Best review I have seen on this bike so far. Very nice camera quality and you showed all the stuff that could possibly be asked about it. I myself just bought this as my first motorcycle about 2 months ago, got 900 miles on it so far and its a blast. Super light, great gas mileage and fast enough to have a little fun on.
@@LadybugAdventures I'm looking into one now. Have you seen the updated look? I love it but the used ones like yours are priced really well. Thanks again for your review.
@@brennangandy are you talking about the 300R? It is the newer naked bike. Here they still selling a CB300F as well as the newer CB300R and I agree that thing is beautiful. If I had bought one now it would definitely be that new model.
Thanks! I really learned what was missing for me by watching A LOT of reviews and videos. I'm glad it helped. If there is anything else you want to see, let me know and I can post it.
This review is one of the best reviews I have watched on RUclips. Nice concise information, good video footage and a nice voiceover commentary. I wish my reviews were as good as this. Subscribed! Best regards
I also bought this bike and love it. I got a '15 used from a guy who put an aftermarket Yoshi exhaust, and it doesn't have ABS. It's pretty loud, and it screams in first at 15mph, but otherwise, it's a great beginner bike. Upright position is so comfortable and it handles well. Excellent review. Thanks!!
Thankyou for such a fantastic review. I have to say that this video helped sway me to purchase my own CB300F for my first bike. I am just waiting now on delivery and can't wait to get out start riding. I fall into the category you mention early in the video, slightly older (39) and not really interested in going super quick. I'm was really just after a nice reliable small bike to start on and learn the basics. Anyway thanks again for the video and all the info you provided.
ThisLifesAdventure Thanks! Glad to hear you got the bike! Check out the other things I 've done with bike since the review if they interest you. Just rode it to work and loving it. 1 year later and I'm still satisfied with the performance and it's still enough power for me! Stay safe! Give me some updates on the nike and your experience with it!
One of the more intelligent non-maniac informative overview videos. Like your more conservative presentation. Thank you. Never get cocky or carried away. Ride safe.
I saw your other comment about the colour/paint but for some reason I can't find it in the comment section. The paint is the original on the fender. The rest of the design are decals. The base paint is a metallic grey/silver.
I deleted after I heard what you said in the video about original paint job. Thanks. I would plaster a bike with hi viz decals everywhere - car drivers don't "see" bikes because they are not looking for bikes. Got to get their attention.
First off, great review. You have a calm and soothing voice which is a pleasure listening too with great mic quality as well. The points you raise and your reasons for riding this bike are well thought through and responsible. I just completed my license here in Germany as well and was wondering if this is a good choice for a beginner bike, because on the one hand i want a reliable, naked bike that is not too fast, but i fear that after a while i might be craving more speed than 120 Km/h. Are you satisfied with the speed? And for how much did you buy the bike in the end?
Thanks for your comments. I paid $5400 cdn with all taxes and charges included. This was a great deal for a brand new bike here. If you want to go faster, this may not be the bike for you. I'm never going above that... A ninja 300 would likely be more capable. Or ktm duke 390, R3 etc if speed is more your thing. All good beginner bikes. This one is light and harder to drop at slow speeds if you need to put a foot down in the parking lot. Perfect for the city or countryside. Highway I would get a wind screen for comfort.
I would advise you to go with the CB500F rather than the 300. It's still a beginner bike but has a bit more power. I bought one back in March and I really enjoy it.
I own a 2015 and ride it daily in Bangkok. Perfect bike for filtering theu BKK's horrendous traffic. Plus, it's fun for longer rides; I did a trip from Bangkok to Ban Hat Lek on rt 3 the entire way, to the eastern border checkpoint. It took all day, 6 am to sundowwn, but no complaints- bike ran great, didn't get "iron-ass" from the seat. Made some stops along the way. Great seafood around there. Spent 1 night, and on the way back, stopped at Chanthaburi at my brother and sis-in-law's orchard for the day. The 300F is a perfect bike for both navigating Bangkok's ridiculouus traffic as well as a nice long 2 day trip of about 1000km (620 miles)
Great video man. This was the best bike review I have ever seen. Normally they just sit on their bikes and talk while riding, but you: - Got off your bike and showed all the components, which is huge for me personally; - Showed the third person look on the bike (moving); - Showed us your rational opinion with Strenghts vs. Weaknesses analysis. You did a great job, so I don't have any tips - maybe keeping the video more concise, and speaking louder are two things you could do in the future. But anyways, good job.
Max Thank you for taking the time to reply in such a thoughtful manner! I really like the constructive feedback as well. Those points are something I've recognized as well. Writing out a story board is something I should do more often (too lazy usually).
Funny thing is. I know I'll have them but I don't want to be on the bike when I get the red light runners etc!!! I have a couple clips of a close call of my own fault...
Terrific and meticulous review suited for us in Canada, namely in Ontario. I bet you had nice time riding in Markham's old downtown! Thanks very much. Grace & Peace.
My 1st bike was a Honda Grom 125, made the mistake to sell it for a Yamaha FZ09 2017. Missed the light and nimble nature of the Grom so I sold the FZ09 for the CB300R. The CB300R is lighter than the CB300F. I call the 300R the Big Grom. Have fun, enjoy your Honda and if you are in Montréal give me a shout 😉👍
Thanks for the review. Had a few options available to me for a new bike and did lots of research and this review helped me decide on the exact same bike, hi vis and all! I've upgraded the clutch and brake levers to shorties, put a wind shield on, and upgraded the exhaust cause I wanted to be heard. I love it! Great bike for a Noob. Agree with all your positives. The only downside is I will likely outgrow it fast. The 500 might have been better for longevity. And the R version came out right after I bought the F and I like the R styling a bit better.
Thanks I also upgraded to different levers, The windshield. I added some custom side boxes as well and painted the fender. I have other videos on those. I do like the r styling better. I think you're right 500 may have been a better size.
@@LadybugAdventures I just watched your follow up video and saw the upgrades, very nice! The R's do look great, the modern cafe racer style, but no 500, just 300 and 650. Overall very happy with my CBF and looking forward to next riding season! I ride mostly in the city and some twisty roads just outside the city and the 300 is so nimble it's just makes it really fun to ride and flick around. Maybe the following year I'll look at upgrading. Ride safe brother!
Coming back to this video. I just got my m2 yesterday! I took a course and tried out 6 different bikes and the cb300f 2017 was my favorite. I honestly think it might be the one for me. Ninjas were my original option but they are alittle too uncomfortable.
Nice review. The end of 2015 I went looking for bikes 400 lbs or less to put in my truck to haul to job locations. I test rode the CB300F, the KTM Duke 390, a Ducati Monster 6xx, and Yamaha FZ-07. I looked at all the 250s but they were just as heavy as the more powerful bikes so they were not considered. I didn't want full faired bikes like the Ninja 300 because of tie down points and putting gear around the bike in the bed of the truck. I ended up with the FZ-07 which has been a great bike. All the bikes mentioned are budget bikes from the manufacturers and can all benefit from suspension upgrades.
great review! I actually wish here in the US we would have courses and stages for motorcycle riding. here all you have to do is take a written test then ride a cone course and can use anything you want even a smaller on-off bike. then get license and go to dealer and buy a superbike if you want! crazy if you ask me. I cut my teeth on dirt bikes as a kid and motocross and trail riding and woods riding so I had a good handle on bike control. With a CR125 I could go ripping down a loose gravel road and lock the front brakes and still keep bike upright no problem. then first street bike was a 77 kz650 and rode on loose gravel with that too as I lived in country. but a class and graduated system would be great in the US. again great review. I just bought a 17 Z900 in July and was looking at smaller cc bikes like this in case my boy wants to learn.!
Nice review. The CB300FA is a great choice for someone looking for a lighter, highway capable, bike, I’ve installed a 15T front sprocket to reduce rpm without adversely affecting acceleration. A Puig New Naked Bike windscreen is useful if you do a lot of at highway rides.
Ladybug Adventures Installing the 15T sprocket doesn’t require any special tools. There is a RUclips video showing the process. With the larger sprocket there can be interference between the chain and the protective metal piece attached to the sprocket cover. Some people remove the protector, but I used a Drexel tool to trim it.
D ikki you could do some highway riding with 2 people but i would not suggest u do long trips. Just don’t exceed the bike’s weight capacity. U should look into the kawasaki 400 or the cbr500 will get u what u are looking for.
@@elchaparralboi Hail Cesar :-P Yes, I agree with you. I have another question now: Cb500 or Cbr500? Looking for a comfortable bike with easy straight sitting position, not a big fan of leaning on bikes mate.
D ikki try going to your nearest dealership & sit in both, the cbr500r is actually very comfortable! It does not have the leaned forward position of a 600rr...now its just up to you but both will provide you comfort ability.
Its being delivered to the dealer as we speak, still in a crate, and needs to be prepped. I should have it by next week. See you out there fellow rider!
Outstanding review for someone like me, a beginner. I dont have a bike yet, but will by next spring and this and some other 300 bikes are ones I am looking into. I am also looking into Zero electric ones where there is no clutch to deal with.
I used to keep track of this but I cannot remember where I've put all the numbers! I didn't get the mileage from Honda but I think I can push almost 300Km on a tank for this 300f. Grom's being 125cc, the mpg should be great.
I admit I didn't watch the video yet. I was on a 2019 CB300F. Great bike for a newbie like myself and gears one through three were smooth. But I was having a hard time getting into fourth gear. It was as if I was in sixth gear already and trying to go higher, only I was in third. The shifter just wasn't clicking into place, and I was getting resistance. Any ideas? It was a used bike with 7,000 miles.
Ha, we must be neighbours. Looks like we've discovered some of the same spots, like that random gravel ring and the dead end road that overlooks the 407. Maybe we'll cross paths at some point. Great review, by the way.
@@LadybugAdventuresLol! I'm new to riding but I suspect that's how these things go, because I wish I'd bought something more like yours. Oh well, I think we're both on good machines.
Great video. I just bought this bike in the USA but they don’t come with a tool kit. Do you know if you can buy the tool kit separate there in Canada? I would love to get one but I can’t here in the US. Thanks
I bought the 'Stockton T-Handle Folding Socket Set' for $9.99. It has a nice compact zipper case. I added a 6" adjustable wrench, a couple zip ties and the Allen wrench & fuse remover that came with the bike. The adjustable wrench is useful if you knock a mirror loose. You need the Allen key to get to the battery. I also ended up getting BikeMaster Black Mirror Extensions 29-21103. I couldn't see behind me at all without them. They work great. I'd also recommend you pick up a Battery Tender Jr. 0.75A smart charger and affix it's harness to the battery. It's a perfect length for sitting right under the seat for easy access. Other good accessories are a Puig Naked New Generation Windscreen Honda CB300F 2015-2018, light smoke (or clear or dark) and Shogun Frame Sliders Honda CB300F 2015-2018 - Black, SKU: 750-3129 . Enjoy your bike.
Funny, I did put one on! Here is the video. ruclips.net/video/f34ouAwVCQ0/видео.html I used the clear one. I know, most pick a tint one but this one was a great deal... as far as little plastic windshields go.
I found a red 2015 with under 4k miles on it for $2,600 and looks like brand new. I want to get it and put scrambler tires on it. If I do, I will have 9 motorcycles. Tags and insurance is starting to get expensive. But maintenance is pretty much the same for 9 bikes as it is for one its all relative to the miles you ride. I ride somewhere between 20 30k miles per year.
9!!! The insurance in Canada alone would stop most people from being able to ride that many. I know you can shift around the insurance a bit. Scrambler or 50/50 tires with something I've been thinking about too. I do ride a lot of gravel roads and these street tires feel a little dicey on that surface.
@@LadybugAdventures yeah, 50/50 tires is what I was thinking 🤔 it would just be town and close to town bike anyway. Riding in Yuma is a kick in the pants, it amazing what shenanigans you can get away with here. 😆
Really great, well edited & scripted comprehensive review - Thanks. Just finished my BRC and bought the same bike. Can you respond with info on the mirror extenders you bought and a link if there is one? You're right, they're sorely needed. Thanks.
Matthew Jenkins Thanks! Yeah I'm actually quite narrow and was surprised by the mirrors. Here is what I bought fortnine.ca/en/bikemaster-mirror-extensions I got a new video coming on my gear indicator. Thus far working well.
Thanks! Those are much more affordable than the ones I found and are available on Amazon too for those of us in the US. For anyone who's interested, the other ones I found are: * SW-Motech Mirror extension. Universal. Black. M10x1,25 - $73.95 US (nice, in stock, but expensive) * MotoWerk Honda Mirror Extenders - $38 US (look nice, but sold out) * Slingshot Racing CNC Billet Aluminum Mirror Riser Adapters Extenders - $34.24 US (sold out black). I'm 6'1", 205 lbs, fairly broad chest and shoulders. I can't see anything behind me with the stock mirrors.
I ended up buying the same BikeMaster ones - what a great improvement. I can finally see behind me. For anyone in the U.S. looking at this, you want ‘BikeMaster Black Mirror Extensions 29-21103’, which has two right-threaded bolts: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011J1A7C4, www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bike-master-mirror-extensions (There is another version where one bolt is counter-threaded). Revzilla, like FortNine, includes a drop-down to help you select the right one.
Nice review! I'm a big fan of naked bikes but Yamaha, KTM, & Kawa. seem to be leading the way with these small bikes. The 2019 revision is drool worthy, though...Looks are the only reason I'm considering buying it off the showroom floor.
I was thinking about a Grom but now that i see this i changed my mind I was looking for something a little bit faster but not to fast so this is perfect just one question how is the seat??
Mark The Shark I like it. The longest trip I've taken on it was 200Km in a day. Not a gel or aired covered seat of course but it was comfortable. Grom's are great but the 300's hit a good spot of just doing things well enough to do everything.
Perfect Review! The bike is just too slow for Florida highway speeds. I would get run over going 110-120 kph (69-75 mph) I think 80mph without feeling like your killing the engine.
Thank you for this review. I am also in Canada (ontario) and i am looking at this bike as an option. What is your insurance like? I just sold my shadow cruiser, which was only $400 a year full coverage. I am hoping this is around the same price insurance wise!
No I didn't. Here in Ontario, Canada the manufacturers and dealers don't let you test ride anything. I had to make a choice purely on other reviews. I also went by price as well. I think the 500 engine is a better overall performer.
Samwich D I took the M2 course which sounds like the equivalent to msf course. Prior to that I had never ridden. I would never start riding until you have taken a proper riding course. This is a very easy bike to handle (power and weight). Starting at a lower cc is a great idea
Ladybug Adventures i am getting a 75 cc mini bike soon, so ill have that to practice on, and i know that i need a permit to be able to legally ride this on the streets. i was just wondering if this is a good starter motorcycle (implying that i will practice on the mini bike until im 16).
Owen McClain Good luck! If they see you are a responsible it helps a lot. Show them you're a good driver and helpful! Any sub 300 cc bike is good for insurance and perception of safety. A sport bike style like the Kawasaki ninja 300 or Yamaha r3 may look unsafe to parents. This Honda 300f or Suzuki Tux 250 look a little less aggressive. A dual sport also can be a good but more expensive.
now i have a CBF125, and i am thinking to get this one in the future (about 2.5 years) is it a good choice or not? i don't see any hige difference on power and speed...what do you recommend??
Marios Kateroglou Well I only rode aa 125 on the course I took and don't know it there is much of an off the line difference. The 300 is reasonable on the highway but the 125 might be harder to spool up to speed. The 300f also comes with abs in canada at least. If you're happy with the 125 and what it does for you then I would keep it. If you really want more performance then a 400-500cc bike might a good bet.
Ladybug Adventures yeah, alright, the 125 goes on the highway, but hard...it is not for highway but it can go i made a trip 2 weeks ago, 100 kilometers, on highway, it did alright, but hardly, so i want a 300 in the future, jusy to go better and reach high speeds easier, i dont want much from a bike (so not a sportbike) just a ride that can do my job easy, the 125 is almost at the max for me, so the 300F must be the real deal....anyways, thanks, good vid btw
Marios Kateroglou A friend of mine also took the 125 on the highway and it did it but she had to really rev it up. You're the same as me. I don't need excessive power.
Dude you are like the least pretentious person I may have ever come across!! Excellent review!!!
Wow. Thanks! That really made my day!
That has to be the nicest colour of a 300 F that I have seen so far... very nice!
Best review I have seen on this bike so far. Very nice camera quality and you showed all the stuff that could possibly be asked about it. I myself just bought this as my first motorcycle about 2 months ago, got 900 miles on it so far and its a blast. Super light, great gas mileage and fast enough to have a little fun on.
Wow, thanks for the compliment! Just came back from a ride to read this and it made my day. Have a great time riding!
i wish every product i ever wanted was reviewed like this. very informative and helpful, thank you
Thank you. A little boring compared to others but glad you like it!
This is how every review should be done. Well done, sir.
I really appreciate that. Thanks so much! I thought I'd want to upgrade but I still love and use this bike.
@@LadybugAdventures I'm looking into one now. Have you seen the updated look? I love it but the used ones like yours are priced really well. Thanks again for your review.
@@brennangandy are you talking about the 300R? It is the newer naked bike. Here they still selling a CB300F as well as the newer CB300R and I agree that thing is beautiful. If I had bought one now it would definitely be that new model.
Very calm and quiet and an honest review..keep it man..I like the way u present
Great review! I wish more people made reviews which walked you through everything on the bike. I really appreciated the closeups
Thanks! I really learned what was missing for me by watching A LOT of reviews and videos. I'm glad it helped. If there is anything else you want to see, let me know and I can post it.
Probably, for what it's supposed to be, the best review I've ever seen on here. Great job!
Thanks and I really appreciate that! I'm going to be posting sometime in the next month a 10, 000 km review on the bike.
This review is one of the best reviews I have watched on RUclips. Nice concise information, good video footage and a nice voiceover commentary. I wish my reviews were as good as this.
Subscribed!
Best regards
You're too kind!
Hello fellow Ontario rider. From Ajax myself. You did a great job with this video keep it up!
I also bought this bike and love it. I got a '15 used from a guy who put an aftermarket Yoshi exhaust, and it doesn't have ABS. It's pretty loud, and it screams in first at 15mph, but otherwise, it's a great beginner bike. Upright position is so comfortable and it handles well.
Excellent review. Thanks!!
Lorinjean Hansen Thanks. I'm about 3300 Km on this bike now and still loving it. Can't keep up off the line with my friends but I can always catch up.
If only all the reviews were as good as this one, thank you for this review ‘cause now, i know what motorcycle i want in the future
Wow. Thanks!
A review with the storage area -- finally! Thanks!
GivenRandy LOL No problem!
Thankyou for such a fantastic review. I have to say that this video helped sway me to purchase my own CB300F for my first bike. I am just waiting now on delivery and can't wait to get out start riding. I fall into the category you mention early in the video, slightly older (39) and not really interested in going super quick. I'm was really just after a nice reliable small bike to start on and learn the basics. Anyway thanks again for the video and all the info you provided.
ThisLifesAdventure Thanks! Glad to hear you got the bike! Check out the other things I 've done with bike since the review if they interest you. Just rode it to work and loving it. 1 year later and I'm still satisfied with the performance and it's still enough power for me! Stay safe! Give me some updates on the nike and your experience with it!
Couldn’t have asked for a better review
Thank you. Just about to upload a 10000 km review today! ruclips.net/video/Y_J4zrD7U_8/видео.html
wow i enjoy ur review more than other guys on youtube
That's really nice of you to say! Thank you!
Beautifully shot video. Looks absolutely fantastic on my galaxy
zwilser Wow, thanks! I really appreciate that.
One of the more intelligent non-maniac informative overview videos. Like your more conservative presentation. Thank you. Never get cocky or carried away. Ride safe.
Thanks for the feedback! Carried away... I'll try!!!
I saw your other comment about the colour/paint but for some reason I can't find it in the comment section. The paint is the original on the fender. The rest of the design are decals. The base paint is a metallic grey/silver.
I deleted after I heard what you said in the video about original paint job. Thanks. I would plaster a bike with hi viz decals everywhere - car drivers don't "see" bikes because they are not looking for bikes. Got to get their attention.
First off, great review. You have a calm and soothing voice which is a pleasure listening too with great mic quality as well. The points you raise and your reasons for riding this bike are well thought through and responsible. I just completed my license here in Germany as well and was wondering if this is a good choice for a beginner bike, because on the one hand i want a reliable, naked bike that is not too fast, but i fear that after a while i might be craving more speed than 120 Km/h. Are you satisfied with the speed? And for how much did you buy the bike in the end?
Thanks for your comments. I paid $5400 cdn with all taxes and charges included. This was a great deal for a brand new bike here. If you want to go faster, this may not be the bike for you. I'm never going above that... A ninja 300 would likely be more capable. Or ktm duke 390, R3 etc if speed is more your thing. All good beginner bikes. This one is light and harder to drop at slow speeds if you need to put a foot down in the parking lot. Perfect for the city or countryside. Highway I would get a wind screen for comfort.
I would advise you to go with the CB500F rather than the 300. It's still a beginner bike but has a bit more power. I bought one back in March and I really enjoy it.
I own a 2015 and ride it daily in Bangkok. Perfect bike for filtering theu BKK's horrendous traffic. Plus, it's fun for longer rides; I did a trip from Bangkok to Ban Hat Lek on rt 3 the entire way, to the eastern border checkpoint. It took all day, 6 am to sundowwn, but no complaints- bike ran great, didn't get "iron-ass" from the seat. Made some stops along the way. Great seafood around there. Spent 1 night, and on the way back, stopped at Chanthaburi at my brother and sis-in-law's orchard for the day. The 300F is a perfect bike for both navigating Bangkok's ridiculouus traffic as well as a nice long 2 day trip of about 1000km (620 miles)
Excellent!
You're so right about a last bike of a long life of bikes riding !!!
That's a sharp looking bike! I'm pretty partial to both the cb and the yellow accents! 👍
Hi viz for the noob!
The Everyday Dad Oh I forgot about your new bike! Ah the hi viz...
Great video man. This was the best bike review I have ever seen.
Normally they just sit on their bikes and talk while riding, but you:
- Got off your bike and showed all the components, which is huge for me personally;
- Showed the third person look on the bike (moving);
- Showed us your rational opinion with Strenghts vs. Weaknesses analysis.
You did a great job, so I don't have any tips - maybe keeping the video more concise, and speaking louder are two things you could do in the future.
But anyways, good job.
Max Thank you for taking the time to reply in such a thoughtful manner! I really like the constructive feedback as well. Those points are something I've recognized as well. Writing out a story board is something I should do more often (too lazy usually).
Can't wait to start seeing road clips from your bike...you know you'll have them.
Funny thing is. I know I'll have them but I don't want to be on the bike when I get the red light runners etc!!! I have a couple clips of a close call of my own fault...
Great review mate. Just bought one as my first motorcycle.
Fantastic! Have fun and be safe!
Terrific and meticulous review suited for us in Canada, namely in Ontario. I bet you had nice time riding in Markham's old downtown!
Thanks very much. Grace & Peace.
Christian Jordan Thanks! Appreciate the feedback. Yeah I love the old streets in Markham
Good review.Just been to the Honda dealer and they didn't have one. The guy had never heard of it!
k Tomo That's crazy. They still sell it! The cbr300 2018 model is beautiful.
Very thorough, nice shots. Well done!
Northern Fog Thank you. I'm about to go for a ride right now!
You did a great job at reviewing this bike.
James Daniel I really appreciate it!
Great comprehensive review, everything covered.
Pete Joyce Thank you!
So smooth grand review.
Much appreciated!
My 1st bike was a Honda Grom 125, made the mistake to sell it for a Yamaha FZ09 2017. Missed the light and nimble nature of the Grom so I sold the FZ09 for the CB300R.
The CB300R is lighter than the CB300F.
I call the 300R the Big Grom.
Have fun, enjoy your Honda and if you are in Montréal give me a shout 😉👍
For sure! WOw FZ09 to a 300R! I haven't been to Montreal in such a long time. I will message you if I'm ever in the area.
@@LadybugAdventures perfect 😀👍
Thanks for the review. Had a few options available to me for a new bike and did lots of research and this review helped me decide on the exact same bike, hi vis and all! I've upgraded the clutch and brake levers to shorties, put a wind shield on, and upgraded the exhaust cause I wanted to be heard. I love it! Great bike for a Noob. Agree with all your positives. The only downside is I will likely outgrow it fast. The 500 might have been better for longevity. And the R version came out right after I bought the F and I like the R styling a bit better.
Thanks I also upgraded to different levers, The windshield. I added some custom side boxes as well and painted the fender. I have other videos on those. I do like the r styling better. I think you're right 500 may have been a better size.
@@LadybugAdventures I just watched your follow up video and saw the upgrades, very nice! The R's do look great, the modern cafe racer style, but no 500, just 300 and 650. Overall very happy with my CBF and looking forward to next riding season! I ride mostly in the city and some twisty roads just outside the city and the 300 is so nimble it's just makes it really fun to ride and flick around. Maybe the following year I'll look at upgrading. Ride safe brother!
@@matthewjurak7445 You too!
Coming back to this video. I just got my m2 yesterday! I took a course and tried out 6 different bikes and the cb300f 2017 was my favorite. I honestly think it might be the one for me. Ninjas were my original option but they are alittle too uncomfortable.
Alright! Good job. Have fun shopping for a bike. Lots of good used deals around
@@LadybugAdventures thanks! And great video. Very few on youtube that talk about this motorcycle!
The paint job is awesome.
Nice review. The end of 2015 I went looking for bikes 400 lbs or less to put in my truck to haul to job locations. I test rode the CB300F, the KTM Duke 390, a Ducati Monster 6xx, and Yamaha FZ-07. I looked at all the 250s but they were just as heavy as the more powerful bikes so they were not considered. I didn't want full faired bikes like the Ninja 300 because of tie down points and putting gear around the bike in the bed of the truck. I ended up with the FZ-07 which has been a great bike. All the bikes mentioned are budget bikes from the manufacturers and can all benefit from suspension upgrades.
Thanks. The Yamaha is a solid choice for sure.
Awesome review, I'm going for my m2 soon ... So this is really helpful for me when I going to buy my first bike
Alvin Persaud Good luck with the M2. It was fun to learn how to ride. Can't wait to take it out soona!
Ladybug Adventures what is your email address, if you don't mind
No problem.
ladybuggieseww@gmail.com
great review! I actually wish here in the US we would have courses and stages for motorcycle riding. here all you have to do is take a written test then ride a cone course and can use anything you want even a smaller on-off bike. then get license and go to dealer and buy a superbike if you want! crazy if you ask me. I cut my teeth on dirt bikes as a kid and motocross and trail riding and woods riding so I had a good handle on bike control. With a CR125 I could go ripping down a loose gravel road and lock the front brakes and still keep bike upright no problem. then first street bike was a 77 kz650 and rode on loose gravel with that too as I lived in country. but a class and graduated system would be great in the US. again great review. I just bought a 17 Z900 in July and was looking at smaller cc bikes like this in case my boy wants to learn.!
Usefull to practice in the parking lots, doing U-turns and slow turns.
Good vid 👍
Thanks. I've dropped it once while doing this stuff. No harm at those lower speeds thankfully.
Well done,good video with good/bad points covered well.Thanks mate.
Daniel Mcgrath Thanks! Still riding it and it's holding up to country rides and city commutes.
Nice review. The CB300FA is a great choice for someone looking for a lighter, highway capable, bike, I’ve installed a 15T front sprocket to reduce rpm without adversely affecting acceleration. A Puig New Naked Bike windscreen is useful if you do a lot of at highway rides.
Jay Goldstein Did you have to do any special mods to install the front sprocket? I just did a review video on the the new gen Puig! windshield!
Ladybug Adventures Installing the 15T sprocket doesn’t require any special tools. There is a RUclips video showing the process. With the larger sprocket there can be interference between the chain and the protective metal piece attached to the sprocket cover. Some people remove the protector, but I used a Drexel tool to trim it.
Yes I've seen that one! I might try something like that in the future.
Nice and simple presentation... well-done 👍
Thanks!
1 question: How is it going to be on freeway with 2 people? Around 80kgs each.
Cb500f is little bit out of my range. Help me here guys.
D ikki you could do some highway riding with 2 people but i would not suggest u do long trips. Just don’t exceed the bike’s weight capacity. U should look into the kawasaki 400 or the cbr500 will get u what u are looking for.
@@elchaparralboi Hail Cesar :-P
Yes, I agree with you. I have another question now: Cb500 or Cbr500?
Looking for a comfortable bike with easy straight sitting position, not a big fan of leaning on bikes mate.
D ikki try going to your nearest dealership & sit in both, the cbr500r is actually very comfortable! It does not have the leaned forward position of a 600rr...now its just up to you but both will provide you comfort ability.
@@elchaparralboi much appreciated
You live close to me! Mainstreet Unionville! Good review. I decided on the 2017 CBR500R, but the 300F was my second choice.
500r is great. Ultimately the cb500x is something I want to get. If you see me let me know! Do you have it right now?
Its being delivered to the dealer as we speak, still in a crate, and needs to be prepped. I should have it by next week. See you out there fellow rider!
I bought the same model. Love it.
D Porter yeah baby!
Thank you, great review!!
yy yy Thanks!
Outstanding review for someone like me, a beginner. I dont have a bike yet, but will by next spring and this and some other 300 bikes are ones I am looking into. I am also looking into Zero electric ones where there is no clutch to deal with.
Bill W Thanks and you'll have fun no matter what you get. An electric is a cool idea.
Have you notice the fuel usage, mpg numbers? I have a new Grom that is great in that area but only has 4 gears and very small wheels.
I used to keep track of this but I cannot remember where I've put all the numbers! I didn't get the mileage from Honda but I think I can push almost 300Km on a tank for this 300f. Grom's being 125cc, the mpg should be great.
It's funny - Captions for this video are [Applause] and [Music] when the motorcycles passes by the camera.
5:10
I admit I didn't watch the video yet. I was on a 2019 CB300F. Great bike
for a newbie like myself and gears one through three were smooth. But I
was having a hard time getting into fourth gear. It was as if I was in
sixth gear already and trying to go higher, only I was in third. The
shifter just wasn't clicking into place, and I was getting resistance.
Any ideas? It was a used bike with 7,000 miles.
Other than making sure the oil is changed and shifter is adjusted properly I'm not sure.
Nice review, I got Z250SL and I want in the future to get maybe cb500f(Yes, I know you are talking about the 300).
Ha, we must be neighbours. Looks like we've discovered some of the same spots, like that random gravel ring and the dead end road that overlooks the 407. Maybe we'll cross paths at some point. Great review, by the way.
Sure! Flag me down! See some of my later vids to see what the bike looks like now
@@LadybugAdventures Will do! I'm a 6' guy in black gear on a silver Versys 300, FYI.
@@tjcrucial7715 The Versys300! I wish I got that one!
@@LadybugAdventuresLol! I'm new to riding but I suspect that's how these things go, because I wish I'd bought something more like yours. Oh well, I think we're both on good machines.
Great video. I just bought this bike in the USA but they don’t come with a tool kit. Do you know if you can buy the tool kit separate there in Canada? I would love to get one but I can’t here in the US. Thanks
Don't know if you can get one separately. I would just check with a dealer if you haven't already.
I bought the 'Stockton T-Handle Folding Socket Set' for $9.99. It has a nice compact zipper case. I added a 6" adjustable wrench, a couple zip ties and the Allen wrench & fuse remover that came with the bike. The adjustable wrench is useful if you knock a mirror loose. You need the Allen key to get to the battery. I also ended up getting BikeMaster Black Mirror Extensions 29-21103. I couldn't see behind me at all without them. They work great. I'd also recommend you pick up a Battery Tender Jr. 0.75A smart charger and affix it's harness to the battery. It's a perfect length for sitting right under the seat for easy access. Other good accessories are a Puig Naked New Generation Windscreen Honda CB300F 2015-2018, light smoke (or clear or dark) and Shogun Frame Sliders Honda CB300F 2015-2018 - Black, SKU: 750-3129
. Enjoy your bike.
Matthew Jenkins
Thanks for the tips. I ordered the battery tender and the tools! Might add the windscreen one day.
Awesome video. Just got one about 2 months ago
27trains awesome and thanks for watching.
Do you have mirror extenders..?
Nice and thorough. Thanks
so the 2017 models wont have the recall problems like last year???
No. I checked that out. I had the opportunity to buy 3 different used 300f's but 2015 models. There were 2 recalls.
Great bike,great review.A windshield would have solve you a lot of issues and it would really made it look really cool
Funny, I did put one on! Here is the video. ruclips.net/video/f34ouAwVCQ0/видео.html
I used the clear one. I know, most pick a tint one but this one was a great deal... as far as little plastic windshields go.
Great review, very helpful. Thanks.
No problem! Thanks for watching. I'm going crazy with all this snow around me right now.
Videos like these? What ‘autosubscribe’ could be used for
Awesome.
Great review, I’m gonna buy one tomorrow 2016 , just to ask without the abs system how much less safety it is ? Thanks
I personally would opt for abs if possible. Emergency braking on gravel roads saved me from dropping it.
I'm not here for this bike, but man - perfect review.
Adam Dvořák Wow. Thanks for that feedback! Too kind.
I found a red 2015 with under 4k miles on it for $2,600 and looks like brand new. I want to get it and put scrambler tires on it. If I do, I will have 9 motorcycles. Tags and insurance is starting to get expensive. But maintenance is pretty much the same for 9 bikes as it is for one its all relative to the miles you ride. I ride somewhere between 20 30k miles per year.
9!!! The insurance in Canada alone would stop most people from being able to ride that many. I know you can shift around the insurance a bit. Scrambler or 50/50 tires with something I've been thinking about too. I do ride a lot of gravel roads and these street tires feel a little dicey on that surface.
@@LadybugAdventures yeah, 50/50 tires is what I was thinking 🤔 it would just be town and close to town bike anyway. Riding in Yuma is a kick in the pants, it amazing what shenanigans you can get away with here. 😆
Good review,well done.Like all Honda's,does it need a heavier chain?They all streach so quickly on my Honda's.
Hope someone else can answer that. I really don't know. I will have to adjust my tension soon though.
How much does insurance cost if anybody owns a cb300f in Ontario as a new rider?
I'm with riders plus. I pay just under $800 a year with my M2
Really great, well edited & scripted comprehensive review - Thanks. Just finished my BRC and bought the same bike. Can you respond with info on the mirror extenders you bought and a link if there is one? You're right, they're sorely needed. Thanks.
Matthew Jenkins Thanks! Yeah I'm actually quite narrow and was surprised by the mirrors. Here is what I bought
fortnine.ca/en/bikemaster-mirror-extensions
I got a new video coming on my gear indicator. Thus far working well.
Thanks! Those are much more affordable than the ones I found and are available on Amazon too for those of us in the US.
For anyone who's interested, the other ones I found are:
* SW-Motech Mirror extension. Universal. Black. M10x1,25 - $73.95 US (nice, in stock, but expensive)
* MotoWerk Honda Mirror Extenders - $38 US (look nice, but sold out)
* Slingshot Racing CNC Billet Aluminum Mirror Riser Adapters Extenders - $34.24 US (sold out black).
I'm 6'1", 205 lbs, fairly broad chest and shoulders. I can't see anything behind me with the stock mirrors.
Matthew Jenkins Cool. Ah, I love it when we all try to help each other! I'm going to post my gear indicator vid in the next couple weeks.
Very organized!
I ended up buying the same BikeMaster ones - what a great improvement. I can finally see behind me. For anyone in the U.S. looking at this, you want ‘BikeMaster Black Mirror Extensions 29-21103’, which has two right-threaded bolts: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011J1A7C4, www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bike-master-mirror-extensions (There is another version where one bolt is counter-threaded). Revzilla, like FortNine, includes a drop-down to help you select the right one.
Nice review! I'm a big fan of naked bikes but Yamaha, KTM, & Kawa. seem to be leading the way with these small bikes. The 2019 revision is drool worthy, though...Looks are the only reason I'm considering buying it off the showroom floor.
EverythingisFire I know. It is beautiful. Saw it at the Motorcycle show and almost fainted. Tempted for sure.
nice review, thanks. But Honda why oh why only that lime green available w/abs...
TRDBucket I know, who comes up with these decisions. I wish I had a red or black choice.
Do your clutch + brake levers have a lot wiggle up and down? I bought mine with mod levers and am curious what OEM is suppose to look like instead
@@AugustTien there was some play but nothing i would have really been surprised with.
Great review!
Jonathan Bachrach Thank you! Still riding and will have a video of my first oil change on this bike soon.
Great review, thanks man, I was gonna still buy it regardless 😬
Yeah, still love it. I'm doing a review on a windshield for it. Stay tuned.
Great video, well made, thanks for all the info. Have you upgraded yet?
No yet. Too cheap to upgrade!
Great review
Much appreciated!
sounds like a beefed up cbr 125r my first bike i loved it
I wish the CB500f had the same high viz color scheme.
MrXcman92 Funny, I wish those model came in a red colour here in Canada. The only one they sell is the abs model with hi viz.
When it comes to India?
i hope honda put's it 400 cc 4 cylinder air cooled engine in this chassis.... that would be a perfect bike......
Have they fixed the issues that the older 300f’s had
Q- Bert must have. no recall notice on the 2017 model.
I was thinking about a Grom but now that i see this i changed my mind I was looking for something a little bit faster but not to fast so this is perfect just one question how is the seat??
Mark The Shark I like it. The longest trip I've taken on it was 200Km in a day. Not a gel or aired covered seat of course but it was comfortable. Grom's are great but the 300's hit a good spot of just doing things well enough to do everything.
The green color are good looking but pipes are really silence...
yeah, but I like that!
Ladybug Adventures people hear loud pipes. Makes you more noticeable, hence safer.
By that logic, tape down the horn. Then you'll be loud. Easier to localize than engine noise, too.
I like it silent
Nice review
Thank you so much. I'm going to be doing a 10,000 km review at some point this year as well.
Did your bike come with LED lights. Thanks
Not on this year
@@LadybugAdventures Thanks
i’m like 5’6. am i too short for a street bike??
Depends on the bike but you should fit this!
No Gear Indicator is strange, what about a neutral indicator
@@lambdafunctions9648 yes there is a neutral indicator
Nice work. Rv mirrors are a perennial problem in Thailand. You can really only solve the problem by buying a bigger bike. My 650CBF is rv mirror OK.
James Wells-Green Thanks for the info!
Just bought this for my first bike, i pick it up in two days! Just gotta pass the permit test
Good luck and enjoy the bike!
Thank you! Hey how did this bike hold up? Good bike?
@@dylanmoe4320 So far so good. About 2 years now and going strong. It's not the fastest but so much fun.
Great review would you suggest for a 175lb 5.11” first time driver?
I'm 6ft and 185lbs. Suits me just fine still. I'm planning on keeping it for at least one more year.
Just rev it up more, the proper power band is around 7500rpm, the noise is normal and the bike is meant to be riden that way. Nice video BTW.
I like good gas mileage though! Thanks and you'll see me in the slow lane!
@@LadybugAdventures see you there too
great video bro
Thanks! Appreciate it.
India is Waiting for this bike
Didn't realize you don't have it as it is under 300cc. The updated 300r looks really nice now.
@@LadybugAdventures don't go for looks just check review about 300f and 300r
300f is more comfortable for rider and pillion
Perfect Review! The bike is just too slow for Florida highway speeds. I would get run over going 110-120 kph (69-75 mph)
I think 80mph without feeling like your killing the engine.
Definitely too slow for Florida!
Thank you for this review. I am also in Canada (ontario) and i am looking at this bike as an option. What is your insurance like? I just sold my shadow cruiser, which was only $400 a year full coverage. I am hoping this is around the same price insurance wise!
I'm in the Toronto area which probably makes a difference. $870/year. Full coverage. Also just have my M2 for a few months. Thanks for watching!
Did you compare it with the CB500f?
No I didn't. Here in Ontario, Canada the manufacturers and dealers don't let you test ride anything. I had to make a choice purely on other reviews. I also went by price as well. I think the 500 engine is a better overall performer.
i am 13 right now and i am saving up for this bike. how much experience would you need to ride this as a starter?
Samwich D I took the M2 course which sounds like the equivalent to msf course. Prior to that I had never ridden. I would never start riding until you have taken a proper riding course. This is a very easy bike to handle (power and weight). Starting at a lower cc is a great idea
Ladybug Adventures i am getting a 75 cc mini bike soon, so ill have that to practice on, and i know that i need a permit to be able to legally ride this on the streets. i was just wondering if this is a good starter motorcycle (implying that i will practice on the mini bike until im 16).
Samwich D I think it's great. I was also looking at Suzuki tu250x, cbr250, and a rebel. All are good bikes as well.
No gear indicator kinda sucks. Nice review
stylin60es Thanks. Found one on amazon for $50. plug and play type into the diagnostic module I might add it next year.
Thank you for the review I'm also thinking about buying a 2018 model with abs do you still have your bike and how well is your back holding up
Thank you 😃
I'm thinking about getting a bike and I need to convince my parents. Do you think this is a starter bike or something like a Suzuki or a Kawasaki
Owen McClain Good luck! If they see you are a responsible it helps a lot. Show them you're a good driver and helpful! Any sub 300 cc bike is good for insurance and perception of safety. A sport bike style like the Kawasaki ninja 300 or Yamaha r3 may look unsafe to parents. This Honda 300f or Suzuki Tux 250 look a little less aggressive. A dual sport also can be a good but more expensive.
now i have a CBF125, and i am thinking to get this one in the future (about 2.5 years)
is it a good choice or not? i don't see any hige difference on power and speed...what do you recommend??
Marios Kateroglou Well I only rode aa 125 on the course I took and don't know it there is much of an off the line difference. The 300 is reasonable on the highway but the 125 might be harder to spool up to speed. The 300f also comes with abs in canada at least. If you're happy with the 125 and what it does for you then I would keep it. If you really want more performance then a 400-500cc bike might a good bet.
Ladybug Adventures yeah, alright, the 125 goes on the highway, but hard...it is not for highway but it can go
i made a trip 2 weeks ago, 100 kilometers, on highway, it did alright, but hardly, so i want a 300 in the future, jusy to go better and reach high speeds easier, i dont want much from a bike (so not a sportbike) just a ride that can do my job easy, the 125 is almost at the max for me, so the 300F must be the real deal....anyways, thanks, good vid btw
Marios Kateroglou A friend of mine also took the 125 on the highway and it did it but she had to really rev it up. You're the same as me. I don't need excessive power.
Ladybug Adventures yes,the highway is the weak point for a 125...anyways, thanks
I thought it had 5 gears ??
Nope. 6
I agree totally with woza kirk.