Scooters
2018Kawasaki J300
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The 2018 Kawasaki J300 is a mid-size scooter sharing its engine with Kymco's Downtown 300i. Its liquid-cooled 299cc single makes 28 hp at 7,750 rpm and 28.7 Nm through an automatic belt transmission. ABS is optional, with a 775 mm seat and a 13-litre tank for practical commuting.
- 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
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a practical maxi-scooter for commuting and urban mobility with enough capability for occasional longer weekend rides.
- Built for
- A comfortable, easygoing all-rounder that prioritizes practicality, smooth power delivery, and everyday usability over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for riders seeking high-speed performance, aggressive cornering ability, or any off-road capability.
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) @ 6500 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
- 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
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 28.0°
- Trail
- 113 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/80-14
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-13
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Matte Gunmetal Grey, Metallic Anthracite 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 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 299 cc | 299 cc | 299 cc | 299 cc | 299 cc | 299 cc |
| Seat height | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 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?
The 2018 Kawasaki J300 has a Capacity of 299.0 ccm (18.25 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki J300 have?
The 2018 Kawasaki J300 has a Power of 28.0 HP (20.4 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki J300?
The 2018 Kawasaki J300 has a Torque of 28.7 Nm (2.9 kgf-m or 21.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki J300 weigh?
The 2018 Kawasaki J300 has a Wet weight of 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds).
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