test drove the suzuki burgman400

[JetFalcon]

So test drove the Suzuki Burgman and I like it alot coming from a Ninja 650. It has the nimbleness, yet it is still roomy enough and large enough to go on the freeway.

I just wonder if the Forza would feel similar or close even though it's only 300cc. I really like the Forza's look and I like that it's a little smaller so it can be parked easier, but could this thing go on the freeway short term or could you go on the freeway for like 100miles? Please let me know, I want to consider a scooter for my next bike.

Sport bikes are cool, but shifting is an inconvenience especially when wanting to lane split. Plus the super sport bikes are really uncomfortable, even though they may look cooler than a scooter. Also scooters can store stuff which at least you have the option to leave something "in the car" like if you did have a car.

[Valiant]

I don't see why the Forza can't hop on the freeway.

It's usually the PCX that might give people trouble if the speed limit gets above 50, because it probably means traffic is moving at 70.

[tbln930]

I did 151 miles a few weekends ago on my Forza and it did 70 mph comfortably for about half of the distance in both directions on the interstate part of the trip. 70-75 mph is not an issue for the Forza unless steep hills. It tops out in the mid to upper 80s stock.

I would not begin to attempt that on my PCX - even with upgrades. Not enough weight or wheelbase much less power.

[Valiant]

I did 151 miles a few weekends ago on my Forza and it did 70 mph comfortably for about half of the distance in both directions on the interstate part of the trip. 70-75 mph is not an issue for the Forza. It tops out in the mid to upper 80s stock.

I would not begin to attempt that on my PCX - even with upgrades. Not enough weight or wheelbase much less power.

I can do about 70-72 on my PCX, but I typically need to roll downhill a bit to get the rpms up there. With a proper bore kit setup you should be able to get up to 75, but there wouldn't be much if any reserve power at those speeds.

I haven't really found the weight or wheelbase to be an issue at those speeds. I'm sure if you stuck a 196cc kit in there you could hit 80 mph.

Just you know, a 250cc sportbike would probably be cheaper.

[fish]

I did 151 miles a few weekends ago on my Forza and it did 70 mph comfortably for about half of the distance in both directions on the interstate part of the trip. 70-75 mph is not an issue for the Forza. It tops out in the mid to upper 80s stock.

I would not begin to attempt that on my PCX - even with upgrades. Not enough weight or wheelbase much less power.

I can do about 70-72 on my PCX, but I typically need to roll downhill a bit to get the rpms up there. With a proper bore kit setup you should be able to get up to 75, but there wouldn't be much if any reserve power at those speeds.p

I haven't really found the weight or wheelbase to be an issue at those speeds. I'm sure if you stuck a 196cc kit in there you could hit 80 mph.

Just you know, a 250cc sportbike would probably be cheaper.

Yep.
A motorcycle is often a cheaper alternative to hopping up a scooter...or even moving up in size with a stock scooter. Bikes are more easily sold, traded and repaired at a dealership. At least in the USA... not so in the rest of the world.
Fish

[Mel46]

I had a Burgman 400 and loved it. However, it is not as nimble as a PCX. It is really meant for freeway driving and cruising. It can easily handle two up riding and it does not need much in the way of mods or upgrades. I installed a Givi windscreen and it made a good difference in comfort.
What you are going to have to determine is what you are going to do with it most of the time. I think the same thing is true of the Forza or PCX. I ended up trading down from my Burgman, not because I didn't like my Burgman. I loved it. However, my wife has a PCX and we spent most of our time riding in town, which is much easier on a small bike. We looked at the For a but it was still too large for in town use in that it had weight and size issues when in tight spaces. There are other scooters between the size of a PCX an a Forza, though I am not sure about the availability of repair shops. If you can find them you can try a SYM or a Kymco.