Enduro - Offroad · 2020

300 SCF Factory

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42 /100 Commuter

Engine

304 ccm

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300 SCF Factory Performance & Handling Ratings

Power

37/100

304 cc

Torque

42/100

~28 Nm

Agility

96/100

102 kg dry

Ergonomics

35/100

950 mm

Range

66/100

~305 km (9.7L)

Tires, Oil & Maintenance Specs 2020 Factory Reference

300 SCF Factory Tire Size, Oil & Service Capacities

🛞 Front Tire Size

1.6-21

Pressure: 1.0 bar (15 psi)

🛞 Rear Tire Size

2.15-18

Pressure: 1.0 bar (15 psi)

🛢️ Engine Oil & Capacity

SAE 10W-40 / 10W-50 Synthetic 4T (API SN / JASO MA2)

Capacity: 1.40 litres (1.48 US quarts)

⛓️ Final Drive & Chain

Chain 520

6-speed

⚡ Spark Plugs & Battery

NGK CR8E / CR9E

Battery: 12V 7Ah / 9Ah (YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS)

⛽ Fuel Tank & Range

9.70 litres (2.56 US gallons)

Est. Range: ~305 km (190 mi)

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Engine

Displacement 303.7 ccm (18.53 cubic inches)

Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke

Bore x Stroke 84.0 x 54.8 mm (3.3 x 2.2 inches)

Valves/Cylinder 4

Fuel System Carburettor

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Ignition Electric

Lubrication Wet sump forced lubrication

Cooling Liquid

Transmission

Gearbox 6-speed

Final Drive Chain (final drive)

Clutch Hydraulic, multidisc in oil bath

Driveline O-ring / X-ring chain final drive

Chain Size 520

Chassis

Front Suspension KYB

Rear Suspension KYB Shock Absorber With hydraulic setting and spring setting specific to each model 3-way adjustment

Wheelbase 1480 mm (58.3 inches)

Ground Clearance 355 mm (14.0 inches)

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tyre 1.6-21

Rear Tyre 2.15-18

Front Tire Pressure 1.0 bar (15 psi)

Rear Tire Pressure 1.0 bar (15 psi)

Front Brakes Single disc. Brembo

Front Brake Ø 260 mm (10.2 inches)

Rear Brakes Single disc

Rear Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Wheels Wire spoked wheels with aluminium rims

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds)

Seat Height 950 mm (37.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

Fuel Capacity 9.70 litres (2.56 US gallons)

Oil Capacity 1.40 litres (1.48 US quarts)

Service & Fluids

Engine Oil SAE 10W-40 / 10W-50 Synthetic 4T (API SN / JASO MA2)

Brake Fluid DOT 4

Coolant Liquid cooled, ethylene glycol antifreeze 50/50 mix

Spark Plugs NGK CR8E / CR9E

Battery 12V 7Ah / 9Ah (YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS)

Other

Starter Electric

Electrical 12V 7Ah / 9Ah (YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS)

Owner Reviews, Editor Verdict & Safety Recalls Verified 2020 owner feedback, NHTSA/DVSA recall records & editorial review

2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory Pros, Cons, Recalls & Verdict

✓ 5 Positive Owner Reviews (Pros)

Rev-happy 303.7cc DOHC four-stroke motor delivers linear, usable torque seamlessly blending 250F agility with near 450F pulling power.
Competition-tuned KYB 48mm closed-cartridge suspension package provides excellent hold-up and compliance on high-speed cross-country courses.
Full titanium Akrapovic exhaust system improves throttle response across the midrange while shaving critical unsprung mass.
Equipped with cross-country specific hardware including an 18-inch rear wheel, factory skid plate, and Galfer racing brake rotors.
High-end Synerject digital electronic fuel injection system ensures crisp, hesitation-free throttle pick-up across variable elevations.

! 5 Negative Owner Reviews & Known Issues (Cons)

Close-ratio 6-speed transmission is geared for closed-course cross-country, limiting top-end cruising speed on wide-open fire roads.
Noticeably firm Factory valving requires aggressive pacing to work effectively, feeling harsh during low-speed rock crawling.
Relatively small 9.7-liter fuel tank capacity limits range during long-distance GNCC-style desert or woods races.
Replacement OEM Sherco components and specialist race parts can carry high costs and extended dealer lead times.
Starting system is strictly electric without a secondary manual kickstarter for emergency off-grid starting.

★ Editor's Technical Verdict (2020)

The 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory is a potent, dedicated cross-country weapon designed specifically for closed-course off-road racing. By slotting a high-revving 303cc four-stroke engine into an agile 250-sized chassis, it offers riders the ideal compromise between manageable weight and potent overtaking power. Top-shelf KYB suspension and an Akrapovic racing exhaust highlight a race-ready equipment roster straight out of the crate. It is best suited for fast GNCC, hare scramble, and sprint enduro racers looking to dominate the mid-displacement class.

🛡️ Official Safety Recalls (2020) 0 Official Recalls

No official safety recalls reported for this model year.

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Technical Overview

2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory Technical Analysis, Chassis Review & Ownership Overview

Positioned in Sherco's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory features a 303.7 cc (18.5 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. Internal cylinder geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 84.0 x 54.8 mm (3.3 x 2.2 inches), 4 valves per cylinder, fuel delivery managed via carburettor.

On the scales, the 300 SCF Factory measures 102 kg (225 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and dimensional geometry center around a 950 mm (37.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, a 1,480 mm (58.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced cornering agility and high-speed highway composure, and 355 mm (14 in) of minimum ground clearance. The 9.7-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Chassis suspension hardware on the 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory is configured for predictable road feedback with front suspension handled by KYB and rear damping managed via KYB Shock Absorber With hydraulic setting and spring setting specific to each model 3-way adjustment. Braking performance is delivered by single disc, Brembo (260 mm rotor diameter) up front paired with single disc (220 mm) at the rear. Factory rolling stock mounts a 1.6-21 front tire and a 2.15-18 rear tire, sizing the contact patch for predictable turn-in grip and replacement tire availability.

Routine workshop maintenance calls for recommended SAE 10W-40 / 10W-50 Synthetic 4T (API SN / JASO MA2) engine oil (1.40 litres (1.48 US quarts)), NGK CR8E / CR9E spark plugs, cold tire pressures of 1.0 bar (15 psi) front / 1.0 bar (15 psi) rear. Within MotoLibrary's Sherco catalog, this model lineage spans 2 indexed model years (2019–2020), enabling direct year-over-year comparison of equipment and emissions updates. Buyers cross-shopping the 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory in the Enduro - Offroad segment most frequently benchmark its horsepower, seat height, and curb weight against the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT (2017), Yamaha TT-R110E (2018), Yamaha TT-R125LE (2018).

Standover Height

950 mm (37.4 in)

Tire Combination

1.6-21 / 2.15-18

About These 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory Specifications & Data Sources: Technical data for the 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory is compiled from manufacturer OEM service sheets and type-approval records by the MotoLibrary Editorial Team. Performance ratings, seat-height ergonomics, A1/A2 license eligibility, gearing speeds, and ownership cost estimates are calculated across MotoLibrary's database of 43,881+ motorcycles using power-to-weight (HP/kg) ratios and factory chassis dimensions.

✓ Verified against OEM service manuals & type-approval records

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Rider Profile

Who Is This Bike For?

🌲

Best For

Off-Road & Adventure

📏

Seat Height

95 cm / 37.4 in

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Handling

Very lightweight — easy to handle

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Seat Height & Ergonomics Seat: 950 mm (37.4 in)

300 SCF Factory Seat Height & Rider Height Fit

Rider Height 175 cm (5'9")

Leg Inseam 79 cm (31.1")

Footwear Sole:

🟢 Balls of Both Feet (Secure)

Est. Knee Angle: ~92°

Quick Height Reference (950 mm Saddle + 18 mm Seat Width Arc):

163cm (5'4")

1-Foot Only

170cm (5'7")

1-Foot Only

178cm (5'10")

1-Foot Only

185cm (6'1")

1-Foot Only

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License & Power Limit Check EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native)

300 SCF Factory A1, A2 & LAMS License Compatibility

Directly compliant with the ≤35 kW (47 HP) and ≤0.20 kW/kg A2 license limit without restriction kits.

Output (kW / HP)

N/A

Power / Weight

Standard

LAMS Ratio

N/A

🇪🇺 EU/UK A1 (≤11kW) ✗ No

🇪🇺 EU/UK A2 (≤35kW) ✓ Native

🇦🇺 AU/NZ LAMS (≤150kW/t) ✓ Eligible

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* EU Directive 2006/126/EC requires ≤35 kW (47.5 HP), ≤0.20 kW/kg wet weight, and a factory base model not exceeding 70 kW (95 HP) for A2 restriction. Always verify VIN homologation on your registration certificate.

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Engine Design & Chassis Dimensions Bore/Stroke: 1.53:1

300 SCF Factory Engine Stroke, RPM & Steering Geometry

Mean Piston Speed (@ 8,500 RPM)

15.5 m/s (3,051 ft/min)

Low Mechanical Stress (Marathon Longevity)

Bore × Stroke Architecture

84 × 54.8 mm

Extreme Oversquare (High-RPM Top-End Rush)

Steering Rake & Trail

Standard Rake

Neutral Balanced Cornering & Highway Composure

Wheelbase & Stability

1,480 mm (58.3 in)

Balanced street/canyon wheelbase

Engine Note: Mean piston speed (v_m = 2 × Stroke × RPM / 60) measures piston travel velocity at peak power. Values under 18.5 m/s indicate low inertial stress on connecting rods and rings; values above 21.5 m/s approach Formula 1 / MotoGP velocities.

Sprockets, Chain & Cruising RPM Base: 15T / 44T (2.93:1) · Class Ref

300 SCF Factory Sprocket Ratio, RPM & Top Speed

Front Sprocket 15T (0)

Rear Sprocket 44T (0)

Final Ratio

2.93:1

0.0% (Factory Stock)

100 / 120 km/h RPM

Top gear est.

Geared V-Max

~180 km/h

Rule of Thumb: Dropping 1 tooth in the front (-1T) equals roughly adding +2.7 to +3 teeth on the rear sprocket, boosting wheel torque by ~6–7% at the cost of higher highway cruising RPM.

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Tire Pressure & Suspension Travel Travel: 125mm F / 130mm R

300 SCF Factory Tire Pressure (PSI / Bar) & Suspension Sag

1. Riding Setup Mode:

2. Payload / Passenger Load:

Target Rider Sag (F / R)

38 mm Front · 39 mm Rear

Free (Static) Sag target: 10–15 mm

Cold Tire Pressure (F / R)

15 / 15 PSI

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### 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory — Key Specs & Telemetry
| Parameter | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Category** | Enduro - Offroad |
| **Displacement** | 303.7 ccm (18.53 cubic inches) |
| **Power Output** | N/A |
| **Torque** | N/A |
| **Seat Height** | 950 mm (37.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| **Weight (Dry / Wet)** | 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds) / 108.1 kg |
| **Mean Piston Speed** | 15.5 m/s @ 8500 RPM |
| **EU A2 License Status** | EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native) |
| **Source & Full Telemetry** | https://motolibrary.com/bikes/sherco/300-scf-factory/2020 |

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Running & Fuel Cost Estimate

300 SCF Factory Annual Fuel, Maintenance & Ownership Cost

Annual km

Fuel Price ($/L)

Fuel Consumption (L/100km) — estimated

⛽ Fuel

per year

🔧 Maintenance

per year

🛡️ Insurance

per year

TOTAL

* Estimates only. Actual costs vary by country, riding habits, insurance provider and maintenance schedule.

Quick Buyer Answers

2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory have any official safety recalls?

No official safety recalls reported for this model year.

What is the seat height and weight of the 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory?

The 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory has a seat height of 950 mm (37.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting., a dry weight of 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds), and a wet/curb weight of 108.1 kg (estimated).

Is the 2020 Sherco 300 SCF Factory EU A2 or LAMS license legal?

License classification: EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native). Directly compliant with the ≤35 kW (47 HP) and ≤0.20 kW/kg A2 license limit without restriction kits.

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