HONDA FORZA 350 RACING BOY SHOCK REVIEW AND TEST RIDE
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.ย. 2024
- IN THIS VIDEO I WILL BE DOING A REVIEW ON THE NEW SHOCKS THAT I BOUGHT FOR MY HONDA FORZA 350.
THE SHOCKS ARE THE RACING BOY VD SERIES IN TITANIUM RED.
I WILL BE DRIVING MY MOTORBIKE UP THE MOUNTAINS OF THAILAND TO SHOW YOU ALL HOW THE SHOCKS PERFORM AND IF THEY ARE WORTH THE 250 USD THAT I PAID FOR THEM.
I HAVE ATTACHED A GOPRO HERO 9 ONTO THE BACK OF MY MOTORBIKE SO I CAN SHOW YOU ALL HOW THE SHOCK PERFORMS UNDER 3 ROAD-TYPE CONDITIONS.
PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO TO THE END AS I WILL LEAVE YOU MY HONEST REVIEW ON WHAT I THOUGHT ABOUT THE SHOCKS.
THANKS FOR WATCHING AND SUBSCRIBING TO MY CHANNEL.
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Glad to hear they worked out, it's just such a shame that you need to change a major part of your bike to make it acceptable, this is a bit shameful for a new bike from a major manufacturer with the reputation of Honda 🙄 and I'd sure be making sure they know it 👍🏻
The big four Japanese manufacturing companies always reduce costs , with motorbikes . Usually , Exhaust systems or suspension, Knowing the Clients will always upgrade . Its Bullshit . However they all scratch each others back. Make maximum profits and we suck it up ???
On pcx front and rear suspension is a joke, under sprung, orifice tube damping which makes It both harsh and simultaneously wallows like a pig. But it's a fairly cheap bike, so upgrading isn't unexpected if you want the best ride and feel. But on the Forza it's a major embarrassing for Honda , been back to dealership so many times that honestly just want rid of it, front wallows, crashs and fully bottoms out hitting a 15mm road defect at 30 kph. And the rear has at least 30mm of totally undamped movement as the entire front of the engine cradle moves downwards and then slams into the frame making a horrible metallic clunk as well as making the bike shudder uncontrollably. On any big potholes it just feels like the frame is broken, been like this since day 1. It's as if the rear engine cradle is missing a piece, like a rubber bush or cushion. Back end of bike has a noticeable 10mm side to side movement when on ground or side stand (on centre stand it's like a 30mm movement).
Engine and brakes good, but the rest is honestly pathetic. Piaggio and Kymco are likely will be replacing this Forza 350, never ever thought I'd say that
I also bought the Forza 350, perfect city vehicle and i'm more than happy to have it (next to my Rocket 3 GT). I would order the shocks immediately, but unfortunately they are sold out. Many thanks for your review!
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Thanks m8
Thanks Nick once again for a very informative video.Why someone disliked this video has me baffled ! Keep up the good work
after watching your last review and subbing i decided to drop a deposit on a 350 forza due here in Oz late july. might think seriously about trying to line up a set of these shocks too. that way by the time the bike arrives here i can do a quick shock swap. in actual fact i thought that was one of the quickest rear shock changes i'd viewed
all the best!
Which part of Oz are you from. Pick up mine in a bit over a week in Perth ......
@@marvfear central tablelands nsw
Super cool heads up dude.. Saved me a packet... Keep em coming...
Love that you upload so much content of the sweet Honda you have there! All of the interesting topics and real life experiences. I would like to request an updated 0-100/vmax/power Video. Is it possible to make an updated one? I'm curious because of after some kilometers the motor and all opens up so I would love to see how it developed by now! Thanks and keep up the great work.
Yes the motor does open up for sure.
I am planning to do one this week.
Just waiting for a few small things.
Thanks for likingy videos also.
Coming soon
Well done....there are other TH-camrs who own the Forza 350 with upgraded shocks, so it must be a common issue. Honda should be looking into a recall for a suspension update....maybe reach out to Honda in Japan.
I upgraded suspension on my Aerox recently. Made a huge difference. I did it in stages. First the front ( yss upgrade kit) and later the rear ( yss eco line heavy duty ).
Imo the most important and most impactful thing to upgrade is the front for improving handling, cornering and breaking. And the cheapest to upgrade.
Rear do helps a little in corners, a little bit, but more for comfort imo over bumps imo, not a huge upgrade in corners at all. Maybe front improves corners 75% rear adds final 25%.
So upgrade the fronts too if you get a chance.
This is just my experience on Aerox, might be different for you
I will do the front soon
@@NickCaliThai be interesting to see if it makes a big difference on the forza too. ( still on my wish list, i'll just upgrade suspension on day one i think )
My front springs cost 3k baht, the rears cost 4k. Definatly worth it. Next upgrade is better tyres
@@vlnow they told. Me I could just change the gas Inside with a more stronger fluid and just change the Seals.
They did not mention that I should change the springs inside
Yo Nick it’s me Peter. Michael’s boy
Hey man! Loving your videos about the Honda Forza 350. Shame we in Europe don't have that gorgeous red color..
I'm deciding between the XMAX 300 and the Forza 350, and I was definetly more inclined to go with the Forza, but I'm having second thoughts because of the suspension of the Forza.
I still have to try them both for sure to see what's more fitting for me, but I'm a heavier guy compared to you. I must say tho, those shocks look damn good!
Happy riding from Portugal!
I am your subscriber from India😊
I would like to purchase Honda Forza 350.
I am eagerly waiting for its launching.
Hello my new friend how are you.
When will you get your new forza.
If you have any questions maybe I can help.
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@@NickCaliThai Thank you so much for replying 🙏
I hope ..it will launch soon in India 🤩
Good job...be interesting how they handle a fast bump.
I need to make my Camera stronger so that the footage would be better
I had lots of video from this clip but lots of it was to bumpy to post.
Once I find a way I will make sure to post something.
@@NickCaliThai I have tried .mounting a camera to my nmax in all different areas of the bike but vibrations still come through. Its tricky.
The shocks seemed to use only a small part of their travel, and no damping was apparent as they moved up as quickly as they compressed. No information on the new shocks, regarding what adjustment is possible -- this guy is all hat and no cattle.
Hat and no cattle . No idea what that means
I am not a tech person but just a everyday rider and users.
If your asking how I like the shocks well they are great.
If you want I compair apples to oranges well you tube does not pay me a penny for my channel so I cant test other brands and let the world know my feedback.
I can put 2 heavy people on the bike with lots of bags and they don't bottom out and that's what I like.
They work much better then original and they are not exspencive.
If u want to change your shocks and your not sure which to buy then get ohlens and make a.video so we all can see m8.
Happy riding and enjoy your forza amigo.
Sud hv video the shock before OEM and after (RCB)..so can see the difference
Yes it is much better.
I think the front also needs replacing
Hi, looks very good to me. Where can we buy these shock performs? Thanks for your videos.
Hi Red Cowboy Can you specify the exact make and model number of your shocks or a link thanks
Racing boy absorbers vd series Honda forza 350
Hi red cowboy.can you you tell me what website you got the upgraded rear shocks.many thanks.
Troy u.k
Which spring are you wearing, hard or soft? Which one is assembled from the factory?
I went with the hard but the shock broke over time.amd switched back to original.
I noticed a big difference when I out thr original back on.
If inhad to pick original from.aftermarker I would go with aftermarket
But a good bra.d
@@NickCaliThai Oh, wow! So you don't recommend this RCB shock? I would like to change it and thought of this model when watching your video. Ohlins is not affordable but I have seen a Malossi that might be a good option.
@Mario Adrián it's a good shock for sure.
I just broke mine with to much weight on thr back.
Luggage bix and big fat friends all the time
Are these shocks compatible for honda forza 125 2021?
I am still thinking about buying the forza 350. I havent ridden one yet, but I am used to much bigger motorbikes. Is it fast enough?
Kinda depends on what you want, top speed of the honda forza 350 is a claimed 85 mph
I can see it can reach 150kph after a few monthes of driving.
I plan to do another max speed video.
Have you watch my other video to see top speed when new
@@NickCaliThai more or less watched all your videos pal. i was one of the first 100 subs ;)
Hey where you get these shocks and how much are they? I’m having the same problem now. Can feel every bump in the road
What is your location.
I bought them out from bangkok.
Are u in thailand.
You can check on lazada and type up racing boy shock absorbers for Honda forza 350
@@NickCaliThai I’m in Chiang Mai. Just checked a shop here and they had one brand for 8000. Is that too much? I’ll check lazada too. Are they with it?
@@johnjasins8113 i think the shocks are worth every penny. of course it depends on the brand but on average is around 7200 to 7600 for the yss or racing boy brands.
you can try to check online as they might be better in price.
but I am sure you will be much happier with the shocks once you do the upgrade.
i was for sure.
They look the dogs do dares that means good did you import them on line or buy throw a dealer
Hi Nick.
Changed out my front pads on new forza. Ever since changed. When I free wheel down a steep hill. When I apply front brake lever I hear hissing sound.... Maybe this was here before I change the pads and did not notice. Have you experienced this with your new forza.
Not yet.
Did u change the pads your self.
Did you clean the disks.
What type of breaks did u buy.
Orfignal Honda oem
@@NickCaliThai yes all was cleaned. Fitted by the shop. Its not a grinding noise like dirt. Its comming from the pump. I used nexzter pads.
@@alwaysonthemove1510 no idea but I would be upset also.
I have not changed the pads yet but if it was me I would go back until they fixed it.
That should not happen
@@NickCaliThai it only when bike is idle rolling on a hill and apply front breaks you can hear the noise. It maybe just the pump working. Like when you pump the break on a car. Its that sort of hissing. If you get a chance try your forza on a very steel hill. May be normal.
@@alwaysonthemove1510 oh now I understand.
Like a soft metal hiss noise.
Like the disk are touching the rotar.
Let me check and reply
Where did you buy the shocks from .
Online m8.
They are from Indonesia
Any plans for the front fork as it sucks too?
Sucks big time
I plan to change the fluid in the shocks only
I think this might help allot
@@NickCaliThai hopefully it ll work, even if I doubt it. Such a nice bike with so bad suspension man it’s a shame. But it’s the same with it’s rivals like xmax. Thanks for the answer, nice work!
@@NickCaliThai I chaged yesterday front shocks to YSS... HUGE DIFFERENCE.
@@alwaysonthemove1510 let me know which one u changed.
Any part number or Info.
I would do the same.
Send me Info please.
What's the bottom out rate?
Not exactly sure, how would or could I check.
Let me know.
Is that ok for 125 forza and where can I gat this….
I am not sure about the 125 and 300 or 350.
I think the engine case might be bigger on 350 then 125.
What cou try do u live.
Ahhh, that’s better, shame you have to, though, Honda should do better
I agree