Honda Forza Z ABS & Forza Z Special Edition Specs, Photos, Price, Review
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| Photo of Honda Forza Z with Special Customized Seats Color: Vivid Winning Red Release date: 2005-07-12. |
Honda Forza Z ABS is a 250cc scooter equipped with advanced technologies such as a smart card key system, Honda S Matic and front/rear wheel interlocking ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) that enhances the sense of security and exerts effective braking force, released on Saturday, March 19th 2005.
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| Picture of Forza Z ABS (BA-MF08). Release date: 2005-03-19. Colour: Black. |
Honda Forza Z is equipped with advanced technologies such as a smart card key system that is effective in deterring theft and Honda S Matic that can select between automatic mode and 6-speed manual mode, since its launch in July 2004. It is a popular model.
The front/rear wheel interlocking ABS newly installed in this “Forza Z” has a hydro combination brake system that interlocks the front/rear wheel brakes by simply grasping the left brake lever, and braking. It is a system that combines ABS to avoid locking the front and rear wheels due to passing.
In addition, by changing the design of the seat surface and adopting a seat with improved cushioning, a more comfortable ride is realized. The front brake caliper is gold-colored, and a glossy body-colored meter panel cover is used to create a luxurious feel. In addition, the ABS indicator lamps in the instrument panel and the ABS stickers placed on the left and right of the front fender cover claim to be equipped with front/rear wheel interlocking ABS.
The coloring is set in two colors, a fearless pearl cyber black and a vivid pearl milky white.
Forza is a model that has gained support for its sporty and innovative styling and nimble driving since its launch in 2000. Fully remodeled in 2004, it has improved comfort not only when riding alone but also when riding two people while having a high texture, and has gained high support from a wide range of people, mainly in their 20s.
2005 Honda Forza Z ABS Main Specifications
| Common name | Forza Z ABS | |
| Vehicle name/model | Honda BA-MF08 | |
| Overall length x Width x Height (m) | 2.165 x 0.755 x 1.180 | |
| Wheelbase (m) | 1.545 | |
| Minimum ground clearance (m) | 0.140 | |
| Seat height (m) | 0.710 | |
| Vehicle weight (kg) | 194 | |
| Dry weight (kg) | 180 | |
| Riding capacity (person) | 2 | |
| Fuel consumption rate (km/L) | 43.0 (60km/h constant-land driving test value) | |
| Minimum turning radius (m) | 2.7 | |
| Engine model/type | MF08E/Water-cooled 4-stroke OHC single cylinder | |
| Total displacement (cm3) | 249 | |
| Inner diameter x stroke (mm) | 72.7 x 60.0 | |
| compression ratio | 10.0 | |
| Maximum output (kW [PS]/rpm) | 16 [22]/7,500 | |
| Maximum torque (N ・ m [kg ・ m]/rpm) | 24 [2.4]/5,500 | |
| Starting method | Self-type | |
| Fuel supply device type | Electronically controlled fuel injection type (PGM-FI) | |
| Ignition system type | Full transistor battery ignition | |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 12 | |
| Lubrication method | Pumping splash combination type | |
| Clutch type | Dry type multi-plate shoe type | |
| Transmission type | Continuously variable transmission (V-matic) With electronic manual mode |
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| Gear ratio | 1 speed | 2.600 ～ 0.830 |
| Caster (degree)/Trail (mm) | 27 ° 30´/93 | |
| Tire size | Front | 110/90-13M/C 55P |
| Rear | 130/70-12 56L | |
| Brake type | Front | Hydraulic disc |
| Rear | Hydraulic disc | |
| Suspension method | Previous | Telescopic method |
| Rear | Unit swing type | |
| Frame format | Backbone | |
Limited Release of The Honda Forza Z Special Seat Model 250cc Automatic Scooter
Honda has adopted special parts such as special seats using two types of skins on the 250cc scooter “Forza Z” equipped with advanced technologies such as the smart card key system and Honda S Matic, giving it a luxurious and sporty feel. Limited-time production special model Forza Z Special will be released on July 12 (Tuesday) 2005.
This “Forza Z Special” is available in two colors: the fearless pure black adopted in the Forza X and the sporty and vivid winning red adopted for the first time in the Forza series. In addition, the seat uses two types of skin, dimple-like and carbon-like with small dents, and a special seat with red piping on the edges. In addition, the body-colored instrument panel cover and the lid open box knob on the right side of the front are chrome-plated to create a luxurious feel. In addition, the front brake caliper is gold, the handle switch cover is matte gray metallic, the front and rear wheels are glossy black, and the smart card key body is red, making it a sporty and stylish special model.
The “Forza Z” is equipped with advanced technologies such as the world’s first smart card key system for motorcycles and the Honda S-Matic, which can select between automatic mode and 6-speed manual mode according to driving, in 2004. This model has been very well received since its launch in July. In addition, this Forza series has won the first place* 2 by vehicle name in the number of light motorcycles reported in 2004 (April 2004 to March 2005).
- * 1 Limited time production: Reservation is until July 31, 2005, production period is from July 2005 to October 2005
- * 2 According to Honda research
2005 Honda Forza Z Special Main Specs
| Common name | Forza Z Special | |
| Vehicle name/model | Honda BA-MF08 | |
| Overall length x Width x Height (m) | 2.165 x 0.755 x 1.180 | |
| Wheelbase (m) | 1.545 | |
| Minimum ground clearance (m) | 0.140 | |
| Seat height (m) | 0.710 | |
| Vehicle weight (kg) | 188 | |
| Dry weight (kg) | 174 | |
| Riding capacity (person) | 2 | |
| Fuel consumption rate (km/L) | 43.0 (60km/h constant-land driving test value) |
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| Minimum turning radius (m) | 2.7 | |
| Engine model/type | MF08E/Water-cooled 4-stroke OHC single cylinder | |
| Total displacement (cm3) | 249 | |
| Inner diameter x stroke (mm) | 72.7 x 60.0 | |
| compression ratio | 10.0 | |
| Maximum output (kW [PS]/rpm) | 16 [22]/7,500 | |
| Maximum torque (N ・ m [kg ・ m]/rpm) | 24 [2.4]/5,500 | |
| Starting method | Self-type | |
| Fuel supply device type | Electronically controlled fuel injection type (PGM-FI) | |
| Ignition system type | Full transistor battery ignition | |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 12 | |
| Lubrication method | Pumping splash combination type | |
| Clutch type | Dry type multi-plate shoe type | |
| Transmission type | Continuously variable transmission (V-matic) With electronic manual mode |
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| Gear ratio | 1 speed | 2.600 ～ 0.830 |
| Caster (degree)/Trail (mm) | 27 ° 30´/93 | |
| Tire size | Front | 110/90-13M/C 55P |
| Rear | 130/70-12 56L | |
| Brake type | Front | Hydraulic disc |
| Rear | Hydraulic disc | |
| Suspension method | Previous | Telescopic method |
| Rear | Unit swing type | |
| Frame format | Backbone | |
2005 Honda Forza Z Pricelist
Sales plan (domestic/annual) : 4,000 units (limited time production)
Manufacturer’s suggested retail price
- Honda Forza Z ABS : 693,000 yen (main unit price excluding consumption tax 660,000 yen)
- Price of Forza Z Special : 640,500 yen (main unit price excluding consumption tax 610,000 yen)
* Prices (including recycling costs) do not include insurance premiums, taxes (excluding consumption tax), and various costs associated with registration.