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Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2019 1:59 am
by Spaguar
I came across an interesting information. Comparing Forza 125 to Forza 300 I found out that 300 has a lower maximum load. That leads me to conclusion that 125 and 300 use exactly the same chassis and the higher engine weight of 300 simply reduces the max load.

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2019 3:36 am
by gn2
Yes the current model 125 and 300 are identical other than engine parts.

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2019 9:23 am
by Oldie
In addition, there appear to be a few minor differences in length, width and height and also wheelbase.

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:17 pm
by Spaguar
Oldie wrote:In addition, there appear to be a few minor differences in length, width and height and also wheelbase.
Yes, I've noticed that.
But the bottom line is: Forza 300 = 20km/h faster top speed, less max load, higher consumption, no idling/stop... I guess I'll stick with my darling Forza 125.
As for the speed, I feel great riding 90-100 km/h on my daily commute. Anything above 110 already makes me a bit uncomfortable. It's the age thing, I guess.

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:35 pm
by Jge64
Ahhhh.... the age old argument discussion about 125s versus 300s…...... It's this simple… If you're running around town and under 50 mph, a 125/150 is wonderful. If you're going to go between cities on the interstate And don't want to be clobbered and arrive well rested, get the 300.

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2019 7:12 pm
by gn2
Oldie wrote:In addition, there appear to be a few minor differences in length, width and height and also wheelbase.
I think the length width height discrepancies are errors on the spec sheet.
When you look at them in the showroom, they appear identical.
The longer wheelbase on the 300 will be down to the larger engine.

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Fri May 29, 2020 4:50 pm
by 40jack
So if the chassis is identical that should in theory mean that a pair of uprated rear shocks that are advertised for the 300 should fit my 125 right?

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Sat May 30, 2020 5:05 am
by gn2
The part numbers are different between the two.
So may or may not physically fit.
They will definitely have different characteristics because of the different mass of engine/drive unit.
As the Forza 125 is a Europe only model and isn't sold in the far east, you're going to struggle to find anything specifically designed for it.

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Sat May 30, 2020 11:26 pm
by you you
You could try contacting a suspension company to see what they could do? Maxton Suspension are very good.

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Sun May 31, 2020 4:47 am
by gn2
you you wrote:You could try contacting a suspension company to see what they could do? Maxton Suspension are very good.
Hagon are another UK company who will build shocks to suit.

http://www.hagon-shocks.co.uk/

Re: Maximum Load Forza 125 vs Forza 300

Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2020 6:09 pm
by 40jack
gn2 wrote:
you you wrote:You could try contacting a suspension company to see what they could do? Maxton Suspension are very good.
Hagon are another UK company who will build shocks to suit.

http://www.hagon-shocks.co.uk/


Nice one chaps