BS6 vs BS4 CB300R differences: We list all the changes that Honda have made on the new model along with the premium they are charging for it…
Honda have launched their much awaited BSVI compliant CB300R neo-Cafe racer in India which has been very popular in the biking community since its launch in 2019. We have talked about its launch in this story.
BS6 vs BS4 CB300R Differences
Let us quickly list the differences between the older BS4 model against the 2022 version..
- Engine – The major difference in the new model is the addition of BSVI compliance which came into effect in the year 2020 (in India). According to an earlier press note, this engine is probably being made in India and we are the first people to get the BS6/Euro 5 compliant model in the world.
- Power/Torque: Unlike other models, compliance with these tighter emission norms has bumped up the power and torque figures marginally. The 2022 CB300R produces 0.7 PS of higher power and 0.1 Nm of better torque. They, however, come 1000 rpm later in the rev range.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: For some reason, Honda have to reduce the capacity of the fuel tank by a tiny bit.
| Sr. No. | Characteristic | BSVI Model | BSIV Model | Difference |
| 1 | Power | 31.1 PS @ 9000 RPM | 30.4 PS @ 8000 RPM | +0.7 PS @ 1000 RPM higher |
| 2 | Torque | 27.5 Nm @ 7500 RPM | 27.4 Nm @ 6500 RPM | +0.1 Nm @ 1000 RPM higher |
| 3 | Fuel Capacity | 9.7 L | 10 L | -0.3 L |
- Dimension – Overall, the BSVI version has become compact with shorter length, width & height. However, it comes with a slightly increased wheelbase.
- Weight: Remarkably, with the added kit, the 2022 CB300R is 1 kilo lighter than the older model.
- Ground Clearance: In this new update, the new model has also got slightly higher from the ground as well, without any significant increment in seat height.
| Sr. No. | Characteristic | BSVI Model | BSIV Model | Difference |
| 4 | Length | 2017 mm | 2028 mm | -11 mm |
| 5 | Width | 802 mm | 888 mm | -86 mm |
| 6 | Height | 1047 mm | 1053 mm | -6 mm |
| 7 | Wheelbase | 1352 mm | 1344 mm | +8 mm |
| 8 | Ground Clearance | 157 mm | 151 mm | +6 mm |
| 9 | Seat Height | 801 mm | 800 mm | +1 mm |
| 10 | Kerb Weight | 146 kg | 147 kg | -1 kg |
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- Suspension: – The new model comes with golden colored upside down front forks. At the rear, the motorcycle comes with a 7-step adjustable monoshock.
- Features: The new CB300R now comes with Slipper and Assist clutch apart from useful info like gear position indicator and side stand indicator which gets the engine cut-off feature.
- Price Hike: Though localisation has improved, Honda is charging a hefty premium of almost Rs 35,000-36,000 for the updated model.
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At that price tag, this 300 is surprisingly more expensive than the BMW Motorrad’s G310R (ex-showroom, Delhi) and is precariously close to the much more powerful 390 Duke.
So, here we have listed all the changes that the new CB300R comes with. What do you think – for all of the added gadgetry – is the price hike justified…?
