How much did you end up paying for it? Great video by the way. I am looking into buying a Vespa or Ruckus but the Elite did catch my attention and online they run up to 3gs.
Update: Honda still has not contacted me. They refused to fix the scooter under warranty. A friend of mine fixed my scooter by replacing a bent valve. The cost, $45.00 part. The cost Central Florida Powersports, Inc in Kissimmee wanted to charge to fix it... $1,000. The scooter had 770 miles on it when it failed. 1-866-784-1870 Honda Motorcycle Div. refused to cover the warranty for this customer. Buyers Beware!
I'm not familar with the 125 version but only have nice things to say about the larger HD 200, I have friends that ride them. They are well put together but parts and service are a question mark now in the US, so their future is uncertain?
The Reflex is a 250cc scooter that Honda sold from 2001-2008. Resembles a smaller version of the Silverwing, Honda's largest scoot at 600cc. It will do 80mph and get 75mpg. The Honda CBR 250r is very nice, our local dealer is selling them faster than they can get them in. There is even a waiting list. Best of luck and be careful with it.
The Elite 110 can hold a full face helmet & a 3/4 helmet or a lot of smaller items, its storage is the entire length of its seat, since the gas tank is under the floorboards. The tank holds 1.6 gallons and we averaged 100-105mpg with it. I also have an SH150i and I love it as well. My wife took over the SH150, we sold the Elite and I just got a 250cc Honda Reflex Sport. The Elite is an awesome scoot, just after 2 yrs we wanted more power for higher speed limit roads.
They are both excellent scoots. It is more of a style preference. The PCX will be a little faster, around 60mph but everything else is pretty even. They are both too small for highway use so it comes down to a traditional look vs a maxi scooter type look. You won't go wrong with either one.
@russty36 After 3 weeks, I finally gave up. Honda did not honor the warranty which I paid for. No one from Honda even cared to call me to help fix the scooter. The dealer wanted to charge me $900+ for a scooter that is only 7 weeks old when it failed to start. See my video and read my commentary which began June 6th when I made the video..... currently, my scooter is torn apart and in my possession. Worthless at the moment. I paid $350 for HondaCare Protection and that too is worthless...
You're right about the peg next to the ignition cover used to close it without the key, it took me a few times before I realized it. I hope you do get one because it doesn't disappoint. Over 50mph, 100mpg and plenty of storage and passenger room, whats not to like :)
hey great video i'm looking to get a elite myself to save on gas around town. thanks for posting this! fyi that lever next to the key switch is used to switch the cover over the key hole without having to use the special spot on the key until unlocking it. thanks again.
Great video. I just bought a 2000 Honda Elite 80 for my first vehicle. I can't say enough good stuff about it other than it is a hell of a lot better than riding a bike 12 miles to work and back. The fastest it'll go is 43 MPH, even though it says 55. I really love my Honda and I hope to have it for many years to come. :)
Thanks. I see some of the older Hondas still on the road, the Elite, like yours as well as the Helix & Reflex from 5 yrs ago etc. It says something about the quality of their scoots.
yea, i have the same exact bike. great little scooter.i bought this because i could not get financed for a zuma 125. but im gonna write to honda to make a 150cc ruckus. same frame and tire. just bigger go go. they had a 250 ruckus but looked like crap and they got rid of it.
@nysk8r247 Definitely check with your BMV first. Most states you can get a scooter under 50cc without a license etc but I don't know any where a 14 yr old can get one with over 100cc's without a motorcycle endorsement first.
What did you do with your Vino 125, did you sell it or trade it in for the Elite 110? I'm wondering why you got the Elite because power wise, they are almost the same.
@fdiskrn Thanks for watching. I traded the Vino in on the Honda mainly for its "two up" capability. The Vino bogged down considerably and you can forget about climbing hills with it. The Elite can still hold 55mph even with a passenger and loses very little when going up hill. With its liquid cooled fuel injection I consistently get 100mpg and a little more if riding alone. At less than 3,000 I don't think this bike can be beat for value.
The winds do present a problem if they gust above 15-20mph, especially if you are travelling above 40mph on the scoot. The bike only weighs 254lbs, I'm light as well (155lbs) so it tends to be very unstable. For neighborhood runs at 25-30mph, the winds don't matter as much.
@Parker4321 yes, they are made in china. but its like alot of the jap bike companies. out sourcing their plants to china to save money. but i must say they are still built like a honda.
I just picked one up today. I was surprised that it got up to 45 mph easily. I wanted to push it to 50 but since it had just rolled off the showroom floor, I didn't want to push it too hard.
@Phut68 Enjoy your new scoot, it is an awesome machine, I'm finally getting some good riding in, after the nasty Ohio winter. I'm still under 500mi though. MPG has been great at 93-100, even with a passenger!!!!!!!!
Performance would go to the Elite. Although it has smaller displacement, it has more power. I've had them both at 50+ mph and the Elite gets there faster. The Vino may top out higher, but 55 is as fast as I've gone on either.
Hi Strkngfan, I've been debating between a new 2010 Elite or the Vino 125 and cannot decide. As you've said you've had both, can you give a basic comparison. I'm hesitant to grab the Elite simply because of the smaller displacement, but figure the fuel injection and liquid cooling might compensate. Given your experience, which do you ultimately prefer performance wise? Thanks.
How much did you end up paying for it? Great video by the way. I am looking into buying a Vespa or Ruckus but the Elite did catch my attention and online they run up to 3gs.
IcYh3rMiT 1 month ago
Update: Honda still has not contacted me. They refused to fix the scooter under warranty. A friend of mine fixed my scooter by replacing a bent valve. The cost, $45.00 part. The cost Central Florida Powersports, Inc in Kissimmee wanted to charge to fix it... $1,000. The scooter had 770 miles on it when it failed. 1-866-784-1870 Honda Motorcycle Div. refused to cover the warranty for this customer. Buyers Beware!
russty36 3 months ago
What do you think about the SYM HD 125cc water cooled and ceramic coated cylinder?
verizonphoner 6 months ago
@verizonphoner
I'm not familar with the 125 version but only have nice things to say about the larger HD 200, I have friends that ride them. They are well put together but parts and service are a question mark now in the US, so their future is uncertain?
strkngfang 6 months ago
@AKB2192
The Reflex is a 250cc scooter that Honda sold from 2001-2008. Resembles a smaller version of the Silverwing, Honda's largest scoot at 600cc. It will do 80mph and get 75mpg. The Honda CBR 250r is very nice, our local dealer is selling them faster than they can get them in. There is even a waiting list. Best of luck and be careful with it.
strkngfang 7 months ago
@AKB2192
The Elite 110 can hold a full face helmet & a 3/4 helmet or a lot of smaller items, its storage is the entire length of its seat, since the gas tank is under the floorboards. The tank holds 1.6 gallons and we averaged 100-105mpg with it. I also have an SH150i and I love it as well. My wife took over the SH150, we sold the Elite and I just got a 250cc Honda Reflex Sport. The Elite is an awesome scoot, just after 2 yrs we wanted more power for higher speed limit roads.
strkngfang 7 months ago
To small for a 6'1 210lb person?
CSTNgeek 7 months ago
What do you say? This, or the Honda PCX??
BradSD25 8 months ago
@BradSD25
They are both excellent scoots. It is more of a style preference. The PCX will be a little faster, around 60mph but everything else is pretty even. They are both too small for highway use so it comes down to a traditional look vs a maxi scooter type look. You won't go wrong with either one.
strkngfang 8 months ago
@strkngfang great call!!
BradSD25 8 months ago
Anyone know how they work mechanically? See my video please. I'd like to fix it myself before towing it to a dealer.
russty36 8 months ago
@russty36 After 3 weeks, I finally gave up. Honda did not honor the warranty which I paid for. No one from Honda even cared to call me to help fix the scooter. The dealer wanted to charge me $900+ for a scooter that is only 7 weeks old when it failed to start. See my video and read my commentary which began June 6th when I made the video..... currently, my scooter is torn apart and in my possession. Worthless at the moment. I paid $350 for HondaCare Protection and that too is worthless...
russty36 8 months ago
I bought one in November of last year, (Honda lead in the UK) really pleased so far, one of the best scooters I've had ... and I've had a few :)
3coyguards 9 months ago
Love this video! Im getting this soon!
HardcoreNews1 9 months ago
You're right about the peg next to the ignition cover used to close it without the key, it took me a few times before I realized it. I hope you do get one because it doesn't disappoint. Over 50mph, 100mpg and plenty of storage and passenger room, whats not to like :)
strkngfang 10 months ago
hey great video i'm looking to get a elite myself to save on gas around town. thanks for posting this! fyi that lever next to the key switch is used to switch the cover over the key hole without having to use the special spot on the key until unlocking it. thanks again.
darricknagalaxie500 10 months ago
i got an 2001 elite with 8300 miles on it still runs like a champ nice vid enjoy the new beast
twosevenboy 1 year ago
This might be the ideal urban scoot, if you live in an area with good roads. Obviously it'd also be great for a college campus. Thanks for posting!
LarryRickenbacker 1 year ago 4
Great video. I just bought a 2000 Honda Elite 80 for my first vehicle. I can't say enough good stuff about it other than it is a hell of a lot better than riding a bike 12 miles to work and back. The fastest it'll go is 43 MPH, even though it says 55. I really love my Honda and I hope to have it for many years to come. :)
TheGizmo4382 1 year ago
@TheGizmo4382
Thanks. I see some of the older Hondas still on the road, the Elite, like yours as well as the Helix & Reflex from 5 yrs ago etc. It says something about the quality of their scoots.
strkngfang 1 year ago
Do you need a license for this?
currytub 1 year ago
@currytub
yes. Most states require a full motorcycle endorsement for anything over 50cc. Some, like Ohio its a law no matter of the size cc.
strkngfang 1 year ago
Just got one today, err picking it up tomorrow. First bike / vehicle for me. I am really looking forward to it. :]
Kurionokaos 1 year ago
@Kurionokaos
Glad to hear it and congrats, I'm sure you will love it!!
strkngfang 1 year ago
yea, i have the same exact bike. great little scooter.i bought this because i could not get financed for a zuma 125. but im gonna write to honda to make a 150cc ruckus. same frame and tire. just bigger go go. they had a 250 ruckus but looked like crap and they got rid of it.
cabuco2006 1 year ago
wow well i live in maryland and here you can get a scooter when your fourteen and i am defentinly getting this!!
nysk8r247 1 year ago
@nysk8r247 Definitely check with your BMV first. Most states you can get a scooter under 50cc without a license etc but I don't know any where a 14 yr old can get one with over 100cc's without a motorcycle endorsement first.
strkngfang 1 year ago
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fdiskrn 1 year ago
Awesome video, I want one.
What did you do with your Vino 125, did you sell it or trade it in for the Elite 110? I'm wondering why you got the Elite because power wise, they are almost the same.
fdiskrn 1 year ago
@fdiskrn Thanks for watching. I traded the Vino in on the Honda mainly for its "two up" capability. The Vino bogged down considerably and you can forget about climbing hills with it. The Elite can still hold 55mph even with a passenger and loses very little when going up hill. With its liquid cooled fuel injection I consistently get 100mpg and a little more if riding alone. At less than 3,000 I don't think this bike can be beat for value.
strkngfang 1 year ago
@strkngfang I finally got my Elite earlier this week. It's awesome. Thanks for your video and input.
fdiskrn 1 year ago
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@strkngfang I finally got my Elite earlier this week. It's awesome. Thanks for your video and input.
fdiskrn 1 year ago
The winds do present a problem if they gust above 15-20mph, especially if you are travelling above 40mph on the scoot. The bike only weighs 254lbs, I'm light as well (155lbs) so it tends to be very unstable. For neighborhood runs at 25-30mph, the winds don't matter as much.
strkngfang 1 year ago
How does it handle in the wind with them high speeds? If you reached 50 to 60 mph that is not bad.
craig1974 1 year ago
I heard these bikes are Made in China! That sucks! A chinese Honda what has the world come to.
Parker4321 1 year ago
@Parker4321 yes, they are made in china. but its like alot of the jap bike companies. out sourcing their plants to china to save money. but i must say they are still built like a honda.
cabuco2006 1 year ago
Is it completely made in Japan?
Parker4321 1 year ago
Thanks! Hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine:)
strkngfang 1 year ago
cool, favorited- I'm getting one of these and it's especially nice to see one close up and next to a car to imagine the dimensions and stuff.
salasvalor01 1 year ago
I just picked one up today. I was surprised that it got up to 45 mph easily. I wanted to push it to 50 but since it had just rolled off the showroom floor, I didn't want to push it too hard.
Phut68 1 year ago
@Phut68 Enjoy your new scoot, it is an awesome machine, I'm finally getting some good riding in, after the nasty Ohio winter. I'm still under 500mi though. MPG has been great at 93-100, even with a passenger!!!!!!!!
strkngfang 1 year ago
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bikeasaurus 2 years ago
you can hold the front brake on and start the engine too.
badbob1983 2 years ago
Performance would go to the Elite. Although it has smaller displacement, it has more power. I've had them both at 50+ mph and the Elite gets there faster. The Vino may top out higher, but 55 is as fast as I've gone on either.
strkngfang 2 years ago
Hi Strkngfan, I've been debating between a new 2010 Elite or the Vino 125 and cannot decide. As you've said you've had both, can you give a basic comparison. I'm hesitant to grab the Elite simply because of the smaller displacement, but figure the fuel injection and liquid cooling might compensate. Given your experience, which do you ultimately prefer performance wise? Thanks.
Remyalecus 2 years ago