KAWASAKI J300

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2015 KAWASAKI J300
VERY VERY CLEAN SCOOTER MUST BE SEEN
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Ride quality & brakes
Next up: Engine
4 out of 5
(4/5)
As you’d expect from a scooter the ride is plush without being too soft and at 191kg it’s not too heavy to throw around mini roundabouts and between cars. Out on the open road it’s surprisingly fun and easy to ride. The saddle is very plush and after a full day of riding was still comfy.

Engine
Next up: Reliability
4 out of 5
(4/5)
Despite ‘only’ making 27bhp the 299cc single-cylinder engine in the J300 has plenty of go. It’s easy to overtake uphill at 70mph and it’ll happily sit at 80mph without any trouble. There’s enough punch from the engine to make light work of dicing between cars and getting away from the lights in town.

Reliability & build quality
Next up: Value
4 out of 5
(4/5)
The J300 is based heavily on the Kymco Downtown 300, a Taiwanese scooter, but the fact Kawasaki are willing to partner with Kymco and put their name on it suggests they’re confident with the quality. The scooter feels well made.

Our Kawasaki J300 owners’ reviews show a few reliability issues and some corrosion has occured, but overall people are happy with their bikes. One reader said the brakes could be better on his bike.

General information
Motorcycle name Kawasaki J300
Year of manufacture 2015
Type Scooter
Rating 2.8 View the detailed rating of value for money, design and look, reliability, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 299.0 ccm (18.24 cubic inches)
Type of engine Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine details Reed valve.
Output 27.2 HP (19.9 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 28.7 Nm (2.9 kgf-m or 21.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 10.8:1
Bore x stroke 72.7 x 72.0 mm (2.9 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system Injection
Fuel control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition ECU Control (Full transistor)
Lubrication system Forced lubrication, wet sump
Cooling system Liquid
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Tubular diamond, steel
Front suspension 37 mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension Twin shocks with 5-way adjustable preload
Front tire 120/80-M14
Rear tire 150/70-M13
Front brakes Single disc. Optional ABS
Diameter 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Optional ABS
Diameter 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds)
Seat height 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length 2235 mm (88.0 inches)
Ground clearance 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1555 mm (61.2 inches)
Fuel capacity 13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons)
Other specifications
Value vs rivals
Next up: Equipment
3 out of 5
(3/5)