2021 · Scooter · Buyer's Guide
City Slicker, Highway Ready
The Forza 350 is Honda's premium maxi-scooter, and its spec sheet reads like a list of solved problems. A liquid-cooled 330 cc single makes 29 hp and 23 lb-ft, paired with an automatic transmission and belt final drive in a steel tube frame. Wet weight is 410 lb (186 kg), and the seat sits 30.7 in (780 mm) off the ground. ABS and traction control are standard. So are a keyless system, a USB charging port, an LED headlight and an electrically adjustable windscreen. Honda doesn't dramatize here: it equips. A complete package.
On paper, this hardware is built for the daily commute with reserves beyond the city limits. A top speed of 85 mph (137 km/h) puts the freeway on the menu, and 71 mpg from a 3.1 gal (11.7 L) tank keeps running costs low. The low weight, the automatic drive and the strong luggage capacity all point to you if you want transport that makes your day easier, not harder. One check on a 2021 or 2022 unit: Honda issued a recall to replace the CVT driven pulley because of potential stalling or poor idling. Get it confirmed.
Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.
| Power | 29 hp (21 kW) @ 7,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 23 lb-ft (32 Nm) @ 5,250 rpm |
| Displacement | 330 cc |
| Engine | Single-cylinder |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Final drive | Belt |
| Front brake | 256 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-15 |
| Rear tire | 140/70-14 |
| Seat height | 30.7 in (780 mm) |
| Wet weight | 410 lb (186 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.1 gal (11.7 L) |
| Top speed | 85 mph (137 km/h) |
| Fuel economy | 71 mpg (US) |
Equipment check
Chassis
Comfort
Connectivity
Lighting
Safety
For years I've listened to what riders tell me about their bikes: in the paddock, at club nights, in owner chats, and in the emails and messages that land in my inbox. For the Forza 350 the picture is consistent. Owners praise the comfort, the smooth engine and the build quality, and the one complaint that keeps coming back is the reach to the ground for shorter riders.
Three things come up again and again, and they carry equal weight. Riders consistently describe the seat as plush and the suspension as compliant, and they say longer highway stints leave them without fatigue. The engine gets the same treatment: owners call it smooth and free of vibration, and they report it holds a high cruising speed without strain. The third is how the scooter is put together. Riders talk about high-grade materials, careful assembly and the reliability they expect from Honda. Some owners also single out the fuel economy on highway runs and the range it gives them. Nobody sounds surprised.
The most repeated complaint is about reach to the ground. Shorter riders say the width of the seat leaves them on tiptoes, and that it costs them confidence when they come to a stop. It's the one weakness that turns up as often as the praise. Tiptoes at every red light!
The rest are individual remarks, not a chorus. Some owners find the LCD instrument panel functional but dated, and say a TFT would suit the price better. If you add the optional smartphone connectivity, the voice control only works with Android phones, so iPhone users go without hands-free operation. The mirror stems are called too short, and some riders fit extenders or blind-spot mirrors to see more behind them. A few find the brakes bite sharply at town speeds and need a delicate hand. Others describe the weight transfer and steering as a little awkward in U-turns and when threading through traffic. Small things, all of them.
CVT driven‑pulley recall (2021–2022 models)
Honda issued a recall to replace the driven pulley in the CVT transmission due to potential stalling or poor idling; affected units may also exhibit cutting out.
Clutch/transmission judder after high mileage
Some owners report a shuddering sensation on take‑off once mileage exceeds ~15,000 miles, often resolved by replacing the rollers and ramp plate in the CVT.
Intermittent fuel filler lid sticking
The release button sometimes fails to pop the fuel filler cover open, requiring a manual assist; cleaning or filing the catch area can fix it.
Where this Honda Forza 350 pulls ahead of — or falls behind — its rivals on the numbers, and the typical bike in its class on character.
Power
Torque
Displacement
Wet weight
Top speed
Seat height
Forget spec-sheet bragging. Here's who the Forza 350 is actually built for.
Short hops, tight parking, low costs: you're the best fit here. Automatic, keyless, 71 mpg and strong luggage capacity cover the daily grind, and 85 mph (137 km/h) handles the freeway stretch.
Made for New York City · Austin · Los Angeles
A strong match for the commuting half of your week, with keyless start, USB charging and optional smartphone connectivity. On the weekend ridge road, 29 hp points to a relaxed pace, not a fast one.
Made for Bay Area Ridge Roads · San Francisco / Bay Area · Skyline Boulevard / Alice's Restaurant
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