Honda SH350i: the return of the "Sporty" color variants for 2022 [PHOTO]

The scooter Honda SH350i for the 2022 dresses others two “Sporty” chromatic dresses with black circles characterized by red details, just as the logo associated with these colors is red.

The vehicle

The aerodynamic features of the scooter are connotative, as are the LED headlights, with a split front layout with the position light on the handlebars. The rear light and directional indicators a LED they are integrated into the whole, so you can also notice the aluminum passenger handles.
The length reaches i 2.160 millimeters with a wheelbase that extends for 1.452 mm. The width is 742 mm and the height of 1.161 mm, not considering the windshield. The minimum height from the ground is 131 mm and the saddle is present at 805 mm.

2021 HONDA SH350i

The vehicle setup facilitates a relaxed driving position, also noting a flat floorboard that is wide 435 mm. The steering head is inclined at 27°5' with a trail of 99 mm, therefore the turning radius reaches 45°, functional for maneuvering even in limited spaces. The weight with a full tank is also indicative 174 kg.
The underseat compartment can hold a full-face helmet and there is also a USB Type-C charging socket to easily charge your devices. There is also a practical folding hook on the front panel.

2021 HONDA SH350i

The scooter is equipped with a split LCD dashboard which has various warning lights on the sides. The dashboard functions are activated via the “Info A/B” buttons on the block located on the left. Also interesting from a technological point of view is the provision of a Smart-Key, which in addition to activating the contact switch and opening/closing the compartments, also allows you to manage the 35 liter Smart-Top Box. There is also an emergency braking signaling function associated with the front and rear directional indicators. When the ABS catches particularly intense braking, even on wet asphalt, the hazard lights flash.
Honda SH350i for the 2022 is proposed in the colours: Black; Matt Carnelian Red Metallic; Mat Ruthenium Silver Metallic; Pearl cool white and in new versions “Sporty” in Matte Blacky Gray Metallic e Pearl Falcon Grey.

2022 HONDA SH350i

Technology

The scooter has a steel tube frame designed to facilitate control, comfort and agility of movement, also taking into account the thickness of the plates and other elements associated with the frame. The tank can hold 9,1 liters, including the reserve.
The suspension part includes a telescopic fork with stems 35 mm and behind double shock absorbers adjustable in preload with a die-cast aluminum swingarm and Oleo-Link linkage placed below the engine, to dampen the oscillations associated with rough terrain. The braking system with two-channel ABS consists of a front disc 256 mm with two-piston caliper and another rear one 256 mm with single piston caliper. The vehicle is equipped with 110/70-16 and 130/70-16 tyres, placed at the front and rear respectively.

2022 HONDA SH350i

Motor

Il eSP+ engine (enhanced Smart Power+), a liquid-cooled 4-valve single overhead camshaft 330 cc, is approved Euro 5. A heart that is high-performance and efficient with the adoption of technologies for reducing friction. The power of this engine reaches i 29,4 horses (21,6 kW) at 7.500 rpm, while the torque peak is 32 Nm at 5.250 rpm. It is possible to exceed a maximum speed of 130 km/h.
The vehicle has a traction control HSTC (Honda Selectable Torque Control) which detects any differences between the speed of the front and rear wheel, calculates the slip ratio and manages the torque delivered via the electronic injection system to recover the grip of the rear tire. The system can be deactivated by operating a switch located on the left block. During grip management you notice a warning light with the letter “T” flashing on the dashboard. Finally the transmission V-Matic it consists of the automatic centrifugal clutch and the belt final, as mentioned.

2021 HONDA SH350i

Proposal

The availability of the scooter Honda SH350i at official Honda dealerships is scheduled for end of November. It is listed at 5.690 euros fc, while the price of the "Sporty" variants is 5.790 euros fc

Photo: Honda Motor Europe Ltd. Italy