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by ghmpm
Sun Jan 07, 2024 7:25 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: First ride on my 2014 Forza
Replies: 4
Views: 25405

Re: First ride on my 2014 Forza

My Forza is much happier at 60-65 but as stated it will go higher as necessary, except up hill. :D
by ghmpm
Wed Sep 13, 2023 7:23 am
Forum: Forza How-To
Topic: Trying to remove the storage under seat
Replies: 2
Views: 8842

Re: Trying to remove the storage under seat

I am not sure it is worth all the effort in this case. Replace the shock or use a stick; it would save much time and grief. In my opinion the battery is located in a terrible spot, I hate to replace it....

Good luck with whatever you decide.
by ghmpm
Fri Nov 18, 2022 7:41 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Honda Forza 125 v 350
Replies: 6
Views: 3319

Re: Honda Forza 125 v 350

I am not familiar with the 125 but my experience with my 2015 300 is it is great on back roads, speed wise. It will do freeways but will lag down on serious uphill rides. Based on this I would assume that the 350 would be even better. So my educated guess is you would be better off with the 350! Goo...
by ghmpm
Sat Sep 10, 2022 6:56 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Question about ABS brakes
Replies: 3
Views: 1119

Re: Question about ABS brakes

I have a 2012 Silver Wing with ABS and a 2015 Forza w/o ABS. I can't remember the ABS ever being needed on the big bike, interesting the Forza brakes are actually better at stopping than the 600. Not sure why, perhaps better pad materials?
by ghmpm
Sun Aug 28, 2022 7:26 am
Forum: Forza Accessories
Topic: Security
Replies: 23
Views: 16356

Re: Security

I use the stock Honda handlebar locks plus a disk brake lock. Scooters are not a big theft item in the US except for college towns...then watch out! LOL If I have to be gone for a couple of days I also use a heavy chain and large hardened lock. If they want my scoot they are going to have to work fo...
by ghmpm
Mon Aug 08, 2022 6:59 pm
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: New Battery
Replies: 9
Views: 3481

Re: New Battery

This is the battery I use in my scooters: https://www.batterysharks.com/SigmasTek-STZ12S-p/stz12s_m12-11-210-k.htm 210 CCA too! For me removing the Forza battery is a royal pain so I choose NOT to do it each winter. Battery maintainer pigtail and hook it up for the winter! Good luck and use what YOU...
by ghmpm
Sat Aug 06, 2022 7:07 am
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: New Battery
Replies: 9
Views: 3481

Re: New Battery

I tend to disagree. Lithium is not for me. If you forget to leave them on charge and they go totally flat it is nearly impossible to bring them back, PLUS the initial cost. I buy inexpensive AGM batteries for both my scooters and use them for 2-3 years max then replace them, much cheaper in the long...
by ghmpm
Sat Jul 16, 2022 12:45 pm
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: Drive belt torque settings?
Replies: 13
Views: 5007

Re: Drive belt torque settings?

Opened the CVT belt area and loosened the two bolts and torqued them properly. Not sure I need to do it but piece of mind can't hurt! :)
by ghmpm
Tue Jul 05, 2022 5:00 pm
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: Drive belt torque settings?
Replies: 13
Views: 5007

Re: Drive belt torque settings?

My torque wrench was a Craftsman so it was replaced under warranty. As soon as I can the torques will be checked and corrected if necessary!!!
by ghmpm
Mon Jul 04, 2022 6:38 am
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: Drive belt torque settings?
Replies: 13
Views: 5007

Drive belt torque settings?

I replaced my CVT belt last week. All went well, scooter has 16000 miles. My question is upon reassembly my torque wrench died! Having no choice I tightened the two bolts by hand. Fired the scooter up and all seems well. The scooter is a bit quieter and smoother with the new belt. My question is sho...
by ghmpm
Sat Jun 11, 2022 6:51 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Deposit Down
Replies: 9
Views: 5049

Re: Deposit Down

I love that! Beautiful colour too. Thanks for the pictures, enjoy your new ride.
by ghmpm
Tue May 24, 2022 7:01 am
Forum: Forza Accessories
Topic: New Givi windshield
Replies: 7
Views: 2537

Re: New Givi windshield

I can't give a lot of specifics... My mileage seems to run about the same (70 MPG or so). But for me the comfort, and less bugs hitting me are worth it. Personally, I don't like the tuck position exception for very short duration. I am happy with the Givi and have put a 100 plus miles on it so far. ...
by ghmpm
Fri May 13, 2022 7:05 pm
Forum: Forza Accessories
Topic: New Givi windshield
Replies: 7
Views: 2537

Re: New Givi windshield

As promised, It is May and I just got my Forza out of hibernation... The Sta-Bil and a battery maintainer did their job and it started back up!

I installed the new Givi windshield and am very happy so far, too late to ride it, but tomorrow it will get a thorough testing!!!
Glenn
by ghmpm
Sat May 07, 2022 6:44 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: I'm back with a Forza
Replies: 5
Views: 1957

Re: I'm back with a Forza

Welcome back! I love my Gen 1 Forza 300 but wish the Gen 2 was available in the US.
by ghmpm
Sat Apr 30, 2022 7:17 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Airhawk, Seat Beads or Somthing Else?
Replies: 5
Views: 1816

Re: Airhawk, Seat Beads or Somthing Else?

I use a medium Airhawk. Works fine for me, just don't put too much air in it.
by ghmpm
Mon Apr 18, 2022 11:36 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Buying decisions - I miss my Forza
Replies: 7
Views: 1112

Re: Buying decisions - I miss my Forza

Personally I would get a low mileage one if prices are comparable. My 2015 had 13K on it in 2020 when I bought it. VERY clean and I am happy with it. Will change the belt next month. I checked my VIN when I bought it and no outstanding recalls (checked again just now with same results). If you have ...
by ghmpm
Sun Jan 30, 2022 7:19 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Deposit Down
Replies: 9
Views: 5049

Re: Deposit Down

Good luck! Wish the 350 was available in the US. Post pics when you take delivery if you are able?
by ghmpm
Mon Oct 11, 2021 4:30 pm
Forum: Forza Accessories
Topic: New Givi windshield
Replies: 7
Views: 2537

New Givi windshield

Well I have had enough of the "shorty" windshield so I ordered a new Givi unit. My Forza is in winter storage so it will probably be installed in May of next year! Will update after that!
by ghmpm
Mon Oct 11, 2021 4:08 pm
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: Spark plug
Replies: 9
Views: 1901

Re: Spark plug

I put the iridium plug in my Forza this summer, works GREAT. I installed them in my Silver Wing at 8000 miles and it now has nearly 25K on it. I am sold on the iridium plugs and don't expect to have to replace them anytime soon :)
by ghmpm
Mon Oct 11, 2021 3:51 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Removed buttrest/backrest
Replies: 2
Views: 1771

Re: Removed buttrest/backrest

UPDATE: I used the Forza all summer and it helped with the space but there is not much padding! Anyway I installed a Medium Airhawk air cushion and that made a huge difference! Easy install and fixed the padding problem.