New 2021 Honda CRF300L and CRF300L Rally - Review and Comparison
Honda certainly has a proud history of producing small four-stroke dual sports that are well-rounded, easy-to-use, reliable and economical, going back to the early 1970s. That same winning formula has made the CRF250L platform the company’s best-selling dual sport with over 35,000 units delivered since its introduction in 2012. For 2021, Honda’s small displacement dual sport line takes a leap forward with the release of the CRF300L and CRF300L Rally.
Rumblings of a new 300cc CRF began appearing at the end of last year but it took several months before we could confirm the updated models would be coming to the states. Not only did we learn more power was on the way, but also upgrades to the suspension and weight reductions — three areas of improvement CRF250L fans have been longing for.
In developing the new CRF300L and CRF300L Rally, Honda had two separate goals in mind. For the standard CRF300L, they wanted to improve its off-road performance without negatively impacting its friendly, approachable nature. With the CRF300L Rally, they wanted to enhance its long-range comfort, while not affecting its all-round performance. Maintaining a low price point for the value-minded rider was also a priority with both models.
Starting with the engine, Honda increased the stroke to boost displacement to 286cc, revised the intake cam timing, and improved the combustion chamber and intake efficiency for a 10% improvement in horsepower and 18% more peak torque. To further aid acceleration, Honda tightened the spacing of 1st through 5th gear, making 6th gear more of an overdrive gear. And smoothing out the delivery of power is an all-new slip-assist clutch with a 20% lighter pull.
A new exhaust, frame, swing arm, and triple clamp have all contributed to weight reductions. The standard CRF300L is now 12 pounds lighter than the outgoing 250cc model and the CRF300L Rally has shed 9 pounds compared to the old version. The revised frame was also designed to increase maneuverability, improve feel, reduce the bike’s width, and increase ground clearance. Both bikes get optimized suspension settings for improved off-road handling as well.
Previously, the CRF250L and CRF250L Rally had different suspension travel numbers. This year, both bikes feature the same 10.2 inches front and rear. That translates into an increase of 0.4 inches in front and 0.8 inches in the rear for the standard CRF300L, while the CRF300L Rally loses 0.8 inches in front and stays about the same in the rear.
The seat height on the CRF300L has gone up slightly (0.3 inches) with the longer-travel suspension but the Rally’s perch stays the same. Ground clearance gets a modest bump of 0.3 inches on the Rally but the standard CRF300L’s underbelly is a full 1.2 inches higher off the ground. Wheelbase has been shortened (0.3 inches) on the CRF300L compared to the CRF250L while the Rally remains about the same, and there are some minor differences in the steering head angle for the Rally as well.
Ergonomics on both bikes have gotten some updates like the 7/8-inch handlebar’s sweep that now offers a more-neutral elbow position, a seat with a slimmer front makes putting a foot down easier and foot pegs were moved rearward to ease shifting. Also, an all-new LCD display now shows gear position, fuel consumption and fuel mileage. In addition, both bikes get a stronger kickstand with a larger foot for improved stability while parked.
Other changes specific to the CRF300L Rally include a bump in fuel capacity from 2.7 gallons up to 3.4 gallons for a welcome increase in range. And to smooth out those vibes on the highway, Honda installed a set of handlebar weights and rubber inserts for the foot pegs. As in previous years, the Rally gets some extras the standard model doesn’t, like the aforementioned larger tank, a small windscreen, wrap-around skid plate, flappy hand guards, a larger-diameter front disc brake, and improved LED lighting. Both bikes can also be ordered with an ABS option, which adds $300 to the MSRP.
Honda CRF300L (Base) - $5,249
+ Destination Charge $380
Honda CRF300L Rally (Base) - $5,999
+ Destination Charge $380
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