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
Displacement279.0 ccm (17.02 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power25.5 HP (18.6 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.2 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 68.5 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionFully transistorised Battery
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic; centrifugal
DrivelineV-Belt
Chassis
Trail89 mm (3.5 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic front fork
Rear SuspensionTwin
Wheelbase1546 mm (60.9 inches)
Ground Clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-14
Rear Tyre120/70-13
Wheels6-spoke cast aluminium
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.194.0 kg (427.7 pounds)
Seat Height716 mm (28.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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