2012Honda SH300I

★ 4.8

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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 279cc 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: Not on record
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Dry weight: 161.8 kg
Seat height: 785 mm
Power: 26.8 HP (19.7 kW) @ 8250 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Honda SH300I

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
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

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

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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Units

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 (dry)
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