The_Head wrote:Pcxdemon wrote: AND only costed me $1000 extra to match 250-300cc scoots. Doubt you could trade in your PCX and throw extra $1000 to get that performance from another scoot aaaand retain small Pcx frame,size,lightness and practicability.
The size and weight is what I like about the PCX. It's right in the middle imo.
Agreed.
To go larger engine without significantly increasing the weight and price, you are not talking lightweight scooter with an automatic, you are talking regular manual gear shifting (or perhaps less expensive scooter offerings from China). But I am a scooter user because I want to handle busy urban stop and go traffic without hassle. Honda came up with a winner in the PCX, as far as my needs are concerned.
I live in a suburb of Seattle, Washington. There are a few infrequent times when I might actually need to get on the freeway, but 95% of the need I have is for 50 miles per hour or less, and most frequently in stop and go urban traffic. I'm happy my scooter can handle freeway speeds of 65, but I am an urban and suburban commuter. I also do the family grocery shopping on the scooter.
The PCX is a winner here.
Seriously, If I actually wanted to specialize in multiple days of long distance cruising, there is no reason why I wouldn't look at a cruising motorcycle with wheels larger than the Forza. Just sayin'.
But, again, I'm a PCX guy.