Forza 300 or 350?

[Stibbs]

Many thanks for the input of you all, it’s very helpful. On reflection I’m probably going to leave it for another year. I’m not in a huge rush and there’s a 350 demonstrator not too far away so will take a test ride. I love my Burger but it’ll soon be time to depart on good terms for a lighter machine. I’ll more than likely opt for a nearly new 350 next year. Once again, thanks.

[Data]

The 350 Stibbs is the one to go for. Without any doubt. Mottza's Forza 300 was a good bike and I had the pleasure of working on it recently. It's very conventional but from what I'm hearing from the Honda dealer in my area the 350 is a step forward in the power and economy department. It also has better suspension and comfort. There will be deals available too once the supply becomes more reliable after covid. I'd wait or put down a deposit now if you change your mind and you really want it quickly. It's true that if a dealer has deposits on bikes the importers do tend to send the bikes there first.

[Deleted User 18446]

What is service interval on the new 350 as opposed to the 300 are they the same ?

[Greyerbeard]

What is service interval on the new 350 as opposed to the 300 are they the same ?

Every 8k miles; but with interim oil change and inspection annually if you don't do the 8k. Very little servicing info in the handbook, not even oil change...Yamaha much better in that respect!

[StephenC]

Re servicing, when I bought my 300 I added the service plan on for £599 (current price) into the 3 year pcp agreement. That covered everything for 3 services, including (if you get to the mileage) the drive belt. I would recommend it, if it suits your personal situation.

[Deleted User 18446]

Yes have been looking at service plan deal

[Stibbs]

Re servicing, when I bought my 300 I added the service plan on for £599 (current price) into the 3 year pcp agreement. That covered everything for 3 services, including (if you get to the mileage) the drive belt. I would recommend it, if it suits your personal situation.

Just out of interest what is the replacement interval for the drive belt on 350? I’m guessing about 12-14k miles?

[Greyerbeard]

Just out of interest what is the replacement interval for the drive belt on 350? I’m guessing about 12-14k miles?

It's in the handbook as Inspect every 8, and Replace every 16k miles.

[Stibbs]

Just out of interest what is the replacement interval for the drive belt on 350? I’m guessing about 12-14k miles?

It's in the handbook as Inspect every 8, and Replace every 16k miles.

Thanks. That’s a bonus then.

[StephenC]

And like I said, it's included in the Service Plan too (at least for the 300, so best check for the 350).