Scooters
2017Kawasaki J300 Special Edition
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The 2017 Kawasaki J300 Special Edition is an automatic maxi-scooter designed for practical, everyday urban commuting. It delivers smooth CVT performance with excellent maneuverability, making it ideal for riders seeking comfort and reliability over extended city rides. Known for its low seat height and lightweight construction, this scooter excels in congested traffic environments.
- Capacity
- 299.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 191.0 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Power
- 28.0 HP (20.4 kW) @ 7750 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki J300 Special Edition
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 27.2 HP (19.9 kW) @ 7750 RPM | 28.0 HP (20.4 kW) @ 7750 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily as a comfortable, practical commuter scooter for city and suburban riding with occasional longer trips.
- Built for
- A relaxed, easygoing maxi-scooter that prioritizes convenience, weather protection, and effortless riding over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp sport performance, off-road capability, or high-speed touring comfort.
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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- Capacity
- 299.0 ccm
- Power
- 28.0 HP (20.4 kW) @ 7750 RPM
- Torque
- 28.7 Nm (2.9 kgf-m) @ 6250 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1466 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.7 x 72.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- ECU Control (Full transistor)
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- CVT with centrifugal clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1555 mm
- Overall length
- 2235 mm
- Overall width
- 775 mm
- Overall height
- 1260 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Wet weight
- 191.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular diamond, steel
- Front suspension
- 37 mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks with 5-way adjustable preload
- Rake (fork angle)
- 28.0°
- Trail
- 113 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS, 2-piston
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS, 2-piston
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/80-M14
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-M13
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Flat Anthracite Black/Dark Silver
- Comments
- Windscreen. ABS adds 2 kg.
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 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 299 cc | 299 cc | 299 cc | 299 cc |
| Seat height | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 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 Kawasaki J300 Special Edition?
The 2017 Kawasaki J300 Special Edition has a Capacity of 299.0 ccm (18.25 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki J300 Special Edition have?
The 2017 Kawasaki J300 Special Edition has a Power of 28.0 HP (20.4 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki J300 Special Edition?
The 2017 Kawasaki J300 Special Edition has a Torque of 28.7 Nm (2.9 kgf-m or 21.2 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki J300 Special Edition weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki J300 Special Edition has a Wet weight of 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds).
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