HONDA GB350S | Review | First impression | gb350

[@steveb1297]

Ordered mine for a 1st March registration. I’ve had the Hunter 350 and the Honda is just that bit better all round. Purist riding. Simple and fun. For me that’s what biking is about.

[@Toni62R]

Mr. Fish, welcome back, great review and interesting bike!

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Finally in Europe. Could be a very good seller. Will see. Nice video bro. Enjoyed.

[@thisandthat1265]

Small capacity bikes really do have a place in our market.

[@samwoolley4974]

Happy to report that the 17stone weight didn’t break the seat in, as I test rode the exact same bike the day after you 😂 rather firm. Found it great fun to ride

[@Mrfish2015]

I did try 😂

[@aladinfox4098]

Great review ,haha I often do that, put my thumb up to imagine what a bike looks like without a particular part 😄. Long stroke engine ,tubless tyres and centre stand are winners.The RE bikes all free up with an exhaust change just like this one hopefully will. A scrambler version next !

[@paulbeasmore1408]

I think the bike looks better standard without the accessories on it. The only thing I would do is put on a front fender extender. I have had lots of bikes and quite a few Hondas and looks wise I think it’s fantastic. As you say if you want to ride fast then there is no point looking at this particular bike. A lot of riders like myself are getting older and now want a lighter bike. Had over 50 bikes myself and have a Triumph Speed 400 at the moment which is great. I think I will be getting this GB350 too! Good review.👍

[@0scartheCat]

exactly

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@martinehulme8743]

I know exactly what you mean, i had a hunter 350, loved it. But the restriction drove me nuts . I saw one of those yesterday at Grantham when my friend was looking at the hornet 1000 . Yeah i like it Great to see you back Fish 🐠 xx ❤

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks , ride one the only way you’ll know

[@jrsilva]

nice review. Im really digging this bike, the looks, the original sound and to be honest the way she drives, like you beautifully said "relaxed and lazy". I´ve been riding motorbikes since i was 14 years old eventually reaching up to 1000CC sport bikes and i've noticing my self slowly moving down the CC range again, seems that as a grew older and hopefully wiser, im looking more to enjoy the ride at a calm pace, enjoying both the bike and the surroundings, while with larger bikes its always go go go, curve after curve.

[@1990-t1j]

I like this better than any of the RE singles.

[@Mrfish2015]

I don’t know I haven’t ridden any

[@warrenbrooks-r2h]

I do like this bike, I own and ride daily a 1998 CB250W Uk nighthawk. Its twin cylinder twin exhaust and is great on the country lanes and round town. Only thing it doesn't like is the motorway but when needs must it does cope ok just gotta sit in the first lane at around 65ish. I am thinking of retiring her for just the odd weekend outing as she is in fantastic condition and want to keep it forever its a credit to Mr Honda's awesome engineering. I may be tempted by the GB.

[@andreacasula5109]

welcome back Mr Fish, an other great video! Cheers from the lightblue sea of Italy

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks and ciao

[@frankmorris2603]

My sister owned a 1970s Honda 350 in the 70s. Nice bike. I was young and at that point it seemed powerful. It was a twin. Those nakeds back then were impressive.

[@zaphodbeeblebrox4574]

I believe that that Honda CB350 of the 70's had almost double the power of this GB350.

[@rockwestfahl]

I had one also. An sl350, 1972i loved it. Rode it to bits!

[@hctim96]

I had a CB350 back in the '70s.. my first "store bought" bike.. A regular buzz bomb. 4k and above it was punishing.. but fun!!

[@grahamjohnstone9983]

Glad to see you back

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks , I didn’t go anywhere though lol

[@herrdirektor1969]

Ordered one, as clean as possible. Just the heated grips, USB and a connector to my Optimate battery tender. 😊

[@ramiretz]

perfect i will also always keep mine is pure as possible.... now it only needs to arrive ........

[@Mrfish2015]

Nice one!

[@KebbleAllwaters-ud1eh]

Beautiful bike. I wish this was an option available when I bought my Hunter 350.

[@Mrfish2015]

Love the one you’re on

[@tonydrake5889]

Spoked wheels would be the icing on the cake

[@onanysundrymule3144]

Nice review Sir. I like single long-stroke torque and last forever simplicity. I want one in a version that has a) Wire spokes and b) full mudguards. Edit (later in video). It is odd that the rear wheel chain adjustment seems to be nearly maxed out on a brand new machine!

[@adambodhi431]

Seen plenty of these on Indain roads. They really like the smaller capacity bikes here, i guess it suits the road's. Although Indian roads are starting to be better than the UK roads. Lots of new Enfield models appearing and more twin 650 variants too. Good honest motorcycling

[@mikefrancais]

I really enjoy your unique delivery and review style. Keep it up! And I have a triumph 400 scrambler. Just perfect for me in my opinion.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@rogermarlton8616]

i picked mine up yesterday. iv e not got any extras and its a lovely looking bike. ive not ridden it yet, im having to sort my insurance out. nice review mr fish.

[@Phiyedough]

I think it would look better without all the bolt on bits.

[@Mrfish2015]

Nice one , have fun

[@Tommy-Atkins]

Nice!..the first UK review?! …it looks like a fab commuter/ back lane plodder….I have to say though..looking at those average wet cr@ppy roads, the RE classic 350 has better rider/engine protection with its “fit for purpose “ longer mudguards etc!…👌😎

[@PhilipKerry]

Mr Darcy and the Old Man reviewed it ages ago .

[@Mrfish2015]

In the uk ?

[@PhilipKerry]

@@Mrfish2015 The video is up still on their channel .

[@Mrfish2015]

@@PhilipKerry I’ll have a look, good channel and decent fellas

[@Mrfish2015]

@@PhilipKerryjust looked , that’s not the uk , great vid though

[@timhicks2154]

I do like singles! Got 3. Two running, one dead. That Honda looks good.

[@AdyRider]

Enjoyed your thoughts, Thank You. Hopefully Honda have a best seller there.

[@Jaffa1951]

The rumour is that they are going to release a GB500 single. It has the same engine but is bored out to make it a 500. If I remember correctly part of the extra cc's will come from lengthening the stroke as well. I think I'd be more interested in that one. If the rumour is correct it won't weigh much more than the GB350 either.

[@Mrfish2015]

I’ll look forward to that

[@golasoff]

Amazing bike and amazing views in England. The button for fog lights is hilarious 😅

[@christianweller4288]

Long stroke, air cooled, India focussed motorcycle….. I’d be only too happy to run around slowly doing 110mpg…. because I’m a stingy old git with no ambitions of winning the TT.🤣

[@IndigoJo]

Similar architecture to the CB125F though despite the retro looks. Maybe it's for people more used to that but want a bit more oomph without too much loss of fuel economy.

[@christianweller4288]

Even better …… it has two valves with screw and lock nut adjusters……. so 100% “field-serviceable”… just like the NC.

[@IndigoJo]

@@christianweller4288 NC 750?

[@christianweller4288]

@@IndigoJo Yeah the NC still has good old screw and locknut adjusters (but 4 valves per cylinder). Makes the job much easier.

[@garyporter-smith9658]

@@christianweller4288 the angle of the block in the frame canted forward like it is must help too ??

[@robedmunds7163]

I like your tests, because if it fits you, it will fit me.

[@Mrfish2015]

Ha ha

[@leos8720]

I want one... immediately 😊

[@manos_recovery]

Nice ride! Waiting March for mine in black. Wellmade,easy to fix,pretty Japan made bike 👌🏻 Wish it had bigger front mudguard,to much dirt all over.

[@alexhogan1]

They've made an effort with the rear mudguard in fairness. It's wider and body coloured so it is not like the recent trend of a long random piece of black additional plastic.

[@althescottishbiker]

I love the styling of this bike. Retro cool and a reasonable price when everything is going up. Ride safe.

[@Mrfish2015]

Couldn't agree more!

[@jd6549]

I ride a 45 year old CB400NA Superdream and this bike seems similar in nature. Both are not fast bikes but are happy to be ridden within the realms of normal driving. I like the price, but personally I don't like that silly headlamp cowl and a more retro rear mudguard would be better. Reading the comments it looks like it could be a popular bike. Thanks for the review.

[@Brian-qg9bm]

Coming from Alaska, I find UK roads both horrifying and fascinating. The edge of the road, is the EDGE of the road. Lean too hard into a corner and someone might lose a chunk of hedge to your teeth. I get the sense that the vast majority of the roads there are older than the concept of traffic. They've bedded themselves into the earth from ages of use. They're trails, that have gradually evolved, modified and adapted into contemporary roads. This stands in stark opposition to where I'm from, where civilization didn't arrive until just yesterday and every bit of infrastructure has been put in since then. We have easements wider than our roads, on either side of the road. Outside the fog line, you've got another lane worth of screw-up territory to wake up in, before you officially crash. Lovely review btw. Thank you Mr. Fish.

[@nicknelson9450]

Absolutely correct...and incidentally this, and the impatient/unfriendly car drivers, is what, for me, makes the UK a dire place to go on a cycling holiday.

[@Mrfish2015]

You get used to them , but can be sketchy

[@Brian-qg9bm]

@@Mrfish2015 I would love to tour there, properly, on a Triumph. Beautiful country with truly rich history and pubs. It's on the bucket list, but I'm stuck doing my dumb job, to earn stupid money, so I can pay ridiculous bills. At least until the day I can make it, do carry on the good work. All the best to you sir.

[@Brian-qg9bm]

@@nicknelson9450 This, I didn't expect to hear. In Alaska, people are generally very considerate and accommodating on the roads, yielding, erring on the side of caution, paying attention etc. - until you get into Anchorage. That place will either kill you drive you nuts. Other than that, it's alright. Call me naive or ignorant, but I would have bet good money that UK drivers held themselves to an uncommonly high standard of vehicular conduct.

[@nicknelson9450]

@ Well it's not exclusive to the UK, of course, nor is it generalised behavior, but personally I've experienced some surprisingly inconsiderate drivers there and it's no doubt exacerbated by the narrow, winding and old-fashioned nature of the secondary road network. (not that it's any better on the motorways, really) And of course everthing is relative too...I've been watching Marc Travels videos in places like India and that sort of traffic mayhem I wouldn't be happy with either.

[@JohnInSale]

Great review 🤗 Think I prefer the boggo standard looking GB350 rather than the S version. Bit simpler and more retro without the extras you mention on this one. Then it’d be lovely 🏍️

[@timboharty7325]

Have you looked at the Asian / Indian market H’ness models , looks like a 1970s CB350

[@Mrfish2015]

This is the only one I saw , they have to do the bolt ons as it’s a demo (up sell lol)

[@acerforge3882]

Thanks for a sensible early test. If ( big if) they had used the 286cc engine from my CB300R it would have been a great bike which still had low down torque but also revved freely to give more power and performance when wanted. Thats the one I would buy like a shot! Like you I have a Supercub for riding the back lanes at 30 to 50mph so I don't need another slow machine.

[@petersheppard6085]

Great video....I know exactly where you're coming from with the engine....I would have a knot in my gut all the time, waiting for it to "come on song"....and it wouldn't happen....frustrating !

[@Mrfish2015]

Ha ha , that sums it up , but once your accept it for what it is, it’s good

[@BatFlattery]

Test road a New Scrambler 400X, thought yer good bike and wanted one there and then so bought a used one with 1500 miles on. It felt 100% better and completely different and better for it. For the first time ever I never had buyers remorse, cracking bike and completely at home on it. I now have my perfect garage, Tiger 900 GT Pro, Scrambler 400X and the greatest bike of all time, the P reg C90 😎😎😎

[@Mrfish2015]

I’d love to ride the triumphs , they’ve never offered lol

[@maskedavenger2578]

It actually looks like a proper motorcycle , with right way up forks & twin shocks on rear . The seat could have been longer to allow a shorter rear mudguard tail & rear light unit , the zorst all chrome or polished stainless & mirrors extended slightly. Other wise a nice looking little A & B road plodding relaxed thumper at a realistic affordable price . It’s a Honda so should be bullet proof &a lot more reliable than it’s rivals . I could even see these bikes ending up with cult status ,like the Honda cubs . Good review 👍

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks for that

[@timparry5028]

Had look at one yesterday and booked a test ride. Got a classic 500 so interested for the comparison. Its a stunning looking bike. The engine just looks fantastic and I love long stroke motors

[@Mrfish2015]

It does look good

[@ripmax333]

Are you planning to test Drive the Kawasaki w230? It think although its a 200-something cc it could be a good competitor to this Honda.

[@simongarey8575]

Great video and I like the look of this.

[@neilcole3406]

It’s going to be good for customising!

[@jjstuartonwriting8150]

Heard a rumour that this bike is coming to Canada, fingers crossed and deposit ready.

[@Flowerpotmen]

good memorys of the the plough inn pub you rode past in coldharbour, we would ride out there for a pint and occasionally you would see Oliver reed drinking in there (he used to live just down the road), ideal bike for pottering around the roads in that area 👍

[@Mrfish2015]

I never knew that , I’ve had a few coffees in there lovely place

[@drdoolittle5724]

Bril, the review Iv'e been waiting for! How would you rate it on fast A roads, especially getting past the longest fastest arctics? The Meteor 350 and the ADV 350 just melted in those conditions so they had to go!

[@stevebolton8471]

If you want to ride fast A roads then I think a Speed 400 would suit you better as it is higher revving water cooled bike. I rode one last summer and it was fantastic. I like the Honda as well though, sounds good, looks good too.

[@drdoolittle5724]

@stevebolton8471 cannot disagree, you but with a dodgy knee, went for a Vulcan 650 S and after many years wasting money trying to find perfection, this might be it🤞🤞🤞

[@Mrfish2015]

It’s not really for that I would say the adv is quicker

[@larryparson9609]

I’d like the dull price point Good 👍 😊

[@keithsbitsandpieces]

Another fun one 😊 Thankyou Mr Fish Your not dull or slow 😂 Its probably been strangled for the A2 thingy ???

[@fasteddy3661]

It is strangled because it is air-cooled and has to meet E5+ regulations

[@Mrfish2015]

No where near A2 limit .. It’s 21bhp

[@_audacerider3838]

Bikes like this are the essence of motorcycling. They are a joy to ride but sadly if You don't ride in a grump of similar motorcycles(125cc to 350cc) You are always gonna feel underpowered. When it comes to overtaking. Besides that they are a blast!

[@marksimpson5218]

I agree, that is why I am happy to ride a fast bike slow. I don’t want cars up my arse & I have no power to spare.

[@Greg-io1ip]

Changing the bars to a forward - bending board tracker racing handlebar might help taller riders. True 6'2" myself here. 210 pounds. Lots of muscle, and a spare winter tire. I found with bicycles with short top tubes I could get a good fit changing the handle bars and getting the seat backwards as far as possible. Good for better aerodynamic seating, but not as much pedal power gains because body weight isn't fully utilized. Make this Honda 350 seat longer and swap the bars, it's probably just right. (Think 'mustache' handle bars, with grips swiveled to be forward and slightly downward, horizontally. Perpendicular full control. Not angled forward or backwards, horizontal. That way they don't have to be very wide. Narrow bars are safer around tight spaces and ride balance. Body tuck in turns is more immediate and natural.)

[@Greg-io1ip]

Those existing bars just flipped over are already capable of being that 'mustache' handle bar setup. I myself find their look slightly wide, so I'd be flipping them over/around and probably cutting about 5 - 10 CM off each end, then putting the controls back where they belong.

[@golasoff]

Hopefully, Hitchcock in England will make a big bore kit!

[@Mrfish2015]

Alfred ? Lol

[@arminmuller5990]

Es wurde für den Indischen Markt entwickelt und ist wohl eher ein Gebrauchs-Motorrad für den indischen Stadtverkehr. Der kleine Motor muss schon ganz schön an seinem Limit gedreht werden wenn man es etwas eiliger hat - ob das auf Dauer Spaß macht? Aber im Unterhalt dürfte es vermutlich darum auch günstig sein. Was mich irritiert sind die zu kurzen Schutzbleche, weshalb die Maschine sehr stark verdreckt - ich war noch nie in Indien, aber ich befürchte, dass deren Straßen jetzt nicht sauberer sind als unsere hier in Deutschland.

[@Sweetasanut]

Morning as always love your vids and style where are you riding Surrey hills ?

[@IndigoJo]

Coulsdon to Box Hill.

[@Mrfish2015]

Yes that was around the Surrey hills

[@steveb1297]

It’s also a bike that will feel much better once it’s got a few thousand miles on. Air cooled engines need a bit more bedding in time. 👍

[@Mrfish2015]

100a%

[@mattdog1982]

Nice bike. I have a hunter (unrestricted) which I love. If this Honda had been out at the time, I would have had a major headache. These bikes do need running in. The hunter improved dramatically after a 1000 miles.

[@mattdog1982]

@christga100 mine didn't come with the speed restriction . Some hunters do, some don't. I believe it depends on your ECU model number. I have heard of people changing their classic 350 ECU out for a hunter one. It's not a massive difference mind you. I've had a clock speed of over 80 (on a private track of course)

[@mattdog1982]

@@christga100 the hunter would be a buy for you. Small wheelbase and relatively light. More manageable than the classic

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@marcheighton6436]

I suppose you have to remember it was built for the Indian market to compete with RE and initially to carry the family and take your livestock to market for which it is eminently suited. As you say a ploder a workhorse and that doesn't make it bad

[@neilcole3406]

Honda know what motorcycle riders want, and it isn’t stupid expensive bikes for the road, this is a little country lane fun bike, affordable,dependable, they will sell tons of them!

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Many of us own both the smaller bikes and the glorious larger displacement motorcycles. I'd hate to be without either.

[@debbieclegg2485]

The wind resistance with a "tall" geezer on it, it gonna be a bit underpowered in spots .. but its so cute though .. looks a bit retro Triumph ish ... perfect price for a little local commuter .. anyhoo.. entertaining first impression Mr F ... hows about a few like that for the abroad TP1. RV n U little big adventure part (whatever number that'd be?!) 😬👍🌠

[@Mrfish2015]

Ha ha , we keep trying

[@ramiretz]

already ordered mine before christmas... still waiting...... i will keep mine pure as possible in india a few guys already DeCat it and put other exhausts on it... zero difference doesn't make it any faster or better

[@0scartheCat]

those indian CB350 are not Euro5+

[@Humanbeing5554]

​@@0scartheCatthey are euro 6

[@IndigoJo]

How does this compare to the CB125F? Similar architecture, 3x bigger engine but only 2x the power.

[@Mrfish2015]

Much better , it has more torque

[@RK-bl8uv]

That'd be great with the 500 engine in it.

[@ChrisRufus76]

Apparently Honda have put in emissions documents for a 500 version

[@slowtaknow]

I believe for the air-cooled singles, a 500cc would be suitable for most bikes. Enough HP for American highways,yet fuel efficiency to please if done right.

[@ianhalliwell8604]

Another great Honda at a great price. Wonder if they will do a 500 and 750 version.

[@0scartheCat]

Euro 5 plus raises it's head . .so after market exhaust & flashing might not be possible . .Good review

[@Mrfish2015]

I’m sure someone somewhere knows what to do

[@roelvanes1711]

I suspect it'll loosen up a lot after a few 1000 miles, but, as you say, it will always remain a country road plodder 😊

[@Mrfish2015]

100%

[@unicornpower6934]

Hopefully taking this bike for a test ride. Honda normally get it right 1st time

[@michaelwade1092]

Please start doing more reviews again, i always enjoyed your reviews. Get the ADV 350 i wanna know if its as good as they say, i got a SH300 and should i change it?

[@derbyshireruralrider9398]

Enjoyed 3 years of ADV350 but contemplating swapping for a geared bike

[@Mrfish2015]

I like doing them , but don’t want to be a review channel , so I’ll space them out lol

[@michaelwade1092]

@Mrfish2015 fair enough bud

[@michaelwade1092]

@derbyshireruralrider9398 yeah I get you, just the storage on scooters is fantastic. Maybe have both?

[@derbyshireruralrider9398]

@ plenty of storage on scooter, very little storage in my tiny garden!

[@christophreinhardt3627]

..and compared to your cl 500.. what would you chose for a chilled ride ... beside the price? Id love a gb 500...

[@Mrfish2015]

I prefer my cl but this it definitely more chilled

[@rogerkay8603]

Love that, but do I like it enough to chop my CB500F in for one? Oooh, tough call, love the CB500 Hornet, 8000 trouble free miloes since April 2024

[@Mrfish2015]

Ride one , you’ll probably keep the 500

[@Lee-70ish]

If I wanted a good commuter bike with more tickle than a 125 at a great price Id look at one. But if I want a bike that has character and soul, I'd go with the 350J series Enfield . Long strokers are just so zen

[@MotoTourIreland]

A nice bike for heading to work. Bimbling around the backroads.

[@Mrfish2015]

It sure is!

[@jerrywines382]

Saw it at the NEC and it looks like a quality bike for under £4k. It probably needs a thousand or so miles on it to loosen up.

[@Mrfish2015]

Definitely

[@johndiehardmclean23]

Hey John,Great looker of a bike though,despite going by what you said about the engine feeling a little restricted! 😎👍 Will you be attending the old ABR with Pete this year mate & are you bringing your NX500 this time? 🤔

[@Mrfish2015]

I will be there (well I have the tickets) not sure which bike though ..

[@johndiehardmclean23]

@Mrfish2015 Well I'll keep my peepers peeled for yous dude! 😎✌️

[@bobthomas-wn7qh]

Small-bore life ❤

[@TheEltervaag]

fingers crossed for a Gb750. This thing looks amazing.

[@Lee-70ish]

Not wrong . Smaller simple good priced bikes are on the rise. Big over priced techno machines are on a rapid decline. Reminds me of the early 70s when the C50 wiped the floor with bigger machines

[@docthebiker]

It sounds like the flywheel if probably about the same weight as my old CB500.

[@HippoDrones]

It is a good looking bike, should give the royal Enfield's and BSA bikes a run for the sales money. Def not a fan of that fog light switch on the bars, BSA have similar but for a USB, really looks out of place. Nice that the speedo is a dial rather than a display. That ECO light would annoy me, I wonder if you can turn it off in the settings?

[@Mrfish2015]

I would think you can turn it off … or tape lol

[@HippoDrones]

@@Mrfish2015 tape fixes everything! 😀

[@Mrfish2015]

100%

[@pierrevanhalteren5733]

Thank you for this video but really sound quality sucks, you should ask Itchy boot how she manages with the sound.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks for the feedback , what’s the problem? Just looked back worked perfectly fine for me

[@onanysundrymule3144]

Sounds fine.

[@gadgetman_nz4092]

Too many shocks on the rear for me. Interesting that the fuel consumption is much the same as the wee Honda XR190 that I tootle around on when I'm allowed. Great video. This would be towards my upper limit for size, I'm about 73kg/11.5st/160lb and 1.8m/5'11". Think it was about NZ$5/3quid for a little LCD rev counter.

[@Mrfish2015]

All retros seem to have 2 shocks

[@gadgetman_nz4092]

@@Mrfish2015 Bit of an oversite when they have discs, ABS, EFI, ...

[@tomstc]

Nice seeing my old hunting ground!

[@kylemesser4281]

Be cool to have this in the US

[@pommiegranite464]

Honda are trying to put a dent in the RE 350's. I don't think it will happen. The RE's have that indefinable ace up their sleeve - character!

[@rajasankar1245]

Waiting for GB-350C in Europe

[@DM-ve8vb]

Great potential for cafe treatment.

[@alantheloneranger]

The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is probably better value than the Honda. If you look around you can get a brand new one for £3500 and it has a centre stand as standard and proper pillion grab handles. I prefer the blacked out look of the Royal Enfield and the fact that it has 17 inch front wheels back and front. The Honda has a better dash and all LED lights and indicators, whereas the Enfield only has LED on the rear light. I don't like the way Honda has the throttle cable moving with the throttle. The Enfield looks more Retro than the Honda if that's what matters to some

[@pete07bikes]

Just to correct you sir - That's the heated grips cable moving with the throttle, not the throttle cable, also centre stand is standard on the Honda as are the luggage bobbins

[@alantheloneranger]

@pete07bikes I stand corrected 👍

[@Mrfish2015]

I always say , just get the one that floats your boat

[@manos_recovery]

Nice video 👌🏻 Waiting for mine in black. The only thing I hate...the front mudguard.. Actually, almost no mudguard. 🫣 all the dirt dropped on the engine.. Oh boy.. in one hand the hose and the other the sponge all the time. 🧽🪣

[@royblackburn1163]

He wants to cut the rear mudguard and make it shit at the back as well hahaha

[@Mrfish2015]

Just ride it in the sun … sorted

[@Mrfish2015]

Fender extension

[@thewatchman6074]

If it had wire wheels it kinda reminds me of the old Honda GB500 cfe racer from the eighties.

[@BikingChap]

I imagine it's like the 350 Enfield only more so. Sounds nice and grunts gently off idle but getting up to speed is rather slow. Once wound up cruising speed is fine however. I doubt it's restricted, it's just tight and very long stroke, it'll never rev out etc.

[@Mrfish2015]

21bhp painful lol

[@BikingChap]

@@Mrfish2015 well yes, but then the SR400 was similar and had a cult following over many years. It's all about setting expectation or they'll be a lot of dissatisfied customers chopping them in after the first season.

[@alantheloneranger]

This Honda and the Hunter 350 are amazing value when you consider that there are 125 cc bikes that cost more

[@Mrfish2015]

Totally agree!

[@hctim96]

Like the Enfield, a cam, exhaust, air cleaner and bob's your uncle...eh?

[@grahamniven]

Unfortunate that we get the black exhaust instead of chrome, short front mudguard and the silly rear light buried in the seat. Indian market version looks much nicer imo.

[@Mrfish2015]

I’ll have to look out for that

[@grahamniven]

Search for "Honda H'ness CB350" 👍

[@unnf9971]

So there is a new ultimate honda beginner bike in town eh?

[@wozza59]

I’m sure it’s an excellent machine for what it was designed to do. It’s just a pity that Honda chose the most blandest of paint schemes imaginable for this bike. I know in the Japanese market there is a retro version called the GB350C which looks amazing ( to me anyway).

[@Mrfish2015]

Just wrap the tank or paint it , luckily not a lot to do

[@Phiyedough]

Pillion footrests but a single seat? I had an XBR500 which was a great bike!

[@0scartheCat]

lol bless

[@derbyshireruralrider9398]

Normal seat is double

[@Mrfish2015]

It’s a seat cover

[@AgentSmith-16384]

is the throttle damaged? the whole cable moves when you open it; is this ok?

[@dmartin23]

its the heated grip cable...not the throttle cable

[@AgentSmith-16384]

@@dmartin23 ah ok 🙂 looks bad anyway

[@gordonyoung3668]

A nice bike, but a shame the front indicators are on with the engine running.

[@Mrfish2015]

Safety thing , they’re all going like that

[@howardhamaker2708]

I would buy one in an instant but here in the US so it is a no go.

[@karlfonner7589]

I think I would like this bike if it had the 500 FT ascot engine from the 80s.. That would make it a little more playful.

[@ronboe6325]

Looks like it won't make it to the US, but the 500 will. I suspect for most of the US the 500 makes more sense. I do like the looks, but it needs a tach. Two clocks. Symmetry.

[@Mrfish2015]

I haven’t seen the 500 version … I’ll look out for it