1 minute ago, thesetat said:

If the shop he bought the bike at is saying nothing is wrong. take it to another shop. the warranty is good at any shop. 

His weight has nothing to do with the problem. I load my bike up with 400kgs and never have this problem. Same bike model and manufacture date. 

It will be a problem if the belt or the chain is to tight, or wrong assembled. Most bikes in Thailand is assembled due to average thai weight. Still it is not a common problem but can be one of the reasons for what he described. 

On 9/3/2025 at 5:29 PM, jacksonyoung said:

Just bought a new click 160 (2025) straight from the dealer, and am finding it to be really shaky/jerky especially at low speeds. Like the bike noticably shakes back and forth even on smooth highway roads.
 

Is this normal for new bikes? (ive read about a ‘break in’ period, and am hoping it gets smoother over time). For context Ive drive  about 150km so far.

 

Also, i took it to the dealer and they said nothing is wrong with it, so I have no idea what the issue is.

 

anybody else with a new click face this issue?

 

 

 

 

 

Try checking tyre pressures with a gauge ... over inflation is common here ...

Checking at an independent garage seems like the answer, they may charge 100 baht 

On 9/3/2025 at 5:29 PM, jacksonyoung said:

Just bought a new click 160 (2025) straight from the dealer, and am finding it to be really shaky/jerky especially at low speeds. Like the bike noticably shakes back and forth even on smooth highway roads.
 

Is this normal for new bikes? (ive read about a ‘break in’ period, and am hoping it gets smoother over time). For context Ive drive  about 150km so far.

 

Also, i took it to the dealer and they said nothing is wrong with it, so I have no idea what the issue is.

 

anybody else with a new click face this issue?

 

 

 

 

Where are you located, here in Pattaya they have a Mityon service center. 

 

Take it to a service center near you, the technician will ride it for checking.

21 hours ago, jacksonyoung said:

I weigh about 70kg, the guys that tested it were a bit bigger. 
 

I am based in chiang mai.  Will check out a tire shop and see if they can tell if theres a problem with the tires or the alignment.

I have tried to get some help with big bike twice at the Big Wing up there, and they are useless unfortunate, absolute useless, and just a random street shop saved my day there. 

 

Even offered them to pay double price for work, postage and parts getting it sent over night, but nope, 2 weeks they said for simple front fork original sealing. 

A lot of possible causes. Fork bearings, tires, drive belt, motor mounts, shocks. be methodical. A new bike should be really smooth, it is very unusual if it isn't.

On my Click i noticed it was struggling at high speed, noisy, the best garage in Pattaya said it was the bearings but don't change until really bad, months later changed the air filter and it solved the issue.

 

Moral to the story, don't trust these somchais + change air filter early due to pollution

Take your pick!:

 

Unbalanced wheels – From the factory or after shipping, the wheels may not be perfectly balanced. This causes vibration at certain speeds.

Tire seating issue – If the tire bead didn’t seat properly on the rim, the wheel can wobble.

Uneven tire pressure – New bikes sometimes leave the dealer with incorrect pressures.

At low speeds, if the CVT belt or pulleys are slightly misaligned, dirty, or too tight, the bike can feel jerky until it “beds in.”

A loose or over-tightened engine hanger bolt (since the engine is part of the swingarm) can cause unusual vibration.

Brake Drag

The Click 160 is fuel-injected. A brand-new bike may have slightly uneven fueling until the ECU “learns” after a few hundred km. Usually this is minor, though, not strong shaking.

 

try 29 psi  in both your tires..it made a world of difference to me at low speeds.

I have a new one 2025 done 600 km no problem I am 90 kilo 

Place the bike on the center stand, and spin the wheels, they should spin free, and true. 

Next start the bike and  apply throttle, there should be no vibration 

Sounds like either,

tire pressure in incorrect

loose, or damaged front wheel bearings

front axle bolt , bent, or not the right toque 

head bolt for steering loose 

The problem is the front wheel is breaking contact with road, which is causing the issues. 

I used to race dirt bikes in the states, and the above will cause the issue you are having.

 

On 9/3/2025 at 5:29 PM, jacksonyoung said:

Just bought a new click 160 (2025) straight from the dealer, and am finding it to be really shaky/jerky especially at low speeds. Like the bike noticably shakes back and forth even on smooth highway roads.
 

Is this normal for new bikes? (ive read about a ‘break in’ period, and am hoping it gets smoother over time). For context Ive drive  about 150km so far.

 

Also, i took it to the dealer and they said nothing is wrong with it, so I have no idea what the issue is.

 

anybody else with a new click face this issue?

 

 

 

 

No it is not normal! I bought the Click for my wife a year or so ago and the bike is as smooth as silk, no judder no vibration. I would take it back and get them to check the belt drive, other than that it sounds like wheel / tyre suspension rather than anything with the motor.

The OP states that the problem is at low speed.  I wonder if it is related to the centrifugal clutch.

I have a Click 160.  The centrifugal clutch slips (as it should) up to 15kph then is fully engaged.  The CVT drive then takes over.  Also, it has a drivebelt, as do all CVT transmissions (see photo of mine at the workshop), not a chain.  In the photo, the centrifugal clutch is on the right-hand end of the drivebelt, with the CVT pulley on the left.

Mine developed a strong judder when pulling away earlier this year.  I took it back to the friendly Honda dealer where it was purchased and they took the CVT pulleys off and lubricated the pulley shaft.  As you may know, the CVT pulley is made of two halves that are tapered - once half slides on the driveshaft and moves away from the other as the speed builds, allowing the drivebelt to move down the taper which creates a smaller effective diameter.  If this pulley movement is not smooth it appears to affect the centrifugal clutch operation, up to 15kph as previously stated.  Anyway, when they'd finished my clutch engagement was buttery smooth.

Of course, if the OP's problem is at speeds above 15kph, it's not a clutch/drivebelt issue and the previous advice about tyres and tyre pressures would be the first things I'd check.

I'm keen to know if the problem is up to 15kph, or over.

p.s. I've driven other Honda 160cc scooters here that haven't been maintained well and the clutch judder and CVT operation can get shockingly bad, where the CVT doesn't provide a lower gear ratio so the engine is always revving fast and the speed is compromised.  Knowing that it was a relatively easy fix having seen my one fettled I offered to have it fixed but the owner didn't think they had a problem.  I tried.
 

On 9/5/2025 at 4:31 PM, thesetat said:

If the shop he bought the bike at is saying nothing is wrong. take it to another shop. the warranty is good at any shop. 

His weight has nothing to do with the problem. I load my bike up with 400kgs and never have this problem. Same bike model and manufacture date. 

400kg?

Really?

You ride pillion with a fully grown buffalo?

Suggest you buy a pickup truck, not a small scooter.

Haven't you still found a solution?

What did Honda say?

Did you take it to another Honda outlet?

 

hoping it gets smoother over time... A huge risk you are taking with this.

If a 3rd party opens up the bike, what would be the status of the warranty?

 

29 minutes ago, emptypockets said:

400kg?

Really?

You ride pillion with a fully grown buffalo?

Suggest you buy a pickup truck, not a small scooter.

Most likely a typo

On 9/10/2025 at 6:30 PM, ravip said:

Haven't you still found a solution?

What did Honda say?

Did you take it to another Honda outlet?

 

hoping it gets smoother over time... A huge risk you are taking with this.

If a 3rd party opens up the bike, what would be the status of the warranty?

 

Yes, they are all useless, don’t want to check properly because I never bought from them. The one I bought it from keeps saying everything is fine.

 

Will go to a 3rd party mechanic after my 500km oil change and see what they say.

On 9/10/2025 at 11:31 AM, IsaanT said:

The OP states that the problem is at low speed.  I wonder if it is related to the centrifugal clutch.

I have a Click 160.  The centrifugal clutch slips (as it should) up to 15kph then is fully engaged.  The CVT drive then takes over.  Also, it has a drivebelt, as do all CVT transmissions (see photo of mine at the workshop), not a chain.  In the photo, the centrifugal clutch is on the right-hand end of the drivebelt, with the CVT pulley on the left.

Mine developed a strong judder when pulling away earlier this year.  I took it back to the friendly Honda dealer where it was purchased and they took the CVT pulleys off and lubricated the pulley shaft.  As you may know, the CVT pulley is made of two halves that are tapered - once half slides on the driveshaft and moves away from the other as the speed builds, allowing the drivebelt to move down the taper which creates a smaller effective diameter.  If this pulley movement is not smooth it appears to affect the centrifugal clutch operation, up to 15kph as previously stated.  Anyway, when they'd finished my clutch engagement was buttery smooth.

Of course, if the OP's problem is at speeds above 15kph, it's not a clutch/drivebelt issue and the previous advice about tyres and tyre pressures would be the first things I'd check.

I'm keen to know if the problem is up to 15kph, or over.

p.s. I've driven other Honda 160cc scooters here that haven't been maintained well and the clutch judder and CVT operation can get shockingly bad, where the CVT doesn't provide a lower gear ratio so the engine is always revving fast and the speed is compromised.  Knowing that it was a relatively easy fix having seen my one fettled I offered to have it fixed but the owner didn't think they had a problem.  I tried.
 

Yeah, it happens over 15kph as well. Tire pressure 29 and 33. Still shuddering hard whenever i ride it. 

Every time I've taken a bike to a Honda shop

they exude incompetence.

Better odds at any random shop.

My Click was making a rattle at low speed the other day, even caused the top box to rattle even worse, anyway got them to check the belt, they showed me the other belt components were worn, changed them, now smooth as silk again. Also with a new ait filter and spark plug, bike gets in the 90kphs with no effort

10 hours ago, jacksonyoung said:

 

Will go to a 3rd party mechanic after my 500km oil change and see what they say.

papa lives in Patty but spent much time CM.

I've had probs finding a decent shop there.

Maybe a local Thai person could advise you.

 

When you find a good indy mech,

treat him well..

14 hours ago, jacksonyoung said:

Yes, they are all useless, don’t want to check properly because I never bought from them. The one I bought it from keeps saying everything is fine.

 

Will go to a 3rd party mechanic after my 500km oil change and see what they say.

OMG what an issue - cant imagine with Honda.

I only hope it is not detrimental to the machine riding in this condition.

This is what an AI search responded with.

 

Honda click 160 (2025) finding it to be really shaky/jerky especially at low speeds.
Your Honda Click 160 (2025) experiencing shakiness or jerkiness at low speeds is a known issue related to its fuel injection and Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) system. Unlike traditional geared motorcycles, scooters like the Click use a clutch system that can cause vibrations, especially as parts wear down. For most new or well-maintained scooters, the jerkiness is minimal and can often be reduced or eliminated. 

 

On 9/18/2025 at 9:17 PM, jacksonyoung said:

Yeah, it happens over 15kph as well. Tire pressure 29 and 33. Still shuddering hard whenever i ride it. 

Sorry to hear you still have the issue.  If I lived near I'd be happy to have a look and try to help.

Can I suggest a simple test?  Put the bike on its centre stand and open the throttle slowly to get the back wheel turning.  Slowly increase the engine speed.  Does the shuddering or vibration start to occur?  If so, shut the throttle immediately, pull the left brake lever to stop the wheel rotation, and take it back to the dealer and demonstrate this to them.  This would show that there is something wrong with the transmission.

If everything is fine with this test, it obviously suggests the problem is in the chassis somewhere, not the transmission, e.g. wheels/tires, steering bearing or suspension (front or rear).  As your original dealer isn't helping, I'd find the next nearest Honda dealer and try them.  They see these bikes every day for servicing and repairs and should be very familiar with them.  As previously advised, it is imperative that you get them to road test it before declaring an opinion.

p.s. I forget to mention in my original post that the centrifugal clutch gets a lot of friction material dust trapped inside the casing.  The mechanic that serviced my bike said that it makes the clutch action less smooth and cleaned it out but, as mentioned, the clutch is fully engaged at 15kph so this isn't your problem (and mine had 6,000km at this point, against your 500 'ish).

It will be the new tyres.  They do wander about along white lines, grooves in the road etc causing changes in the steering.

On 9/3/2025 at 5:29 PM, jacksonyoung said:

Just bought a new click 160 (2025) straight from the dealer, and am finding it to be really shaky/jerky especially at low speeds. Like the bike noticably shakes back and forth even on smooth highway roads.
 

Is this normal for new bikes? (ive read about a ‘break in’ period, and am hoping it gets smoother over time). For context Ive drive  about 150km so far.

 

Also, i took it to the dealer and they said nothing is wrong with it, so I have no idea what the issue is.

 

anybody else with a new click face this issue?

 

 

 

 

The dealer is lyeing it's not normal 

2 hours ago, Postmaster said:

It will be the new tyres.  They do wander about along white lines, grooves in the road etc causing changes in the steering.

New tyres don't cause shakey/jerky steering, more like riding on a slippery road as over inflated new tyres have minimum contact with road

On 9/3/2025 at 7:59 PM, jacksonyoung said:

I’m really not sure to be honest, the best way to describe it is a back and forth jerkiness that I can clearly feel, almost like the engine is struggling a bit.

 

super weird since its a brand new bike. 
 

I will go back and make sure they actually test drive this time.

 

The British call it 'juddering'.  Have the clutch inspected. There are little clips that can be loose which could be one cause of the problem on a new bike.  

 

https://hondapcx.org/viewtopic.php?t=8959

 

I did a quick search and found this.