Honda CRF300L specs: can you green lane it?

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Where the Honda CRF300L sits

Wet weight against ground clearance for every bike in the finder that publishes both. Light and tall, top left, is where the easiest green lane bikes sit. Tap a dot to open that bike.

Figures are manufacturer claims. Clearance is measured differently by different makers, so treat small gaps as a draw.

Will your feet reach?

The Honda CRF300L has a 875mm seat. Enter your inside leg for a rough idea of how much foot you'll get down when stopped.

Range against similar bikes

Real-world range from tank size and typical economy, against the bikes closest to it in weight and type. Out on the lanes, fuel stops are often further apart than on a road ride.

Range only. Hard off-road riding and headwinds use more fuel, so plan fuel stops with margin.

Tyres that fit the Honda CRF300L

It runs a 80/100-21 front and a 120/80-18 rear, on IRC Trails from the factory. 15 tyres in our Tyre Finder are made in at least one of those sizes, ranked by green lane score.

Sizes are for the standard UK model and can change between model years. Check the size on your own tyre sidewall, and ask your dealer before fitting a different size. Our size lists come from maker and retailer listings and can miss sizes, so a tyre shown for one end may still be made in your other size. Check the maker's size chart.

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What we actually found

Owners describe it as the quintessential lightweight, stress-free trail bike. Riders consistently report that its 140kg wet chassis and slim profile make it remarkably forgiving when picking through deep mud, tight ruts, and awkward gates. The smooth 286cc single is praised for being virtually stall-proof at walking pace, though heavier or faster riders frequently note that the soft factory suspension sags excessively and demands an aftermarket spring upgrade.

Pros for green laning

• Exceptional light weight: at 140-142 kg wet, it is genuinely light enough to pick up solo after a drop in deep ruts or mud, and far easier to manhandle through technical ground than any multi-cylinder adventure bike.
• Accessible geometry: the slim chassis profile gives confident ground reach for shorter or newer riders, making low-speed paddling across awkward cambers much easier.
• Full-size trail chassis: 260mm suspension travel front and rear combined with 285mm ground clearance and full 21"/18" spoked wheels provide genuine trail-bike capability over rocks, ruts, and fallen branches.
• Low running costs: superb fuel economy (~75-80 mpg) paired with cheap consumables and simple single-cylinder mechanicals make it an inexpensive platform to drop and maintain.

Cons and limitations

• Small fuel range: the 7.8-litre fuel tank delivers roughly 110-135 real-world miles, requiring route planning around fuel stops on full-day lane-linking routes.
• Soft factory suspension: the stock Showa spring and damping rates are noticeably soft, frequently bottoming out or wallowing under riders over 80kg on hard hits.
• Limited road comfort: minimal wind protection, a narrow seat, and modest power output (27.3hp/26.6Nm) make sustained 70mph dual-carriageway transit sections tiring.
• Minimal luggage capacity: lacks factory rear rack mounts, carrying tools, tubes, water and emergency kit requires aftermarket racks or soft luggage harnesses.

Sources: Honda UK official spec page, MCN CRF300L review.