Sylar wrote: ↑Fri Mar 24, 2023 3:50 pm
Well, i collected my Forza 350 today at about 1pm. i had not had a test ride on it, as i thought it would be roughly the same as my cruisym. First impression was, it was too high off the ground. I am 5 ft 10 but could not put both feet down, only on tip toe. Second, too many switches on the left handlebar, i had to look down for indicators, and put the heated grips on twice instead. Screen did not come high enough for me. Seating position was upright, i felt like " a pea on a drum". I could not stretch my legs out. Engine was resposive enough, for my ten mile ride home. I know everything is new and needs running in. When i got home i read the hand book, On page sixty one it told you how to start the engine!! I shall take my time to get to know the bike properly, At least the dealer gave a full tank of fuel.
My thoughts were pretty much the same as yours when I got mine late last year. However, some upbeat observations for you may help you stay positive and look forward to riding it in future.
Yes it’s a tall bike for a scooter, I’m 5’ 8” and I’ve developed the knack of sliding my bum slightly forward when coming to a halt. This allows my little legs to plant one foot on the ground when stationary. Problem solved.
The initial left side control cluster gets easier with use. You develop a “feel” for the position of switches but will still press info button when cancelling indicators
Screen, you can buy a larger Givi screen replacement. They’re relatively cheap (around £70 I think), this suited me much better than stock screen. Remember, you only have to move these screens an inch or so to make a difference. Too many riders make large adjustments each time and never seem to find the “sweet” spot.
The engine. These things go well. I recently took a trip to Burnley on the motorway, sat at 70ish with occasional 80 to get past HGVs, it was effortless. And getting over 70mpg is easy. If you stick to 60mph you can expect high 70s, low 80’s. My old burger never did that.
Overall I’m well happy with mine and made a good decision IMO.
Anyway, best of luck and im sure you’ll enjoy very much once the weather breaks and you get out more
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