- Is likely to replace the CBR250RR available in the international markets
- Could be powered by a revised version of CBR250RR’s engine
- Likely to be unveiled at this year’s EICMA show
Honda is likely to be working on a fully-faired sportsbike, the CBR300RR, which might replace the smaller-displacement CBR250RR available in the international markets.
The engine of the CBR300RR is speculated to be a bigger version of the ongoing CBR250RR’s 249.7cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled motor. While this mill currently produces 38bhp of power and 27.1Nm of peak torque, the power figures will go up with the larger displacement. The motorcycle is also suspected to retain the 250RR’s hardware package which comprises of Showa upside down forks and monoshock along with Nissin brakes.
The CBR300RR is expected to be bestowed with impressive electronics package similar to the quarter-litre offering. This includes ride-by-wire throttle, slipper clutch, quick shifter and three riding modes. While not much has been known about the styling yet, the motorcycle will perhaps follow the same sharp and aggressive design theme of the 250RR but with a few tweaks to make it look distinctive. The full-LED lighting and fully-digital instrument cluster will surely be a part of the package.
Honda had launched the CBR250RR in 2017 which was limited to select markets such as Indonesia, Japan, Hong Kong and Thailand. Now, the 300RR could make its way in a few more markets and it will compete against the Yamaha YZF R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300. The motorcycle is likely to be unveiled at this year’s EICMA show. Considering the premium price tag it is expected be carry, the motorcycle is unlikely to be launched in India.
Source – Motosaigon
