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36/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.08 hp/kg
Torque
26 Nm
Engine
279 ccm
Technical Overview
2008 Honda SH 300i Sporty Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2008 Honda SH 300i Sporty scooter motorcycle, Honda utilizes a 279.1 cc (17 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 13 HP (9.5 kW) at 8,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 26 Nm (19.2 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 46.6 HP per liter and a 2,250 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (8,250 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the SH 300i Sporty measures 161.8 kg (357 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12.45 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,420 mm (55.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 9-liter (2.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
46.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12.45 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–8,250 rpm
Standover Height
785 mm (30.9 in)
Engine
Displacement279.1 ccm (17.03 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power13.0 HP (9.5 kW)) @ 8250 RPM
Torque26.0 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.2 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
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