sideways on the seat to get a foot down isn't hard to do with just a bit of practice. I've done that trick on taller motorcycles and ADV bikes for decades. Good luck shopping, and I hope you find a good fit! 😉👍 --QM

[@jameshenry1729]

I have a 40 liter topcase I'm thinking about putting on my 2022 Pcx. Do you think that is to big. I'm also thinking about buying a 33 liter topcase to put on it . What do you think??

[@QuasiMotard]

I have the SHAD SH39 on my PCX150, and I think it fits perfectly. The 33L cases are a bit too small to hold a full-face helmet and a few extras. The 39L boxes hold just about everything I need... helmet, rain gear, extra gloves, laptop bag (without the helmet), lunch, etc. 😉👍 --QM

[@jameshenry1729]

@@QuasiMotard Thanks for your info. On my bigger bikes I've had 48 liters topcase's on them.

[@mprime6807]

I bought a 33 liter Givi C30 and have been very pleased with it. It looks like it fits the size of the scoot and I have enough room for my helmet and a few extras to spare (it's a matter of preference).

[@zeommed]

what is your set up to reach those high miles?..mine can barely make 58mph on flat, got a malossi clutch and everything else is oem...thanks.

[@QuasiMotard]

This scoot has the Dr.Pulley performance variator and 13g slider weights and the National Cycle V-Stream Sport Touring windscreen. Everything else is completely stock except for other bolt-on accessories (e.g., phone holder, Garmin GPS mount, etc). 😉👍 --QM

[@Rammer_Jammer]

@@QuasiMotard Is the shield the extra tall or medium height?

[@QuasiMotard]

@@Rammer_Jammer Howdy, Bama! This one is the medium height (sport touring was the name, if I recall correctly). 😉👍 --QM

[@Rammer_Jammer]

@@QuasiMotard Thanks brother 🍻

[@zeommed]

@@QuasiMotard Thank you sir, by any chance do you know the part number of that variator?..been finding different ones, but not sure which might be.

[@timpate7340]

can you ride 2 adults on the pcx 150,

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy, Tim! Yes, you can ride 2-up on the PCX150 as long as the combined rider weight isn't over ~350 lbs (older PCX's max capacity is 355 lbs, and the newer 2022+ model supports 366 lbs). The handling and acceleration will obviously suffer as the weight increases, but it's still quite capable of getting down the road at 60+ MPH.
You can watch a video here where I took my daughter on a quick 2-up trip (combined weight was around 280 lbs): ua-cam.com/video/pA7p7bRyiAk/v-deo.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@timpate7340]

@@QuasiMotard me and the wife weigh 375 combined, i realy want a 300cc but there are none in stock anywhere within 500 miles of me, i used to have a 1984 honda elite cs125 and we rode that thing everywhere and it would do 50mph, but i lost it in my house fire a few years ago, im going to look at the pcx 150 tommorow at a dealership 100 miles away and its more than likely coming home with me its the 2022 model.

[@johngraham5722]

I hate early.lol.

[@h0xt0n]

What year is this scooter?

[@QuasiMotard]

This is a 2015 Honda PCX150. I put some extra information in the video description for reference (e.g., average speeds, economy, etc). The newer model of the PCX150 and PCX160 have similar economy figures. Some owners of the new PCX160 have mentioned that they are seeing lower economy, but that might be related to their location or riding conditions. Cheers! 😉👍

[@stevemcgowen]

But it pollutes as much as 4 normal cars...

[@johngraham5722]

PCX 150 what is the brand name thank you I guess everybody should know what a PCX 150 is. Looks like a hell of a lot of fun though but what is it you probably have explained it earlier in your videos but I just now found you John Graham sit down in Ohio XV Yamaha 1900 stratoliner your gas mileage is much better hahaha

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy, John! This is the 2015 Honda PCX150. I put a lot of extra details into the video description for reference. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@pittss2c601]

Have you completed a valve adjustment? It's brutal to get to the head for this maintenance. The engineers should be ashamed.

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed! The valve mainteanance is a real chore on this scooter because all of the plastics need to come off in order to reach the cylinder head. I've done the valves on this scoot 3 times, and it was never fun. Honda should have done it how Yamaha did with their SMAX-155 ( ua-cam.com/video/ZxnXesbrAFY/v-deo.html ). Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@pittss2c601]

@@QuasiMotard Wow, you can actually get to the cylinder head on the Yamaha. Were your clearances out of spec when you checked them each time?

[@QuasiMotard]

@@pittss2c601 The valves were just slightly tight at the initial 600-mile service, spot-on at the 4K mile service, and still in spec 8K check (done at 9.5K before Cannonball). I haven't pulled the plastics off to check it again after the Cannonball, and it's sitting at 15K now. I expect to find a slight bit of variance after that 6K-mile torture test, but it's still running great. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@timwagster9458]

Yeah, don't want a rattling, oil leaking, noisy, over priced, unreliable, tank slapper, slow azz gas guzzler.😂🤣

[@user-er6qr7er5h]

😅

[@johngraham5722]

P

[@arcadia5607]

Just don’t care for the looks on this Honda. The ADV though looks much nicer.

[@English_MoFo]

My wolf 150cc fights hard to get over 50 mph
Eidt: it's Chinese garbage btw