Hi, I have this bike. And I love your behavior. I do 120km a day, 60 of which on the motorway and its behavior is exemplary. Easy to drive, super efficient in city traffic and easily reaches highway speeds. A hug and best wishes for the channel.
Lot of people are saying the same as you, Edward. I'm just about to finish a two week 2200km trip on mine across Thailand 🇹🇭 Not a single issue and I'm still loving it
Wonderful Video! All is true. I noticed 2024 ADV350 already been teased on TH-cam. New beautiful colors. Although i still prefer mine in Silver, it's good to have options. I purchased much larger "Touring" wind screen. Should help with body drag on high speeds. Ebay has lots of options. I also look for adjustable suspension. Best of wishes to creator and fans! Have fun, drive safe!
Thanks figvam 😊 I haven't seen the new colours yet, so I will be onto that now you mentioned it. I'm ok with the standard suspension for now; it hasn't lost any of its stiffness so far, unlike my Yamaha aerox! Speaking of which, riding both those bikes over the same roads regularly, I can really notice just how much better the Honda is at soaking up the bumps. If money wasn't an issue, I would put ohlins on both of the bike's 😃
I have ridden both the Forza and the xmax Joseph, and there's really no comparison. Apart from the fact they all look much the same, the ADV350 is miles ahead in terms of handling, suspension, and value for money. Honda sells the ADV at the same price as the Forza in thailand, and it's an absolute bargain
I'm not a fan of the ADV 350 but it is a lot better than the Forza 350. If you have to have a Honda, get the ADV. No question. Having tested both the Forza 350 and ADV 350 back to back with the XMax, I'd take the XMax over either Honda every day, all day. I honestly cannot think of any reason I'd recommend the ADV to anyone over the XMax, other than to somebody who simply wants the ADV for the sake of having the ADV. There is nothing wrong with the ADV but the XMax does everything better than the ADV, even riding down dirt roads and rough pavement. Actually, ESPECIALLY rough pavement. The XMax is better at commuting distances on open roads and higher speeds, it has less road and wind noise, it's better in traffic, it is better during braking, it corners better, it's better on smooth tarmac, it's better on bumpy and rough tarmac, it has more storage space ...
Yes you would, it's awesome 😃 I did read recently that the US might get them. However, demand is not keeping up with production at the moment, backorders here are at around 3 months waiting currently I'm told.
HONDA CAN ONLY SHOW THIS VIDEO BUT CANT AFFORD TO BRING IT UP TO REALITY CANT EVEN BROUGHT IT IN 🇵🇭 COUNTRY DUE TO HIGH TAX COST OF ITS UNIT AND WORST THEY WILL LOOSE PROFIT DUE TO CHEAPER PRICES WHEN IT LAND HERE😂🤣✌️
Sadly no parking brake though, a deal breaker for me. I'll check aftermarket stuff, maybe someone offers a device that keeps the brake lever pulled, ultra useful when the center stand cannot be used and the bike is parked in an incline. Oh, what am I saying, it's not even available in the US. AJJJJJJJ!
😄 I agree re the park brake, and the horn on the left switch block is where the indicator switch should be, and sounds like you stepped on a child's toy!
Another serious buyer here in the USA waiting for Honda to bring them here! I've emailed their headquarters and I continue to press it with my local dealership.
Honda Thailand 🇹🇭 are struggling to even meet local demand here atm prime. Lot of expats in the more touristy areas are on at least a 3 month backorder. Many people want this bike, they're starting to realise just what a bargain it is at the same price as the Forza. I expect that will change at some stage though
It's a great bike Chris. I have had mine for nearly 6 months now and still love it 😀 I'm about to head off for a tour on it of southern Thailand 🇹🇭 right now 😁Will do a few youtube shorts every day
I believe you, but problem is 🇵🇭 don’t get the nicer bikers for whatever reason 😢 Wish Honda corp would wake up. Enjoy your adventures, look forward to more videos 🥳
would of been better you getting a mate to film you going over the corrugation , dirt roads as it would allow one to see more ......... bit hard if you have no mates though ha , ha ,ha
Hi Geoff, Firstly, thanks for the feedback 😀 Do love getting suggestions from viewers. There will be a follow-up video coming covering that aspect of the ADV in more detail.
@@mototouro , I'm looking at the ADV350 or the Yamaha XMAX 300 when I move permanently to Thailand hopefully by xmas 2024 .... have to sell the house first
@@mototouro , one thing I like about the ADV over the XMAX was that one can put steering dampness on the front fork and have easy access to adjust when needed , where as the XMAX one would have to pull half the bike apart and the plus sign for the XMAX was it has an inbuilt Nav on the screen
@geofferyrobertson6608 Both great bikes, Geoff. Hire one of each for a few days when the time comes. 😃 I also have a new Yamaha Aerox 155cc, which I use for short city runs and negotiating peak traffic times. Having two bikes is easily affordable here as small scooters (110, 125, 155cc) are cheap as chips here. Might be an option for you too.
@@mototouro , yes I have been hiring the AEROX155 daily because of the wider tyres so when going over cracks on the roads/Soi one doesn't get caught in them, I bought a Honda wave 125 12 yrs ago and the tyres were shit , just an accident waiting to happen keep your vids coming mate , I've subscribed
How is it compared to the swm 500 sumo? i have the adv and keep thinking at the swm. I know that one is raw compared to this but fun factor? speed? acceleration?
Horses for courses andre, the ADV is a different genre altogether. The swm rs500r is an incredible motorcycle for sure, but I would be more comfortable riding a 400km road trip in a day on the ADV, and enjoy it more too. Conversely, the SWM for riding big km off road in a day. Surprisingly, the SWM is quite good on the open road, and fun to push hard through the twisties 😃
Hi Kenneth, I just put up a few videos of that bike negotiating traffic on Samui. I also have an aerox, which I use for shorter runs to the shops etc. It depends on whether you can afford two bikes, and if you plan to do any touring off the island. If you do, go with the ADV350 as it's an excellent fun touring bike with heaps of storage
I love ❤️ mine, however I also have a yamaha aerox which is a great bike but the suspension can't really handle my 92kg Looking seriously at the little ADV for it's firmer suspension
Hi Carey Well...that's the million dollar question isn't it! Honda Thailand apparently produces the ADV350, and I can tell you that they are struggling to even supply local Honda dealers! Anybody out of Bangkok as I write this is on a waiting list of some sort. As for America, who knows, Honda would be well aware of the potential market in your country, I'm sure, but production constraints are the big factor there right now. It really is a motorcycle that would appeal to a huge market in America.
Hi, I have this bike. And I love your behavior. I do 120km a day, 60 of which on the motorway and its behavior is exemplary. Easy to drive, super efficient in city traffic and easily reaches highway speeds. A hug and best wishes for the channel.
Thanks pessoalrc, great to hear you are loving it. It is already one of my favourite motorcycles of all time.
Hey Honda, anytime you're ready to bring this stateside, I'm ready to purchase.
Lot of people are saying the same as you, Edward.
I'm just about to finish a two week 2200km trip on mine across Thailand 🇹🇭
Not a single issue and I'm still loving it
We don't get these in Australia.. FK it 😭
And they are an awesome bike too Ben 😁 Maybe one day
@@mototouro we only get the 150; Adv 🥴
@bencarpenter3785 they are having trouble supplying Thailand demand at the moment.
USA wants them too
Wonderful Video! All is true. I noticed 2024 ADV350 already been teased on TH-cam. New beautiful colors. Although i still prefer mine in Silver, it's good to have options. I purchased much larger "Touring" wind screen. Should help with body drag on high speeds. Ebay has lots of options. I also look for adjustable suspension.
Best of wishes to creator and fans! Have fun, drive safe!
Thanks figvam 😊 I haven't seen the new colours yet, so I will be onto that now you mentioned it.
I'm ok with the standard suspension for now; it hasn't lost any of its stiffness so far, unlike my Yamaha aerox!
Speaking of which, riding both those bikes over the same roads regularly, I can really notice just how much better the Honda is at soaking up the bumps.
If money wasn't an issue, I would put ohlins on both of the bike's 😃
They need bring this to the u.s. immediately!!! Honda is definitely missing sales ,could compete with xmax 300 here
I have ridden both the Forza and the xmax Joseph, and there's really no comparison.
Apart from the fact they all look much the same, the ADV350 is miles ahead in terms of handling, suspension, and value for money.
Honda sells the ADV at the same price as the Forza in thailand, and it's an absolute bargain
I'm not a fan of the ADV 350 but it is a lot better than the Forza 350. If you have to have a Honda, get the ADV. No question. Having tested both the Forza 350 and ADV 350 back to back with the XMax, I'd take the XMax over either Honda every day, all day.
I honestly cannot think of any reason I'd recommend the ADV to anyone over the XMax, other than to somebody who simply wants the ADV for the sake of having the ADV. There is nothing wrong with the ADV but the XMax does everything better than the ADV, even riding down dirt roads and rough pavement. Actually, ESPECIALLY rough pavement. The XMax is better at commuting distances on open roads and higher speeds, it has less road and wind noise, it's better in traffic, it is better during braking, it corners better, it's better on smooth tarmac, it's better on bumpy and rough tarmac, it has more storage space ...
So.. the 350 is not coming to the Philippines sadly. Do I go with the 160 or the xmax? Thx
We'd enjoy it alot better if we had it in the U.S.
Yes you would, it's awesome 😃
I did read recently that the US might get them.
However, demand is not keeping up with production at the moment, backorders here are at around 3 months waiting currently I'm told.
@@avro9707 saw a brand new one in Honda dealer near Bangkok floating market two days ago.
Another one near Pretchuap Khiri khan 😃 They are around
Fuel consumption is 25.5 km per litre for me
HONDA CAN ONLY SHOW THIS VIDEO BUT CANT AFFORD TO BRING IT UP TO REALITY
CANT EVEN BROUGHT IT IN 🇵🇭 COUNTRY DUE TO HIGH TAX COST OF ITS UNIT AND WORST THEY WILL LOOSE PROFIT DUE TO CHEAPER PRICES WHEN IT LAND HERE😂🤣✌️
😬
Sadly no parking brake though, a deal breaker for me. I'll check aftermarket stuff, maybe someone offers a device that keeps the brake lever pulled, ultra useful when the center stand cannot be used and the bike is parked in an incline. Oh, what am I saying, it's not even available in the US. AJJJJJJJ!
😄
I agree re the park brake, and the horn on the left switch block is where the indicator switch should be, and sounds like you stepped on a child's toy!
I carry a velcro strap and just keep the left lever pulled.
Good idea!
Dear Honda, Please make the ADV 350 available in the U.S. market. I'm anxiously awaiting it to purchase one!
Might have more luck asking Santa 🤶 😄
People here are realising just how good they are over the forza and x max
Another serious buyer here in the USA waiting for Honda to bring them here! I've emailed their headquarters and I continue to press it with my local dealership.
Honda Thailand 🇹🇭 are struggling to even meet local demand here atm prime.
Lot of expats in the more touristy areas are on at least a 3 month backorder.
Many people want this bike, they're starting to realise just what a bargain it is at the same price as the Forza.
I expect that will change at some stage though
I did the same. Does not sound promising but maybe if more people reach out to Honda we’ll see this bike in the US.
Nice view 😊
I heard price going up substantially for 2024 models
Hadn't heard that Ray, but I did think they were an absolute bargain at same price as Forza.
We need this in the USA!!!
IS A HONDA 😂😂😂😂❤❤👍👍👍🌹🌹
Would be nice in 🇵🇭🥰🗣️
It's a great bike Chris. I have had mine for nearly 6 months now and still love it 😀
I'm about to head off for a tour on it of southern Thailand 🇹🇭 right now 😁Will do a few youtube shorts every day
I believe you, but problem is 🇵🇭 don’t get the nicer bikers for whatever reason 😢
Wish Honda corp would wake up.
Enjoy your adventures, look forward to more videos 🥳
would of been better you getting a mate to film you going over the corrugation , dirt roads as it would allow one to see more ......... bit hard if you have no mates though ha , ha ,ha
Hi Geoff,
Firstly, thanks for the feedback 😀
Do love getting suggestions from viewers.
There will be a follow-up video coming covering that aspect of the ADV in more detail.
@@mototouro , I'm looking at the ADV350 or the Yamaha XMAX 300 when I move permanently to Thailand hopefully by xmas 2024 .... have to sell the house first
@@mototouro , one thing I like about the ADV over the XMAX was that one can put steering dampness on the front fork and have easy access to adjust when needed , where as the XMAX one would have to pull half the bike apart
and the plus sign for the XMAX was it has an inbuilt Nav on the screen
@geofferyrobertson6608 Both great bikes, Geoff. Hire one of each for a few days when the time comes. 😃 I also have a new Yamaha Aerox 155cc, which I use for short city runs and negotiating peak traffic times.
Having two bikes is easily affordable here as small scooters (110, 125, 155cc) are cheap as chips here.
Might be an option for you too.
@@mototouro , yes I have been hiring the AEROX155 daily because of the wider tyres so when going over cracks on the roads/Soi one doesn't get caught in them, I bought a Honda wave 125 12 yrs ago and the tyres were shit , just an accident waiting to happen
keep your vids coming mate , I've subscribed
How is it compared to the swm 500 sumo? i have the adv and keep thinking at the swm. I know that one is raw compared to this but fun factor? speed? acceleration?
Horses for courses andre, the ADV is a different genre altogether.
The swm rs500r is an incredible motorcycle for sure, but I would be more comfortable riding a 400km road trip in a day on the ADV, and enjoy it more too.
Conversely, the SWM for riding big km off road in a day.
Surprisingly, the SWM is quite good on the open road, and fun to push hard through the twisties 😃
Cheers for more awesome and exciting rides!🥂❤️✨
Thanks Juan, always fun doing motorcycle adventure videos 😃
Is it too big for Koh Samui?
Hi Kenneth, I just put up a few videos of that bike negotiating traffic on Samui.
I also have an aerox, which I use for shorter runs to the shops etc.
It depends on whether you can afford two bikes, and if you plan to do any touring off the island.
If you do, go with the ADV350 as it's an excellent fun touring bike with heaps of storage
@mototouro cool. I plan get the 350 and the Giorno. Plus I have a Cub. Thanks. I'll look for your videos.
Honda ADV 350 is indeed better than Honda adv160.
I love ❤️ mine, however I also have a yamaha aerox which is a great bike but the suspension can't really handle my 92kg
Looking seriously at the little ADV for it's firmer suspension
When will this bike be available in the USA?
Hi Carey
Well...that's the million dollar question isn't it!
Honda Thailand apparently produces the ADV350, and I can tell you that they are struggling to even supply local Honda dealers!
Anybody out of Bangkok as I write this is on a waiting list of some sort.
As for America, who knows, Honda would be well aware of the potential market in your country, I'm sure, but production constraints are the big factor there right now.
It really is a motorcycle that would appeal to a huge market in America.