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Wow a Goldwing to a GB350 - that's quite a change but sounds like you are enjoying the new light bike. Thanks for the feedback and info on the effectiveness of your screen. :>)

Just over 180cms

Exactly. Sounds like you own one. :>)

@ a little over 8 months and love it

@@coreys8070 great to hear the enjoyment of this bike doesn't wear off with time. :>)

@@motorcyclingdownunder no it doesn’t. I get my full license in 4 months and don’t even think I’ll bother upgrading for a while

@@coreys8070 That's great to hear. Our excitement definitely hasn't waned and don't think it ever will.

... lol ... someone mentioned after one of my videos I sounded like Clive Robertson. :>) Thanks for your comment.

Yes that exhaust is definitely the best of both worlds. I you don't want to be noticed you keep the revs down but as soon as you rev it in any way magic happens and it turns heads where ever you go. India was the first to get this great bike and I think bike riders in every other nation were envious in recent years. Great to see it is now being rolled out in Europe as well as Asia.

I think they've dropped more than usual in recent years because of the current economic climate. I'm still glad I bought a new one because I'm never planning to sell mine. :>)

I noticed yesterday RE have dropped the price of a couple of their 350s in Australia which means the Classic and Bullet are very similar to this. As the market becomes more competitive we might see more of this which means it is definitely a good time to buy. :>)

Yes I think it will do well there. The UK has many roads that would be perfect for this bike. According to my rego the bike in Australia is the GB350R. I think the S has different side panels and exhaust but sounds exactly the same. I think the S model is one of the current variants in Japan. :>)

Yes I think they might be but not 100 per cent about that. Also those mirror backs are really cool. :>)

Thank you for your comment. WOW 9000kms on a bike that has only been in Australia one year. You must love riding it. Being a Honda you could probably have done 90,000 without a single issue. And yes the grab rail, centre stand and helmet lock are great to have included. Will definitely be commenting about that in the full review. :>)

Yeh and the great news is there is likely to be more coming including a retro styled GB500 from Honda. :>)

That's fantastic to hear. Thank you. Hope you have many more years of happy trouble-free riding on this brilliant bike. Is the Honda H'ness CB250 assembled in India or totally built there. The GB350 available in Australia comes from Japan.

Yeh that gear box is as smooth as butter. Thank you for your comment. :>)

Fair point. I recorded them on the first day of ownership and made some mistakes.

“Don’t mince your words “ 😂

@@lesterthorpe4190 Nope, had india trash before, learned my lesson.

@EvilBard666 it's not indian

Thanks Ron. Seeing they are being introduced in Europe I would be very surprised if they don't introduce it in North America. You have a wonderful Christmas too. :>)

This was just recorded on a budget phone I will set some cameras with good quality mics up soon to record some better sound from this awesome little low powered by soulful bike. :>)

Not if you encounter any reasonable inclines or head winds. Unfortunately emission restriction controls in 2024 mean bikes with the same capacity engines are more choked up than motorcycles of the 70s. But I am sure there would be ways to derestrict the motor if you're resourceful and not too concerned about the warranty.

And so full of character and charm from the sound and feel of that long-stroke, air-cooled engine. I have nothing against them but E Motorcycles can never hope to replicate that.

For a standard exhaust that long stroke air cooled motor has an amazing note. :>)

Thanks Kevin. Unfortunately I made a mistake by recording these videos on the first day of ownership. I looked at the mudguards and side panels and assumed they were plastic when they are indeed metal. I am happy to be wrong though because it makes this great bike even more impressive at this price-point. I will be more careful and thorough in the full review I am recording this week after a week of ownership. :>)

... lol ... I love riding the one I bought for Riding Hood to learn on so much I'm thinking about going back and making an offer on the second one at the dealer they made a demo. That way we could have a matching pair (one black and one white). I can definitely see the appeal of having two. :>)

@@motorcyclingdownunder Black and blue for us. Thought I might want more power. Many good memories of Honda 4, from 50 years ago. But, I'm old now... By choosing scenic backroad routes, and enjoying the views, we don't feel desire to race. Yet, will study GB500, if it arrives before I go.

@@robcoles6288 I can relate to that. I last rode fast in my 20s. Now I find rides that take in the scenery and settings I find myself in are for more enjoyable in my book. :>)

It definitely is. I already love this one.

Yeh statistically it looks a little heavy on paper compared to say the Speed 400 but I can't say I have felt it while riding.

Congratulations. I haven't tested how slow you can ride it in each gear yet but will do that for the full review. The good news is the mudguards and side panels look plastic because of the way they are painted but I have been corrected and it seems they are actually metal. I'm very happy to be wrong on this point.

I'm sure there will be some great after market options foir a wind shield particularly when this bike becomes available in more markets.

@@motorcyclingdownunder aready possible to buy original wind shield from Honda!

@@mikhailtertychnyi7976 The one I saw looked pretty small. :>)

Thank you. I am very happy to be wrong if they are metal and will correct this and admit my mistake in my review video of the bike this week. Appreciate you correcting me. You obviously love the GB350 and for good reason. Its a fantastic bike.

That's great news if the original components for the first bike (CB350 H'ness) were also made in Japan.

In Germany they call it GB 350 S, I"ll get my blue one in the second week of january 2025 ! This bike is designed and build ( probably completely ! ) in Japan as said below 🤘

@@derhiob8493 I'm sure you will enjoy it they are great fun 😊

@@derhiob8493 yeh they look great. There are a few differrences between my R model and the S you are getting which I will explain in the full review I am working on at the moment but the power and the brilliant sound are just the same. ENJOY your new wheels. :>)

You sound fun at parties

not your cup of tea then ?

No I don't have that excuse as I didn't buy it on price ... I bought it to help teach someone to ride ... and yeh it is slow but it is charming in its own unique way. Maybe its my age ... lol ...

@@motorcyclingdownunder i agree, i am 67 and will be ordering one shortly.

@@glendyble4725 Great choice. You'll love it. Leisurely yet engaging riding by needing to change the gears regularly make it perfect in my book. If I want to go fast or tour long distances I have other bikes for that. :>)

So am I. I think many other riders will enjoy a go on it too - as long as they aren't speed demons ... lol ...

Calling a motorcycle "entry level" is the kiss of death to good affordable motorcycles. A Nissan Sentra is not an entry level car, it is an affordable car.

@@KLRJUNE valid point. I think everyone would enjoy riding this bike. :>)

Not sure if it will be the 471 twin out of the Rebel 500, Hornet 500, CB500F and CB500X/NX500 or a big bore version of the GB350 motor. :>)

I think a big bore ​@@motorcyclingdownunder

@@alanriozzi421 that's is the latest rumour I heard - which keeps in more with the retro nature of this bike which I think is based on the single cylinder thumpers of the past. :>)

Thank you. I will. :>)

Yeh the white looks great. If they do decide to sell their demonstrater I could be tempted to buy that one too and have a matching black and white set ... lol ....

I really like the blue as well. Goes great with the brown seat.

Yeh it also reminds me of my first road bike from the late 70s. A Honda CB250. :>)

I understand Honda first designed and had the CB350 H'ness made in India to compete with Royal Enfield before deciding to also release one (the GB350) in other parts of Asia including Australia. A slightly different variant of the same bike but build in Japan. Not sure whether the components are all made in one place and then assembled in different places but the quality of finish on the GB350 seems equivalent to any other Japanese made bike at this price point. They have had so much interest in this small retro looking bike they are now releasing it in Europe and the UK and possible North America although I haven't heard that last bit officially announced yet.

Thank you. Its brilliant :>)

I think so. Smaller and less powerful than my other bikes but very characterful in its own unique way. I think I'll enjoy riding it as much as Riding Hood will. :>)

... lol ... this bike could use a few more horses :>) Its very low on power but still very high on fun.

Unfortunately not - but still keen to add an Interceptor to the collection. When you watch the next few posts you will see why I went down the path I did. :>)

It certainly is. Has no power, acceleration or speed but is still so full of character and it looks fantastic. :>)

@ I am of the opinion these days that torque is nice, speed can get you into trouble. Small bikes capture something that to me is the essence of that real motorcycle experience. I’ve gone back to a 250 (WR250R) after 25 years of riding and I’m enjoying going back to simpler times. Enjoy!

@@Bicycle_Fungi totally agree. I had so much fun riding the low powered GB home yesterday. Involved lots of gear shifting just to keep it pulling in any head wind or on any decline but that is what I remember with my very early bikes. We are going to really enjoy this sweet little unasuming thumper.

@@Bicycle_Fungi I agree totally

lol - can't say I have made that comparison - I think the stock standard exhaust on the Z900RS sounds great. :>)

I never listen to music while riding. Although have been experimenting with some music in my videos. The feedback I'm getting it most people prefer to hear the engine noise. :>)

I keep all my bikes. I'm not someone who keeps changing or who gets board with any motorcycle I buy after comprehensive researching and great thought. The only one I got rid of in recent years was the CB125e I was teaching Riding Hood to use gears on. The front brake was snatchy and locked easily so I gave it to her brother. This bike is a replacement for her learning journey and a different style of riding for me compared to all my other bikes. :>)

I saw a second hand Thunderbird for sale at a local dealer not long ago. What a great looking bike. And yes I love the Interceptor. It and the Classic 350 are still my favourite Royal Enfields. :>)