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Did we know about the new CB300R?
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dbarkdoll Offline
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
(04-04-2018 05:45 PM)The ferret Wrote:  There was a time (70s and 80s) when faced with competition like the new 400 Ninja, that the following year you could expect an even better model from Honda. Im not sure Honda is playing that game anymore. Next years release we will know. If it's another 300 with a new paint job, instead of a Ninja 400 beater, to me that would tell me Honda has given up.

Wouldnt be the only thing they've given up on. (Mid-sized naked to compete with MT-09/790 Duke/Street Triple/Z900/etc.)
(This post was last modified: 04-06-2018 03:58 PM by dbarkdoll.)
04-06-2018 03:54 PM
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
For the most part, I like the looks of the CB300R. It's funny to think about all the bikes on the market spawned by the Ducati Monster 20 years ago.

As Ferret said, "unfortunately for Honda, this is the competition". If I had room in the garage, I'd be clearing a spot for that Kawasaki! And with another look at the past, this 'little' 400 Twin (and a good rider) would have been a real contender for Gran Prix championships back in the 50's, early 60's.

Bu alas, I'll have to do my 'racing' from the bench..Dodgy

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04-06-2018 05:06 PM
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
My first bike was a Kawasaki 400 twin (76 KZ400). It sure didn't make 44 hp and as I recall, the mid 70s suspension was marginal. I'd love to take a ride on this new version and see what passes for a "starter bike" today. Big Grin

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04-10-2018 12:45 AM
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nhawk7504 Offline
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
I like the little Honda. Those things sound killer with a pipe. Nice design. There is something about a small single that is really awesome. Empty Sea, is that all you forget? :-) What did I have for breakfast again?
(This post was last modified: 04-10-2018 08:30 AM by nhawk7504.)
04-10-2018 08:29 AM
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LongRanger Offline
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
I missed the CB300R intro too. Reminds me of a G310R from a styling perspective.

That review of the Ninja 400 is extremely favorable. I think I need to get in line.

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04-10-2018 11:19 AM
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geosar Offline
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
I stumbled upon the CB300R at my dealer the other day. It was hidden among all of the KLRs and side by side 4 wheel monsters.

I am attracted to the little guy. Very nice looking and well priced. Not certain how it would be for long trips, but what a neat bike.

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04-10-2018 06:19 PM
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LongRanger Offline
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
Checked out the Ninja 400 at the Kawasaki dealer this afternoon. Cute little bike, and I mean little. It's about the same size as my ex-CBR250R, but apparently several pounds lighter. Nicely styled but a bit plasticky. The black rims were enough to make me keep walking.

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04-10-2018 06:27 PM
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The ferret Offline
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
I saw a grey and orange Ninja 400 at a Kaw dealer the other day. Thought it looked pretty nice. I didn't sit on it though.

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04-10-2018 06:57 PM
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VLJ Offline
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
(04-10-2018 06:27 PM)LongRanger Wrote:  Checked out the Ninja 400 at the Kawasaki dealer this afternoon. Cute little bike, and I mean little. It's about the same size as my ex-CBR250R, but apparently several pounds lighter. Nicely styled but a bit plasticky. The black rims were enough to make me keep walking.

What other wheel color besides black were you expecting on a budget-conscious sportbike?
04-10-2018 07:57 PM
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Desert viper Offline
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RE: Did we know about the new CB300R?
I think YAMAHA would have sold a boatload of these with these colors
04-10-2018 08:14 PM
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