I rode the new ADV350 while my '23 was at the dealer : Honest Verdict

My '23 ADV350 went in for a service. The dealer lent me a brand new '26 to ride while it was in the workshop. Same bike. Same roads. Same day. Here's the honest owner verdict. Should you upgrade from a '23 to a '26? I give you the straight answer. No agenda. No dealer commission. Just two bikes, the same familiar roads, and an honest opinion. 🔔 Subscribe for honest maxi-scooter reviews and smarter riding content for returning and mature riders 🔔 New videos every week for returning and mature riders. Subscribe and hit the bell so you don't miss the next one. 💬 Got questions or your own upgrade story? Drop it in the comments — I read every single one. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly reality-check riding content throughout 2026. 🎧 Like the music in the videos ? Take it with you with the Back In The Saddle UK Playlist : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5rJ... 🎥 SUPPORT THE CHANNEL ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/backinthesad... MY ACTUAL KIT AND AFFILIATE LINKS : Some links are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them. It doesn’t cost you extra, but it helps support the channel and future projects 👍🏻 CLOTHING, GADGETS AND BIKE EQUIPMENT : RST HAVOC CE Motorcycle Jacket - Grey : https://amzn.to/3YqOKjV SPADA Commute CE Motorcycle Jacket : https://amzn.to/3Yoczce TEXPEED Armoured Motorcycle Trousers : https://amzn.to/4qcrMcG OROBIKER Winter Gloves : https://amzn.to/3Lp7Kw6 Shad Terra TR41 Top Box : https://amzn.to/4qzrPPL Puncture Repair Kit: https://amzn.to/3YqNTjd Odoland Camping Stove : https://amzn.to/45qks4C Aeropress Coffee Maker : https://amzn.to/3ZbZ13Q TECH: Cardo Spirit HD: https://amzn.to/47xsnyA Carpuride (30% off): https://carpuride.com/discount/BackIn... FILM and AUDIO Equipment: OSMO Action 4: https://amzn.to/47ritxa PovPro: https://amzn.to/4350sn1 DJI Mic Mini: https://amzn.to/49nSSb2 Telesin Mount: https://amzn.to/48Nveo9 OSMO Helmet Mount: https://amzn.to/48OOv8I Kingjoy Camera Tripod : https://amzn.to/4bfFoin Newer Video Light Pack : https://amzn.to/4qwEnqI Rhinowalk 20l Rolltop bag : https://amzn.to/4jm55jk Subscribe for honest, no-nonsense riding advice for mature and returning riders. This isn't about riding less—it's about riding longer. 📂 WATCH NEXT: → Reflections Playlist – Real talk about life, riding, and second chances → Reviews Playlist – Honest, practical reviews for real riders → Road Trips Playlist – Adventures on two wheels across the UK → Re-connections Playlist – Stories of rediscovering the joy of riding No drama, no gatekeeping—just real-world riding for grown-ups who love maxi-scooters and smarter decisions on two wheels. 💬 Got thoughts? Drop a comment—I read every single one. Timestamps : 00:00 Intro 01:40 To the dealer 03:39 How much!!?? 04:15 ADV 350 '26 05:52 All rather interesting 12:32 A little surprise 14:24 An interesting proposition 15:30 Back on the '23