Stig,
Did you sell the Forza for the Burgman for the passenger carrying capacity or was there a problem with the Forza?
Hello Lido,
Yes, went for the difference in load capacity :
421lbs for the Burgman400 vs
359lbs for the Forza300.
Most two-up riders are over the specified load limit on their machine. I pay attention to that listed figure.
I'm 6'3" & @260lbs. so the Honda was fine one-up, but the Burgman would be needed for two-up.
The idea was that I'd talk Mrs. Stig into riding along - sadly (or wisely) she is not getting comfortable with that plan.
"problems with the Forza?":
No.
IF I buy another scooter it will be the new LIKE150i, or a lightly used Forza ABS - which will probably be about the same $ OTD.
After which I will sell the Burgman400. Then I'll stop screwing around. I've learned what I like, and what I don't.
Why back to a Honda Forza?:
The Thailand made Forza and Japan made Suzuki are equally well made, IMHO. Both had new scoot teething issues when launched - frankly the Forza's were any easier fix....some owners have yet to get the recall done, or have any issues w/the fuel pump.
The Burgman is a 65-80mph highway cruising scooter, has 2" more seat/leg room - is a handful in the city.
The Forza, at 70lbs lighter and an inch less wheelbase, was not as reassuring at those high speeds with cars/trucks. The Forza has a low center of gravity, and is smooth & easier to ride in the city - and a blast on 35-55mph county roads.
I kept the Forza exactly 365 days. Enjoyed it.
Loved the Forza - love the LIKE200i - also own a newish Burgman400. I won't miss much about it if/when it is gone.
I'm no scooter expert but, for me & my preferred riding, the Forza is a better scooter. ( I have a sketchy Kymco dealer, but two PowerSeller all-Honda stores nearby)
Stig
