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2012Honda SH300I

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The 2012 Honda SH300i is a stylish automatic maxi-scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking practical, fuel-efficient transportation with modern conveniences. Its 300cc engine delivers adequate power with excellent fuel economy, while the comfortable seating, generous storage space, and ABS braking system make it ideal for daily city riding and short commutes.

Capacity
279.1 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
161.8 kg
Seat height
785 mm
Power
26.8 HP (19.7 kW) @ 8250 RPM

What’s new for the 2012 Honda SH300I

vs the 2011
Spec20112012
Front suspension 35mm telescopic fork, 102mm axle travel 35mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension Dual-damper unit swingarm, 95mm axle travel Dual-damper unit swingarm
Front brakes Single disc Single disc. Triple-piston calliper, drilled rotor (ABS) and sintered metal pads
Rear brakes Single disc Single disc. Single-piston calliper, drilled rotor (ABS) and sintered metal pads
Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 27Agility 69Comfort 60Off-road 8Touring 30Road manners 70
Off-road & trail8%
Cornering45%
City riding95%
Daily riding92%
Touring28%
Two-up55%
Track5%
Best for
Built for urban commuting and errands. Large 16-inch wheels handle rough city streets, and it can hold its own on faster roads and short highway hops.
Built for
A practical, refined premium scooter. Smooth liquid-cooled single, automatic CVT, ABS and LED lights make it a fuss-free, dependable daily companion.
Not ideal for
Not for track days, off-road, long two-up touring or riders wanting big-bike power, luggage capacity or high-speed cruising.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Honda SH300I, with a moderate knee angle of around 105 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
279.1 ccm
Power
26.8 HP (19.7 kW) @ 8250 RPM
Torque
26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1656 HP/kg
Bore x stroke
72.0 x 68.5 mm
Compression
10.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Digital transistorised with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1420 mm
Overall length
2100 mm
Overall width
730 mm
Overall height
1220 mm
Seat height
785 mm
Dry weight
161.8 kg
Wet weight
169.0 kg
Fuel capacity
9.00 litres
Ground clearance
133 mm
Oil capacity
1.70 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Steel
Front suspension
35mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Dual-damper unit swingarm
Front wheel travel
102 mm
Rear wheel travel
95 mm
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
98 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Triple-piston calliper, drilled rotor (ABS) and sintered metal pads
Front brakes diameter
256 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Single-piston calliper, drilled rotor (ABS) and sintered metal pads
Rear brakes diameter
256 mm
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
110/70-(16
Rear tyre
130/70-(16
Other
Color options
Light blue, blue, white, black

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20092012201420172019
Capacity 279.10 ccm (17.03 cubic inches) 279.10 ccm (17.03 cubic inches) 279.10 ccm (17.03 cubic inches) 279.10 ccm (17.03 cubic inches) 279.1 ccm (17.03 cubic inches)
Dry weight 161.8 kg (356.7 pounds) 161.8 kg (356.7 pounds) 165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Seat height 785 mm (30.9 inches) 785 mm (30.9 inches) 785 mm (30.9 inches) 805 mm (31.7 inches) 805 mm (31.7 inches)
Fuel capacity 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons) 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons) 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons) 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons) 9.00 litres (2.38 US gallons)
Color options Wine red, gray, silver, beige, black Light blue, blue, white, black Purple, silver, white, black Red, black, white Matt Cynos Grey Metallic, Matt Ruthenium Silver Metallic, Pearl Splendor Red, Air Force Grey

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda SH300I?

The 2012 Honda SH300I has a Capacity of 279.1 ccm (17.03 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda SH300I have?

The 2012 Honda SH300I has a Power of 26.8 HP (19.7 kW) @ 8250 RPM.

What is the torque of the Honda SH300I?

The 2012 Honda SH300I has a Torque of 26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.2 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.

How much does the Honda SH300I weigh?

The 2012 Honda SH300I has a Dry weight of 161.8 kg (356.7 pounds).

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