I think the Honda’s
right in the mix with
the CB300R and offers
another good option,
especially for those
new to motorcycling
and looking for a
light and sporty urban
mount that’s both easy
and fun to ride
On the road this little thumper winds up very
nicely and is surprisingly quick to achieve open
road speeds. The six-speed transmission is
typically Honda-slick and the engine torquey for
its modest displacement. Owners buying the
bike primarily for the urban commute should
also plan for weekend highway rides as it will
hold 100km/h+ without issue, with reserve for
overtaking.
I did some of my riding of the 300R on country
roads and must admit to having a blast! The
sport tyres grip well and the bike felt planted
and very flickable in the tight and twisties I
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rode. Although a compact cockpit I could still
shift across on the seat and get a good position
for the next corner. The suspension, whilst not
offering major adjustment, is perfectly suited to
the capabilities of the bike and works very well.
Having recently ridden a similar offering from
the KTM stable, I think the Honda’s right in the
mix with the CB300R and offers another good
option, especially for those new to motorcycling
and looking for a light and sporty urban mount
that’s both easy and fun to ride. NOEL PRIESTLY