Sportbikes
2017Honda CBR300R
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The 2017 Honda CBR300R is an accessible middleweight sportbike designed for novice and intermediate riders seeking affordable performance and agility. Its lightweight steel frame, responsive single-disc brakes, and manageable seat height make it ideal for building foundational riding skills. Known for reliable everyday usability combined with sporty styling, it balances practicality with engaging handling characteristics.
- Capacity
- 286.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 161.9 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 34.9 HP (25.5 kW) @ 10500 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Honda CBR300R
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 30.4 HP (22.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM | 34.9 HP (25.5 kW) @ 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 27.0 Nm (2.8 kgf-m or 19.9 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM | 22.9 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.9 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM |
| Wet weight | 164.0 kg (361.6 pounds) | 161.9 kg (356.9 pounds) |
| Front suspension | 37mm conventional fork | 37mm fork |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. | Single disc. ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. | Single disc. ABS |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for learning the fundamentals of sport riding, commuting, and gaining confidence before moving to a larger machine.
- Built for
- It has a friendly, approachable personality that rewards smooth inputs over outright aggression, with just enough sportbike styling and feel to be fun.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for experienced riders seeking high-speed thrills, long-distance touring comfort, or serious two-up travel.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 286.0 ccm
- Power
- 34.9 HP (25.5 kW) @ 10500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 70 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- HHNXC0.29BUA-015
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 2.98 L/100km (78.9 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.1 CO g/km
- Torque
- 22.9 Nm (2.3 kgf-m) @ 7250 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.30 litres/100 km (30.3 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2156 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 63.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate with coil springs
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1379 mm
- Overall length
- 2035 mm
- Overall width
- 720 mm
- Overall height
- 1120 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Wet weight
- 161.9 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.90 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.80 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel tube
- Front suspension
- 37mm fork
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link single shock with five positions of spring preload adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 118 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 103 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.3°
- Trail
- 98 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-17
Other
- Color options
- Red/Black/White
- Comments
- Model ID: CBR300R
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2014 | 2017 | 2019 | 2022 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 286 cc | 286 cc | 286 cc | 286 cc | 286 cc |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 12.9 L | 12.9 L | 12.9 L | 12.9 L |
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 CBR300R?
The 2017 Honda CBR300R has a Capacity of 286.0 ccm (17.45 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CBR300R have?
The 2017 Honda CBR300R has a Power of 34.9 HP (25.5 kW) @ 10500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda CBR300R have?
The 2017 Honda CBR300R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CBR300R?
The 2017 Honda CBR300R has a Torque of 22.9 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.9 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM.
How much does the Honda CBR300R weigh?
The 2017 Honda CBR300R has a Wet weight of 161.9 kg (356.9 pounds).
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