2024 HONDA CB300R vs CF MOTO 300 CL-X
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 HONDA CB300R 80 cm Tallest seat here
- CF MOTO 300 CL-X 79.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 27.5 hp (2024 HONDA CB300R) up to 27.8 hp (CF MOTO 300 CL-X).
- Torque spans 24 Nm (2024 HONDA CB300R) up to 25 Nm (CF MOTO 300 CL-X).
- Weight spans 146 kg (2024 HONDA CB300R) to 155 kg (CF MOTO 300 CL-X).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | HONDA CB300R | CF MOTO 300 CL-X |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | CF MOTO |
| Model | HONDA CB300R | CF MOTO 300 CL-X |
| Engine size | 300cc | 300cc |
| Power | 27.5hp | 27.8hp |
| Torque | 24nm. | 25nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 146kg | 155kg |
| Front brake | Single 296mm disc; ABS | Φ292mm single disc, opposed at-four pistons |
| Rear brake | Single 220mm disc; ABS | Φ220mm single disc, single piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 80cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70-17 | 110/70 R17 M/C |
| Rear tyre | 150/60-17 | 150/60 R17 M/C |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41mm inverted fork; 5.1-inch travel | Φ37 Inverted shock absorption |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link® single shock; 5.2-inch travel | Spring hydraulic central single shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 180km/h | 165km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 9.7 L – 4 L/100km | 14.5 L – 3.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5149 | $4459 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -Slipper clutch |
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2024 HONDA CB300R vs 2023 CF MOTO 300 CL-X: listed specifications
The 2024 HONDA CB300R and 2023 CF MOTO 300 CL-X are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the CB300R has the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
CB300R and 300 CL-X have very similar engine displacement (300 cc vs 300 cc).
Peak power
CB300R and 300 CL-X have very similar peak power (27.5 hp vs 27.8 hp).
Torque
CB300R and 300 CL-X have very similar listed torque (24 Nm vs 25 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB300R has a modest listed top-speed advantage (180 km/h vs 165 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CB300R has a modest listed weight advantage (146 kg vs 155 kg). CB300R and 300 CL-X have very similar seat heights (80 cm vs 79.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in listed top speed and weight, while displacement, peak power, torque and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB300R vs CF MOTO 300 CL-X?
HONDA CB300R is listed at 180 km/h (112 mph) vs 165 km/h (103 mph) for CF MOTO 300 CL-X.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB300R or CF MOTO 300 CL-X?
CF MOTO 300 CL-X has 28 hp compared with 28 hp on the HONDA CB300R.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB300R or CF MOTO 300 CL-X?
HONDA CB300R is lighter at 146 kg vs 155 kg for CF MOTO 300 CL-X.
Which is better, HONDA CB300R or CF MOTO 300 CL-X?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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