2015 Honda PCX150 walkaround
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- čas přidán 13. 04. 2017
- This scooter is mechanically stock (engine and transmission) with only a couple of add-ons. It currently has about 1100 miles, so it has completed its break-in period and has had the initial maintenance done (e.g. oil change, valve clearance check, etc).
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The modifications are minimal at this time. It has a Givi D1136ST windscreen, a SHAD SH33 top box (and mounting plate), and the rear suspension has been upgraded with YSS Z-series rear shocks.
A forum member on the Honda PCX forum (www.hondapcx.org) asked about the acceleration of the PCX150 with a 250-pound rider. I am 5'7" and weigh around 170 pounds with full riding gear. I will post separate videos with 0-63 mph, 45-60 mph, and 50-60 mph acceleration tests. Each of those speed runs will be done at my normal riding weight and then again with a 250-pound load (myself +80 lbs of ballast).
Eventually, I hope to repeat those same tests after the installation of Dr. Pulley sliders (13 grams) in the variator to see how acceleration and top speed are affected by the modification. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
How’s the windshield is it a good height or you suggest the taller one?
I have one of these in Cambodia. It's a fine machine.
Question, how did you install that box on the back with shad instructions?? I bought a backrest from them and the instructions aren’t instructions at all, very bad.
SHAD's instructions are very sparse and just include diagrams of where things go, but no description of how to install. The mount for this top case is called the "top master" which is a metal plate that screws into the factory mounting holes in the tail section of the bike.
When you lift the seat up, you will see an access cover in the rear center of the body plastic that is held in place with two round plastic push clips. Just press in on those center pins to release the clips and then lift them out with a fingernail. Then remove the cover to expose the 4 mounting holes.
The SHAD top master (or the back rest) is mounted using those points. The top cases come with a mounting plate that is then secured to the top master.
If you know the SHAD part number for your backrest, then you should be able to search Google to find the installation instructions (if your kit didn't include them). Let me know if you have any problems and I'll be happy to help! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thanks I appreciate it
i’m just wondering whether do you experience any problem with turbulence with a big windscreen?
No, that windscreen (Givi D1136ST) is very good and creates a quiet airspace for the rider area (not so much for the passenger seat). I am 5' 7" tall (170 cm), so the air is directed to the top of my helmet. I also purchased the taller version of the Givi screen (D1130ST), but it is MUCH taller and looks odd on this bike. Both screens do well to redirect the airflow around the rider, but I prefer the look of the shorter model.
The D1136ST has now been moved to my 2016 Honda PCX150, and I have installed another windscreen on the 2015 PCX150 in this video. The 2015 is now wearing the National Cycle VStream Sport Touring shield ( www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/national-cycle-vstream-sport-touring-windscreen-honda-pcx150-2014-2018 ), which is also a very nice unit. It comes with mirror extenders to place the mirrors out past the edge of the screen (needed for clearance to prevent mirrors from hitting sides of screen when bars are turned full-lock). --QM
Hey would you recommend that windshield or the tall one ? Im 5'9 .its getting cold here in texas and want the ride a bit warmer less wind hitting my chest and neck
I prefer the look of the shorter screen, but the taller one definitely provides more coverage. I am 5'6 and the taller screen is just a touch too tall... the top of the screen is in my eye line. I prefer to see just over the top of a screen rather than through it. If you're in the Houston area, drop me an email (quasimotard@gmail.com) if you want to meet up to see the three different screens that I have for the PCX. Cheers! 👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard i live here in san Antonio if you guys ever want to ride the hill country let me know. Aronjamespineda07@yahoo.com.
Do i need to upgrade the side mirror if i go the tallest one s o it wont hit it ?
@@pilyomotoride7781 That would be great! I'll ping you before I head that way next time. The tall Givi screen has indentations that prevent the mirrors from contacting the screen. I have another screen installed right now from National Cycle that included mirror extenders to avoid interference... either way is a good solution. --QM
This model can take big tires.?
How we I order it and how much is it
I need to buy it how much and how can I get it
I've always liked the white color on the PCX. I think it makes the accents stand out better and I'm sure the cell phone cagers see it a little better. I wouldn't mind getting my hands on an older model with reasonable miles, but I'm also eager to see the new ADV150 before I make any decisions. I may have to travel some distance to find one though because the local dealers where I live don't really stock scooters that much. They just aren't popular around these parts. I'm lucky to see one scooter on the roads I travel in an entire year! I see tons of Mustangs with souped-up engines, however. I find them rather annoying, probably because every fifth car that goes by is a loud, aggressive "stang". Anyway, I'd like to at least sit on the ADV150 and give it an overview. I'll have to call around to see if any dealer within 100 miles might actually put one on their showroom floor. BTW, I like the two windscreens mentioned and the trunk box on the back. I've added those notes to my research. :) I'm hesitant to purchase a PCX older than 2019? model because I've read and heard too many people complain about the shocks. I was curious if I did buy an older model would I be able to swap out the shocks for a smoother ride? If so, what would you recommend? I'm all about smooth! lol
Upgrading the rear shocks is very simple for any model of the PCX. I ordered one set for the 2015 PCX through BikerzBits in Thailand (bikerzbits.com), and another set for the 2016 out of Webike in Japan (japan.webike.net). The front suspension is more involved because you need to pull the front wheel, fender, and forks out of the bike to install the new springs and/or cartridge emulators into the fork legs.
I'm very curious to see how the new ADV150 shapes up with its longer-throw suspension. I'll probably trade in one of my PCX150's on the new ADV150 just for a change of pace. If that happens, I'll be sure to do a thorough walk-around and test video so you can see which one might work better for you. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
I have a 2013 pcx 150 my manual says to use Honda oil 10w30 MB but try and find it its like trying to find a Gold Unicorn. The Honda dealer said I could use Honda Motorcycle oil 10w40 MA would be fine. I was wondering if you ever change your own oil and if you did want kind of oil do you use. Thanks
Agreed! My local Honda dealer used to stock the Pro Honda HP4M (moly) 10W-30, but then stopped. They replaced that with the HP4M 10W-40 for a while and I stocked up on it, but that's out of stock now as well. Most scooter engines can run just about any JASO MA/MA2 oils without any problems. They don't need the friction modifiers that are present in most of the MA/MA2 "4T" varieties because there is no wet clutch or transmission gears inside of the engine housing.
I've been running Shell Rotella T6 5W-40 full-synthetic in my Honda SilverWing 600 for years (35K miles) without any problems. This is actually a diesel oil, but it has the JASO MA/MA2 rating. I started running it in my Honda Navi 110, but I smell some blow-by in the exhaust... so I'll probably revert to a cheaper synthetic-blend oil to see if that works better. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Thanks
How do you like this scooter still? I’m looking at the 2015
It's a great scoot! If you can find one in good condition with under 10K miles for under $2500, then it's a good deal. These scoots are reportedly good for over 40K miles without any major mechanical issues... just normal consumables (e.g. oil, brake pads, tires) and new CVT belts every 12-16K miles. I still have my 2015 (this bike) and a 2016 PCX150 in gray ( czcams.com/video/wehaSzxClqY/video.html ). My son and I still ride them around periodically for grocery runs and bombing around town. We might be taking an extended road trip on them in the next few weeks... not sure yet. However, I am considering trading one of them in on the new Honda ADV150 ( powersports.honda.com/street/scooter/adv150 ) just for a change of pace. Cheers, and happy shopping! 👍 --QM
I have the same Scooter and am having an issue fitting the plate to the frame for my Shad 33!...the rear screws do not seat all the way down into the counter-sink, they remain on an angle!!..appears the rear spacers need to be slightly shorter!... Did you have any issues?
Howdy, Mike! Do you have the SHAD "top master" mounting plate? Are you having problems attaching the plastic top box mounting plate to the metal "top master", or is the master not mating up with the holes in the rear grab rail? 👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Yes, I have the Shad metal mounting plate which does not mount flush with the metal spaces that come in the kit!… The front section of the metal plate approximately 1 inch is bent slightly to the rest of the plate which actually furnish the front two holes. consequently, they’re on a different plane!.. so if I tighten the two front screws they will leave the rear ones sitting at an angle and not flush to the countersink in the plate top!…seem like an odd design!!
@@mikesantomauro5780 That's odd! It sounds like a manufacturing defect to me. I would try using some stainless-steel flat washers as spacers on the "short" side to get the bracket level with the PCX's mounting frame. My SHAD plates for both of the PCX150's (2015 and 2016) went on without any problems... just popped out the rear plastic tail plate to access the screw holes, and then mounted the SHAD plate with Loctite on the bolts. 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Yes, that’s exactly what I ended up doing!.. do you remember if your steel plate was completely flat?
I think that both of my SHAD plates were flat... maybe a slight bit of wobble that was cinched down when the bolts were tightened. 👍 --QM
What bracket box you used?? Givi or shad bracket
The mount that I have is the SHAD H0PC10ST: www.shadusa.com/collections/pcx/products/h0pc10st
Just bought a 2015 today with just under 800 miles on it. How does the brake lock button work?
Congrats on your PCX! I have a few other PCX150 videos on my channel that you might enjoy. I've used mine for everything from mundane commuting to multi-state touring.
The parking brake lock has never worked on either of my PCX's (2015 and 2016 models). I've tried adjusting it several times without any success. The intended operation is to squeeze the rear brake lever (left side) while pulling out on the parking brake lock hard to set it. To release it, you do the same process while pulling out on the parking brake plunger and press inward in the center button to release it. Always squeeze the brake lever a couple of times to be sure that it has returned to normal and isn't dragging the brake. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Got it. Thanks!