Not strictly PCX
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Not strictly PCX
but interesting anyway. The Forza is a 300cc Scooter, with ABS and other goodies. It is available in Thailand for 159,000 Baht, which is a bit more than 5000 USD. Test show the beast got a lot of storage space, runs about 140 km/h, and got enough power for longer trips. Might well become a new version of my PCX150 in the not so far future.
As you can see, the scooter has two hydraulic disc brakes. Watch a video (in Thai language) on Youtube.
The LCD on the dashboard has a thirst-meter (avg. liters/km or whatever), a double trip meter, and a (HURRAY!) watch.As you can see, the scooter has two hydraulic disc brakes. Watch a video (in Thai language) on Youtube.
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Thailand: Kawa Zephyr 400, Honda Wave 110 S, Kawa ZX130, PCX 150 (as far as I can remember)
Thailand: Kawa Zephyr 400, Honda Wave 110 S, Kawa ZX130, PCX 150 (as far as I can remember)
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Re: Not strictly PCX
Sorry, I mixed up the link to the video. Please watch this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPMp9jOrP_8
Moderator, it is too late to edit, but if you mind... Thanks a lot!
Moderator, it is too late to edit, but if you mind... Thanks a lot!
Bike history: Germany: Staiger 50cc 2-stroke, BMW 250 (from 1952, my age), Honda Dax ST70, Honda CB 125 (Twin), Honda CB 750, Kawa Z400j
Thailand: Kawa Zephyr 400, Honda Wave 110 S, Kawa ZX130, PCX 150 (as far as I can remember)
Thailand: Kawa Zephyr 400, Honda Wave 110 S, Kawa ZX130, PCX 150 (as far as I can remember)
Re: Not strictly PCX
I want one. Has idle stop and a 12v charger too. But don't think it will get to australia till next year.
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Re: Not strictly PCX
The 12V charger is limited to 2 Amperes, but still enough to charge your mobile, run the GPS, and whatever.
Bike history: Germany: Staiger 50cc 2-stroke, BMW 250 (from 1952, my age), Honda Dax ST70, Honda CB 125 (Twin), Honda CB 750, Kawa Z400j
Thailand: Kawa Zephyr 400, Honda Wave 110 S, Kawa ZX130, PCX 150 (as far as I can remember)
Thailand: Kawa Zephyr 400, Honda Wave 110 S, Kawa ZX130, PCX 150 (as far as I can remember)
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Re: Not strictly PCX
Nice pictures, thanks! It doesn't look as bulky as I thought, which is a good thing. I could see myself upgrading some time in the future. I'll just wait a while, in case any issues should arise.
The Forza shares some parts (apart from the engine) with the SH300. The exhaust/silencer is one. The engine is allegedly downtuned, so it should produce less power than an SH300. Consequently, top speed suffers a bit (expect something like 130 indicated vs. 140 on the SH).
The Forza shares some parts (apart from the engine) with the SH300. The exhaust/silencer is one. The engine is allegedly downtuned, so it should produce less power than an SH300. Consequently, top speed suffers a bit (expect something like 130 indicated vs. 140 on the SH).
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Are you sure?Taz wrote:Has idle stop
None of the stuff I've read mentioned that.
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Re: Not strictly PCX
--------------------gn2 wrote:None of the stuff I've read mentioned that.Taz wrote:Has idle stop.
In the photos above there's a red kill switch button readily to be seen -- so no idle stop. For Thailand expats and Thai citizens there's one clear improvement: a halogen light bulb.
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Re: Not strictly PCX
What is the grey switch on the right handlebar.
Re: Not strictly PCX
I thought I read one review where it mentioned idle stop but can't find the site now. In searching for it I came across this site mentioning idle stop in a Forza st 11 years ago.
http://world.honda.com/news/2002/2020329.html
http://world.honda.com/news/2002/2020329.html
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Re: Not strictly PCX
--------------------------Dudley wrote:What is the grey switch on the right handlebar.
Looks like it has a triangle on it -- so it's probably a hazard light button for emergency flashers.
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Re: Not strictly PCX
Anybody know the MPG of the new Forza?
I would like to have that kind of power, but 428lbs ouch.
Here is a silver one
I would like to have that kind of power, but 428lbs ouch.
Here is a silver one
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Re: Not strictly PCX
It does look good, but I think Honda could have done it better. Much better. Just have a look at their competitors and you'll see 30 hp engines. They could, at least, have left the engine with the original 27 hp of the Scoopy, but they didn't want to. It looks like a PCX on steroids and that's the charm of it, but if it grew bigger as it did, they could have improved the wind protection. It looks, to me, like it won't be much better than on the PCX. I can live without a windscreen during the summer, and I can live with the fact of having to look for aftermarket parts if I want a windscreen for the winter, but I want proper wind protection for my legs on my next scooter.
Sorry Honda, it's your fault and not mine. I'm afraid I will be one of those customers walking away.
Sorry Honda, it's your fault and not mine. I'm afraid I will be one of those customers walking away.
Re: Not strictly PCX
Looks to be inline with the Kymco downtown 300. I've been eyeing the mid-size scooters lately. I'd like to be able to go to different towns and do an honest 70 mph on a scooter. The bigger size bugs me though, it's a conundrum.
Honda does need a midsize scooter for the U.S.. Maybe they consider the PCX150 the midsize scooter of the U.S. lineup, but I'd like to see something in the 250-300 range.
Honda does need a midsize scooter for the U.S.. Maybe they consider the PCX150 the midsize scooter of the U.S. lineup, but I'd like to see something in the 250-300 range.
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Honda are claiming 87mpg (proper gallons)dasshreddar wrote:Anybody know the MPG of the new Forza?
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Re: Not strictly PCX
I have but one question. Where can you get an after market windscreen for it? If I bought one, that would be the first thing I would get. As for the weight, my Burgman 400 weighs in at 480 lbs. If the Forza comes to the U.S. , Honda would have the Silver wing, the Forza, and the PCX. All bases would be covered but Cascanciu is right. If they expect to compete with other maxi scooters they will need to offer something for leg protection and a proper windscreen. This kind of horsepower is for travelling outside of the city, so riders want some kind of protection from wind and rain. I haven't taken trips on motorcycles that had that kind of horsepower back in the old days, and it was not fun to be hit constantly with rain and wind, especially on the legs, which always ended up soaked. I would love to drive a Forza but would only buy one if I could get a real windscreen and maybe some kind of leg protection. My Burgman has that and I believe that the Silverwing has those qualities also. Honda should think about that before they offer it here.
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Givi tall windshield & tailbox - Lots of extra lights
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Headlight assy upgraded to LEDs w/HS5 main bulbs
NCY variator, drive face, and rollers
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Silverwing is discontinued in the USMel46 wrote: Honda would have the Silver wing, the Forza, and the PCX. All bases would be covered
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Re: Not strictly PCX
I'm all for decently sized scooters. That is, there's a limit where a two-wheeler (more so, a scooter) can grow to. 300cc seems to be a good compromise on size and power. Once I've gotten over the PCX having a center tunnel (I prefer flat floorboards), I could easily entertain the idea of buying a 'juiced-up PCX on steroids'.
Here's a nice commercial video on the new Forza:
Specs and stuff, including accessories (a windshield amongst them):
http://www.huntsmotorcycles.co.uk/NewBi ... -forza.htm
Fitting a top box should be easier than on the PCX (no more drilling):
Here's a nice commercial video on the new Forza:
Specs and stuff, including accessories (a windshield amongst them):
http://www.huntsmotorcycles.co.uk/NewBi ... -forza.htm
Fitting a top box should be easier than on the PCX (no more drilling):
Fitting a top box or other accessory is dealt with by the simple removal of part of the rear spoiler cover. Range from the 11.6L fuel tank is 350km, thanks to fuel consumption of 30.8 km/l (87mpg).
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Same place you would get one for a PCXMel46 wrote:I have but one question. Where can you get an after market windscreen for it?
The Forza weighs 432lbs, similar weight to other 300cc machines.Mel46 wrote:As for the weight, my Burgman 400 weighs in at 480 lbs.
Mel46 wrote:If they expect to compete with other maxi scooters they will need to offer something for leg protection and a proper windscreen.
People will buy it and add their own if they feel there is a need.
Looking at the shape of the Forza there seems to me to be adequate leg protection but a taller windscreen might be required for the softies.
Chances are they won't.Mel46 wrote:Honda should think about that before they offer it here.
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That is a shame... I was really looking forward to seeing what Honda would do with the next gen Silverwing to better compete against the new Burgman 650 which just underwent a nice major redesign for 2013.Urbanian wrote:Mel46 wrote: Silverwing is discontinued in the US
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Re: Not strictly PCX
omg i hope it comes to the u.s ill get one