2021 Honda Forza 350 review
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- 2021 Honda Forza 350 scooter, reviwed by theloftybiker
Quite possibly the best mid sized scooter available
KIndly loaned by Damerells of Indian Queens , South West Cornwall.
#theloftybiker # honda #forza350 #damerells
Hi what a great review. I really liked it. I am 79 and have ridden bikes all my life. Now retired and have just ordered one. Looking forward to biking again.
I had an xmax250 2007 bought to commute on. Easy cruise at 70mph. Went to spain on it several times. Biggest bonus is belt drive and big assed seat. Belt change at 12000 miles. My honda 125s needed chain off every 6 months when commuting even with chain guard. I would only ever have a belt drive commuter. Ride and leave, never once had front caliper seize either contrary to honda 125s.true 365 days vehicle which will also do long distance. I have commuted on small bikes for 47 yrs and the extra cc’s from 125 make it safer in traffic. I think you need to own one over a period of time to appreciate their complete use ability. Very easy maintenance too. Seat up, inner out and everything to hand, easy valve adjustment the lot. The negative is their price new. Could never replace my motorcycle but to commute and as a workhouse nowt can beat them imo. If you are older and hate chains, try one. My 250 only ever did 65mpg which went up to 75 after I changed the variator weights for longer gearing and less acceleration which I barely noticed. From the traffic lights twist and go’s are quite surprising and quite addictive. Fab review
Thank you
Good honest review you took the scooter for what it was which is refreshing. I normally ride a honda x11 but I'm finding I'm riding my wife's burgman 400 more and more took it up to snowdonia the other weekend from Bristol arrived chilled and with a flask under the seat .Like you said I'm lucky to have a choice of both cheers john
I just took delivery of the 2024 model of the Forza 350, and it’s awesome! Quite an improvement on my original Forza 300 of 2015. The CVT is much improved and very smooth, and the ABS is much better in operation and isn’t obtrusive. Comfortable and swift, it shares the garage with my two Royal Enfield 350’s!
Possibly the best scooter on the market.....thanks for watching
That’s a cracking review and I’ve seen pretty much every one in English on YT. It’s convinced me to get one now. Wasn’t sure whether to go PCX 125 (would I be happy enough and go for something a bit more compact) but there’s no substitute for the extra horses. Great job, cheers.
sorry mate, that wasn't English i'm afraid!
I've got a 2021 Forza 300, the last of the previous generation, and thats a cracking piece of kit. Will handle motorway miles without issues cruising at 75mph no problems. Did a 4 day tour on it with all the luggage and not a bungy strap in sight, wonderful all round machine.👍
A number of 300 owners are selling their bikes, I wonder why
I have an 07 helix , last of the era. I cruise at 75 mph all day long. Honda stopped making them because you'd never need another bike.
@@ALYDAVIDSON1 a number of scooter owners of every make are selling theirs, i wonder why!
Thanks for watching....the 350 is a mild update of a wonderful scooter
I am fast approaching retirement and as a previous Burgman 400 owner (8 years) I love scooters. I sold my Burgman 2 years ago and have a hankering for another scooter when retired, this machine seems to tick all the boxes. I would definitely prefer one with a top-box for additional storage, but what a fantastic machine. Thank you so much.
Thanks for watching....the 350 is the best scooter engine at the moment
When I read this comment I had to look above it to see if it was one of mine and I had forgotten about it. I too am approaching retirement (September next year - can't wait!) and I have had two Burgman 400s followed by a Sym Maxsym 600 (like a Burgman 400 on steroids!) First thing I will do is get shot of the car and get a scooter. Probably a Forza 350. With a top box.
Thanks for the review. Really appreciate a tall riders feedback. It seems most manufacturers could make their bike/scooter “tall” friendly (make knee room and few geometry considerations) but they just do not bother.
Manufacturers make primarily for their own market....Jap scooters are sold in mass to the far east and emerging countries. People in these countries are generally smaller
Exactly ! I have a 2nd bike. An XMax Yamaha scooter 300cc.
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Thanks Lofty, very useful review, I´m hoping to get a decent trade in for my Guzzi V7 (in Motril, Spain), and buy a Forza 350 any day now.
The tarmac here seems to me to be less grippy than in Yorkshire, I suspect the chippings are softer than granite, and things get rather smooth. Some of the sharper corners get a regular wash with diesel -- all in all, a slower vehicle with a lower centre of gravity seems a good choice at my advanced age.
Did you get a decent trade-in Kerry? I'm making the same change. Will try to sell privately first. Cheers
@@GS-xg4nz Yes, I. was extremely pleased, though I can´t remember actual figures.
The Guzzi was seven years old, and I got roughly half the purchase price, from Honda at Salobreña. They may sell the velcro strap for the rear brake lever which acts as a handbrake and is an essential item. The wind blew the scooter off it´s side stand the night I left it off ! Otherwise it´s a great machine -- no regrets, so good luck.
Thanks for the review and stay safe on the roads. God Bless 🙏
thanks for watching
Great to hear. Old age means I need more comfort, so thinking of buying one to complete the Wild Atlantic Way.
Best scooter available
@@theloftybiker3090 Ordered one yesterday! Delivery end of Feb? No colour choice - had to be red. Thanks for your help!
@@mikeamos5296 Done the same - but I actually chose the red! Sometimes too much choice is a bad thing.
I always poo-poo'd scooters. But I bought a BMW C400GT last month & it's bloody fantastic! I didn't test ride the Honda, but perhaps I should've done, but the Beemer is outstanding! Dealers are chocka-block to have my 600 mile service done though; they're quoting me 3 weeks?! Nightmare! Anyway, to all those who're disrespectful to modern scooters ought to ride one before they're disparaging towards them ;) P.S. Lofty, do you know all your audio is coming out of the right hand side speaker only?
C400 is a very accomplished if expensive scooter. BMW are releasing an updated electric one now....would love to test ride it
@@theloftybiker3090 I bought mine from Ocean BMW, Torbay & rode it all the way back to North Yorkshire. Not one ache or pain anywhere, unlike when riding a ‘conventional’ bike… 344 miles later! 👌🏻👍🏻
Handy review, brave in a sense. I'd hate to go out being barely able to turn the handle bars. Sat on one at a Honda dealer and with the handle bars touching my knees it was a straight nope. Also sat on a BMW C400x, far better. I'm 6'7 and love scooters too, but there's no need for them to be cramped. Not everyone is between 5'7 and.6'1.
90% of scooters are sold in Asia, India and South America where there average height is 5'5''...........6' 7'' is a very tall human indeed...thanks for watching....go try the Suzuki v strom 1050 DE....taller people only need apply
@@theloftybiker3090 That might be true but in the UK also, scooters are probably the most popular two wheelers. Thankfully we have European manufacturers like Piaggio and BMW whose products (despite often being made in Asia) don't exclusively cater for shorter people. I've got nothing against shorter people but it's generally easier to lower a saddle than it is to raise a seat, screen and suspension. If bicycles can cater for multiple body types, perhaps motorbikes can too.
@@nivelan well said
You can get one WITHOUT the Bluetooth gadget - problem solved!
Perfect scoot (I have one)
Thats great news, thank you.......it's a wonderfull scooter
Did you look at the NMAX ? Before purchasing the FORZA ?
@@brettwicks2615 yes I did Brett. There’s not much between them in performance (the forza seems better 0 - 60, while the Xmax has slightly better top speed)
I had a close look at how practical each would be to do your own maintenance (after warranty).
To access the battery - on the xmax the front fairing has to come off! On the forza a couple of screws releases a battery lid under the seat (no need to remove the seat.
To access the spark plug - on the xmax the seat needs to be removed whereas on the fora there’s a small ‘trap door on the side panel which gives handy access to the spark plug.
For an oil/ filter change, the Xmax is awkward- easier access to the forza’s oil filter and drain plug.
The screen is fixed on xmax (manually adjustable via some screws) on the forza the screen is electrically adjustable to any position from a rocker switch on the handler.
I’ve found the automatic screen super useful. Normally I prefer it in its lower position but in rainy or very cold conditions I move it to its high position for better wind/ rain protection.
I have put just over 2000 miles on the forza so far and I’m delighted with it.
@@brettwicks2615 hiya I haven't brought a Forza, I just do bike reviews. I ride and review any type of bike I can get my hands on.
@@theloftybiker3090 lucky you , can you now do a review on the xmax 300 ?
Thanks .
Being that tall, most of the bikes out there are a problem besides some heavy cruisers, big adventure bikes and tourers. So don't blame the Forza 350. With my 6'1" I was perfectly happy driving one.
Nothing wrong with the Forza 350, best scooter out there......except the 350 xadv might be bertter....review coming very soon
Great review , would you be so kind now to do a review on the YAMAHA NMAX 300 SCOOTER ? and a honest opinion on which one is better ? Hope your knee is not banging into any controls on the NMAX ,
Cheers.
Unfortunately I cannot get to ride Yamaha's at the moment
Great clip, thanks!
Thanks for watching
….I get 80 out of my 125 forza 2021 👍🏻….oh and 140mpg 😊
Lol... i'm a big fat fu..........
@@theloftybiker3090 like your honesty
80 downhill.
Hi, what cameras and microphones are you using to make this video?
Hiya....I use Drift XL's & drif mics
What is your inseam? That tells a bit more about the fit then just your total length.
34''........thanks for watching
For someone 6”4 is the forza 350 or ADV 350 more comfortable/roomy?
The Forza with the media pod on the left under the grip is a pain...I belive you can but the forza without in Europe but not the UK...I would go ADV350 for that reason
St Stephen? That's Treviscoe 😁
Thank you Peter for your far superior local knowledge 😉 Obviously a local to the area. I doubt there would be many other of my subscribers would have ever heard of Indian Queens let a lone Trevisco lol if you are around this afternoon, we could have a coffee at Chapter one 😉
Sorry I couldn't resist 😁 I've only just found your channel and will look out for you the next time you're in Damerells.
No para, eh?
? How does that Translate Fran?
@@theloftybiker3090
hello the lofty biker, I really liked your video and in a short time I want to buy this Honda Forza, excuse me but my English is very poor and it was one of the few things that I understood; "no para, eh" .... a greeting!!!✌️
Stop complaining about you hitting your knee on the controls. Less than 1% of the population are above 6' 5". It's you (or your parents!) that are to blame - not the scooter.
But really....my question is WHY? Who needs it anyway? on the height subject....when I was at school I was the tallest or a least one of them... I walk past the local school now and kids tower above me and this is Cornwall. People a shorter in general down here! lol
@@theloftybiker3090 Take care, ride safe.
Your a 6ft 5 giant the bike wasn't built for giants 🤣🤣🤣🤣😋
Climb upon my shoulders, tell me what you see?
Lmao 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thank you, from a true Cornishman! I think it's a pity the manufacturers call these types of machines scooters. Maybe there's a "middle" name between bike and scooter that would appeal more. Big bike riders by-and-large look down their noses at scoots like this. Well I've got a ZZR1400 but I know what I'm getting next.......
If Calsberg made scooters.......the Forza 350 would probably be it!
When I rode scooters I remember big bike riders (and some not so big) look down their noses at me. Fine - Scooters are used regularly but big bikes tend to only come out of the garage a few times a year. Don't want to get them wet!
actually... it was the Beverly 350 that got the traction control first. but nevermind.
I don't know that model Toto....is is a UK bike?
@@johnpercival1186 it's a Piaggio, sold in IT, Fr, De, Be, NL, etc. It looks like a Honda SH 125/300 : 16' wheels, step-through, etc. Launched in 2011 or so. It hasn't got a slipper clutch like all 'normal' scooters, but a discs, like on a regular bike.
@@johnpercival1186 there are Beverlys in the UK yes. I've seen the Beverly S 400
I am buying one in November. Really looking forward to it.
Engine definitely the best part but ride position not true feet forward like a burgman
The 350 forza is a mid size scooter....if you want the big Burgman feel, try the Forza 750
@@theloftybiker3090 definitely but double the dosh
Is it available at your town? In Germany, its Sold out. No Date for delivery if you buy it.
This is probalby the best available scooter! Honda stock has been comming through slowly. Mark at Damerells said he wished he had ordered more....can sell every bike delivered!
Kawasaki have no stock whatsoever.
nice vid lofty.would you say that this scooter is capable of carrying two people and do a tour once a year.enough space with a 45 ltr top box inc for a 4 or 5 day trip. most test if not all only one person riding. can't get a demo at the mo.don't fancy getting a bigger scooter. I currently have two bikes but getting tired of riding these days.
Without that silly carplay box, which i've been informed is optional this is the best mid sized scooter available IMHO. Touring is or has a diffrent outcome for everyone....If you are in no rush, I would say yes, add a topbox and fill yer boots
@@theloftybiker3090 carplay box is on all I'm afraid in this country at least. I personally dont need or want it.currently theres no other option so we're stuck with it. the guy who said it optional is wrong or got mixed up with the 125 they dont have them on.
@@johnmackay3458 Bummer, it's right where my knees are.....I am 6' 5'' mind
For a normanl human it wouldn't be a problem
@@theloftybiker3090 I'm 5'11 but still dont want it. maybe later Honda might give us that option if theres enough complaint. it would of been better if they give heated grips instead.
@@johnmackay3458 I agree... Heated grips every time
I have 5 bikes in all, including 2 scooters... a Honda SH300 in beautiful metallic red, and I’ve just ordered another Forza 350 in the latest red colour after trading in my blue Forza 350 against a new Triumph Bonneville T100 late last year.
I took a chance buying the SH300 in 2019, and I love it! In fact, it’s the bike I ride the most.
thanks for watching Wilf
Cracking Scooter, getting one very soon, it will be the 2023 model just cosmetics, Aero and tech differences, any thoughts
Yes great scooter...ride the 350ADV too....thanks for watching
I bought one and love it sold my big touring bike as I wasn’t using it I put 2 k miles in a few months added a top box and it’s a superb bit of kit two up you have to be careful on overtaking but it will sit at 70 mph two up on my own I’ve had 90 out of it
probabley the best twist and go available......thanks for watching
Hi thanks for the up load , I am getting one of these when I get the funds , just wanted to ask , does this bike have a park brake ?
Not that i remember....only the 750's have a parking brake
How does the 350 (330cc) vs 300 (279cc) compare to guts, stability, wind gusts, etc...
it's basically the same bike only euro 5 and 50cc more...thanks for watching
:) and then the Honda vs the yamaha xmax
@@guest8102 sorry never ridden the Xmax...it's good looking scoot though......The Suzuki looks very lardy
How much price for roza 300
You cannot buy the Forza 300 anymore only the 350....UK price £5499 otr