Honda GB350 Rider Fit & Ergonomics: Comfy

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I take a look at the MotoHUB Motorcycles, demo Honda GB350 and talk general ergonomics, rider fit and seat height for my sized rider at 180 cm and 75 kg, with some thoughts how that'll suit a wider range of riders.
As well as covering the various quirky features, inclusions and bits and bobs I've noticed about Honda's new classic machine.
Head into MotoHUB if you'd like to check the bike out or organise a test ride:
MotoHUB Motorcycles & Accessories
Unit 7/4 Victoria Ave, Castle Hill NSW 2154
www.motohub.com.au/
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Пікірлер: 26

@user-sw2lv3zp6o 4 ай бұрын

Very attractive bike. 181 kg is a lot for a bike so lacking in power. Nice dash. Good review. Nick

@gdswghdsCjiirwe 4 ай бұрын

Good lookin bike. Shame its not a 650 to get away from cars at lights and cruise on the highway. Id buy one over an enfield.

@wakajawaka44 4 ай бұрын

From a distance I thought the HONDA fuel tank badge was a horrible transfer as on a lot of bikes these days. But on closer inspection it’s a nice well finished item which helps with the retro look. Thanks for uploading Kris.

@MotoJournoKris 4 ай бұрын

Yep that tank badging is very nice. The GB350 on the side panel is a transfer but I can forgive them for that one.

@quentendawson81 4 ай бұрын

Great report Chris!

@MotoJournoKris 4 ай бұрын

Thanks!!

@pauls8456 26 күн бұрын

Not sure a need for a centre stand on a chain driven bike is age related Kris ;)

@mariomessinamotorcycles 4 ай бұрын

Great review... Really looking forward to seeing the Honda NAVi review which I am hoping you will do.

@MotoJournoKris 4 ай бұрын

I've done a written review for MCNews.com.au and will probably have a video up for their KZfaq channel up too.

@mariomessinamotorcycles 4 ай бұрын

@@MotoJournoKris I saw that today... Great review. Still would love to see it on KZfaq.

@MotoJournoKris 4 ай бұрын

@@mariomessinamotorcycles Hopefully early this week, it's been a bit hectic!

@howardneely2573 4 ай бұрын

I think this will be my next bike. Looks cool in Matt Denim. I'm 190cm but read it's surprisingly big.

@MotoJournoKris 4 ай бұрын

I found it quite roomy!

@bikesonabudgetjapan 4 ай бұрын

These things were a huge hit in Japan and sold like hot cakes. I almost got one but went for the Svartpilen instead. The GB 350 is everywhere now on the second hand market so it seems it was boom and bust. I'm pretty sure it was designed by Honda India as well as manufactured there. The standard model had a see-saw gear shifter because a lot of people ride in sandals in India.

@MotoJournoKris 4 ай бұрын

Yep there's an Indian version made in India. I think Japan got both a locally made version and initially the Indian version. We're getting the Japanese-made bike in Australia. There's probably a lot of nostalgia with bikes like these, but I can see people who want more performance moving on.

@kawthooleidevelopers 3 ай бұрын

Is it strong enough for the 110 km/h freeway?

@MotoJournoKris 3 ай бұрын

Probably given enough time, I found it got very flat in top gear approaching those speeds.

@kenshin9320 3 ай бұрын

is this bike good for beginner? thank you! with only 6hrs experience of riding manual and 2 years in scooters.

@MotoJournoKris 3 ай бұрын

Definitely, while not the lightest machine, power is very manageable, seat height not too tall and it should be a pretty forgiving motorcycle overall!

@kenshin9320 3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJournoKris Thank you so much! but some people suggest Swartvilen 401 or Ninja 500 for beginner like me. Or should i just go cb125f honda and get good at it? haha

@MotoJournoKris 3 ай бұрын

@@kenshin9320 There's certainly nothing wrong with starting on a 125 if you're happy to build up the riding skills from there, it'll probably make you a better rider in many ways, as you do need to ride to get the most out of a 125 in some conditions. The 300-500 cc class offers a lot more, but the bikes are definitely heavier and can be less forgiving than a little 125, in much the same way this class is better than going a much bigger or more powerful machine. That choice probably comes down to a lot of factors, 125s are great for fuel, cheap to buy and maintain, there's lots of advantages. 300 cc or bigger machines tend to be more popular here for anyone doing the highway or longer distances for obvious reasons, as cruising along at 110 km/h is the norm. If 60 or even 80 km/h is more the norm, a 125 is well capable of handling all that.