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Honda XR300L vs XR300 Rally: Price, Specs and Differences Explained
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CNBC TV18•06-10-2026, 07:57
Honda XR300L vs XR300 Rally: Price, Specs and Differences Explained
- •Honda has launched the XR300L and XR300 Rally in India at ₹1.83 lakh and ₹2.08 lakh respectively, with bookings now open at BigWing dealerships.
- •Both motorcycles are powered by a 293.5cc single-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed gearbox and feature 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels.
- •The trail-focused XR300L features an LCD display, slim bodywork, and switchable dual-channel ABS and traction control.
- •The ₹25,000 more expensive XR300 Rally adds touring-friendly upgrades including a larger fuel tank, taller windscreen, knuckle guards, and a 5-inch TFT display.
- •These models mark Honda's entry into India's lightweight dual-sport segment, competing with bikes like the Hero Xpulse 210 and Kawasaki KLX230.
Key Questions Answered
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has launched the XR300L at ₹1.83 lakh and the XR300 Rally at ₹2.08 lakh (ex-showroom), with bookings currently open through Honda BigWing dealerships.
Both models are powered by a 293.5cc single-cylinder engine related to the air- and oil-cooled unit used in the Honda CB300F, paired with a six-speed gearbox.
The XR300 Rally adds a larger fuel tank, a taller windscreen, knuckle guards, additional rally-inspired bodywork, and a 5-inch TFT display instead of the standard LCD screen.
