Kawasaki J 300
- Production years
- 2014–2020
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI J300 (2016-2017)
Selected year: 2020
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 299 cm³
- Power
- 27 hp (20 kW) at 8,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 191 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki J 300 is a scooter from the J family, produced from 2014 through 2020. For 2020, its 299.0 cm³ single four-stroke engine makes 27 hp (20 kW) and 28.4 Nm of torque at 6500 rpm; wet weight is 191.0 kg.
The 775 mm seat height is a useful reference for judging ground reach, and the 191.0 kg wet weight can be felt when moving the scooter around at low speed. Its automatic CVT removes manual gear changes, while the belt final drive avoids chain cleaning and adjustment; five-way rear preload adjustment lets the suspension be set for different loads, and ABS is optional.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 72.7 x 72.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 299 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- ECU Control (Full transistor)
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 27 hp (20 kW) at 8,000 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.1424 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 28.4 Nm at 6,500 rpm
- Clutch
- CVT with centrifugal clutch
- Final drive
- Belt
- Transmission type
- Automatic
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 13 L
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Overall height
- 1,260 mm
- Overall length
- 2,235 mm
- Overall width
- 715 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Wet weight
- 191 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,555 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Tubular diamond, steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rake
- 28.0°
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks with 5-way adjustable preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Trail
- 113 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Optional
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/80-14M/C58S
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-13M/C64S
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Metallic Flat Anthracite Black/Candy Flat Blazed Green
Model years
2017
Power: 27 hp (20 kW) → 28 hp (21 kW)
2019
Power: 28 hp (21 kW) → 27 hp (20 kW); Torque: 28.7 Nm → 28.6 Nm
2020
Torque: 28.6 Nm → 28.4 Nm
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 299 cm³ | 299 cm³ | 299 cm³ | 299 cm³ | 299 cm³ | 299 cm³ |
| Power | 27 hp (20 kW) | 27 hp (20 kW) | 28 hp (21 kW) | 28 hp (21 kW) | 27 hp (20 kW) | 27 hp (20 kW) |
| Torque | 28.7 Nm | 28.7 Nm | 28.7 Nm | 28.7 Nm | 28.6 Nm | 28.4 Nm |
| Wet weight | 191 kg | 191 kg | 191 kg | 191 kg | 191 kg | 191 kg |
| 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 |
Pros and cons
Advantages
No manual shifting
The CVT and centrifugal clutch handle power delivery without requiring the rider to operate a clutch or shift gears.
Belt final drive
The belt avoids the routine cleaning and adjustment needed with a chain.
Adjustable rear preload
Five preload settings let the rear suspension be tuned to suit the load.
Things to consider
ABS is optional
A J 300 without the optional ABS does not have that braking aid.
Substantial to maneuver by hand
At 191.0 kg wet, moving it in a parking space or at walking pace takes effort.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
775 mm
Approx. loaded height
745 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 13 L at 3.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
371 km
With 10% reserve
334 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What engine and power does the 2020 Kawasaki J 300 have?
It has a 299.0 cm³ single four-stroke engine producing 27 hp (20 kW) and 28.4 Nm at 6500 rpm.
Does the Kawasaki J 300 have a manual transmission?
No, it uses an automatic CVT with a centrifugal clutch and belt final drive.
How high is the Kawasaki J 300 seat, and how much does it weigh?
The seat is 775 mm high, and wet weight is 191.0 kg.
Does the 2020 Kawasaki J 300 have ABS?
ABS is optional.
