Honda Forza 350

[CreakyKnees99]

I had similar issues with the rack from Honda. It wasn’t available until the first service and the top box I ordered took longer still to arrive. For the price I felt the top box was rather disappointing. It looks ok from the outside but seems a bit poorly finished on the interior. The mouldings on the base are quite obtrusive such that it would benefit from sort of pad or liner on the base.
I agree with the comments about the screen - it’s just a tad too short and not quite wide enough. Shame to have the fancy electric adjustment and not be able to position it quite right. I have have it fully up or fully down so would have been happy with 2 manual positions and a few quid off the purchase price!

[Greyerbeard]

A couple of queries for the few 350 owners -
Is your USB socket a tiny wee thing; not like a USB port?
Are your front indicators on permanently?
Ta!

[CreakyKnees99]

It’s usb type c . Can get them cheaply on eBay or amazon. The indicators do glow like marker lights constantly but flash brighter.

[StephenC]

The front indicators - same on the 300. It's a Honda thing

[CreakyKnees99]

Just asking out of curiosity really, but is anyone aware of any tuning parts available for the Forza 350?

[Greyerbeard]

It’s usb type c . Can get them cheaply on eBay or amazon. The indicators do glow like marker lights constantly but flash brighter.

Thanks folks.

[mottza]

The front indicators - same on the 300. It's a Honda thing

The Mk1 is the same.

[Waldorf]

I took the Dealer's demonstrator for a test ride this morning.
I felt very comfortable on the bike from the outset.
I was out for 70 minutes.
Roads of all types; 30 - 70 MPH limits.
Varied surfaces.
Less buffetting than I expected.

Pros: too numerous to mention.
Cons: I'm on the cusp of the screen being tall enough.
The mirrors are crap!

I have already chatted with the salesman about the accessories:
Givi Rack and Box
Givi Hand guards/wind deflectors (he didn't realise Givi did them)
Givi Screen

I was most impressed by acceleration, maintained high speeds, ease of handling both on the road and man-handling.

I have done a deal on the Silverwing - private sale to an excellent home.

Here's the rub: Forza 350s are in very short supply so I may have to wait several months before one becomes available. Paul (the salesmen) started trawling the Dealer Network while I was sitting at his desk. For that reason, I have said I will take whatever comes along in terms of colour - I really don't mind.
I must say also that Paul was a bit distant at first but clearly realises I am serious and really seems to be making the effort; to give him his due he did admit to wanting a sale!

I'm happy to answer questions and I will probably have a few to ask, especially regarding the particular blind-spot mirrors which work. I recall having tofit them on the X9500 but I'd value a more up-to-date view (no pun intended)

[mottza]

Nice one Mike, really glad you got on with the test ride and now awaiting for your new shiny toy..

And this also means that I'm about to become a Silverwing owner . Forza is a great bike and I would of still kept until this opportunity came. Mike and Colin looked after this one and keeps it within the X9OC / muppets fold. Looking forward to having 50hp on tap. Maybe not the fuel consumption reduction

Time to sell the Forza. £1750 if anyone is interested (14 plate 18300 miles)

[MrGrumpy]

Here's the rub: Forza 350s are in very short supply so I may have to wait several months before one becomes available.

Its always the way isn't it!!! You eventually decide to buy something - and then you can't! I'm always amazed that the motor industry stays in business......