Honda recently launched an all-new CB300R in India. The cafe-racer now gets a BS6-compliant engine along with minor cosmetic changes.
The old BS4 model used to be imported into the Indian Market via the CKD route before being discontinued in 2020. On the other hand, the latest 2022 model is manufactured in India.
As a result, it has a better possibility of being introduced in Nepal as well. Talking about the pricing and launch date, we will get to them in a moment.
Before that, let's take a quick look at the Honda CB300R followed by its key features and complete specifications.
Honda CB300R Overview
Honda CB300R is an all-new neo-retro cafe-racer bike that comes with an updated engine and advanced technology. Furthermore, it is designed to provide its rider with the ideal BigBike for displaying all of his distinctive abilities.
Looks
The 2022 Honda CB300R retains the same neo-retro design as the previous with a circular headlamp and slim taillights. However, tiny details such as the golden-coloured USD fork and the stealthier-looking grey side panels provide a more luxurious look.
Honda has also changed the style of the exhaust to give it a more sporty appearance. Moreover, a bulky and muscular fuel tank, split seats, black alloy wheels, and an engine block cover are further design aspects that contribute to the motorcycle's premium aesthetic appeal.
The updated CB300R is available in two colors: Pearl Spartan Red and Matte Steel Black.
Performance
The all-new CB300R is equipped with a BS6-compliant 286cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine. With the upgrade, the bike now has a maximum power output of 31.1PS at 9000rpm and a torque of 27.5Nm at 7500rpm.
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The fuel-injected motor is also mated to a six-speed transmission and has a slip-assist clutch. This makes gear changes easier and decreases shocks providing a better riding experience.
Dimensions
Talking of exterior dimensions, CB300R is 2,017mm in length, 802mm in width, and 1,047mm in height. Moreover, it has 157mm ground clearance and a seat height of 801m.
The bike now weighs 146 kg and has a 9.7-litre fuel tank capacity. As for mileage, the company claims it delivers 30 kilometres per litre.
Hardware
The BS6 CB300R's chassis has been kept unchanged. The diamond-type frame is the same, so are an Upside-down fork up front and a mono-shock with a seven-step preload adjustment at the rear section.
A 296mm front disc with a 4-piston calliper and a 220mm rear disc with a 2-piston calliper handles braking duties. Similarly, the dual-channel ABS system, in collaboration with the Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), identifies lean angles and provides optimal braking.
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In addition, the bike rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with 110-section front and 150-section rear tubeless tyres.
Features
The 2022 Honda CB300R gets a new instrument cluster with a full LCD display that comes with gear position indicators, clock, speedometer, odometer, fuel level readout, gear change warning, and more. Other key highlights are listed below:
Honda CB300R Features
- BS6-compliant 286cc Engine
- PGM Fuel Injection Technology
- Liquid Cooling System
- Engine Start/Stop Switch
- Assist and Slipper Clutch
- Upside Down Front Suspension
- Monoshock with 7-Step Preload Adjustable
- Hubeless Floating Disc Brakes
- Dual-channel ABS
- 17-inch Alloy Wheels
- Radial Tubeless Tyres
- Neo Cafe Sports Styling
- Newly Designed Muffler
- Round-shaped LED Headlamp
- LED Indicators and Tail Lamp
Honda CB300R Specifications
Engine and Transmission
| ENGINE | 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, 1-cylinder, SI |
| DISPLACEMENT | 286.01 cc |
| EMISSION TYPE | BS6-compliant |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Liquid-cooled |
| FUEL SUPPLY | Fuel Injection |
| PEAK POWER | 31.1 PS @ 9000 rpm |
| MAX TORQUE | 27.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm |
| NO. OF GEARS | 6 Gears |
| TOP SPEED | 160 Kmph |
| MILEAGE | 30 Kmpl |
| CLUTCH TYPE | Multi-plate wet |
| STARTING METHOD | Self-start |
Build and Dimension
| WEIGHT | 146 kg |
| LENGTH | 2017 mm |
| WIDTH | 802 mm |
| HEIGHT | 1047 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 1352 mm |
| GROUND CLEARANCE | 157 mm |
| SEAT HEIGHT | 801 mm |
| FUEL TANK CAPACITY | 9.7 Ltr |
Chassis and Suspension
| CHASSIS | Diamond type |
| FRONT SUSPENSION | Upside down forks |
| REAR SUSPENSION | 7-step adjustable monoshock |
Brakes and Tyres
| BRAKING SYSTEM | Dual-channel ABS |
| FRONT BRAKE | Disc 296mm |
| REAR BRAKE | Disc 230mm |
| TYRE TYPE | Tubeless |
| FRONT TYRE | 110/70-R17 |
| REAR TYRE | 150/60-R17 |
Other Information
| BATTERY | 12V, 6.0 Ah |
| COLORS | Matte Steel Black, Pearl Spartan Red |
Honda CB300R Price in Nepal
The 2022 CB300R is priced at INR 2.77 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi) in the Indian market.
Taking that into consideration, the Honda CB300R price in Nepal is expected to exceed Rs. 11 lakhs. However, this is only a guess, and we'll have to wait for an official announcement.
| Model | Price |
| Honda CB300R | More than Rs. 11 Lakhs (Expected) |
Moreover, everyone is aware of Honda Nepal’s aggressive pricing policy for Highness 350, CB350 RS and Hornet 2.0. So, there won’t be any surprise if an actual price is more than estimated.
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Regarding the launch date, there is no official information from Honda Nepal. Meanwhile, it is expected to debut in October 2022.
Talking about competition, it will rival BMW G310R, Husqvarna 250 and KTM Duke 390.
Please stay tuned with us for more updates related to the pricing and launch date of Honda CB300R in Nepal.