2023 HONDA SH350i review

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The latest vid from theloftybiker......A review of the 2023 Honda SH350i.
Finished in silver with the additional Honda screen and knuckle guards.
A big thank you to Damerells forthe loan of the bike.
#theloftybiker #damerells #hondash350i

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@FlyingPanMan Жыл бұрын

Hi TLB. Nice review. After many years of big bikes, at 6' 3" and 113Kg, with bad hip and knee, I bought one of these and found there is still FUN to be had riding such a light bike. I recently put up a KZbin video of a ride with two pals on sports bikes... one of them complained it was hard work keeping up with me! We did 140-ish miles and I could've done double that. The high screen does feel weird at first, but you could smoke your pipe behind it while riding. However, I cut a couple of inches off the top as I prefer to look over it at all times. Another pal has just traded in his Yamaha Tricity 300 for a new(ish) SH350 because he owned the SH300 previously and regretted selling it. These are good for Towning and Touring.

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

Glad you are giving sports bike riders a run pmsl .........Have fun

@urbanfireblade Ай бұрын

This is a lovely video review to just sit back and watch. Im looking to downsize to an SH300i from a Triumph Speed Triple 1050, looks great fun the Honda SH's, albeit a 300 and not a 350 but wont be too much difference. Cracking review, a proper mix of everything needed to know about it.

@theloftybiker3090 Ай бұрын

@@urbanfireblade the 300cc engine is peach...thanks for watching

@volt8684 Жыл бұрын

Had an xmax250 rode to Spain and back twice. Now got sh300. Truly remarkable machines as all rounders.rather this than 350 enfields. Belt driven not chain maintenance, comfy, frugal, easy diy. V reliable. As you say stick on trailer,camper. Two up on these no prob. They are no slouches at this cc

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

I just love scooters

@mikehalliday9154 Жыл бұрын

Great review again lofty I roll the adv 350 which carries the same lump as this I can't fault it I nip to the shop and end up doing a 20 mile detour love scooting Look forward to your next review Mike up in North Yorkshire

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Amos1965 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks for this review, watched it 5 times now and thought a test ride was called for. Just today I had that test ride, got back to the dealer and told sales that the silver one they had brand new is stock is sold. I decided to add the screen and hand guards as it will be used through winter and protected to the hilt with much protection against winter road grime. Get it next week 👍🏻. My good weather ride is a 2018 VFR1200 Crosstourer which goes to sleep during the winter months with an optimate keeping the battery in good order 👍🏻. Thanks again for this review./ test ride.

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

ace news, glad my vid had some impact. Thanks for watching.......

@RRRRefuelRideRace Ай бұрын

Except for the windscreen this is a great looking scooter. I like it. Nice video TLB. Enjoyed. Did you ride the Piaggio Medley 150?

@theloftybiker3090 Ай бұрын

@@RRRRefuelRideRace the screen is an Honda extra...not really needed....looks better without it....no don't get to ride Piaggios.....thanks for watching once again

@RRRRefuelRideRace Ай бұрын

@@theloftybiker3090 Aha, I get it.

@tomellis4750 Жыл бұрын

Swapping my Himalayan for one at the end of the month. Stiff at my age makes mounting difficult. Went to Portugal on it last year, bit slow, not meant for hammering across countries. Will go on the scooter in September. Should be a smoother, quieter ride. Go well.

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

Scooters are so practical and great fun..thanks for watching

@jonathan-th2bg 9 ай бұрын

Owned 5 of the sh300i. Great scooters. I tend to get bored quick and sell after a year. My very first ones the rear suspension wasn’t too bad, however over the years the rear suspension has got really bad. My last was a 2016, it was like new, but my goodness that suspension was so jolting over some pretty standard pot holes. The suspension looks the same as the old ones, but honestly how Honda can do such a good scooter and cut corners like that. The other negative for some people with size 11 upwards feet is the tiny bit of foot room, there’s more on the sh125…..so if you’ve big feet check first. I now have a Vespa 300 gts, it’s on a 2008 plate and it runs rings around the sh as far as comfort goes, way more comfortable ride, loads more foot room. The other positive thing I noticed about the Vespa is it’s so so nimble, I’ve never owned anything that can handle a bend like it, makes such easy work of it. I hear people saying small wheels are terrible, well all I can say is it’s nimbleness and comfort in my eyes make it more fun and pleasurable to ride than the back jack hammering sh, and I loved my old sh300s. Only downside to the Vespa is you have to take a little time rust proofing certain areas, but that’s it. Also the more bench like seat of the Vespa gives you more room to shuffle about, whereas on the sh you’re literally locked in place, that shuffle room of the Vespa makes a big difference. My friend has the 22 plate gts Vespa with the new quicker engine, but the difference isn’t enough to bother me at all, and I find the older 08 engine smoother. Loved the video, and it’s very useful to many riders to see someone with your height and build on these different bikes/scooters. Thanks…..if you get chance do a video on the Vespa 300.

@theloftybiker3090 9 ай бұрын

You are welcome, I also have a Vespa 250gts....thanks for watching

@sonnylouis9650 3 ай бұрын

Enjoyed the video what was the C nimbus cloud called? Haha

@Rick-ve5lx 23 күн бұрын

Are you looking through the screen or over the top? Nice machine btw.

@theloftybiker3090 23 күн бұрын

@@Rick-ve5lx didn't like the screen...not for me

@michaelwade1092 7 ай бұрын

I have a SH300i 2011 its got 32,500 Miles on it, it starts first time, i take it out on a Sunday in winter for about 10/20 mile ride depending how cold it is! I'm toying with the idea of touring France on it, (last did this on a K1100LT 13 years ago) But so easy to ride as i gave up riding after the France trip so wanted a bike to build confidence on. I'm getting around 72mpg but not done any long rides yet, but hoping to put some miles on it once it warms up a bit! Oh i have a Givi Split screen adjustable so you can back it of for wind in your face or up it for Zero wind, i prefer somewhere in the middle as not a fan of looking through a screen. Best wishes! Ps no idea why scooters are looked down on? Even the General public refer to them as Mopeds! FFS!

@theloftybiker3090 7 ай бұрын

Scooters are ace I love them...I have a Vespa 250GTS and a a Kawasaki J300.......fill your boots...thanks for watching

@geoff6942 Жыл бұрын

Great review Lofty. I wish all bikers were as open minded as you about scooters. I passed my IAM Advanced Motorcycle test on an SH350 a couple of years ago. Good points: wonderfully smooth engine excellent on corners step-thru good. 12 kg lighter than similarly-engined Forza 350 Bad: Underseat storage less than Forza 350 which could take 2 helmets, or loads of shopping. Like you I had a tall screen fitted (5'9" rider), I found buffeting at 70mph upset handling. The Forza I bought later didn't experience this - (Fairing/windscreen design different?). If you're a biker of mature years wishing to have a machine more practical and ridable than a sports bike, this, or the Forza would fit the bill.

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

ADV350 next week 😉

@geoff6942 Жыл бұрын

@@theloftybiker3090 Look frward to that. Check your audio description of SH350i power. I believe it is 21.5kW, (29hp).

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

@@geoff6942 Yes you are correct it's 29bhp.....Dont know where my head was

@nbgen 4 ай бұрын

I’ve had the 300 for 16 years a great little road bike and it will take you anywhere in country sits all day at 68-70 mph this 350:has more power but unfortunately has keyless ignition. The other problem is it doesn’t come with a screen and heated grips that I had fitted for U.K. weather protection but it came with a matching top box. The problem with the 300 and 350 is the gap under the handle bars, that jets rain through and drenches your legs. I hung a small rubber Matt from the bottom screen for bad weather or long journeys it rolls up into the back box when not needed it does nothing for the aesthetics of the bike but keeps you dry. The forza doesn’t have this problem and therefore give much better protection especially with its built in adjustable screen and massive under seat storage. It is more expensive, but better value.

@theloftybiker3090 4 ай бұрын

Yes Cliff, I agree 100%....thanks for watching

@ianrobertson2276 8 ай бұрын

Great review. The 160cc version is hugely popular in Vietnam. I believe this bike comes with Bluetooth connectivity and the app tells you about service history and conditions of liquids. Great bike 😊

@theloftybiker3090 8 ай бұрын

A great scooter...Tech (blue tooth)additions are country specific.....thanks for watching

@fjp3305 8 ай бұрын

I have a SH300. It's a great bike for the city, but does a good job on the highway. I would trade it for a SH350, but mine it's still like new.

@theloftybiker3090 8 ай бұрын

The best got better ...thanks for watching

@edwardsp1916 Жыл бұрын

Love it. Had the 125 version and the 350 is on my list for my next purchase. The biggest disappointment is the under seat storage seems less on the 350 than the 125?

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

You would need to get them side by side for confirmation....The engine is a slightly larger unit

@geoff6942 Жыл бұрын

The storage will take a modular helmet, (Shuberth C3 easily). Although the space looks shallow at first sight, the concave underseat means it will take a lot. You also have the bag-clip on the front fairing, to carry a shopping bag. Thats a great bonus.

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

@@geoff6942 thanks for watching Geoff

@Ste1985zz 7 ай бұрын

Only 10kg heavier than the SH125? 8:56 I see SH125i=136.5kg and SH350i=172kg based on Hondas website? Seems like a big difference, interested how that feels

@theloftybiker3090 7 ай бұрын

The 350cc engine is a peach...loads of power and easily manageable....thanks for watching

@makshrech1263 3 ай бұрын

Hello! Can anyone say something about engine? Is it still reliable as previous years model?

@theloftybiker3090 3 ай бұрын

Try the forums or Facebook page....generally happy owners don't have much to say.....thanks for watching

@Shifty-t5w 3 ай бұрын

Isnt the screen removable?

@theloftybiker3090 3 ай бұрын

@@Shifty-t5w not on someone else's bike....thanks for watching

@thebikegeekandmore2448 Жыл бұрын

When I testdrove it, I found the rear shocks rockhard.

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

I love it, thanks for watching

@Amos1965 11 ай бұрын

I too found the rear shocks very hard on my brand new SH350, and from the factory they are set mid way on number 3. I’ve since put them on the softest setting of number 1 which has made a significant improvement on rough roads for which we have plenty here in the UK. Excellent scooter though, and no regrets whatsoever in purchasing it 👍🏻

@Daipham1410 Жыл бұрын

do you guys ship to UsA?

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.....I'm only reviewing the bikes, you will need to contact Honda Motorcycles USA for availability

@luiscarlosarias2126 4 ай бұрын

29hp not 37hp

@theloftybiker3090 4 ай бұрын

Do you know Louis Carlos I think you are correct...well spotted....thanks for watching

@deangeorgiev5236 Жыл бұрын

Incorrect information bike is 29 bhp

@theloftybiker3090 Жыл бұрын

Yes you are correct.....it has already been covered in the comments....it's a great scooter as is the forza and the adv...all the same engine and power