Honda CB300F VS BMW G 310 R – Specs Comparison

The new Honda CB300F is currently one of the most premium and VFM offerings in the segment

Naked motorcycles are now getting extremely famous in the country and a number of bike manufacturers are now updating their line-up in the market. honda also launched the new CB300F to take on the rivals like the Suzuki Gixxer, BMW G 310 R, and the KTM 250 Duke. Here is a detailed Honda CB300F VS BMW G 310 R comparison that will help you make a better choice.

Honda CB300F VS BMW G 310 R

Engine, Gearbox, and Performance

Powering the new Honda CB300F is air and oil-cooled 293.2 cc single-cylinder petrol engine that churns out maximum power and torque output of 24.4 hp and 25.6 Nm respectively. This engine comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and boasts strong low-end and impressive refinement levels. The clutch lever is easy to operate and the in-city driveability is great as well.

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The BMW G 310 R on the other hand gets a more powerful and larger liquid-cooled 313 cc single-cylinder petrol engine. This engine delivers a maximum power output of 34 hp and a peak torque output of 28 Nm. A six-speed manual gearbox comes mated to this engine and 2is slick to shift. The power delivery is spread well across the rev-band and the riding experience is better than many of the rivals. A quick comparison is given below in the table:

Hardware

The new Honda CB300F features USD forks at the front and mono-shock suspension at the rear. The braking duties are handled by 276 mm disc brakes at the front and 220 mm disc brakes at the rear. Needless to say, the bike gets dual-channel ABS as standard and offers impressive braking performance. The bike rides on 110/70-R17 wheels at the front and 150/60-R17 wheels at the rear.

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The BMW G 310 R on the other hand also gets a similar suspension setup, i.e. USD forks at the front and a mono-shock setup at the rear. Likewise, it is offered with a dual disc brake setup that features 300 mm disc brakes at the front and 240 mm disc brakes at the rear. The bike gets 110/70-R17 wheels at the front and 150/60-R17 at the rear.

Design And Dimensions

The Honda CB300F gets an attractive naked body style that is complex, complemented by sharp and aggressive body panels and attractive body panel graphics. The bike gets a 789 mm seat height, 1390mm wheelbase and a claimed ground clearance of 177 mm. The fuel capacity on the other hand is measured to be 14.1 litres.

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The BMW G 310 R on too offers a similar styling but will attract you with its premium and more attractive styling. The G 310 R is slightly heavier when compared to the CB300F and has a seat height of 785 mm in height and a 1380 mm wheelbase. The fuel tank capacity is 11 litres while the ground clearance is measured at 165 mm. A quick comparison is given below in the table:

Honda CB300F VS BMW G 310 R – Price Comparison

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Final Verdict

The Honda CB300F is one of the most affordable and VFM offerings in the segment and boasts a strong package for buyers looking for a refined and powerful naked motorcycle. The BMW G 310 R on other hand is offered with better features and a more premium package. The performance offered by the BMW G 310 R too is better but it is the Honda CB300F that is more affordable and cheaper to maintain in the longer run.

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