Yes thanks Tim ...it's surprising how quick you can actually go on just 28 HP if you wind these things up a bit !

True and good point there! The problem me thinks is that many riders dont think about the fact that HP is always noted at max output HP. For example many of the sportier and R bikes might have 100+ HP but at 12-13 000 RPM that is. So riding such a bike at more normal RPMs like 3-6000 and you expect +100 HP and there is only maybe 30-40 HP at hand it actually feels underpowered. With these scooters you can have almost max torque/power with a little twist of the throttle, no need to get it screamin at 12-13000 RPMs…

@@KurtGAndersen Yes, sounds a very good explanation - and that many powerful bikes need to rev quite hard to produce power and many bikers haven't worked out how to pick the right gear yet! It demonstrates just how unsuitable many bikes are for actual road use these days.

My Forza 300 is just fine giving me more money in the pocket instead of giving it to Big Oil Corporations

See India and Vietnam.

Especially in winter...

@@podunkman2709 you can ride in the winter in Florida......

I ride my Honda ruckus in the winter (northern east coast). It's mostly US making freeway a first priority to any other road to plow and treat. Street level is a joke, they'll send only 2, 1, or none at all before 7AM to plow the roads even if they knew that snowfall is coming for that week. I believe busses should have the Japan model of having sensors set up halfway the stretch to signify the lights to go green for them to speed up times for riders and have plowing capabilities. This would have busses plowing at a good intervals on streets.

@@alaris1203 Yes I am familiar with this Japane system. Here in the UK we are caught in the middle. It snows but not enough for local councils to take to serious. Most get away with gritting and salting the roads. It's the modern problem where local government is treated like business and so they don't want under utilised kit sitting around idle.

Thanks Jan 😁

Are you happy with yours?

AHH great news Adrian many thanks 👍

Thanks David great choice...I think it's the best mid size scooter currently available. :)

Thanks Tony will do 😊🙂 💯

Thanks James 😊

Thanks Daniel 😁

Thanks Chris couldn't agree more Great price too 🙂

Many thanks Chris 😊

Thanks yes this is my favorite mid size scooter now 🙂

Thanks Steve great choice 😊

Why does it make more sense than the Forza for you, Steve? I’m struggling to tell the difference between them other than looks…

@@renes9966 ADV has better suspension and higher ground clearance plus full LCD display.

@@renes9966 Superior suspension.

Many thanks 👍👍

Thanks great choice 🙂😊

Thanks David ...it's my favorite mid size scooter

Many thanks 👍

Ok jay yes this will be perfect;) Cheers mark

Thanks victor my pleasure 😊

Haha I should have knocked on Harry's door !

Two perfect bikes there John 😊

Interesting Combo, mine'll share the garage with my Himalayan 😁

Thanks Robert yes that 750 engine gives great economy:)

I'm 6ft2 and looking to try this ADV350 soon...so not thrilled to read you found other similar bikes a bit cramped, especially as I plan to do a fair bit of 2-up riding. I can't afford the X-ADV 750 as much as I'd like one. I've also been looking at the CB500X but it's just more than I need, really, even though in many ways it's better.

​@@MoleskinemanDid you try it? I'm 6'7 and was recommended this one. X-ADV seems fine but heavy, Forza 350 had my knees on the handle bars though. Very curious about this ADV 350 but they're rare as hen's teeth in dealerships.

Many thanks 👍

And the sunshine!! 😐

@@inquisitive1911 Yes, I miss the sunshine! I ordered the ADV and it will arrive in January 2023!

Thanks Andrew it's my favorite mid size scooter

Many thanks:)

It would be great as a second bike 😉

Hi Tom paint maintenance is easy really on these being honda quality..it's a Matt finish so just a wash with quality shampoo and a wipe over will be absolutely fine Best wishes mark

Hi yes I've been trying to get a go on a kymco but they are thin on the ground where I am ...I'll keep looking :)

Thanks David 😁

Many thanks 👍

Hi it's on the studland side of sandbanks going into rempstone forest :) cheers mark

@@markpulling12 ah gotcha, thanks for responding so quickly. I picked up an Aprilia SR GT 125 yesterday which is also meant to have some off road chops so might take it there so it can put it's money where it's mouth is :) Cheers!

@@Clapham888 it's only a short track down to a farm it's not really a byway open to all traffic ... Shaftesbury drove Salisbury or Salisbury plain is good 👍

Hi Neil Tracer 9 GT and KTM 390 Duke ;)

Hi no absolutely fine I took a passenger heavier than me and it still went very well,no probs 👍

Hi yes I'd go for the adv it's just as good as the Forza but with more compliant suspension for bumpy roads:) Many thanks mark

@@markpulling12 Many thanks to you !!

And Givi offers a wider and taller windscreen for a decent price.

Many thanks for the sub 🙂

The matt finishes are a nightmare my MRS has a red one. Avoid. I went with the silver one as its the only one that is gloss

Hi Trevor the burgman 400 is great but the suspension on the adv is more compliant for bumpy roads... depends on the deal you can get...the adv may be in short supply at the moment I'd personally get the Honda Best regards mark

Thanks Neil 😊

Both are great bikes or even best in class but Honda gives 5 years of warranty which makes all the difference to me.

Picking a standard 350 Forza up on Monday to go touring on! Think it will be fne. First trip, Wild Atlantic Way.

@@mikeamos5296 You'll be fine. I live in Cornwall and my 350 Forza has toured Wales twice, plus the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Purchased new in August last year and now approaching 10k miles

Hi Rob it's the same for a 30 mile commute as the xmax only the suspension on the adv is better more compliant for UK roads :) Cheers mark

I had an Xmax 300 and would not have another until they make it safe to ride on unlit roads. Just ordered an ADV350 to replace my Forza 300

@@ongar93 What's up with it? Lights useless?

@@robhall5622 Yep, I can vouch for that. I ran an X-MAx 300 for 3 years and it was generally very good but the lights in winter were simply not fit for purpose. The first time on a dark lane I put it on full beam, I thought they were broken, but no! Many owners on the forums complained. I'm glad you asked the question about how it compares to the XMax as I was going to ask the same as I'm very tempted by the ADV. It looks a step up in many respects on the XMax and is actually cheaper!

Ok Ben thanks 🙂👍

hi. I had the maxsym 400I. Sold it and bought the 2022 maxsym 500TL Honestly, it's no where near a the comfort and wind protection as the 400i. The 500TL is sporty and fun to ride, but not for long distances. the seat isn't as soft and comfortable, no backrest for the pillion. and the under seat storage can barely hold 1 full face helmet, where the 400i could fit 2 full face helmets. all the best with wear you decide to purchase. make it your own and have fun . safe riding.

I've ridden quite a lot of miles on all these bikes. The 750 has literally twice the power. You'd notice a huge difference, though this may be irrelevant if you ride in town a lot or don't take a pillion. As a commuter, the 750 is probably overkill unless you have a 15+ mile journey on fast roads. The Forza 300 is a lovely bike. I just didn't find it big enough and it was slower compared to my 2010 SH300i. The latest 350 (really 330cc) engine is a bit more powerful and arguably takes performance back to the levels of 15 years ago on the SH300 before emissions started reducing the output. Perhaps this is a sweet spot in the range in terms of what you get per £...?

@@robertmarsh3588 Hiya, I haven't ridden the new nc750 range /engine. I used to ride through London a nc700 early one so its dct was a bit rubbish, couldn't make up its mind which gear to go in and it blooming heavy and boaty around the bends! I like a cvt scooter and yes 350 would hit the sweet spot! I still have an urge to splash out on a tmax 530 but they so expensive even second hand. Guess I will just keep mine now its paid for. Oh I did rest ride the sh300 but didn't find it any swifter than the forza 300 at the time but haven't ridden the very old sh300 I hear good things about them and they do 50k miles or more if looked after.

Hi thanks for the comment Yes the adv Honda is quite big so should have more leg room than your Aprilia Best wishes mark

Hi mark ....yes most definitely 😁 It's very comfortable...will sit at 70 mph all day Best regards

The SH350 lacks storage which is why they come with a top box usually. The Piaggio Beverly 400 has a similar style but more substance, I'd plump for that. I just wish Piaggio also did an ADV style scooter. I know some think they're silly like fake SUVs but as a tall person, I like their extra height and adjustability a lot.

Is it quicker in acceleration?

@@TronciM I'd say similar, but as it's lighter it may well be quicker.

Hi yes the same at about 11.5 L

Hi it manoeuvres quickly due to the small wheels so it would be very safe in that respect cheers mark

Hi. There is another UK based reviewer, 5.1ft tall and he showed he can stand on its toe balls on it. I am just as that tall, I have 32" inseam height and I am sure I can stand on it without issues. Unfortunately, I was on market for a Tricity 300 due to not having a motorcycle licence, so no testing it by me yet, but this ADV is so appealing. I think that the price difference, would cover my riding school and exams, plus buying a good cover, strong chain and disc locks, and a monimoto GPS tracker for this bike. Also, I could get some serious discount through a gov. program, called "the wreck". I have an old car which if I scrap, I can receive more than 1000GBP discount. The unpleasant part is the paperwork and too much bureaucracy, wandering between dealer, police registration office, tax office and scrapyard.

Hi Jeffrey just for commuting probably the Forza would just win because of its smaller profile

I'll see if I can get hold of one :)

That's an awfully long time to wait Simon ...I'd get a good used Forza 350 now if I were you

Thanks

Ordered mine April and was told February next year. Had a call October saying it would be November this year which I thought was a proper bonus but unfortunately early December they informed me it would be next year again. I've got my eye on the 2023 new xmax300, looks nice.

If you can, hold on. I've had my ADV350 for nearly a year and 5,000 miles in, its fantastic. I've had 25 motorbikes and this could be the best! Good luck.

@@robshaw2319 wise words, I did hold on and I'm so glad I did. Like you I've had numerous motorbikes, normally they've been adventure and supermoto style bikes hence the reason I was attracted to this particular bike. Only had it a week after waiting 10 months, but I'm loving it so far and can't wait for the better weather for longer trips. Any one waiting I would echo @robshaw, hang in there.