Honda CB300F 2014 Owner's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Honda Manuals
  4. Motorcycle
  5. CB300F 2014
  6. Owner's manual
Honda CB300F 2014 Owner's Manual

Honda CB300F 2014 Owner's Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle
and should remain with the motorcycle when it is resold.
This publication includes the latest production information available
before printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make
changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written
permission.
The vehicle pictured in this owner's manual may not match your actual
vehicle.
© 2014 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
http://www.motorcycle.in.th

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Honda CB300F 2014

Summary of Contents for Honda CB300F 2014

  • Page 1 This publication includes the latest production information available before printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
  • Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of a new The following code in this manual indicates the country. Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a Honda makes you part of a worldwide family Country Code of satisfied customers who appreciate Honda’s reputation for building quality into...
  • Page 3 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very DANGER important. Operating this motorcycle safely is You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY an important responsibility. HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Contents Motorcycle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 18 Maintenance P. 32 Troubleshooting P. 74 Information P. 93 Specifications P. 104 Index P. 107 http://www.motorcycle.in.th...

  • Page 5: Motorcycle Safety

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Motorcycle Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your motorcycle. Please read this section carefully. Safety Guidelines .........P. 3 Image Labels..........P. 6 Safety Precautions ........P. 11 Riding Precautions ........P. 12 Accessories & Modifications......P. 15 Loading ............P.

  • Page 6: Safety Guidelines

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines that you and your passenger are both wearing an approved motorcycle helmet and protective Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding ● Perform all routine and regular inspections onto the grab rails or your waist, leaning with specified in this manual.
  • Page 7 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Safety Guidelines Make Yourself Easy to See Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition Make yourself more visible, especially at night, It’s important to keep your motorcycle properly by wearing bright reflective clothing, maintained and in safe riding condition.
  • Page 8 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Safety Guidelines check the tightness of critical nuts and bolts, WARNING and check the handlebar, control levers, brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously. Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Your motorcycle may have suffered damage Breathing it can cause that is not immediately apparent.

  • Page 9: Image Labels

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Image Labels Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner’s Manual carefully. The following pages describe the label meanings. Some labels warn you of Read instructions contained in Shop Manual potential hazards that could cause serious injury.
  • Page 10 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Image Labels BATTERY LABEL DANGER • Keep flame and spark away from the battery. Battery produce explosive gas that can cause explosion. • Wear the eye protection and rubber gloves when handling the battery, or you can get burned or lose your eyesight by the battery electrolyte.
  • Page 11 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Image Labels RADIATOR CAP LABEL DANGER NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT. Hot coolant will scald you. Relief pressure valve begins to open at 108 kPa. ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL WARNING ACCESSORIES AND LOADING • The safety stability and handling of this motorcycle may be affected by the addition of accessories and luggage.
  • Page 12 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Image Labels TYRE INFORMATION LABEL Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Rear 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) [Driver and passenger] RX-01FD Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm...
  • Page 13 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Image Labels SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only DRIVE CHAIN LABEL Keep chain adjusted and lubricated. 25mm 20 to 30 mm (0.8 to 1.2 in) Freeplay CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 3.0 kg (6.6 lb)

  • Page 14: Safety Precautions

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Safety Precautions ● Safety Precautions Face shield with unobstructed field of vision or other approved eye protection ● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the WARNING handlebar and feet on the footpegs. ●...

  • Page 15: Riding Precautions

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Riding Precautions Riding Precautions Brakes Observe the following guidelines: ● Running-in Period Avoid excessively hard braking and down- shifts. During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, Sudden braking can reduce the follow these guidelines to ensure your motorcycle's stability.
  • Page 16 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Riding Precautions ❙ ❙ Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Engine Braking This model is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle System (ABS) designed to help prevent the down when you release the throttle. For further brakes from locking up during hard braking.
  • Page 17 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Riding Precautions 3. Slowly lean the motorcycle to the left until its Parking weight rests on the side stand. ● Park on a firm, level paved surface. 4. Turn the handlebar fully to the left.

  • Page 18: Accessories & Modifications

    Honda or make modifications to your motorcycle from its Follow all instructions in this owner’s original design. Doing so can make it unsafe.

  • Page 19: Loading

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Loading Loading WARNING ● Carrying extra weight affects your Overloading or improper loading can motorcycle’s handling, braking and stability. cause a crash and you can be seriously Always ride at a safe speed for the load you hurt or killed.
  • Page 20 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul http://www.motorcycle.in.th...

  • Page 21: Operation Guide

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Parts Location (P59) Rear brake fluid reservoir Battery (P51) (P91) Main fuse (P90) Fuse box ABS fuse (P92) Front brake fluid reservoir (P59) Throttle grip (P69) (P53) Engine oil fill cap (P54) Engine oil filter...
  • Page 22 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Clutch lever (P66) (P30) Fuel fill cap (P50) Front seat (P49) Rear seat Rear suspension spring preload adjuster (P71) (P62) Drive chain Crankcase breather (P70) Shift lever (P29) Side stand (P61) http://www.motorcycle.in.th...
  • Page 23 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Instruments Tachometer red zone button button (excessive engine rpm range) Tachometer NOTICE Do not operate the engine in the tachometer red zone. Excessive engine speed can adversely affect engine life. http://www.motorcycle.in.th...
  • Page 24 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Display Check When the ignition switch is turned on, all the mode and digital segments will show, and the tachometer segment progress to maximum scale and then disappear. If any part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems.
  • Page 25 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Instruments Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] button switches between odometer & tripmeters. • Odometer: Total distance ridden. • Tripmeter: Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset (press and hold the button to reset to 0.0 km).
  • Page 26 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul To set the clock: Press the button until the desired minute is displayed. Turn the ignition switch on. Press and hold to advance the minute Press and hold the buttons fast. until the hour digits start flashing.
  • Page 27 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Indicators PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned on with the engine stop switch in the (Run) position. If it comes on while engine is running:...
  • Page 28 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Neutral indicator High beam indicator Comes on when the transmission is in Neutral. High coolant temperature ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) indicator indicator Comes on briefly when the ignition Comes on when the ignition switch is turned switch is turned on.
  • Page 29 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Switches Engine stop switch Should normally remain in the Run position. In an emergency, switch to the off position (the starter motor will not operate)to stop the engine. Start button Horn button Turn signal switch Pressing the switch turns the turn signal off.
  • Page 30 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Ignition Switch Turns electrical system on for starting/riding. Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the steering. Turns engine off. Key can be removed when in the OFF or LOCK position. LOCK Locks steering. Steering Lock ❙...
  • Page 31 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Starting the Engine Start your engine using the following Make sure the engine stop switch is in the (Run) position. procedure, regardless of whether the engine is cold or warm. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  • Page 32 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Shifting Gears Your motorcycle transmission has six forward gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. 2 3 4 If you put the motorcycle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off.
  • Page 33 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Refuelling Opening the Fuel Fill Cap Fuel fill cap Open the lock cover, insert the ignition key, Ignition key Filler neck plate and turn it clockwise to open the cap. Closing the Fuel Fill Cap After refuelling, align the fuel fill cap latch with the slot in the filler neck.
  • Page 34 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Storage Equipment The Helmet holder, helmet set wire (in the tool kit), tool kit, and document bag are located under the rear seat. Document bag Helmet set wire Helmet holder Tool kit WARNING Riding with a helmet attached to the...

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data. Importance of Maintenance ......P. 33 Side Stand ..........P. 61 Maintenance Schedule.......P. 34 Drive Chain..........P. 62 Maintenance Fundamentals ......P.

  • Page 36: Importance Of Maintenance

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your motorcycle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions absolutely essential to your safety and to before you begin each task, and make sure that protect your investment, obtain maximum you have the tools, parts, and skills required.

  • Page 37: Maintenance Schedule

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule specifies the All scheduled maintenance is considered a maintenance requirements necessary to normal owner operating cost and will be ensure safe, dependable performance, and charged for by your dealer. Retain all proper emission control.
  • Page 38 : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace if necessary) you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. : Clean Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. : Lubricate : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle : Replace serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 39 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Schedule Odometer Reading* Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 37 × 1,000 mi Drive Chain Slider Brake Fluid* 2 Years Brake Pads Wear Brake System...

  • Page 40: Maintenance Fundamentals

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Fundamentals ● Drive chain − Check condition and slack, Pre-ride Inspection adjust and lubricate if necessary. P. 62 To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to ● Brakes − Check operation; perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure Front and Rear: check brake fluid level and that any problem you find is corrected.
  • Page 41 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts WARNING Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Installing non-Honda parts may make equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. your motorcycle unsafe and cause a When ordering coloured components, specify...
  • Page 42 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Fundamentals Battery WARNING Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type The battery gives off explosive battery. You do not have to check the battery hydrogen gas during normal electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the operation.
  • Page 43 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Fundamentals 3. If the terminals are heavily corroded, clean Fuses and polish the terminals with a wire brush or Fuses protect the electrical circuits on your sandpaper. Wear safety glasses. motorcycle. If something electrical on your motorcycle stops working, check for and replace any blown fuses.
  • Page 44 Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the For recommended engine oil, see circular API service symbol. “Specifications.” P. 105 If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following standards: ● JASO T 903 standard*...
  • Page 45 If either has worn or damaged teeth, NOTICE have the sprocket replaced by your dealer. Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces. Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly. Recommended brake fluid: Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent Damaged Normal Worn (GOOD) (REPLACE)
  • Page 46 Drive chain lubricant designed specifically for O-ring chains. Recommended Coolant If not available, use SAE 80 or 90 gear oil. Pro Honda HP coolant is a pre-mixed solution of antifreeze and distilled water. Concentration: 50% antifreeze and 50% distilled water...
  • Page 47 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Fundamentals A concentration of up to 60% will provide Tyres (Inspecting/Replacing) better protection in colder climates. ❙ Checking the Air Pressure Visually inspect your tyres and use an air NOTICE pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at...
  • Page 48 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ Inspecting for Abnormal Wear WARNING Inspect the tyres for signs of abnormal Riding on tyres that are excessively wear on the contact worn or improperly inflated can cause surface. a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
  • Page 49 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Fundamentals Have your tyres replaced by your dealer. WARNING For recommended tyres, air pressure and minimum tread depth, see “Specifications.” Installing improper tyres on your P. 105 motorcycle can adversely affect Follow these guidelines whenever you replace handling and stability, and can cause a tyres.
  • Page 50 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Maintenance Fundamentals Air Cleaner This motorcycle is equipped with a viscous type air cleaner element. Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can degrade the viscous element performance and cause the intake of dust.

  • Page 51: Tool Kit

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tool Kit The tool kit is stored under the rear seat. P. 49 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the tools contained in the kit. ● Pin spanner ●...

  • Page 52: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Removing & Installing Body Components ❙ Rear Seat Removal 1. Insert the ignition key into the seat lock. 2. Turn it clockwise, then pull the rear seat Prongs Rear seat up and back. ❙...

  • Page 53: Front Seat

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Removing & Installing Body Components Front Seat ❙ Front Seat Removal 1. Remove the rear seat. P. 49 2. Remove the mounting bolts, and then pull Mounting bolts Front seat the front seat back and up.

  • Page 54: Battery

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Battery 2. Remove the battery holder by removing the bolt. 3. Disconnect the negative terminal from Bolt Positive Negative the battery. terminal terminal 4. Disconnect the positive terminal from the battery.

  • Page 55: Clip

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Removing & Installing Body Components Clip Clip The clip must be removed to remove the headlight assembly. ❙ Removal 1. Press down on the centre pin to release the lock. 2. Pull the clip out of the hole.

  • Page 56: Engine Oil

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. Oil level inspection 2. Turn the ignition switch off, stop the window engine and wait for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Page 57 Make sure no foreign objects enter the motorcycle serviced by your dealer. oil filler opening. Wipe up any spills immediately. Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or 2. Securely reinstall the oil fill cap. equivalent specified for your model. NOTICE Using the wrong oil filter can result in serious damage to the engine.
  • Page 58 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil & Filter 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 6. Remove the oil filter cover, oil filter, to 5 minutes. spring and gasket by removing the oil 2.
  • Page 59 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil & Filter 7. Install the new oil filter with the OUT- 11. Check the oil level. P. 53 SIDE mark facing out. 12. Check that there are no oil leaks.

  • Page 60: Coolant

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Coolant Checking the Coolant 1. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level UPPER level surface. 2. Hold your motorcycle in an upright position. 3. Check that the coolant level is between the UPPER and LOWER level marks in the reserve tank.
  • Page 61 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Coolant Changing Coolant 1. Remove the screw. 2. Pull out the prong from the hole and Reserve tank cap remove the reserve tank cover. 3. Remove the reserve tank cap and add Reserve tank cover fluid while monitoring the coolant level.

  • Page 62: Brakes

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Brakes Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is below the LWR or LOWER level mark or the 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright brake lever and pedal freeplay becomes position on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 63 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Brakes Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspecting the Brake Pads Front Check the condition of the brake pad wear Wear Wear indicators. indicator indicator The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad is worn to the indicator.

  • Page 64: Side Stand

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Side Stand 4. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, and shift the transmission into gear. 5. Lower the side stand all the way. The engine should stop as you lower the side stand.

  • Page 65: Drive Chain

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Drive Chain Inspecting the Drive Chain 3. Check the slack in the lower half of the drive chain midway between the Slack sprockets. Check the drive chain slack at several points Drive chain slack: along the chain.
  • Page 66 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack 5. Inspect the sprockets. P. 42 Front edge of 6. Clean and lubricate the drive chain. adjusting slot P. 43 Lock nut Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Adjusting the chain requires special tools.
  • Page 67 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack 5. Turn both adjusting nuts an equal number 7. Tighten the rear axle nut. of turns until the correct drive chain slack Torque: 88 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65 lbf·ft).
  • Page 68 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Drive Chain Checking the Drive Chain Slider ❙ Checking the Drive Chain Wear Checking the Drive Chain Slider Check the chain wear label when adjusting Check the condition of the drive chain slider. the drive chain. If the index mark on the...

  • Page 69: Clutch

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Clutch Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear. If necessary have it replaced by your ❙ Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay dealer. Lubricate the clutch cable with a Check the clutch lever freeplay.
  • Page 70 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Adjusting the Clutch Lever Upper clutch cable adjuster Freeplay Upper lock nut ❙ Upper Adjustment Attempt adjustment with the upper clutch – cable adjuster first. 1. Pull back the rubber dust cover.
  • Page 71 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay 1. Loosen the upper lock nut and turn the Lower lock nut upper clutch cable adjuster all the way in (to provide maximum freeplay). Tighten the upper lock nut.

  • Page 72: Throttle

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Throttle Checking the Throttle With the engine off, check that the throttle rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully open in all steering positions and throttle freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not...

  • Page 73: Crankcase Breather

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather 1. Remove the crankcase breather tube plug from the tube. 2. Drain deposits into a suitable container. 3. Install the crankcase breather tube plug. Crankcase breather tube plug...

  • Page 74: Other Adjustments

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Attempting to adjust directly from 1 to 5 or 5 to 1 may damage the shock absorber. ❙ Spring Preload NOTICE Do not attempt to disassemble, service, or improperly You can adjust the spring preload by the dispose of the damper.

  • Page 75: Headlight Aim

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim Adjusting the Headlight Aim You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. Turn the pinion using a Phillips screwdriver provided in the tool kit Lower P.

  • Page 76: Brakelight Switch

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Other Adjustments Adjusting the Brakelight Switch Adjusting the Brakelight Brakelight switch Switch Check the operation of the brakelight switch. Turn the adjusting nut in the direction A if the switch operates too late, or turn the nut in the direction B if the switch operates too soon.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start .........P. 75 Electrical Trouble ........P. 86 Overheating (High coolant temperature Battery Goes Dead ........P. 86 indicator is on)..........P. 76 Burned-out Light Bulb....... P. 86 Warning Indicators On or Flashing ...P. 77 Blown Fuse ..........

  • Page 78: Engine Will Not Start

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Engine Will Not Start ❙ ❙ Starter Motor Operates But Engine Starter Motor Does Not Operate Does Not Start Check the following items: ● Check the following items: Make sure engine stop switch is (Run) ●...

  • Page 79: Overheating (High Coolant Temperature Indicator Is On)

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on) The engine is overheating when the 2. Check that the radiator fan is operating, following occurs: and then turn the ignition switch to the ● High coolant temperature indicator comes OFF position.

  • Page 80: Warning Indicators On Or Flashing

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Warning Indicators On or Flashing PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel ● Indicator comes on or starts flashing while riding. Injection) Malfunction Indicator ● Indicator does not come on when the Lamp (MIL) ignition switch is in the ON position.

  • Page 81: Other Warning Indications

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Other Warning Indications Fuel Gauge Failure Indication If the fuel system has an error, the fuel gauge will be displayed as shown in the illustration. If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 82: Tyre Puncture

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tyre Puncture Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel WARNING requires special tools and technical expertise. We recommend you have this type of service Riding your motorcycle with a performed by your dealer. temporary tyre repair can be risky. If...
  • Page 83 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels ❙ Front Wheel Mounting bolts Removal Front axle nut 1. Park on a firm, level surface. 2. Remove the mounting bolts and remove the brake caliper. Support the brake caliper assembly so Brake that it doesn’t hang from the brake...
  • Page 84 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 4. Loosen the axle pinch bolt. 5. Support your motorcycle securely and Front axle shaft raise the front wheel off the ground using a maintenance stand or a hoist. 6. Remove the front axle shaft, front wheel and side collars.
  • Page 85 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Installation NOTICE 1. Attach the side collars to the wheel. When installing the brake caliper into position on the 2. Position the wheel between the fork legs fork leg, carefully fit the brake disc between the pads and insert the front axle shaft from the to avoid scratching them.
  • Page 86 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels ❙ Rear Wheel 4. Remove the drive chain from the rear wheel sprocket by pushing the rear Removal wheel forward. 1. Support your motorcycle securely and raise the rear wheel off the ground using a maintenance stand or a hoist.
  • Page 87 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 5. Remove the rear axle shaft, side collars NOTICE and rear wheel. When installing the brake caliper into position, carefully Support the brake caliper assembly so fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid scratching that it doesn’t hang from the brake...
  • Page 88 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 3. Adjust the drive chain. P. 63 4. Install and tighten the rear axle nut. Torque: 88 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65 lbf·ft). 5. After installing the wheel, apply the brake pedal several times, then check if the wheel rotates freely.

  • Page 89: Electrical Trouble

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Electrical Trouble Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb Charge the battery using a motorcycle Follow the procedure below to replace a battery charger. burned-out light bulb. Remove the battery from the motorcycle Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK before charging.
  • Page 90 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Headlight Bulb Dust cover Left side (Right side similar) Clip Bolts Bulb Connector 2. Pull off the connector without turning. 3. Remove the dust cover. 4. Press the pin down and pull out the bulb without turning it.
  • Page 91 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ ❙ Position Light Bulb Brake/Tail Light Bulb Bulb Bulb Socket Socket 1. Remove the rear seat. P. 49 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise, and 1. Pull out the socket.
  • Page 92 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ ❙ Front/Rear Turn Signal Bulb License Plate Light 1. Remove the screw A and screw B. 1. Remove the screws. 2. Remove the turn signal lens and lens 2.

  • Page 93: Blown Fuse

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse Spare fuses Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and Replacing Fuses.” P. 40 ❙ Fuse Box Fuses 1. Remove the front seat. P. 50 2. Open the fuse box cover.
  • Page 94 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse ❙ Main Fuse 3. Pull the main fuse out and check for a blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a spare of the same rating. Wire connector Spare main fuse is provided in the starter magnetic switch.
  • Page 95 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse ❙ ABS Fuse 1. Remove the front seat. P. 50 2. Open the ABS fuse box cover. 3. Pull the fuse out and check for a blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a Spare fuse spare of the same rating.

  • Page 96: Information

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Information Keys.............P. 94 ..P. 95 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Fuels Containing Alcohol......P. 96 Catalytic Converter ........P. 97 Caring for Your Motorcycle.......P. 98 Storing Your Motorcycle ......P. 101 Transporting Your Motorcycle ....P. 101 You & the Environment ......P. 102 Serial Numbers .........P.

  • Page 97: Keys

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Keys Keys Ignition key Be sure to record the key number provided with the key number plate and record it in this manual. Store the spare key in a safe location. To make a duplicate, take the spare key or the key number to your dealer.

  • Page 98: Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter Other Features The tripmeter returns to 0.0 when the read-out exceeds 9,999.9. Ignition Switch Document Bag The headlight is always on when the ignition The owner’s manual, registration, and switch is ON.

  • Page 99: Fuels Containing Alcohol

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Fuels Containing Alcohol Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10% ethanol may: ● Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol Damage the painting of the fuel tank. ● are available in some locales to help reduce Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line.

  • Page 100: Catalytic Converter

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Catalytic Converter Catalytic Converter Follow these guidelines to protect your motorcycle’s catalytic converter. ● This motorcycle is equipped with a three-way Always use unleaded petrol. Leaded petrol catalytic converter. The catalytic converter will damage the catalytic converter.

  • Page 101: Caring For Your Motorcycle

    Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to 3. Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with plenty ensure the long life of your Honda. A clean of clean water and dry with a soft, clean motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential cloth.
  • Page 102 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Caring for Your Motorcycle ❙ ● Washing Precautions Do not direct water at the air cleaner: Follow these guidelines when washing: Water in the air cleaner can prevent the ● Do not use high-pressure washers: engine from starting.
  • Page 103 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Caring for Your Motorcycle ● To remove stubborn stains, use diluted When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty of do not use a commercially available abrasive water.

  • Page 104: Storing Your Motorcycle

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Storing Your Motorcycle Storing Your Motorcycle After removing your motorcycle from storage, inspect all maintenance items required by the If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you Maintenance Schedule. should consider using a full-body motorcycle cover.

  • Page 105: You & The Environment

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul You & the Environment You & the Environment drain or on the ground. Used oil, petrol, coolant, and cleaning solvents contain poisons Owning and riding a motorcycle can be that can hurt refuse workers and contaminate enjoyable, but you must do your part to protect drinking water, lakes, rivers, and oceans.

  • Page 106: Serial Numbers

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Serial Numbers Serial Numbers The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely identify your motorcycle and are required in order to register your motorcycle. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. The frame number is stamped on the right side of the steering head.

  • Page 107: Specifications

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Specifications Specifications ■ Main Components Displacement 286 cm (17.45 cu-in) Type NC52 Bore × stroke 76 × 63 mm (2.99 × 2.48 in) Overall length 2,035 mm (80.1 in) Compression ratio 10.7:1 Overall width 760 mm (29.9 in)
  • Page 108 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Specifications ■ Service Data 1.4 litres (1.5 US qt, After draining Front 110/70-17M/C 54S 1.2 Imp qt) Tyre size Rear 140/70-17M/C 66S After draining & Engine oil 1.5 litres (1.6 US qt, engine oil filter...
  • Page 109 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Specifications ■ Torque Specifications Drive chain lubricant designed specially Recommended drive for O-ring chains. If not available, use SAE Engine oil drain bolt 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft) chain lubricant 80 or 90 gear oil.

  • Page 110: Index

    Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Index Index ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Caring for Your Motorcycle...... 98 Indicator ..........25, 77 Clip ............. 52 Accessories..........15 Clock............22 Clutch System ..........66 Colour Label ..........38 Battery ..........39, 51 Coolant ..........
  • Page 111 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Environment ..........102 Equipment Headlight Aim..........72 Owner’s Manual........95 Headlight Dimmer Switch ......26 Tool Kit ............ 48 Helmet Holder ...........31 High Beam Indicator........25 High Coolant Temperature Flooded Engine ......... 28 Indicator ..........25, 76 Frame Number......... 103 Horn Button ..........26...
  • Page 112 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Maintenance Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ... 24, 77 Fundamentals .......... 37 Protective Apparel ........11 Importance ..........33 Safety ............33 Schedule ..........34 Rear Seat............ 49 Maximum Weight Limit......31 Rear Suspension ........
  • Page 113 Honda CB300F and CB300FA Owner's Manaul Tripmeter ..........22, 95 Safety Precautions........11 Troubleshooting ........74 Serial Numbers ........103 Turn Signal Indicator .........24 Shifting Gears ..........29 Turn Signal Switch ........26 Side Stand ..........61 Tyres Side Stand Ignition Cut-off System ..61 Air Pressure..........44...

This manual is also suitable for:

Cb300fa 2014

Table of Contents