Great review as always Mark. What a lovely bike. Enough power, comfy, LED lights, economy, great storage... If most people were honest this would satisfy all of their 2-wheeled transport needs. If only ego didn't get in the way..
I've been looking forward to your review on the ADV 350. As always it's spot on. No daft music, no ego & no bollocks.The format covers everything succinctly. Thanks Mark.
Mark, can you please tell me if you had any issues with the size of steering bar, comparing to forza 350. I mean in town/city use, filtering etc, and in terms on manouverability? Thanks for your opinion!
Just watched this again, Mark. A friend has bought one in Thailand, and he's bowled over by it. Very experienced biker, as well. He raves about the suspension. Important here, as the roads can be bad off the main routes.
Not really a scooter person but that's gotta be one of the nicer designs ever. I think Honda made a smart decision with this idea. I wish you did a review ever day Mark, always something interesting.
"...best suspension I have tried on a mid-size maxi scooter...". As an X-Max 300 owner, I started to cry here, for a better suspension. I am, however very happy to see a very nice, detailed review out here. Big kudos and keep up the good work!
Same. The front never gave me any problems but the rear sends a shock through your spine every time you hit a pothole. At 6´1" I wish there was more space for my feet to stretch out too. And maybe 5-10hp more would be even better.
Hi mark, I've had a silver one for about 6weeks. First in n.ireland. So good I've already sold my tra cer700 and vanvan125. Easy, comfy, pretty fast, smooth.I've actually cut the screen down a few inches as I hate any buffering at all and even in it's lowest there w as still a bit. Twist and go is so good.. You'd think you'd miss gears but they're only hassle. Great suspension though I've let a few psi out of the rear tyre to make it a bit softer. The initial advertising said the rears were adjustable but as you say they aren't. I like this better than any previous biks.
Thank you Mark for making sure I made the right choice 😉 I've already bought one (ordered previous year). I had oportunity to test last week and I like it much. Windscreen is not too small (I'm 185). Legroom is very OK. Do not expect the comfort of the couch - the suspension does not float, but it is also not too hard. The steering wheel is wide and the driving position is easy to maneuver. A very manoeuvrable motorcycle. The suspension, also the rear one, is not adjustable. It takes little strength to put it on a central stand. Excellent acceleration. Important: many people literally read the marketing message that this is an "off-road" motorcycle. No, it's not. But if you want, you can go it into the field. Like with any other motorcycle. Note that thanks to the fact that you have steering bar there and not some bizarre volant, you can easily mount a GPS or smartphone. Super construction.
I have a Honda SH350i - it has the same engine, I get 70 mpg out of it and it tops out at an indicated 82 mph (say 74 mph with speedo error removed). The thing I like about this ADV is the larger fuel tank - the SH350 only has a 9.1 Lt tank so range anxiety sets in at 120 miles. Also, the ADV has more storage space under the seat, however the SH350 came with a rack so I could attack my Givi top box plate on without having to buy a rack.
I have actually been waiting for you to review this bike. Got to say that I am really tempted to trade my NC750X in for one of these now, as it ticks all of the boxes for my needs. I sat on this bike at the MCN show and was really impressed with the riding position compared to my bike, so I guess I will have to contact my local Honda dealer and get a test ride soon! Thanks for the review Mark.
Wow that's a statement. This ADV 350 must be good. You wouldn't quite get the same pull as the NC 750, but from what I've seen the ADV 350 still has a good little bit of poke. And what a great little bike this seems! 😎
Mark, I saw at least 20 of your reviews and enjoy them very much. They are very informative and offer more information than most of the reviews I see on YT. But often i feel there is some lack of negative points comparing them to other bikes in the class. No bike is perfect and I think this might be valuable to people who want to purchase the bike.
At last a decent uk review of the adv350 (sorry mcn no offence!). My Touring Mate had big bike crash 4 months ago and can only use one leg so he bought a Vespa. I borrowed a demo bmw c400x for a ride with him and now hooked on maxi scooters. So much so i ordered the ADV350 one month ago, hoping arrives April. The Ducati likely to gather dust when that arrives.
Hi Mark, im struggling to find out whether the LCD screen shows any satnv turn signals when you use hondasync app or whether you can activate any satnav settings from the handlebar controls. Nothing on youtube and the honda usergude is not yet available for download. If you get chance to test that in next review be grateful. I dont think iphone compatible just android. Probably just music and phone but i have seen reference to satnav control. Maybe the buttons drive your phone screen?
With petrol approaching £9 a gallon as I type (March 2022) I can only see a bright future and a huge demand for these bikes. And why not? Incredibly frugal, jump on-jump off practicality, and storage too. I suspect you'll be lucky to get your hands on one within a few months.....
Thanks for your usual very informative review! I find your reviews much more useful than many others - they seem to give a better impression of the bike/scoot. I think you managed to answer the question I have about these - at the moment I have no less than TWO Tmaxs which is a bit OTT for the riding I do, so I'm thinking of getting rid of one. Whilst I definitely won't go off-road, I do use a lot of bumpy crappy back roads, and I've found that some previous mid-sized scoots have REAL problems when you get on that sort of road - they just can't cope. With the better suspension of the ADV350, there seems a good chance that this will be better, given your findings that the suspension is quality and that its worth buying over the Forza 350 due to its better suspension. All I've got to do now is get over that inner voice that reminds me that I've hated both Hondas that I've owned, and not liked many of the others I've ridden! But I do have a Honda dealer 3 miles away, unlike many other brands (eg Yamaha!).
Hi mark. Thats a very good review. I ordered mine last Saturday. It's the same colour as the one in your test. I've been told to expect it in six weeks.
Nice review Mark. I have bought a grey one 4 weeks ago. had the S H 350 for about 6 months.a fine machine 1 or 2 up, I knew the A D V 350 would be good as its the same well proven power unit. I liked the looks and suspension,proper front forks etc. I initially chose red to order,but as time went on liked the grey. best wishes.
amazing review!, ive just started looking for a new bike, initially i was considering a new forza and then i spotted this the other month in the bike mag. I am putting a deposit down at the end of the month i hope. Ive been off a bike for 5 years, my last as a triumph street cup 900, ive always loved a good mid size scooter, but this looks fantastic, so excited!
Superb review Mark as always. I understand you have some exciting new ones coming soon.Seems like all the main dealers are after you and that’s no surprise. So good to get clear accurate facts rather than silly antics like so many on here do.Keep up the great work😀😀
Well done Honda UK for spotting you're a leading V-logger, Mark, & lending you a scooter! I really enjoyed this review, but then don't I always? Very thorough, you covered all the important technical points & highlighted the ride quality under different conditions. I might actually consider one of these as a daily ride, they seem so practical yet still fun when you want it. Must watch your 'final thoughts' video next.
Another comprehensive review, not been subscribed long , but your review of the Honda nc750dtc pushed me to order one, might be a couple of months before it arrives. Thanks again.
Best UK motorcycle reviewer on RUclips. I am considering this scooter or a second-hand pre-2019 X adv 750, I guess zipping around town this has the edge but two up and longer journeys the bigger one? In your opinion Mark does the bigger one lose a lot of agility compared to this one ?
Hi Paul the bigger x adv..is heavier ,maybe a little bit less agile and heavier to manoeuvre,. but it has greater touring ability...it's doing like 4k rpm at 70 mph whereas this is doing 7 k...but this 350 is still a very capable scooter... great vfm Cheers mark
For me cvt is perfect. I had Africa twin dct for 2yr. Its good but I was swapping modes a lot to suit the type of road coming up. The cvt just is simpler. Smoother and never in the wrong gear. Despite the higher revs the engines never feel stressed. Designed to run around peak torque all the time. My max 300 is more relaxed at 70 than my interceptor with almost double the power. Also 105 to 110mpg . But I tend to stick to speed limits.
@@markpulling12 Do you feel like the bike is being over worked at 7k? Is there much vibration? Could you ride all day doing 70 mph or is it too much to ask of the 350?
I have one. It's outstanding. Once people get over the 'it's not a real motorbike' snobbery and actually get on it for a test drive, I predict they will be won over very quickly.
I have never thought much of scooters, until now.Quite impressive, looked good in the grey color.I would like to hear your opinion/review of the Kawasaki versys x-300, cheers.
Great review Mark, The MPG, huge under seat storage, town/commuter & touring capability for someone like me who has a long term spinal condition is a winner all day long + its stable at high speeds with little or no vibration, this would be my choice of scooter - I would love to see you ride it on the twisty mountains roads on Gran Canaria to see how it handles.....any chance?
I could be sorely tempted by it's big brother as age catches up, but not yet. The extra feature of the night riding is an excellent addition to your comprehensive reviewing, nice one. Backlit switches should be much more common on bikes by now, what with all the extra functionality on the bars. It's ridiculous fumbling around in the dark nowadays.
Why do you need to be older. Cvt is brilliant. Have a bike or 3 as well. When I.m out I think I need shopping. On scoot you fit it all under seat. Low down and secure. And surprisingly quick from low power. In the torque all the time so they fly. For the power anyway. Not an r1
@@zedcharlie You don't need to be, but since I am riding on and offroad, then going to a scooter will only happen when my knees/back/neck dictate (gotta have that ground clearance)
@@Hutchie2112 No way most scoots goodcoff road. Not sure the honda adv 350 would be either. 😀👍 could give me a better ride quality on rough roads though. Cheers mate.
Good review Mark, now l know where all the recycled plastic bottles go, to make a HONDA 350cc scooter, the new designs of scooter make them look more like a sports bike, cheers mate, Neil.
Tried it a few months ago. It weights 3 kg more than my Suzuki Inazuma 250, yet it felt lighter both for moving it without using the motor and for riding it, i guess it's the lower gravity center since it's got the fuel deposit on the bottom part.
Fabulous looking machine and so much better value than the 750! I like that this section of the market is offering bikes with useable accessible power without the excess which makes so many machines overly expensive and in some cases " pointless" without riding into licence losing territory..the price is exceptional for Honda Quality Thanks for such a comprehensive introduction to this model .. I'm slowly coming round to the idea of changing my bike to a scooter for the added comfort and touring ability and machines like this, The Forza, and others in the segment seem like great value to me and where 350 cc bikes are small and modest powered, this size really nails it!!
this or cb500x? 90% is going to be commuting to work and back all year long, and some short rides on the weekends, no longer than 60-70miles one way. Nice review Mark
Hi Chris wooo though choice..the cb500x is one of the benchmark all rounders but considering your doing 90% commuting I'd go for the twist and go adv as it's so easy for traffic etc and still good suspension for our not that good roads Cheers mark
As a lifetime rider of motorcycles, I currently have a Bmw R1200gs with all the toys but at nearly 76 I wonder if I should be going towards a bike like this. I do find the gs a bit of a handful these days.
I'm 74, for years I had a scooter for local or short runs & a motorbike for long runs or a blast in the Alpes. When I got my first Forza 350 I started to enjoy it more than the bike the only problem with the Forza was the front suspension, now the ADV has arrived its game over for the motorbike. Try the ADV 350 you won't look back.
Hi Mark, great review and I watched your review of the Forza 350 as well. I am really torn between them and am having to buy them blind. What would make you choose one over the other?
So are the front indicators on all the time, or only at night? And while they're on, the rear ones aren't? That's what I think I can see in the video. Thanks for the thorough review of this Mark. Pending a test ride and seeing if I fit, I'm almost convinced I'm going to pick one up.
Mark Is the control knob that locks the steering deactivated ie; unablemto be turned,when the remote fob is out of range of the bike? Another great review BTW,thanks again
Great review Mark 👍 as I’m looking for a scooter to take along with our motorhome would you say the Forza 350 or this ADV 350 would be your choice as I will also carry a passenge? Cheers .
I’m so torn between this and the XADV 750. I got get this brand new or a used XADV 750. I suppose the winning factor would be, how is it for the pillion? I’ve head that the 350 is much better for pillion riders than the 750. The 750 pillion sits a bit higher so they get more wind resistance? Be great to get your guys insights.
I hired an X-ADV 750 for a test drive, great ride, but a bit hot between the legs (in Thailand) as the engine is mid mounted and laden with electronics to potentially go wrong. Under seat storage is much reduced, the price is more than double and it's very heavy to push around. Personally, I think the X-ADV is a bit OTT and unnecessary as the ADV 350 is a great all-rounder and plenty powerful enough for normal road use. I did the same test drive hire for the ADV 350 and couldn't fault it, a no brainer for me. The wife joined me for a week out of my 7-week / 7,000km trip around Thailand on my Forza 350, no complaints about comfort riding pillion with a very similar seat and height as the ADV. I find the ADV is a better ride, balance & handling than the Forza, pity it lost the electric windscreen, integrated wing mirrors and huge lockable glove box though. I'm considering a Yamaha T-Max 560 as an alternative to the ADV 350, not test ridden it yet so can't say if it's better.
Another great review Mark. Had a Yamaha xmax300, these midi scoots are brilliant for year round commuting.. It looks like the suspension/brakes/tyres on the ADV look a cut above its competitors?
Mark, great review as always . I’m looking for a maxi scooter for commuting. 17 mile each way mainly 70 and 50 MPH roads. Between this, the forza 350 and the xmax 300 which would you recommend ?
Hi I'd go for the adv 350 just because it's suspension is more compliant for our bumpy roads they all perform well but the adv just wins for me Cheers mark
Forza 350 & ADV are both great scooters, I'm selling my Forza just ordered a grey ADV it was the front suspension & straight bars on the ADV that won. I will miss the electric screen.
Do you know if the top case is quick release? That would sell me on the case. Probably watched this video about twenty times now I’m really liking this. Honda should give you a commission on every one they sell because of your reviews
Fantastic video Mark! Loved the night riding part (I haven't checked myself but GoPro might have some settings to make that look better). Unrelated question: I've seen you with different visors throughout your videos (at least I believe so). Do you change them out on the same helmet, or do you have different helmets with different visors? Thanks! Always look forward to your videos.
Hi Harrison...yes I'll look to see if my GoPro 7 has a night mode ...can't say I've seen it before...yes I chop and change my visors sometimes but always wear the same helmet as that has all the vlogging gear in it Cheers mark
These are very tempting, but I'm waiting for is something between the 125/155 class and the 300/350 class. I'm talking about for Thailand. My ideal would be a 225 cc with its weight and dimensions and price between the two mentioned classes. It's more likely to happen in the Asian market. Great screen on the 350. Good dash and very well-equipped. With that underseat storage you don't need a top case. In the meantime, I'll stick with my nippy Yamaha Aerox 155, with its dreadful suspension. The usual thorough review.
You are going to be waiting a long time unless you are willing to buy a start-up brand (with possible problems and poor re-sale) like GPX. Good luck in your quest anyway.
Looks good. I'm pleased this is a bit bigger than the Forza. I tried a 300 a while ago and found it cramped. I'd really consider one of these apart from the fact I already bought a Forza 750 (and I ride a lot with a pillion).
looks ok but nothing to wright home about , but the down fall is the small gas tank at 11 liters when others have 13 and 13.5 liter gas tanks. Calling it a ADV scooter think they would be going larger on the gas tank not smaller. Is the front storage lockable, that is one point where the Burgman is lacking. Should do some side by side on these the XMax 300, Burgman 400, and the Honda ADV 350 For range the XMax looks pretty good.
If you don’t mind me asking Mark, what is your inseam ? I’m 5”6 with a 29 inch inseam, would like the ADV rather than the standard forza but no stock anywhere to actually sit on one.
@@markpulling12 thanks for the reply for me greatest plus of the Forza would be seat height (I am 174cm tall/short :-)) and the wind shielding... Wife sat on it said it was very comfy... Only doubt lie in tmhow hard the suspensions might be... Thanks again for your time and for your reviews
Mark, can you please tell me if you had any issues with the size of steering bar, comparing to forza 350. I mean in town/city use, filtering etc, and in terms on manouverability? Thanks for your opinion!
Hi tomasz...no didn't have any issues with the wide bars with regard to traffic filtering etc...if anything they help with better handling:) Cheers mark
Thanks for the review Mark. You always do a nice job. I owned a Vespa Piaggio for @ least 5yrs. It was a nice scooter, but I could never get the feeling of being safe on it when getting @ highway speeds. I still own a Yamaha Vino 125 & really enjoy it on my country roads since i'm just doing slow sight-seeing. My point is that if i'm going fast I prefer to have a tank between my leg's to feel more secure. So since I have other bikes above 1100cc, the Vespa had to go. I am not trying to put maxi type scooters down as they might be perfect for some people; their just not for me. Just my take/experience. Have a beautiful day! Illinois, USA P.S. I also own a Honda Monkey & I'll let you quess which one I like best between it & the Vino.
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Great review as always Mark. What a lovely bike. Enough power, comfy, LED lights, economy, great storage... If most people were honest this would satisfy all of their 2-wheeled transport needs. If only ego didn't get in the way..
Thanks Peter well said 😊☺️
How true Peter.
Agree with you Peter👍
I've been looking forward to your review on the ADV 350. As always it's spot on. No daft music, no ego & no bollocks.The format covers everything succinctly. Thanks Mark.
Mark, can you please tell me if you had any issues with the size of steering bar, comparing to forza 350. I mean in town/city use, filtering etc, and in terms on manouverability? Thanks for your opinion!
Just watched this again, Mark. A friend has bought one in Thailand, and he's bowled over by it. Very experienced biker, as well. He raves about the suspension. Important here, as the roads can be bad off the main routes.
Not really a scooter person but that's gotta be one of the nicer designs ever. I think Honda made a smart decision with this idea.
I wish you did a review ever day Mark, always something interesting.
Many thanks ..i wish i had a bike to review everyday too !!
"...best suspension I have tried on a mid-size maxi scooter...". As an X-Max 300 owner, I started to cry here, for a better suspension. I am, however very happy to see a very nice, detailed review out here. Big kudos and keep up the good work!
Many thanks 😊👍
Same. The front never gave me any problems but the rear sends a shock through your spine every time you hit a pothole. At 6´1" I wish there was more space for my feet to stretch out too. And maybe 5-10hp more would be even better.
Hi mark, I've had a silver one for about 6weeks. First in n.ireland. So good I've already sold my tra cer700 and vanvan125. Easy, comfy, pretty fast, smooth.I've actually cut the screen down a few inches as I hate any buffering at all and even in it's lowest there w as still a bit. Twist and go is so good.. You'd think you'd miss gears but they're only hassle. Great suspension though I've let a few psi out of the rear tyre to make it a bit softer. The initial advertising said the rears were adjustable but as you say they aren't. I like this better than any previous biks.
Sold your VanVan!
Thanks David glad it's going well...you must have been one of the first to have one then 😉
You’ve convinced me Mark, ordered mine today, even the dealer can’t give a delivery date yet, thanks 🙏
Great choice Adrian
I always wanted one. Looks like great fun! Every youtuber should be required to watch one of your reviews. Learn to do it right, guys!
Thanks Steve :)
Thank you Mark for making sure I made the right choice 😉 I've already bought one (ordered previous year).
I had oportunity to test last week and I like it much. Windscreen is not too small (I'm 185). Legroom is very OK. Do not expect the comfort of the couch - the suspension does not float, but it is also not too hard. The steering wheel is wide and the driving position is easy to maneuver. A very manoeuvrable motorcycle. The suspension, also the rear one, is not adjustable. It takes little strength to put it on a central stand. Excellent acceleration.
Important: many people literally read the marketing message that this is an "off-road" motorcycle. No, it's not. But if you want, you can go it into the field. Like with any other motorcycle.
Note that thanks to the fact that you have steering bar there and not some bizarre volant, you can easily mount a GPS or smartphone. Super construction.
I have a Honda SH350i - it has the same engine, I get 70 mpg out of it and it tops out at an indicated 82 mph (say 74 mph with speedo error removed). The thing I like about this ADV is the larger fuel tank - the SH350 only has a 9.1 Lt tank so range anxiety sets in at 120 miles. Also, the ADV has more storage space under the seat, however the SH350 came with a rack so I could attack my Givi top box plate on without having to buy a rack.
Good to see an English language review Mark. I'm still torn between this and the Forza. This looks better but the Forza has better weather protection.
I have actually been waiting for you to review this bike. Got to say that I am really tempted to trade my NC750X in for one of these now, as it ticks all of the boxes for my needs.
I sat on this bike at the MCN show and was really impressed with the riding position compared to my bike, so I guess I will have to contact my local Honda dealer and get a test ride soon!
Thanks for the review Mark.
I bet you'd miss the NC.
Thanks Matt let me know what you think 🤔
@@markpulling12 Will do 👍
@@1990-t1j Possibly. The ADV wont replace the grunt I get from the NC, I know that much!
Wow that's a statement. This ADV 350 must be good.
You wouldn't quite get the same pull as the NC 750, but from what I've seen the ADV 350 still has a good little bit of poke.
And what a great little bike this seems! 😎
Great review! The ADV350 looks like a great all around scooters nice power and suspension!
Sold, just contacted my Honda dealer and put my order in : ) great video & review
Great choice Andy :)
That is THE best looking, futuristic scooter I've ever seen.
Mark, I saw at least 20 of your reviews and enjoy them very much. They are very informative and offer more information than most of the reviews I see on YT. But often i feel there is some lack of negative points comparing them to other bikes in the class. No bike is perfect and I think this might be valuable to people who want to purchase the bike.
I agree, there must be a negative about every bike but not on this channel 🤔
At last a decent uk review of the adv350 (sorry mcn no offence!). My Touring Mate had big bike crash 4 months ago and can only use one leg so he bought a Vespa. I borrowed a demo bmw c400x for a ride with him and now hooked on maxi scooters. So much so i ordered the ADV350 one month ago, hoping arrives April. The Ducati likely to gather dust when that arrives.
Thanks Richard ...yes I'm very impressed by the capability of this
Cheers mark
Hi Mark, im struggling to find out whether the LCD screen shows any satnv turn signals when you use hondasync app or whether you can activate any satnav settings from the handlebar controls. Nothing on youtube and the honda usergude is not yet available for download. If you get chance to test that in next review be grateful. I dont think iphone compatible just android. Probably just music and phone but i have seen reference to satnav control. Maybe the buttons drive your phone screen?
@@mysterybiker1717 I'll have a look at the manual for you :)
With petrol approaching £9 a gallon as I type (March 2022) I can only see a bright future and a huge demand for these bikes. And why not? Incredibly frugal, jump on-jump off practicality, and storage too. I suspect you'll be lucky to get your hands on one within a few months.....
Yes I agree....we need more economical bikes like theses
Thanks for your usual very informative review! I find your reviews much more useful than many others - they seem to give a better impression of the bike/scoot. I think you managed to answer the question I have about these - at the moment I have no less than TWO Tmaxs which is a bit OTT for the riding I do, so I'm thinking of getting rid of one. Whilst I definitely won't go off-road, I do use a lot of bumpy crappy back roads, and I've found that some previous mid-sized scoots have REAL problems when you get on that sort of road - they just can't cope. With the better suspension of the ADV350, there seems a good chance that this will be better, given your findings that the suspension is quality and that its worth buying over the Forza 350 due to its better suspension. All I've got to do now is get over that inner voice that reminds me that I've hated both Hondas that I've owned, and not liked many of the others I've ridden! But I do have a Honda dealer 3 miles away, unlike many other brands (eg Yamaha!).
Thanks Tim I'll be uploading another video on this later today
Hi mark. Thats a very good review. I ordered mine last Saturday. It's the same colour as the one in your test. I've been told to expect it in six weeks.
Hi Kenneth.... great choice many thanks 👍
Nice review Mark. I have bought a grey one 4 weeks ago. had the S H 350 for about 6 months.a fine machine 1 or 2 up, I knew the A D V 350 would be good as its the same well proven power unit. I liked the looks and suspension,proper front forks etc. I initially chose red to order,but as time went on liked the grey. best wishes.
Thanks John ... great choice 😊
amazing review!, ive just started looking for a new bike, initially i was considering a new forza and then i spotted this the other month in the bike mag. I am putting a deposit down at the end of the month i hope. Ive been off a bike for 5 years, my last as a triumph street cup 900, ive always loved a good mid size scooter, but this looks fantastic, so excited!
Thanks Mathew yes great choice 😊
Superb review Mark as always. I understand you have some exciting new ones coming soon.Seems like all the main dealers are after you and that’s no surprise. So good to get clear accurate facts rather than silly antics like so many on here do.Keep up the great work😀😀
Thanks nik 😊😊
Well done Honda UK for spotting you're a leading V-logger, Mark, & lending you a scooter!
I really enjoyed this review, but then don't I always? Very thorough, you covered all the important technical points & highlighted the ride quality under different conditions. I might actually consider one of these as a daily ride, they seem so practical yet still fun when you want it. Must watch your 'final thoughts' video next.
Thanks hugh 😁
Another comprehensive review, not been subscribed long , but your review of the Honda nc750dtc pushed me to order one, might be a couple of months before it arrives. Thanks again.
Thanks my pleasure 😊
Again Mark brilliant review, and nice machine.
perfectly perspectives in your video - respect!
As usual the benchmark YT Bike review, all the details and no brochure reading.
Best UK motorcycle reviewer on RUclips. I am considering this scooter or a second-hand pre-2019 X adv 750, I guess zipping around town this has the edge but two up and longer journeys the bigger one? In your opinion Mark does the bigger one lose a lot of agility compared to this one ?
Hi Paul the bigger x adv..is heavier ,maybe a little bit less agile and heavier to manoeuvre,. but it has greater touring ability...it's doing like 4k rpm at 70 mph whereas this is doing 7 k...but this 350 is still a very capable scooter... great vfm
Cheers mark
For me cvt is perfect. I had Africa twin dct for 2yr. Its good but I was swapping modes a lot to suit the type of road coming up. The cvt just is simpler. Smoother and never in the wrong gear. Despite the higher revs the engines never feel stressed. Designed to run around peak torque all the time. My max 300 is more relaxed at 70 than my interceptor with almost double the power. Also 105 to 110mpg . But I tend to stick to speed limits.
@@zedcharlie Thanks for the insight!
@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark!
@@markpulling12 Do you feel like the bike is being over worked at 7k? Is there much vibration? Could you ride all day doing 70 mph or is it too much to ask of the 350?
I have one. It's outstanding. Once people get over the 'it's not a real motorbike' snobbery and actually get on it for a test drive, I predict they will be won over very quickly.
Hi Mark. Great review... ive been trying to lay my eyes on one of these bikes for ages, and I'm in London !
Thanks Jimmy yes they have only just come out ...so they are pretty thin on the ground at the moment:)
Another spot on review Mark, a crackin little bike, I would gladly throw a bit of luggage on that and take it on a decent tour, great Al rounder
Cheers Peter 😄
Thanks for a great review Mark orded one with heated grips smart top box awaiting delivery.
Great choice Colin ... really enjoyed this ... great price too cheers mark
Great review Mark. I wish they will offer this in US.
Yes that's a shame that ....would have thought they would sell really well over there :)
Brilliant Mark I've been waiting for this one, great review as usual.
Thanks David this is now my favorite mid size maxi scooter. :)
I have just part ex my Forza for one 😂it’s your fault lol
@@davideccles1617 haha well done David ....what's the lead/delivery time ?
One arrived yesterday afternoon for the showroom would you believe it’s now mine
@@davideccles1617 wow result David !!
Great review as usual. Honda makes really satisfying 🏍. 🙏👍
I have a 2022 honda adv 150 and love it! Wish we could get the 350 here in the states
I am hoping that they bring these into the states. Thank you for the review.
Thanks Tim yes I'm sure they will sell well in the states ☺️
Hey this was a great review.
I like this bike.
350 honda sounds good/Thank you for your great reviews.
Thanks Kieran:)
I have never thought much of scooters, until now.Quite impressive, looked good in the grey color.I would like to hear your opinion/review of the Kawasaki versys x-300, cheers.
If only it got an Australian release. Got the ADV150 myself and loooking for something more.
Great review Mark, The MPG, huge under seat storage, town/commuter & touring capability for someone like me who has a long term spinal condition is a winner all day long + its stable at high speeds with little or no vibration, this would be my choice of scooter - I would love to see you ride it on the twisty mountains roads on Gran Canaria to see how it handles.....any chance?
I could be sorely tempted by it's big brother as age catches up, but not yet. The extra feature of the night riding is an excellent addition to your comprehensive reviewing, nice one.
Backlit switches should be much more common on bikes by now, what with all the extra functionality on the bars. It's ridiculous fumbling around in the dark nowadays.
Thanks ...yes I had to search a bit for that headlight switch but I'm sure you'd get used to it easily enough
Cheers mark
Why do you need to be older. Cvt is brilliant. Have a bike or 3 as well. When I.m out I think I need shopping. On scoot you fit it all under seat. Low down and secure. And surprisingly quick from low power. In the torque all the time so they fly. For the power anyway. Not an r1
@@zedcharlie You don't need to be, but since I am riding on and offroad, then going to a scooter will only happen when my knees/back/neck dictate (gotta have that ground clearance)
@@Hutchie2112 No way most scoots goodcoff road. Not sure the honda adv 350 would be either. 😀👍 could give me a better ride quality on rough roads though. Cheers mate.
Great review Mark as always.. nice scoot looks a lot of fun 🤩
Thanks Pete it's one of my favs now
Good review Mark, now l know where all the recycled plastic bottles go, to make a HONDA 350cc scooter, the new designs of scooter make them look more like a sports bike, cheers mate, Neil.
Many thanks Neil 🙂
Nice review. North America won't be seeing it on our shores anytime soon though. :(
Very comprehensive review. A shame the suspension at the rear isn’t adjustable for the lighter rider. Certainly worth considering against the 500x.
Thanks final thoughts video coming up soon :)
1:22 The price difference is more than £100 if you factor in the smart top box that comes standard on the Forza350 and is a £600 option on the ADV350.
Although I have started with the ADV 150, I will be waiting for this ADV 350 to come to the USA!!
Thanks Carrie ...yes the 350 is very good 👍
Tried it a few months ago. It weights 3 kg more than my Suzuki Inazuma 250, yet it felt lighter both for moving it without using the motor and for riding it, i guess it's the lower gravity center since it's got the fuel deposit on the bottom part.
Great Review ,
Thanks Mark .
Sat down with my cfo, a decision has not been reached but I think it’s leaning towards a positive
Hi Mark I’m enjoying ADV just had a Arrow exhaust fitted it looks good. Have a nice weekend.
Hi Dave, does it sound much better with the exhaust change. Thanks Andy.
Hi Andy to be honest it sounds the same 🤔however I think it looks better than the standard exhaust that’s just me being OCD
아.. 한국말로 들어보고싶다ㅠ 사고싶은 오토바이~잘봤어요^^
Fabulous looking machine and so much better value than the 750! I like that this section of the market is offering bikes with useable accessible power without the excess which makes so many machines overly expensive and in some cases " pointless" without riding into licence losing territory..the price is exceptional for Honda Quality Thanks for such a comprehensive introduction to this model .. I'm slowly coming round to the idea of changing my bike to a scooter for the added comfort and touring ability and machines like this, The Forza, and others in the segment seem like great value to me and where 350 cc bikes are small and modest powered, this size really nails it!!
Thanks Steve yes these are great machines best wishes mark
If it’s a scooter I’m in
Awesome review 🇦🇺🥇❤️💪🏼
Thanks Stevie ...this one's brilliant 😊
Excellent review!
Great review Mark thanks, this or a maxi scooter ? Comfort/storage/price etc.
Cheers Mark just ordered mine.
this or cb500x? 90% is going to be commuting to work and back all year long, and some short rides on the weekends, no longer than 60-70miles one way. Nice review Mark
Hi Chris wooo though choice..the cb500x is one of the benchmark all rounders but considering your doing 90% commuting I'd go for the twist and go adv as it's so easy for traffic etc and still good suspension for our not that good roads
Cheers mark
As a lifetime rider of motorcycles, I currently have a Bmw R1200gs with all the toys but at nearly 76 I wonder if I should be going towards a bike like this. I do find the gs a bit of a handful these days.
I'm 74, for years I had a scooter for local or short runs & a motorbike for long runs or a blast in the Alpes. When I got my first Forza 350 I started to enjoy it more than the bike the only problem with the Forza was the front suspension, now the ADV has arrived its game over for the motorbike. Try the ADV 350 you won't look back.
Very good video. Great job ! Thanks ! 😊
Hi Mark, great review and I watched your review of the Forza 350 as well. I am really torn between them and am having to buy them blind. What would make you choose one over the other?
Hi Matt I'd go for the adv only because it's got better suspension for bumpy UK roads and it can do light off road :)
Cheers mark
I really hope this comes to the Philippines as soon as January of 2023
So are the front indicators on all the time, or only at night? And while they're on, the rear ones aren't? That's what I think I can see in the video. Thanks for the thorough review of this Mark. Pending a test ride and seeing if I fit, I'm almost convinced I'm going to pick one up.
Hi James yes they are on all the time cheers mark
Nice review mark.
looking to buy my 1st bike. undeicied between forza & this adv? also 150 or 350?
Mark
Is the control knob that locks the steering deactivated ie; unablemto be turned,when the remote fob is out of range of the bike?
Another great review BTW,thanks again
Hi John yes once you go out of range which is only a few metres,the knob is locked in position :)
@@markpulling12 thanks Mark I thought it did I just needed clarification.
Thanks again for a great channel😉
Great review Mark 👍 as I’m looking for a scooter to take along with our motorhome would you say the Forza 350 or this ADV 350 would be your choice as I will also carry a passenge? Cheers .
Hi Philip I'd go for the adv it's got better suspension for our bumpy roads :)
The ADV350 is a great Honda bike.
However, in Honda's home country, it has not even been announced for sale, and Japanese users have been abandoned.
Any good two up long distance ?Another top review cheers Mark.
Hi gaz I'll report back in a week or so with another review and let you know about two up comfort :)
I’m so torn between this and the XADV 750.
I got get this brand new or a used XADV 750.
I suppose the winning factor would be, how is it for the pillion?
I’ve head that the 350 is much better for pillion riders than the 750. The 750 pillion sits a bit higher so they get more wind resistance?
Be great to get your guys insights.
I hired an X-ADV 750 for a test drive, great ride, but a bit hot between the legs (in Thailand) as the engine is mid mounted and laden with electronics to potentially go wrong. Under seat storage is much reduced, the price is more than double and it's very heavy to push around. Personally, I think the X-ADV is a bit OTT and unnecessary as the ADV 350 is a great all-rounder and plenty powerful enough for normal road use.
I did the same test drive hire for the ADV 350 and couldn't fault it, a no brainer for me.
The wife joined me for a week out of my 7-week / 7,000km trip around Thailand on my Forza 350, no complaints about comfort riding pillion with a very similar seat and height as the ADV.
I find the ADV is a better ride, balance & handling than the Forza, pity it lost the electric windscreen, integrated wing mirrors and huge lockable glove box though.
I'm considering a Yamaha T-Max 560 as an alternative to the ADV 350, not test ridden it yet so can't say if it's better.
@@christurner3857 thank you so much for the informative comment!
Another great review Mark. Had a Yamaha xmax300, these midi scoots are brilliant for year round commuting.. It looks like the suspension/brakes/tyres on the ADV look a cut above its competitors?
Hi Chris yes it's suspension is better than say xmax or Forza 350
Oops made my comment before finishing the review.. I see you made the same comment :)
Got notification from dealer yesterday, posted some screenshots of video the dealer sent me
EXCELLENT Mark. Thank You.
Great Pity it is NOT coming to 'OZ'. (Australia)
( BUMMER )
Good review, what was the feet forward position like as the cut outs look very narrow. Would my size 10 fit or fall off.
Hi the feet forward position is fine the cut outs are narrow because of the center fuel tank area but I had no problems with it ☺️
Mark, great review as always . I’m looking for a maxi scooter for commuting. 17 mile each way mainly 70 and 50 MPH roads. Between this, the forza 350 and the xmax 300 which would you recommend ?
Hi I'd go for the adv 350 just because it's suspension is more compliant for our bumpy roads they all perform well but the adv just wins for me
Cheers mark
compared to the Yamaha XMAX 300 the Honda is a bit clunky and boxy looking. no elegance at all.
Nice review as always. How does it ride with a pillion?
Hi yes very well...the passenger seat is very wide though which pushes the legs out a bit
Cheers mark
The ADV scoot Honda should've gave us in the States instead of the 150 which is just too small for our wide bottoms and open roads.
Forza 350 & ADV are both great scooters, I'm selling my Forza just ordered a grey ADV it was the front suspension & straight bars on the ADV that won. I will miss the electric screen.
Do you know if the top case is quick release? That would sell me on the case. Probably watched this video about twenty times now I’m really liking this. Honda should give you a commission on every one they sell because of your reviews
I quite certain the smart box would be quick release....I've never had a top box that you can't take off :)
Have you got a new camera Mark? Incredibly sharp footage. Still can't decide between this of the Forza BTW.
No just the GoPro hero 7...I've had it for two years now ... but yes the footage they give is amazing 🤩
Mark, could you also take it out for spinn on fireroads and gravelroads and tell us how it is?
I'll try and do that next week
@@markpulling12 Thanks.
Fantastic video Mark! Loved the night riding part (I haven't checked myself but GoPro might have some settings to make that look better). Unrelated question: I've seen you with different visors throughout your videos (at least I believe so). Do you change them out on the same helmet, or do you have different helmets with different visors? Thanks! Always look forward to your videos.
Hi Harrison...yes I'll look to see if my GoPro 7 has a night mode ...can't say I've seen it before...yes I chop and change my visors sometimes but always wear the same helmet as that has all the vlogging gear in it
Cheers mark
When is it coming to USA ?
Hello there , since it has a wider bar than the forza does it make it harder to zigzag inbetween cars during traffic jams ?
No not really...I didn't notice any problems...if anything it's easier because the wide bars give more control best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 thanks for the info
Nice to see a scooter which can suit taller riders and can do touring speed. So it has no neutral then? You have to hold the brake when stopped?
You don't have to hold the brake ...it won't go forward unless you rev it ...the centrifugal clutch doesn't engage till about 3 k rpm
Cheers mark
These are very tempting, but I'm waiting for is something between the 125/155 class and the 300/350 class. I'm talking about for Thailand. My ideal would be a 225 cc with its weight and dimensions and price between the two mentioned classes. It's more likely to happen in the Asian market. Great screen on the 350. Good dash and very well-equipped. With that underseat storage you don't need a top case. In the meantime, I'll stick with my nippy Yamaha Aerox 155, with its dreadful suspension.
The usual thorough review.
Thanks again nik 😊
ADV150
@@benjiblanco2808 In between the two classes.
You are going to be waiting a long time unless you are willing to buy a start-up brand (with possible problems and poor re-sale) like GPX. Good luck in your quest anyway.
@@aaaces01 True. I'll stick with the Aerox, though, as I ride a KTM 390 when I'm going out of the area.
Looks good. I'm pleased this is a bit bigger than the Forza. I tried a 300 a while ago and found it cramped. I'd really consider one of these apart from the fact I already bought a Forza 750 (and I ride a lot with a pillion).
Thanks Robert 😌
You don't think the 350 would be any good for a pillion passenger?
Great review. Thank you🙏
Many thanks:)
No word yet if it will be available in the USA. I'm wondering about ADV350, or Yamaha Xmax300 or a CB500x.
looks ok but nothing to wright home about , but the down fall is the small gas tank at 11 liters when others have 13 and 13.5 liter gas tanks. Calling it a ADV scooter think they would be going larger on the gas tank not smaller. Is the front storage lockable, that is one point where the Burgman is lacking. Should do some side by side on these the XMax 300, Burgman 400, and the Honda ADV 350 For range the XMax looks pretty good.
Pick mine up this Saturday
great stuff mike enjoy :)
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.
If you don’t mind me asking Mark, what is your inseam ? I’m 5”6 with a 29 inch inseam, would like the ADV rather than the standard forza but no stock anywhere to actually sit on one.
Hi Gary check out 2:06
You may be ok ....just !
@@markpulling12 thanks mate 👍
Mark what would you recon be best comfortwise for passenger between ADV350 XMAX 300 and Forza 350.?
Oh tricky choice all good but I'd go Forza 350 :)
@@markpulling12 thanks for the reply for me greatest plus of the Forza would be seat height (I am 174cm tall/short :-)) and the wind shielding... Wife sat on it said it was very comfy... Only doubt lie in tmhow hard the suspensions might be...
Thanks again for your time and for your reviews
Mark, can you please tell me if you had any issues with the size of steering bar, comparing to forza 350. I mean in town/city use, filtering etc, and in terms on manouverability? Thanks for your opinion!
Hi tomasz...no didn't have any issues with the wide bars with regard to traffic filtering etc...if anything they help with better handling:)
Cheers mark
I would suggest that wider bars means easier counter steering on the open road..?
Thanks for the review Mark. You always do a nice job. I owned a Vespa Piaggio for @ least 5yrs. It was a nice scooter, but I could never get the feeling of being safe on it when getting @ highway speeds. I still own a Yamaha Vino 125 & really enjoy it on my country roads since i'm just doing slow sight-seeing. My point is that if i'm going fast I prefer to have a tank between my leg's to feel more secure. So since I have other bikes above 1100cc, the Vespa had to go. I am not trying to put maxi type scooters down as they might be perfect for some people; their just not for me. Just my take/experience. Have a beautiful day! Illinois, USA P.S. I also own a Honda Monkey & I'll let you quess which one I like best between it & the Vino.
Thanks Larry love the monkey bikes ☺️
@@markpulling12 But of course, one of few you can flatfoot, eh? 😂
I have 2008 tmax thinking of going lighter.I'm 67 this year want to go touring again.
Hi these are really good definitely worth a test ride 👍
Looking forward to mine arriving. How long are people finding they take?
HI. I ordered one in silver on the 21st of December and it will be delivered on the 15th of March.
Nice review as always.. hoping you review the all new MT800 of CF Moto.. one of my dream bikes.. God bless 🛵🏍️