Another great video! Thanks. Great that you point out just how decent the performance of a 29bhp scooter is - I'm sick of reading idiot journalists in Bike mags who describe 100bhp bikes as 'underpowered'!
True and good point there! The problem me thinks is that many riders dont think about the fact that HP is always noted at max output HP. For example many of the sportier and R bikes might have 100+ HP but at 12-13 000 RPM that is. So riding such a bike at more normal RPMs like 3-6000 and you expect +100 HP and there is only maybe 30-40 HP at hand it actually feels underpowered. With these scooters you can have almost max torque/power with a little twist of the throttle, no need to get it screamin at 12-13000 RPMs…
@@KurtGAndersen Yes, sounds a very good explanation - and that many powerful bikes need to rev quite hard to produce power and many bikers haven't worked out how to pick the right gear yet! It demonstrates just how unsuitable many bikes are for actual road use these days.
Great review Mark, lots of details and info and a real world test rider who you can relate to ,just ordered the Adv on the strength of your review. Thank you .
With a sh300i from 2011 on my garage with another bike and after many bikes testes, I can say that this engine is a gem and everything you need on a daily bases with incredible reliability, fuel economy, confort, practicality and performance that you can only get on a 500ccplus motorbike in the right gear. At traffic lights, good luck trying to beat this scooters at least for the first 20 meters...
Live in horrid climate uk. Got 2 cars 2 bikes and my xmax 250 was my go to transport. This looks tasty. Great review Mark thanks. I sold the xmax last year a57 plate. God do i regret it
I ride my Honda ruckus in the winter (northern east coast). It's mostly US making freeway a first priority to any other road to plow and treat. Street level is a joke, they'll send only 2, 1, or none at all before 7AM to plow the roads even if they knew that snowfall is coming for that week. I believe busses should have the Japan model of having sensors set up halfway the stretch to signify the lights to go green for them to speed up times for riders and have plowing capabilities. This would have busses plowing at a good intervals on streets.
@@alaris1203 Yes I am familiar with this Japane system. Here in the UK we are caught in the middle. It snows but not enough for local councils to take to serious. Most get away with gritting and salting the roads. It's the modern problem where local government is treated like business and so they don't want under utilised kit sitting around idle.
Your videos/reviews are always helpful. Great content and you explain the details I would want to know about. I've just ordered my ADV350 to accompany my 2021 MT09. I wanted another small capacity bike that will do the urban commute and longer trips while offering wind protection, comfort and luggage. This ticks all the boxes. I think it looks great and makes more sense for me than the Forza 350. Thank you Mark!
have a matt grey one,6 weeks old now,had to order and pay small deposit to my local honda dealer. very pleased,also have royal enfield meteor bought just before christmas.
My wife and I recently lived in Malta and had a new Kymco X-Town 300i ABS Scooter there, but since we moved to the north of Scotland I have been thinking again about buying a 300-350cc Scooter. I miss the two wheels a lot. Thanks Mark...
Two months in on mine and like the Forza found the screen to small, fitted larger with foil and 70mph with visor open is now possible, rear shocks do not seem to have any preload adjustment which is unusual but not tried 2 up yet so maybe okay.
Glad you mentioned two up riding, Mark, good to know it's got enough poke & is comfy. Agree that a top box would help the experience. Two really good videos, Honda UK got their money's worth. P.S. did you pop in for a cup of tea with Harry Redknapp when you got to Sandbanks? 😉
Right about leg height also find it awkward turning at low speeds maybe the wide front tyre. Have wondered about fitting lowering links on rear suspension.
Nice review. Used to own a SH300 (and later a TMax) alongside some bigger bikes. I tried the mid side Forza a while back but found it a bit cramped for my 6ft1, perhaps this ADV model would be more spacious. I now have a Forza 750 which is far more comfortable and roomy, especially for taking a pillion, and it gives pretty much the same economy, from an engine which has twice the power. Against that, it costs twice as much if you add luggage, and it has a chain.. All lovely bikes. Choose which suits your needs.
I'm 6ft2 and looking to try this ADV350 soon...so not thrilled to read you found other similar bikes a bit cramped, especially as I plan to do a fair bit of 2-up riding. I can't afford the X-ADV 750 as much as I'd like one. I've also been looking at the CB500X but it's just more than I need, really, even though in many ways it's better.
@@MoleskinemanDid you try it? I'm 6'7 and was recommended this one. X-ADV seems fine but heavy, Forza 350 had my knees on the handle bars though. Very curious about this ADV 350 but they're rare as hen's teeth in dealerships.
Got one of the first in jan. Great bike. Like it better than the tracker 700 I just sold. I did encounter buffering but have cut the screen down and use a seat pad to raise me up so nice clean air now. Handling brilliant. Cvt great. Easy and comfy. I'd rather to for a long ride on this than the tracer. Even Honda broadband for Sat nav Google maps directions in headset. It's got it all going on.
Hi Mark. Another good review. I enjoy your reviews. I'm 5'9" but only 28" inseam, so like to note your seating position to get an idea how my feet touch down by gauging yours. Is there any chance you can get hold of a Kymco AT 550 for a test ride review?
G'day Mark, my last comment was a bit over the top, have to blame the drink, sorry mate, that scooter is perfect for around town and short road trips, now with fuel going up and up in price the scooter is the way to go for that day to day traveling, and with the fact you can ride all year round in Australia, more will be seen on our roads, cheers mate, Neil 🤠.
Looks great, seems to be the best compromise for size and practicality. I love the mat paint finish but wonder how easily it gets marked. I guess you can't just polish a scratch out on that finish?
Hi Trevor the burgman 400 is great but the suspension on the adv is more compliant for bumpy roads... depends on the deal you can get...the adv may be in short supply at the moment I'd personally get the Honda Best regards mark
I like how your reviews are consistent Mark. I see another bike, I see a similar structure, places, walkthrough, the "final thoughts". Keep the reviews comming :) I want to buy adv 350 in the spring. What's your take on the red paint maintenance? I am thinking alternatively about silver one from a practical point of view, though I like the red one more.
Hi Tom paint maintenance is easy really on these being honda quality..it's a Matt finish so just a wash with quality shampoo and a wipe over will be absolutely fine Best wishes mark
Hi again Mark. Only just seen this review. Going to watch review for the ADV 750 in a moment. Just wanted to ask, does this loose much power with a pillion or does it hold its power well when carrying?
@@mikeamos5296 You'll be fine. I live in Cornwall and my 350 Forza has toured Wales twice, plus the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Purchased new in August last year and now approaching 10k miles
Thank you very much for the detailed review ! I was thinking about getting a forza 350 but the ADV seems even better. Do you think that the smaller windscreen makes that much of a difference for a daily highway comuting ? Would you "highly" recommend the Forza for that kind of use or can the ADV be just fine ? Thanks :)
Sandbanks ferry: never seen it before. Or Studland. Obviously a great scooter. Oddly, it isn't available in Thailand yet? Twist and go and long travel suspension is the perfect combination for the city. I will continue to crash and bang over the bumps on my Aerox 155.
Shame Honda spared on fitting parking brake. Always find it very helpful especially on bigger cc scooters, besides that good looking well priced scooter and this is telling from Big Xadv owner point of view 😉
@@markpulling12 ah gotcha, thanks for responding so quickly. I picked up an Aprilia SR GT 125 yesterday which is also meant to have some off road chops so might take it there so it can put it's money where it's mouth is :) Cheers!
@@Clapham888 it's only a short track down to a farm it's not really a byway open to all traffic ... Shaftesbury drove Salisbury or Salisbury plain is good 👍
Just like a forza 360 only thing I'd carry over would be the better suspension... I have been on a rough gravel road on forza and a bit hairy... the bike does shift though. I wonder if honda will up the power to 40 - 50hp in the forza 350 before it becomes to much like a bike with chain drive.
Verry nice video👍 i am a biker since 30 years. But I always loved scooters, even 50cc for just going to the beach or something. For a couple of years ago a bought a aprilia 300 max. I liked the looks and the performance was ok BUT it was to small/cramped. At that time i hade 40 km to work, now just 15 km. so instead of my 150 hp bikes a like to get a new scooter. I’m a typical swede, 185cm and 100 kg. So the question, is the Honda adv bigger, more legroom than the aprilia? Thanks 🙏🏻
Great review again and a lovely looking bike. How would you compare it to an Xmax 300 for 30 mile commuting? Or would you prefer something bigger for that kind of distance?
@@robhall5622 Yep, I can vouch for that. I ran an X-MAx 300 for 3 years and it was generally very good but the lights in winter were simply not fit for purpose. The first time on a dark lane I put it on full beam, I thought they were broken, but no! Many owners on the forums complained. I'm glad you asked the question about how it compares to the XMax as I was going to ask the same as I'm very tempted by the ADV. It looks a step up in many respects on the XMax and is actually cheaper!
Seeing I watched the other 350 video again, I thought I'd watch this one a second time, too. I certainly wouldn't go off-road on it. All that body work. I think this bike could replace both my 390 and 155. Leave the 950 for real trips. I suspect that, assuming I bought one, I'd opt for riding the 350 most of the time.
Thanks Mark, I was thinking about upgrading from my forza 300 2018 model. I do like the big electric screen on mine and as the mirrors are mounted on the fairing with built-in indicators. I use a tanano waterproof leg shield which is essential for all year round commuting. This would look odd on the xadv 350. I think my forza 300 is slightly shorter and narrower too. In fact the xadv 750 is not much bigger and more powerful. Anyway interesting and detailed review.
I've ridden quite a lot of miles on all these bikes. The 750 has literally twice the power. You'd notice a huge difference, though this may be irrelevant if you ride in town a lot or don't take a pillion. As a commuter, the 750 is probably overkill unless you have a 15+ mile journey on fast roads. The Forza 300 is a lovely bike. I just didn't find it big enough and it was slower compared to my 2010 SH300i. The latest 350 (really 330cc) engine is a bit more powerful and arguably takes performance back to the levels of 15 years ago on the SH300 before emissions started reducing the output. Perhaps this is a sweet spot in the range in terms of what you get per £...?
@@robertmarsh3588 Hiya, I haven't ridden the new nc750 range /engine. I used to ride through London a nc700 early one so its dct was a bit rubbish, couldn't make up its mind which gear to go in and it blooming heavy and boaty around the bends! I like a cvt scooter and yes 350 would hit the sweet spot! I still have an urge to splash out on a tmax 530 but they so expensive even second hand. Guess I will just keep mine now its paid for. Oh I did rest ride the sh300 but didn't find it any swifter than the forza 300 at the time but haven't ridden the very old sh300 I hear good things about them and they do 50k miles or more if looked after.
If you just was Commuting Or going to Tescos would you Take this or The Forza? Also i think the 8,000 mile service Intervals are good , but generally The Annual Service tends to arrive First !
Hello Mark, A question for you. I have a large adventure bike but am considering selling it, renting the same for annual European tours, but buying myself a mid-size scooter, my main focus being the Adv 350 and the Forza 350. Appearance-wise, and also due to the wide bars, I much prefer the Adv but I realise that you compromise on weather protection v's the Forza. I would mainly use the scooter for fun and local jaunts, but would also occasionally use it to commute approx. 40 miles each way, most of which would be the M25, M23 and A20. There are very few of the Adv or Forza 350 around for test rides so I am very interested in your thoughts, mainly whether I should go for the Forza over the Adv, or just get the Adv and put up with the shortcomings? I note below that you gave the Adv the green light to a similar question, but maybe my (Occasional) commute length would make a difference? I'm 5'10", 90-ish kg and regular inside leg... Thanks.
Hi Simon ...well tough choice as both are brilliant machines...I think the adv is a very unique style and feel ..and due to its wide bars and slightly off road ability it would be a better bet maybe in the winter conditions we get ....that being said if the two were put in front of me and I had to choose I'd go for the Forza just ! ...just love it's weather protection, electric screen Best wishes mark
Nice review. Kind of.bummed about.the seat height. Too tall for us under 5'7. By the way, also wondering aboit.the lean angle ability for slow speeds and how quickly it would maneuver around something and then to a safe stop. Thank you!
Hi. There is another UK based reviewer, 5.1ft tall and he showed he can stand on its toe balls on it. I am just as that tall, I have 32" inseam height and I am sure I can stand on it without issues. Unfortunately, I was on market for a Tricity 300 due to not having a motorcycle licence, so no testing it by me yet, but this ADV is so appealing. I think that the price difference, would cover my riding school and exams, plus buying a good cover, strong chain and disc locks, and a monimoto GPS tracker for this bike. Also, I could get some serious discount through a gov. program, called "the wreck". I have an old car which if I scrap, I can receive more than 1000GBP discount. The unpleasant part is the paperwork and too much bureaucracy, wandering between dealer, police registration office, tax office and scrapyard.
Older video but I have to ask. That handlebar looks tilted a bit to left when you riding straight .. Or or is just action camera distortion.. Very nice bike overall, thinking of getting alternative model from Kymco, the model is DTX 360.
The ADV350 and the Forza350 are both great, but I bought the often overlooked SH350. Identical engine and transmission but the bike is lighter, with bigger wheels for a smoother ride, and a step through bodywork that's great for those with hip and knee problems. It also rides like a motorbike and, even if I could get my leg over (!) a maxi scooter, I think I'd still plump for the SH350.
The SH350 lacks storage which is why they come with a top box usually. The Piaggio Beverly 400 has a similar style but more substance, I'd plump for that. I just wish Piaggio also did an ADV style scooter. I know some think they're silly like fake SUVs but as a tall person, I like their extra height and adjustability a lot.
you've tested the Forza 350 also in your opinion which would you say the best out of the two? at 1st I wasn't keen on the ADV but it has grown on me. I ride two up most of the time. I currently have the Forza 750 and after my Scotish tour next year I'm thinking of down sizing to the 350, I also have the NC750S which I'll use for longer runs. also I'm retired so I don't commute and I don't ride in winter months once the road salt is laid down, I use the car.
Hi John tough choice as both are great but tbh I don't really see myself going off road on a scooter and the Forza ,350 is my favourite mid size maxi scooter so that's the one I would recommend Best regards mark
Are the handlebars high enough that a 6'3 guys thighs won't reach the grips when I turn? On my kymco 400i my knees are just half a foot away from the grips and when I turn the grips hit my thigh so I have to spread my legs more to avoid that from happening.
In my time I've owned a Burgman 400, Tmax, Burgman 650, XADV750 and currently a SH300. I love the weather protection, ease of cleaning, minimal maintenance, storage. Very likely the ADV 350 will be next. Hey! Don't believe the Speedo! Mine says 90, but my gps says 80mph.....
I'm in Canada those are not here yet but I hear they are coming. I'm 5 5 so it would be to tall a seat height for me. So I'm leaning more toward a Honda Forza 350 (which I hear has a shorter seat height and can fit two full-face helmets underneath the seat.. Or Yamaha XMax 350, the seat height will be the deciding factor.
Thanks Mark, recent scoot was a Sym maxsym 400i and it was brilliant. Replaced it with a nc750x dct but as my legs get more weary I've been thinking of going back to a scoot. This adv offering seems very convincing! Thanks 👍
hi. I had the maxsym 400I. Sold it and bought the 2022 maxsym 500TL Honestly, it's no where near a the comfort and wind protection as the 400i. The 500TL is sporty and fun to ride, but not for long distances. the seat isn't as soft and comfortable, no backrest for the pillion. and the under seat storage can barely hold 1 full face helmet, where the 400i could fit 2 full face helmets. all the best with wear you decide to purchase. make it your own and have fun . safe riding.
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Great review again Mark,and enlightening!I would never have thought that a scooter could be adventurous but there you go.
Nice piece of kit (90mph!) and very thorough review as usual Mark, cheers from Canada, Ronny
Greetings from Finland. Ordered my ADV this week and waiting for spring now. Still 60cm snow in Helsinki. Thanks Mark about these top quality videos!
Thanks Jan 😁
Are you happy with yours?
If only I had the money, this would be my preferred purchase. Thanks for the review Mark.
Hi mark, again always good watching reviews, hope you could do more reviews on scooters under lower cc like the Aprilia sr gt,. But again nice review.
And another very appreciated review, well done, and I have to say that I am kinda tempted by this Honda 350 adv.
I have the ADV 150 here in Maine, love the bike so much for everyday travel and great storage under the seat.
Thanks James 😊
Finally ! Ordered mine March 21 this year, it arrived 2 days ago, very impressed, worth the wait. It was your review they convinced me Mark, thanks 👍🏻
AHH great news Adrian many thanks 👍
Another great video! Thanks. Great that you point out just how decent the performance of a 29bhp scooter is - I'm sick of reading idiot journalists in Bike mags who describe 100bhp bikes as 'underpowered'!
Yes thanks Tim ...it's surprising how quick you can actually go on just 28 HP if you wind these things up a bit !
True and good point there!
The problem me thinks is that many riders dont think about the fact that HP is always noted at max output HP. For example many of the sportier and R bikes might have 100+ HP but at 12-13 000 RPM that is. So riding such a bike at more normal RPMs like 3-6000 and you expect +100 HP and there is only maybe 30-40 HP at hand it actually feels underpowered.
With these scooters you can have almost max torque/power with a little twist of the throttle, no need to get it screamin at 12-13000 RPMs…
@@KurtGAndersen Yes, sounds a very good explanation - and that many powerful bikes need to rev quite hard to produce power and many bikers haven't worked out how to pick the right gear yet! It demonstrates just how unsuitable many bikes are for actual road use these days.
My Forza 300 is just fine giving me more money in the pocket instead of giving it to Big Oil Corporations
I agree, I stopped reading and following all journalist magazines and channels, Reddit and folks like here are my source of information
I hope they release them here in Australia 🇦🇺
I’m still happy with the X Max 🥇❤️🇦🇺☀️💪🏼
Thanks for the reviews
Good lad Mark, cheers from Macau! Nice description and talk through.
Great add on video. Thanks. Plus bonus of Sandbanks ferry. Never even knew that existed. Blimey, you splashed out the extra pound!
Thanks Daniel 😁
Great review Mark, lots of details and info and a real world test rider who you can relate to ,just ordered the Adv on the strength of your review. Thank you .
Thanks David great choice...I think it's the best mid size scooter currently available. :)
I had mine delivered Saturday rode it most of day today totally love Honda have made gem of a scooter
Thanks Chris couldn't agree more
Great price too 🙂
Tried the adv 150 - loads of fun and nice and practical 🤗
With a sh300i from 2011 on my garage with another bike and after many bikes testes, I can say that this engine is a gem and everything you need on a daily bases with incredible reliability, fuel economy, confort, practicality and performance that you can only get on a 500ccplus motorbike in the right gear. At traffic lights, good luck trying to beat this scooters at least for the first 20 meters...
Live in horrid climate uk. Got 2 cars 2 bikes and my xmax 250 was my go to transport. This looks tasty. Great review Mark thanks. I sold the xmax last year a57 plate. God do i regret it
Mark, your motorcycle / scooter reviews are the best I’ve watched on RUclips. Keep them coming please
Thanks Tony will do 😊🙂 💯
All our traffic problems would disappear if bikes like this were the norm and not cars.
See India and Vietnam.
Especially in winter...
@@podunkman2709 you can ride in the winter in Florida......
I ride my Honda ruckus in the winter (northern east coast). It's mostly US making freeway a first priority to any other road to plow and treat. Street level is a joke, they'll send only 2, 1, or none at all before 7AM to plow the roads even if they knew that snowfall is coming for that week. I believe busses should have the Japan model of having sensors set up halfway the stretch to signify the lights to go green for them to speed up times for riders and have plowing capabilities. This would have busses plowing at a good intervals on streets.
@@alaris1203 Yes I am familiar with this Japane system. Here in the UK we are caught in the middle. It snows but not enough for local councils to take to serious. Most get away with gritting and salting the roads. It's the modern problem where local government is treated like business and so they don't want under utilised kit sitting around idle.
I had a demo on the adv 350 back in September. I decided to order one and it's arrived today. It's the same colour as the one you test rode.
Great bonus second video! Mines been on order since this morning to replace my SH300i. Hopefully be on the road in 6 weeks or so 😁
Thanks great choice 🙂😊
Your videos/reviews are always helpful. Great content and you explain the details I would want to know about. I've just ordered my ADV350 to accompany my 2021 MT09. I wanted another small capacity bike that will do the urban commute and longer trips while offering wind protection, comfort and luggage. This ticks all the boxes. I think it looks great and makes more sense for me than the Forza 350. Thank you Mark!
Thanks Steve great choice 😊
Why does it make more sense than the Forza for you, Steve? I’m struggling to tell the difference between them other than looks…
@@renes9966 ADV has better suspension and higher ground clearance plus full LCD display.
@@renes9966 Superior suspension.
I was waiting for it Mark, thumbs up and watching
I was going to go for the forza 350, but since seeing one of these I am ordering one tomorrow. Great looking scooter. 👌
Great review that left no doubt about the capabilities of this scooter very impressive - both your review and the scooter.
Thanks yes this is my favorite mid size scooter now 🙂
Nice looking scoot there mark. Again thanks for the upload. 👍😀🇬🇧
Many thanks 👍👍
I got a cancelled order a few months ago, great scoot and a great review
have a matt grey one,6 weeks old now,had to order and pay small deposit to my local honda dealer. very pleased,also have royal enfield meteor bought just before christmas.
Two perfect bikes there John 😊
Interesting Combo, mine'll share the garage with my Himalayan 😁
My wife and I recently lived in Malta and had a new Kymco X-Town 300i ABS Scooter there, but since we moved to the north of Scotland I have been thinking again about buying a 300-350cc Scooter. I miss the two wheels a lot.
Thanks Mark...
And the sunshine!! 😐
@@inquisitive1911 Yes, I miss the sunshine! I ordered the ADV and it will arrive in January 2023!
When my Vespa GTS300 broke down three weeks ago and there was a three week wait to get it fixed, I bought one of these. Lovely bit of kit.
Great review Mark I’m enjoying mine perfect little run around and cheap to run. Going to UK on it soon.
Thanks David ...it's my favorite mid size scooter
Great stuff!
You always do a fantastic job.
Thank you! Cheers!
that "light offroad" looks like what I take my FZ-09 on more often than I plan.
A great review. Your knowledge and enthusiasm shines through.
Many thanks Chris 😊
I’ve put a black arrow exhaust on mine and a Givi backrest looks good Mark. 😊
Currently I have a Vespa GTS300 which I love, the Honda is very tempting though, good review.
Two months in on mine and like the Forza found the screen to small, fitted larger with foil and 70mph with visor open is now possible, rear shocks do not seem to have any preload adjustment which is unusual but not tried 2 up yet so maybe okay.
Glad you mentioned two up riding, Mark, good to know it's got enough poke & is comfy. Agree that a top box would help the experience. Two really good videos, Honda UK got their money's worth.
P.S. did you pop in for a cup of tea with Harry Redknapp when you got to Sandbanks? 😉
Haha I should have knocked on Harry's door !
I’m interested in one of these mark nice Matt finish no polishing needed and like the route 👍🏻
Many thanks 👍
Great video, beautiful rides❤
Thanks Mark for the video, i have a Forza 250 and i'm really considering changing to the ADV350.
Thanks victor my pleasure 😊
Right about leg height also find it awkward turning at low speeds maybe the wide front tyre. Have wondered about fitting lowering links on rear suspension.
You said it in a nutshell Honda reliability and build quality I’ve never owned a Honda that ever gave me issue
Nice review. Used to own a SH300 (and later a TMax) alongside some bigger bikes. I tried the mid side Forza a while back but found it a bit cramped for my 6ft1, perhaps this ADV model would be more spacious. I now have a Forza 750 which is far more comfortable and roomy, especially for taking a pillion, and it gives pretty much the same economy, from an engine which has twice the power. Against that, it costs twice as much if you add luggage, and it has a chain..
All lovely bikes. Choose which suits your needs.
Thanks Robert yes that 750 engine gives great economy:)
I'm 6ft2 and looking to try this ADV350 soon...so not thrilled to read you found other similar bikes a bit cramped, especially as I plan to do a fair bit of 2-up riding. I can't afford the X-ADV 750 as much as I'd like one. I've also been looking at the CB500X but it's just more than I need, really, even though in many ways it's better.
@@MoleskinemanDid you try it? I'm 6'7 and was recommended this one. X-ADV seems fine but heavy, Forza 350 had my knees on the handle bars though. Very curious about this ADV 350 but they're rare as hen's teeth in dealerships.
Great video! I want the X-ADV but as my first bike I think I’ll get this and work my way up, Thank you!
Ok jay yes this will be perfect;)
Cheers mark
Great review, only problem is try finding one !
Impressive. Good video. Thanks for posting/sharing. Cheers!
I’m super impressed with this bike. I need this as a second bike 😎
It would be great as a second bike 😉
Congrats for your video !!!!! NIce job matte !!!!
Many thanks:)
Great review
Very nice honda scooter adv 350cc best scooter I've seen for age's mark great review 👍 ride safe
Thanks Andrew it's my favorite mid size scooter
Nice review just wish we could get it in the USA
Got one of the first in jan. Great bike. Like it better than the tracker 700 I just sold. I did encounter buffering but have cut the screen down and use a seat pad to raise me up so nice clean air now. Handling brilliant. Cvt great. Easy and comfy. I'd rather to for a long ride on this than the tracer. Even Honda broadband for Sat nav Google maps directions in headset. It's got it all going on.
Thanks David 😁
Hi Mark. Another good review. I enjoy your reviews. I'm 5'9" but only 28" inseam, so like to note your seating position to get an idea how my feet touch down by gauging yours.
Is there any chance you can get hold of a Kymco AT 550 for a test ride review?
Hi yes I've been trying to get a go on a kymco but they are thin on the ground where I am ...I'll keep looking :)
The only drawback of this scooter is the very stiff rear suspension. Other than that is a great scooter.
Thank u very much for the review!
Bought my new X Max 300 Tech Max Silver thanks to this channel. This scooter seems like a good choice too, but for me Yamaha is Yamaha (for scooters).
Both are great bikes or even best in class but Honda gives 5 years of warranty which makes all the difference to me.
G'day Mark, my last comment was a bit over the top, have to blame the drink, sorry mate, that scooter is perfect for around town and short road trips, now with fuel going up and up in price the scooter is the way to go for that day to day traveling, and with the fact you can ride all year round in Australia, more will be seen on our roads, cheers mate, Neil 🤠.
Thanks Neil 😊
Great Video I want that Bikes but No Money to buy.
Looks great, seems to be the best compromise for size and practicality. I love the mat paint finish but wonder how easily it gets marked. I guess you can't just polish a scratch out on that finish?
The matt finishes are a nightmare my MRS has a red one. Avoid. I went with the silver one as its the only one that is gloss
Beautiful color!❣️
Great video I'm looking at this scooter but like the new burgman better what u think
Hi Trevor the burgman 400 is great but the suspension on the adv is more compliant for bumpy roads... depends on the deal you can get...the adv may be in short supply at the moment
I'd personally get the Honda
Best regards mark
I like how your reviews are consistent Mark. I see another bike, I see a similar structure, places, walkthrough, the "final thoughts". Keep the reviews comming :) I want to buy adv 350 in the spring. What's your take on the red paint maintenance? I am thinking alternatively about silver one from a practical point of view, though I like the red one more.
Hi Tom paint maintenance is easy really on these being honda quality..it's a Matt finish so just a wash with quality shampoo and a wipe over will be absolutely fine
Best wishes mark
I've just bought one on Koh Samui, Thailand, on the road price 194,000 baht, which is 4630.50 pounds, good value.
great video! Subscribed :)
Many thanks for the sub 🙂
Nice bike as always
Hi again Mark. Only just seen this review. Going to watch review for the ADV 750 in a moment.
Just wanted to ask, does this loose much power with a pillion or does it hold its power well when carrying?
Hi no absolutely fine
I took a passenger heavier than me and it still went very well,no probs 👍
Impressive, strange to see 90 mph also the response from the Honda clutchless thingy. Would definitely consider one for local runs.
Picking a standard 350 Forza up on Monday to go touring on! Think it will be fne. First trip, Wild Atlantic Way.
@@mikeamos5296 You'll be fine. I live in Cornwall and my 350 Forza has toured Wales twice, plus the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Purchased new in August last year and now approaching 10k miles
Thank you very much for the detailed review ! I was thinking about getting a forza 350 but the ADV seems even better. Do you think that the smaller windscreen makes that much of a difference for a daily highway comuting ? Would you "highly" recommend the Forza for that kind of use or can the ADV be just fine ? Thanks :)
Hi yes I'd go for the adv it's just as good as the Forza but with more compliant suspension for bumpy roads:)
Many thanks mark
@@markpulling12 Many thanks to you !!
And Givi offers a wider and taller windscreen for a decent price.
Excellent vid and review.
Many thanks 👍
Sandbanks ferry: never seen it before. Or Studland. Obviously a great scooter. Oddly, it isn't available in Thailand yet? Twist and go and long travel suspension is the perfect combination for the city. I will continue to crash and bang over the bumps on my Aerox 155.
Excellent Video indeed
Once again Honda has done a great job.
The Bergman has more storage and can fit a back support on the seat.
Hi Mark, can l ask, what bike do you own now, thanks great reviews as always by the way!
Hi Neil
Tracer 9 GT and KTM 390 Duke ;)
Very nice review.
I have ADV 150 but 350 much better nice review
Shame Honda spared on fitting parking brake. Always find it very helpful especially on bigger cc scooters, besides that good looking well priced scooter and this is telling from Big Xadv owner point of view 😉
Nice review and I have bought one too! One nitpick is that the traction control tends to default to full after every start. Annoying!
Just wish we could get it here in the States
Hi Mark, really enjoying your vids mate, keep 'em coming. Just wondering where that off roady track is? Cheers!
Hi it's on the studland side of sandbanks going into rempstone forest :) cheers mark
@@markpulling12 ah gotcha, thanks for responding so quickly. I picked up an Aprilia SR GT 125 yesterday which is also meant to have some off road chops so might take it there so it can put it's money where it's mouth is :)
Cheers!
@@Clapham888 it's only a short track down to a farm it's not really a byway open to all traffic ... Shaftesbury drove Salisbury or Salisbury plain is good 👍
Just like a forza 360 only thing I'd carry over would be the better suspension... I have been on a rough gravel road on forza and a bit hairy... the bike does shift though.
I wonder if honda will up the power to 40 - 50hp in the forza 350 before it becomes to much like a bike with chain drive.
9.45 my pillions HATE top boxes, panniers etc as they can't swing their leg round to get on.
Verry nice video👍 i am a biker since 30 years. But I always loved scooters, even 50cc for just going to the beach or something. For a couple of years ago a bought a aprilia 300 max. I liked the looks and the performance was ok BUT it was to small/cramped. At that time i hade 40 km to work, now just 15 km. so instead of my 150 hp bikes a like to get a new scooter. I’m a typical swede, 185cm and 100 kg. So the question, is the Honda adv bigger, more legroom than the aprilia? Thanks 🙏🏻
Hi thanks for the comment
Yes the adv Honda is quite big so should have more leg room than your Aprilia
Best wishes mark
Mark, could you do a big Europe tour on one of these?
Hi mark ....yes most definitely 😁
It's very comfortable...will sit at 70 mph all day
Best regards
BEST MAN
ON RUclips !!!!!
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Many thanks 👍
Great review again and a lovely looking bike. How would you compare it to an Xmax 300 for 30 mile commuting? Or would you prefer something bigger for that kind of distance?
Hi Rob it's the same for a 30 mile commute as the xmax only the suspension on the adv is better more compliant for UK roads :)
Cheers mark
I had an Xmax 300 and would not have another until they make it safe to ride on unlit roads. Just ordered an ADV350 to replace my Forza 300
@@ongar93 What's up with it? Lights useless?
@@robhall5622 Yep, I can vouch for that. I ran an X-MAx 300 for 3 years and it was generally very good but the lights in winter were simply not fit for purpose. The first time on a dark lane I put it on full beam, I thought they were broken, but no! Many owners on the forums complained. I'm glad you asked the question about how it compares to the XMax as I was going to ask the same as I'm very tempted by the ADV. It looks a step up in many respects on the XMax and is actually cheaper!
Seeing I watched the other 350 video again, I thought I'd watch this one a second time, too. I certainly wouldn't go off-road on it. All that body work. I think this bike could replace both my 390 and 155. Leave the 950 for real trips. I suspect that, assuming I bought one, I'd opt for riding the 350 most of the time.
Thanks Mark, I was thinking about upgrading from my forza 300 2018 model. I do like the big electric screen on mine and as the mirrors are mounted on the fairing with built-in indicators. I use a tanano waterproof leg shield which is essential for all year round commuting. This would look odd on the xadv 350. I think my forza 300 is slightly shorter and narrower too. In fact the xadv 750 is not much bigger and more powerful. Anyway interesting and detailed review.
I've ridden quite a lot of miles on all these bikes. The 750 has literally twice the power. You'd notice a huge difference, though this may be irrelevant if you ride in town a lot or don't take a pillion. As a commuter, the 750 is probably overkill unless you have a 15+ mile journey on fast roads.
The Forza 300 is a lovely bike. I just didn't find it big enough and it was slower compared to my 2010 SH300i. The latest 350 (really 330cc) engine is a bit more powerful and arguably takes performance back to the levels of 15 years ago on the SH300 before emissions started reducing the output. Perhaps this is a sweet spot in the range in terms of what you get per £...?
@@robertmarsh3588 Hiya, I haven't ridden the new nc750 range /engine. I used to ride through London a nc700 early one so its dct was a bit rubbish, couldn't make up its mind which gear to go in and it blooming heavy and boaty around the bends! I like a cvt scooter and yes 350 would hit the sweet spot! I still have an urge to splash out on a tmax 530 but they so expensive even second hand. Guess I will just keep mine now its paid for. Oh I did rest ride the sh300 but didn't find it any swifter than the forza 300 at the time but haven't ridden the very old sh300 I hear good things about them and they do 50k miles or more if looked after.
If you just was Commuting
Or going to Tescos would you
Take this or The Forza?
Also i think the 8,000 mile service
Intervals are good , but generally
The Annual Service tends to arrive
First !
Hi Jeffrey just for commuting probably the Forza would just win because of its smaller profile
Was advised to place a deposit on one, 6-8 weeks wait but could be more like 10. No demo, and Honda to raise price in Q2.
Hello Mark,
A question for you. I have a large adventure bike but am considering selling it, renting the same for annual European tours, but buying myself a mid-size scooter, my main focus being the Adv 350 and the Forza 350. Appearance-wise, and also due to the wide bars, I much prefer the Adv but I realise that you compromise on weather protection v's the Forza. I would mainly use the scooter for fun and local jaunts, but would also occasionally use it to commute approx. 40 miles each way, most of which would be the M25, M23 and A20. There are very few of the Adv or Forza 350 around for test rides so I am very interested in your thoughts, mainly whether I should go for the Forza over the Adv, or just get the Adv and put up with the shortcomings? I note below that you gave the Adv the green light to a similar question, but maybe my (Occasional) commute length would make a difference? I'm 5'10", 90-ish kg and regular inside leg...
Thanks.
Hi Simon ...well tough choice as both are brilliant machines...I think the adv is a very unique style and feel ..and due to its wide bars and slightly off road ability it would be a better bet maybe in the winter conditions we get ....that being said if the two were put in front of me and I had to choose I'd go for the Forza just ! ...just love it's weather protection, electric screen
Best wishes mark
Nice review. Kind of.bummed about.the seat height. Too tall for us under 5'7. By the way, also wondering aboit.the lean angle ability for slow speeds and how quickly it would maneuver around something and then to a safe stop. Thank you!
Hi it manoeuvres quickly due to the small wheels so it would be very safe in that respect cheers mark
Hi. There is another UK based reviewer, 5.1ft tall and he showed he can stand on its toe balls on it. I am just as that tall, I have 32" inseam height and I am sure I can stand on it without issues. Unfortunately, I was on market for a Tricity 300 due to not having a motorcycle licence, so no testing it by me yet, but this ADV is so appealing. I think that the price difference, would cover my riding school and exams, plus buying a good cover, strong chain and disc locks, and a monimoto GPS tracker for this bike. Also, I could get some serious discount through a gov. program, called "the wreck". I have an old car which if I scrap, I can receive more than 1000GBP discount. The unpleasant part is the paperwork and too much bureaucracy, wandering between dealer, police registration office, tax office and scrapyard.
Older video but I have to ask. That handlebar looks tilted a bit to left when you riding straight .. Or or is just action camera distortion.. Very nice bike overall, thinking of getting alternative model from Kymco, the model is DTX 360.
Yes it's definitely the camera 📸
Cheers mark
Can you do the review on kawasaki zx10r Mark? If yes please
I'll see if I can get hold of one :)
The ADV350 and the Forza350 are both great, but I bought the often overlooked SH350. Identical engine and transmission but the bike is lighter, with bigger wheels for a smoother ride, and a step through bodywork that's great for those with hip and knee problems. It also rides like a motorbike and, even if I could get my leg over (!) a maxi scooter, I think I'd still plump for the SH350.
The SH350 lacks storage which is why they come with a top box usually. The Piaggio Beverly 400 has a similar style but more substance, I'd plump for that. I just wish Piaggio also did an ADV style scooter. I know some think they're silly like fake SUVs but as a tall person, I like their extra height and adjustability a lot.
Is it quicker in acceleration?
@@TronciM I'd say similar, but as it's lighter it may well be quicker.
you've tested the Forza 350 also in your opinion which would you say the best out of the two? at 1st I wasn't keen on the ADV but it has grown on me. I ride two up most of the time. I currently have the Forza 750 and after my Scotish tour next year I'm thinking of down sizing to the 350, I also have the NC750S which I'll use for longer runs. also I'm retired so I don't commute and I don't ride in winter months once the road salt is laid down, I use the car.
Hi John tough choice as both are great but tbh I don't really see myself going off road on a scooter and the Forza ,350 is my favourite mid size maxi scooter so that's the one I would recommend
Best regards mark
Are the handlebars high enough that a 6'3 guys thighs won't reach the grips when I turn? On my kymco 400i my knees are just half a foot away from the grips and when I turn the grips hit my thigh so I have to spread my legs more to avoid that from happening.
Hi Bernard yes you should be fine
In my time I've owned a Burgman 400, Tmax, Burgman 650, XADV750 and currently a SH300. I love the weather protection, ease of cleaning, minimal maintenance, storage. Very likely the ADV 350 will be next. Hey! Don't believe the Speedo! Mine says 90, but my gps says 80mph.....
I'm in Canada those are not here yet but I hear they are coming. I'm 5 5 so it would be to tall a seat height for me. So I'm leaning more toward a Honda Forza 350 (which I hear has a shorter seat height and can fit two full-face helmets underneath the seat.. Or Yamaha XMax 350, the seat height will be the deciding factor.
Thanks Mark, recent scoot was a Sym maxsym 400i and it was brilliant. Replaced it with a nc750x dct but as my legs get more weary I've been thinking of going back to a scoot. This adv offering seems very convincing! Thanks 👍
Ok Ben thanks 🙂👍
hi. I had the maxsym 400I. Sold it and bought the 2022 maxsym 500TL Honestly, it's no where near a the comfort and wind protection as the 400i. The 500TL is sporty and fun to ride, but not for long distances. the seat isn't as soft and comfortable, no backrest for the pillion. and the under seat storage can barely hold 1 full face helmet, where the 400i could fit 2 full face helmets. all the best with wear you decide to purchase. make it your own and have fun . safe riding.