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NSS300 Forza

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38 /100 Commuter
Power
26 HP
Torque
26 Nm
Engine
279 ccm

2013 Honda NSS300 Forza Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2013 Honda NSS300 Forza features a 279 cc (17 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 25.5 HP (18.6 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 26 Nm (19.2 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through belt final drive. With a specific output of 91.4 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (5,000 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the NSS300 Forza measures 194 kg (428 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.61 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 716 mm (28.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,546 mm (60.9 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 11.6-liter (3.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2013 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
91.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.61 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,000–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
716 mm (28.2 in)
Engine
Displacement 279.0 ccm (17.02 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 25.5 HP (18.6 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque 26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.2 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression 10.5:1
Bore x Stroke 72.0 x 68.5 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ignition Fully transistorised Battery
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Automatic; centrifugal
Driveline V-Belt
Chassis
Trail 89 mm (3.5 inches)
Front Suspension Telescopic front fork
Rear Suspension Twin
Wheelbase 1546 mm (60.9 inches)
Ground Clearance 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-14
Rear Tyre 120/70-13
Wheels 6-spoke cast aluminium
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 194.0 kg (427.7 pounds)
Seat Height 716 mm (28.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 11.60 litres (3.06 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 1.50 litres (1.59 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black, white, grey
Electrical 11Ah-MF battery.
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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City & Commuting
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Seat Height
71.6 cm / 28.2 in
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