The 13 Best Honda Motorcycles Ever Made – SlashGear

Most major motorcycle manufacturers have a couple of models of scooter, including smaller traditional bikes and a maxiscooter or two. These large scooters appeal to many riders who like to ride, but maybe appreciate the simplicity of having an automatic transmission, a lighter frame, and easy mounting. Honda’s best entry into this category is the Forza 750, a 750cc twin-cylinder comfort cruiser.

The Forza 750 blurs the line between scooter and motorcycle as it is a substantial machine with capabilities exceeding many street bikes, and its features are first-class. With this bike, you get a fuel-injected twin coupled to Honda’s DCT automatic transmission, according to Motorcycle News. Like other scooters, everything is mounted down low, keeping the center of gravity closer to the road. It also comes with keyless ignition, a large digital dash, and full connectivity with your smartphone. While it won’t be beating any sport bikes in drag races, the 750cc engine provides ample power on-demand with every twist of the throttle. Like other scooters, the trunk below the seat is cavernous and, while it lacks a completely flat footboard, it is still easy to climb on and go.

While this scooter shows what a company like Honda can do with a larger format and modern technology, there is a huge drawback for residents of the U.S.: Dealers don’t sell it. Scooters have failed to make significant sales gains in the American market and, quite often, the best models are out of reach.