Calling a motorcycle "entry level" is the kiss of death to good affordable motorcycles. A Nissan Sentra is not an entry level car, it is an affordable car.
Its a lovely bike. In India, it is named as CB350. I own one myself and riding it since last 4 years and got no issues at all till date. Very easy to handle bike and sounds great!
That's fantastic to hear. Thank you. Hope you have many more years of happy trouble-free riding on this brilliant bike. Is the Honda H'ness CB250 assembled in India or totally built there. The GB350 available in Australia comes from Japan.
And so full of character and charm from the sound and feel of that long-stroke, air-cooled engine. I have nothing against them but E Motorcycles can never hope to replicate that.
... lol ... I love riding the one I bought for Riding Hood to learn on so much I'm thinking about going back and making an offer on the second one at the dealer they made a demo. That way we could have a matching pair (one black and one white). I can definitely see the appeal of having two. :>)
@@motorcyclingdownunder Black and blue for us. Thought I might want more power. Many good memories of Honda 4, from 50 years ago. But, I'm old now... By choosing scenic backroad routes, and enjoying the views, we don't feel desire to race. Yet, will study GB500, if it arrives before I go.
@@robcoles6288 I can relate to that. I last rode fast in my 20s. Now I find rides that take in the scenery and settings I find myself in are for more enjoyable in my book. :>)
Damn. The white looks so nice. As you say, I didn't realise that was an option here in Australia. I've had the denim blue for about a year. Still quite happy with it!
Yeh the white looks great. If they do decide to sell their demonstrater I could be tempted to buy that one too and have a matching black and white set ... lol ....
I had a 1976 Honda XL350 single and the bike was capable of cruising in the 70 mph (112 kph). So I really have to ask can the GB350 maintain a speed like that on the highways?
Not if you encounter any reasonable inclines or head winds. Unfortunately emission restriction controls in 2024 mean bikes with the same capacity engines are more choked up than motorcycles of the 70s. But I am sure there would be ways to derestrict the motor if you're resourceful and not too concerned about the warranty.
@@alanriozzi421 that's is the latest rumour I heard - which keeps in more with the retro nature of this bike which I think is based on the single cylinder thumpers of the past. :>)
I understand Honda first designed and had the CB350 H'ness made in India to compete with Royal Enfield before deciding to also release one (the GB350) in other parts of Asia including Australia. A slightly different variant of the same bike but build in Japan. Not sure whether the components are all made in one place and then assembled in different places but the quality of finish on the GB350 seems equivalent to any other Japanese made bike at this price point. They have had so much interest in this small retro looking bike they are now releasing it in Europe and the UK and possible North America although I haven't heard that last bit officially announced yet.
This is a nice entry level machine. Or a close out machine for seniors like me. Happy Honda made this.
So am I. I think many other riders will enjoy a go on it too - as long as they aren't speed demons ... lol ...
Calling a motorcycle "entry level" is the kiss of death to good affordable motorcycles. A Nissan Sentra is not an entry level car, it is an affordable car.
@@KLRJUNE valid point. I think everyone would enjoy riding this bike. :>)
Its a lovely bike. In India, it is named as CB350. I own one myself and riding it since last 4 years and got no issues at all till date. Very easy to handle bike and sounds great!
That's fantastic to hear. Thank you. Hope you have many more years of happy trouble-free riding on this brilliant bike. Is the Honda H'ness CB250 assembled in India or totally built there. The GB350 available in Australia comes from Japan.
A better deal than ANY E motorcycle
And so full of character and charm from the sound and feel of that long-stroke, air-cooled engine. I have nothing against them but E Motorcycles can never hope to replicate that.
I’ve had mine 8 months. Great bike
It definitely is. I already love this one.
Bought 2 of them a year ago. Suit us perfectly for 80km/h country backroads. Has pride of place in garage. Reliable too.
... lol ... I love riding the one I bought for Riding Hood to learn on so much I'm thinking about going back and making an offer on the second one at the dealer they made a demo. That way we could have a matching pair (one black and one white). I can definitely see the appeal of having two. :>)
@@motorcyclingdownunder Black and blue for us. Thought I might want more power. Many good memories of Honda 4, from 50 years ago. But, I'm old now... By choosing scenic backroad routes, and enjoying the views, we don't feel desire to race. Yet, will study GB500, if it arrives before I go.
@@robcoles6288 I can relate to that. I last rode fast in my 20s. Now I find rides that take in the scenery and settings I find myself in are for more enjoyable in my book. :>)
Damn. The white looks so nice. As you say, I didn't realise that was an option here in Australia. I've had the denim blue for about a year. Still quite happy with it!
Yeh the white looks great. If they do decide to sell their demonstrater I could be tempted to buy that one too and have a matching black and white set ... lol ....
I really like the blue as well. Goes great with the brown seat.
Looks so much like my first road back, a 1983 Suzuki 400. I loved that little bike and regret ever selling it.
Yeh it also reminds me of my first road bike from the late 70s. A Honda CB250. :>)
Great for crusing but I would install wind shield. Wind buffeting in Australia is tiring for all day ride.
I'm sure there will be some great after market options foir a wind shield particularly when this bike becomes available in more markets.
@@motorcyclingdownunder aready possible to buy original wind shield from Honda!
@@mikhailtertychnyi7976 The one I saw looked pretty small. :>)
Nice choice. A great little Honda.❤
Thank you. Its brilliant :>)
Bewtyful bike,great noise
Enjoy it
Thank you. I will. :>)
I had a 1976 Honda XL350 single and the bike was capable of cruising in the 70 mph (112 kph). So I really have to ask can the GB350 maintain a speed like that on the highways?
Not if you encounter any reasonable inclines or head winds. Unfortunately emission restriction controls in 2024 mean bikes with the same capacity engines are more choked up than motorcycles of the 70s. But I am sure there would be ways to derestrict the motor if you're resourceful and not too concerned about the warranty.
I like the GB better than the Royal Enfield 350s. I wonder if the GB500 will be a single.
Not sure if it will be the 471 twin out of the Rebel 500, Hornet 500, CB500F and CB500X/NX500 or a big bore version of the GB350 motor. :>)
I think a big bore @@motorcyclingdownunder
@@alanriozzi421 that's is the latest rumour I heard - which keeps in more with the retro nature of this bike which I think is based on the single cylinder thumpers of the past. :>)
is this a cb350 hness honda has in india?
I understand Honda first designed and had the CB350 H'ness made in India to compete with Royal Enfield before deciding to also release one (the GB350) in other parts of Asia including Australia. A slightly different variant of the same bike but build in Japan. Not sure whether the components are all made in one place and then assembled in different places but the quality of finish on the GB350 seems equivalent to any other Japanese made bike at this price point. They have had so much interest in this small retro looking bike they are now releasing it in Europe and the UK and possible North America although I haven't heard that last bit officially announced yet.
What's your height bro????