I got mine last Friday. I had 4 SH300s before so I knew what to expect, and the SH350 is very similar. It's slightly bigger and feels it, the seat is higher, it's slightly less agile but better at higher speeds, the centre of gravity is higher. Keyless ignition is super convenient (in low-crime areas at least). Under seat fits a full face helmet, it didn't before. Mine doesn't wobble on the front, in fact it's more stable / slower steering than older SH300s. I don't like the Forza shape, the Scoopy shape is better for me. The floorboard is the best place for groceries, closest to center of bike, no heat from engine, not bounced around on the end of a lever like topbox - topbox will break eggs, crack open yoghurt, etc, while under seat will cook things :)
@rolacook222Ай бұрын
Again, three years late for the ride, (my life story)?! Absolutely enjoy your riding & handling comments, they are invaluable to the prospective buyer enthusiast! Best, Rola (Oregon / USA)
@BenalRidaАй бұрын
Once again, much appreciated! :)
@charlieboyvespa86103 жыл бұрын
Had one for 2 weeks now, definitely no front wheel wobble but needs a windscreen for higher speeds, definitely better acceleration than forza 350 due to less weight about 20kg ...super smooth throttle great power delivery, 78mpg on first tank of fuel and I'm guessing will only improve. Great handling.
@housstheroccan30403 жыл бұрын
whats her max speed tho ?
@thosoneill3 жыл бұрын
So glad that Charlie has verified that there is no front wheel wobble as I am considering purchasing an sh350i soon - the dealer in Edinburgh told me today that no more of them are due in the U.K. until next year so demand must be high - that suits me as I am currently recuperating from a serious injury - thanks for the review Benalrida
@wildnfrantic10152 жыл бұрын
How have you found the headlights - do they given enough light and spread being low down? My worry is that they don't make me visible in traffic?
@staninjapan072 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Not sure I would want to drop from 140MPG (UK, not US) / 50KPL for the extra power over the PCX150 I use for a daily 110 kilos round trip, given that here in Japan the fastest roads are 100KPH for some parts and 80 KPH for most parts. Though I do have bigger bikes and can see how much smoother they are with better power and bigger wheels/suspension and seats.
@thosoneill2 жыл бұрын
The sh350i is the evolution of the excellent sh300i - the flat floor enables easy mounting of the scooter and can easily accommodate a bag of cement - an excellent all round machine - thanks for the review
@theridingman13 жыл бұрын
i just test drive this sh350i and not for argue but in my experience there was no (front) wheel wobble at all. Im sure it was something else that make it wobble, probably the tyre pressure was to low or to high. You mentioned it was heavy in the front, this i felt too in a way but you get use to it very fast, then you drive it like a bicycle. About the storage space between this one and the forza, yes the forza have bigger space under the buddy seat but the Sh have a flat floor. When you go shopping or pick up a package at the post office, you can put it very easy between your legg, this is not possible with the forza. This is why i would say the sh is much better for everyday use for all the things you do in dayly life and the forza is more for touring arround in your free days.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment and for stopping by.
@deanr1253 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you
@anthonyciantar60153 жыл бұрын
I only have the 125, but 100% agree about the flat floor. I pick up often and put bags on the floor.
@hermanstokbrood2 жыл бұрын
@@deanr125 The SH300 might be more convenient in some areas but for a bit taller people or people looking for a bit sportier look I think the Forza or Xmax offer more.
@FlyingPanMan2 жыл бұрын
@@hermanstokbrood I am tall (185cm) and the SH350 is better than the Forza as the knees have lots more room. I bought one over the Forza and the ADV 350. No wheel wobble and the suspension is fine for my large frame. I do use an Airhawk type of seat cushion for comfort.
@AkaWilf2 жыл бұрын
I have both the Honda SH300i and the Honda Forza 350 (plus a Tiger 800 and Versys 650). Both serve a different purpose. The Forza is a good tourer with its 45 litre top box, whereas the SH is a great commuter/runaround bike. As you say, performance is plenty good enough for what it is, although probably not quite as good as the SH350i. My SH300 is in gloss metallic red and looks superb...
@FlyingPanMan Жыл бұрын
I've had my SH350 for almost a year and have no wobbling or instability issues - even with a topbox fitted. I suspect your front tyre pressure was too low. It's a great scooter and one point that is often overlooked is the ability to carry a bag or two on the flat floor by using the bag hook provided. I've done a couple of 200+ mile rides with no problems and I'm 185cm and 107kg.
@BenalRida Жыл бұрын
Hello and thanks for the info. Best wishes!
@10584017 Жыл бұрын
I've had a SH300 for five years, and I can assure it is pretty stable if you take out the top case, as I have. With the top case placed, you feel some instability in highway.
@nelsont9650 Жыл бұрын
qual era velocidade de cruzeiro em autoestrada?
@10584017 Жыл бұрын
@@nelsont9650 cruzeiro 120/130 velocímetro.
@mjstow3 жыл бұрын
It's a great review; very informative. Sorry about your hay fever! The only thing I thought could be excluded from the video was the two minutes of music and rostrum camera stuff; just my opinion of course.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@youngmo773 жыл бұрын
I would suggest OPC 3 form isotonix for the Hayfever. As a asthmatic, I get it really. It's been nearly 5 years that it is nearly in the past.
@staninjapan072 жыл бұрын
Here in Japan a Scoopy is a 50cc step-through. Same maker, though. Thanks guys. I meant to ask: Does it go through traffic as easily as a PCX?
@alwayslovinglife71372 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this review im deff buying one
@BenalRida2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@ianbrown59243 жыл бұрын
heavy front end? wobbly front end? best check your front tyre pressure fella.
@mariniam2 жыл бұрын
I bet it's the top box causing aerodynamic turbulence
@125ordie2 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much XD
@BenalRida Жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by!
@CiBi19683 жыл бұрын
Hardy, Maybe the tyre pressures were a bit off & that's why it felt a bit unstable at speed ....
@nicoroehr3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I had a 2014 SH300i and it was stable at high speeds (up to 150 on the speedo). Would check the tire pressure and the pre-load of the springs. They should be set to hard, if they are set too soft the bike can tend to wobble.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Okay, guys, I wil check all of that before my test rides, maybe a complete disassemble and assemble would do the trick?
@quangphattrinh9240 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. May I ask how about everage interval engine oil changing ?
@londynczyk7720 Жыл бұрын
Hey Benalrida, great review. How would you compare stability of sh350 vs forza350 on a highway? I am looking for a scooter good both for city (50%) but also longer distance trips - would be forza350 better option?
@BenalRida Жыл бұрын
Hello, and thanks for watching. I would choose the Forza 350. It seems more practical and better suited for smaller trips as well. As I might have mentioned I found the front of the SH350 heavy and not in a good way. One thing which would be a negative in the city I guess.
@pja7 Жыл бұрын
Does it have a parking brake for security on the side stand? I didn’t see it on the video. Thanks
@BenalRida Жыл бұрын
Hello, as far as I know it does not have a parking brake. Thanks!
@luiscarlosarias212626 күн бұрын
Maybe because you are light?
@meeeong7482 Жыл бұрын
When it will be released in Indonesia 😭
@akismar67533 жыл бұрын
nice work! you should do sym jet x 2021
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the idea!
@georgecrawley17723 жыл бұрын
Great honest reviews Mr Benalrida seen a few of your videos would you say the SH is as good as the X-max?
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Hello George, thanks very much! Oh, I don't know, to be honest I am not much of a fan of these scooters where you sit on like a toilet. I have decided for myself and just recently bought a Yamaha XMAX300 for me.
@o0L4nc3r0o2 жыл бұрын
@@BenalRida What made you decide to go for the Yamaha, and not the Honda Forza 350? I recently sold my 2014 Honda CB500F after riding it for 7 years. I did like the motorcycle, but it just wasn't convenient at all because there was no storage space, so I ended up using my car most of the time. I've been looking at the Forza 300 and 350 because a scooter like this would be perfect. Good acceleration, decent top speed, storage space, low on fuel consumption and easy to handle in the city.
@BenalRida2 жыл бұрын
@@o0L4nc3r0o Well, the decision was primarily influenced by the Honda dealer not being able to make me an offer. I am still waiting .. 3 months later :) My preference was a bit leaning towards the Honda Forza but since my Yamaha dealer had a special offer with a used XMAX 300 with 124 km on the clock and 600 EUR cheaper I decided quickly and I took the offer. I think the Honda Forza 350 is a bit more maneuveable at lower speeds and the seat is a tad lower too. I would have liked that better. All the other stuff was basically the same for me. Well, okay, also the electronically adjustable windscreen is a plus, too.
@hermanstokbrood2 жыл бұрын
@@BenalRida What about the handling of the Xmax compared to the Forza. Some people say the Xmax feels a lot sportier. Do you agree or is it just nitpicking between those two great scooters?
@Haise.172 жыл бұрын
Sh is way better than that 🛁 way smaller agile faster but not as comfortable as the xmax
@josemariass3 жыл бұрын
7:21 is not a much traffic in this area, looks nice to drive
@h8325 Жыл бұрын
Can you show me where is the battery for sh mode 125 Honda 2017 scooter please?
@BenalRida Жыл бұрын
Hello, I just asked my Honda dealer. The battery on the SH Mode is underneath the foot pedestal. You need to unscrew the screws with the tools in the tool kit and get access to the battery. It is a fairly small battery.
@anyone45012 жыл бұрын
That's the down side of flat footed board it's wobbly at high speed.
@FlyingPanMan2 жыл бұрын
Mine isn't, but if you've ridden one you must be right.
@komoornik3 жыл бұрын
I wonder if it's possible to get the air temperature sensor from SH350i and mount it to SH125i, as the cluster is the same. And at least it has this small stotage below the steering wheel, not like on 125i
@anthonyciantar60153 жыл бұрын
I think it strange there is no storage on the 125, makes no sense, would have been nice.
@crimson-clouds3 жыл бұрын
Good review. Honda scooters wobble a lot, front becomes light at 5000+ rpm.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info! All the others think I am crazy when I mention something like that. Thanks!
@CherryPoppinz2 жыл бұрын
I am considering trading my motorcycle for a scooter, looks very fun and practical for a small highway + city commute. I only have one question: how does a flat floor design such as on a Scoopy effect braking? I would imagine that if you brake hard you would go into the handlebars (as opposed to the Forza type body where your legs are forward to support you). Thanks!
@BenalRida2 жыл бұрын
Hello, yes, good question. I think you are right. On this kind of a scooter you would support your weight on the handlebar and not with the feet.
@elise10lies84 Жыл бұрын
Just try out! Once i had to brake hard and i was not going forward on the saddle… superb commuter!!!!
@deondea13 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I have two questions. Is there a temperature meter ? And what do you think is the cruising speed on the highway ? Thank you.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Helo, thank you. What do you mean with temperature meter? Fot the coolant? About the cruising speed, I guess we need to wait for some replies from owners.
@deondea13 жыл бұрын
@@BenalRida Yes for the coolant.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
@@deondea1 Hello, as far as I know it only has the outside temp indicator.
@deondea13 жыл бұрын
@@BenalRida Thank you.
@ianbrown59243 жыл бұрын
75/80 mph all day long
@charlieboyvespa86103 жыл бұрын
Had a forza 300 rear suspension was awful and the seating position very uncomfortable
@FlyingPanMan2 жыл бұрын
It was for me too, but not the SH350.
@therealGreencrack2 жыл бұрын
the top box are include from the factory?
@BenalRida2 жыл бұрын
Hello, yes, in Spain the smart top box is already included .
@slesiecki17902 жыл бұрын
Not in the UK.. and neither the smart one or the standard colour coded ones are cheap
@mootpointjones84883 жыл бұрын
Great review, as always. I wonder who'll buy this type of scooter? The 350 or 300 Forza seems a better choice.
@tescopiwo3 жыл бұрын
Much more quick than forza because lighter, also way more reliable than forza because the sh has already more than 15 years since creation, my dad has 89 000km on his sh300 2014 and rides like first day, in my city paris the expert deliverers have beverly and sh
@thosoneill2 жыл бұрын
People like me who find it hard getting the leg over these days - the flat floor makes mounting so much easier - the large 16 inch wheels give it a motorcycle style ride - much better than the smaller wheeled forza
@robertmarsh35882 жыл бұрын
Much more comfortable and motorcycle like to ride than a Forza 350/350 which frankly I found very cramped. It also handles better at speed due to the 16" wheels and is much easier to get onto if you have back of flexibility issues since it is a step through. The Forza looks great but as an ex SH300i rider I wasn't convinced. Eventually bought a Forza 750.
@elise10lies84 Жыл бұрын
Bigger wheels! Small! Ideal for commuting!
@tomellis487 Жыл бұрын
@@thosoneill How's it going with your sh350. I've got to swop my Himalayan because getting leg over Would you still recommend this?
@reviewmirror5913 жыл бұрын
I always hear this guy talking about cuppyhold, I mean I understand what it is, but what does he really say? Cuppy? Cup? Cupholder? You can not put a cup of coffee there 😅 is it not a type of glove compartment? Sorry I'm Swedish and have not heard the term before. Just curious what the name really are and what the term comes from.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Hello, here is "This guy". A cubby hole is this according to Merriam Webster: cubbyhole noun cub·by·hole | \ ˈkə-bē-ˌhōl \ Definition of cubbyhole : a small snug place (as for hiding or storage) also : a cramped space Examples of cubbyhole in a Sentence The car has lots of cubbyholes for small items. He keeps the key in a cubbyhole in his desk.
@reviewmirror5913 жыл бұрын
@@BenalRida 😀 thanks! The perfect respons! 👍 Btw love your videos! You where one of the very few actually making an English review of the xmax 125. That I ended up buying after. Keep up the good work.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
@@reviewmirror591 Thanks, my friend. Have you checked out my German channel as well. All Swedish people know German, right?!? :)
@reviewmirror5913 жыл бұрын
@@BenalRida I have not, I will check it out! Not to good at German unfortunately 😬
@komoornik3 жыл бұрын
First!
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations! :)
@tescopiwo3 жыл бұрын
Still not warning lights ? Beverly win
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Hello, what warning light do you mean?
@tescopiwo3 жыл бұрын
@@BenalRida sorry in english name is hazard lights you know emergency right left same time lights if accident or something
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
@@tescopiwo Ah, hazard lights, okay, I understand.
@chigglywiggly3 жыл бұрын
This is the only decent video in English on this bike. I'm interested in owner's experience of the wobble he experienced.
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Hello, they have another SH350 coming in next week or so. I will do the test ride again and see if the wobble is still there. Thanks.
@chigglywiggly3 жыл бұрын
@@BenalRida That's great! Thanks
@jumppa65832 жыл бұрын
I do have SH 150i for 8 years love it. I need to get this 350i.
@BILKOWSKY2 жыл бұрын
acceleration to 100 was downhill and speed gauge always lie. 100 is real ~93 km/h, Real acceleration to 100 is above 8 seconds
@neverland24813 жыл бұрын
Tetep desain(style), lebih gagah Yamaha X-Max!
@bilithequid75433 жыл бұрын
Top speed ?
@tescopiwo3 жыл бұрын
150
@canadian1512 Жыл бұрын
SH 350 or FORZA 350?
@BenalRida Жыл бұрын
Hello, if I had to decide, I would go for the Forza 350.
@giovannidagostino91733 жыл бұрын
How tall are you
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Hello, I am 175 cm.
@timothygil1 Жыл бұрын
You're not the safest rider out there are you???
@charlieboyvespa86103 жыл бұрын
Perhaps it needs a windscreen
@komoornik3 жыл бұрын
I have just mounted windscreen on my SH125i (previously done over 1000km without it) and I can only confirm that. The ride feels much more confident at higher speeds on the motorway.
@tescopiwo3 жыл бұрын
Windscreen is mandatory, it brings esthetic and big big confort
@drdoolittle57243 жыл бұрын
An unstable bike at high speed, Yamaha would not know how to make such a bike! Maybe your helmet attachments wrecked billion euro Honda wind tunnel figures!!!
@BenalRida3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that was the reason.
@sgsuper11502 жыл бұрын
Good: acceleration, easy of use and querky handling. Bad: Understeer, unbalanced, price.