2025 Honda CRF300L ABS
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The 2025 Honda CRF300L is a street-legal dual sport motorcycle built around a 286cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a six-speed transmission, standard ABS, and a curb weight of 311 pounds. Available in Red at Honda of Houston for $5,749, it rides on 43mm inverted forks and a Pro-Link rear shock, each providing 10.2 inches of travel above 11.2 inches of ground clearance.
About the CRF300L ABS
The CRF300L is Honda's street-legal dual sport, built around a 286cc liquid-cooled single that replaced the old 250L platform in 2021 with more displacement, less weight, and a new frame. By 2025 the formula is unchanged because it landed right the first time: 311 pounds, 11.2 inches of ground clearance, 10.2 inches of suspension travel front and rear, and ABS on both wheels. It slots below the CRF450RL in Honda's dual sport lineup and competes directly with the Kawasaki KLX300, offering more suspension travel and a six-speed gearbox for $300 more. Honda of Houston has nine of them in stock, which says more about how these sell in this market than any spec sheet does.
Houston-Area Fit
A street-legal dual sport solves a specific Houston problem: ride to Xtreme Off Road Park in Crosby or Creekside in Splendora without owning a trailer. Sam Houston National Forest trails are about an hour north on pavement, then dirt when you get there. The 11.2 inches of ground clearance is not theoretical in a city where underpasses flood and surface streets develop craters between repair cycles. Right now temperatures are climbing through the 70s with lower humidity than the rest of the year, which is the window to log serious seat time before summer pushes riding to dawn-only schedules. The 2.1-gallon tank is the one limitation to plan around on longer mixed-surface days.
SPECIFICATIONS
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- Model ID
- CRF300LA
- Available Colors
- Red
ENGINE
- Induction
- Programmed Fuel-Injection system (PGM-FI); 38mm throttle body
- Engine Type
- 286cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
- Valve Train
- DOHC; four valves per cylinder
- Bore and Stroke
- 76.0mm x 63.0mm
- Compression Ratio
- 10.7:1
DIMENSIONS
- Rake
- 27°30'
- Trail
- 4.3 inches
- Wheelbase
- 57.2 inches
- Curb Weight
- 311 pounds (includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel)
- Seat Height
- 34.7 inches
- Fuel Capacity
- 2.1 gallons, including 0.5-gallon reserve
- Ground Clearance
- 11.2 inches
DRIVETRAIN
- Final Drive
- #520 chain; 14T/40T
- Transmission
- Six-speed manual
CHASSIS SUSPENSION BRAKES
- Rear Tire
- IRC GP22 120/80-18
- Front Tire
- IRC GP21 80/100-21
- Rear Brake
- Single 220mm disc; ABS
- Front Brake
- Single 256mm disc with twin-piston caliper; ABS
- Rear Suspension
- Pro-Link® single shock; 10.2-inch travel
- Front Suspension
- 43mm inverted fork; 10.2-inch travel
FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATION
- Duration
- Transferable, one year included, limited warranty
- Optional Extended
- Extended coverage available with a HondaCare® Protection Plan
FEATURES
- Liquid-cooled-single engine A liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine keeps the bike light and fuel-efficient without giving up power.
- Double-overhead-cam design Dual overhead cams let the engine rev freely and hold tune with minimal maintenance.
- Fuel injection Starts cleanly in the cold and holds steady fueling across elevation changes no carbureted bike can match.
- Revised suspension Stiffer springs and reworked damping add off-road capability while smoothing out the ride on pavement.
- Wheel sizes A 21-inch front and 18-inch rear open up dual-sport tire options for trail or street use.
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Frequently Asked Questions: 2025 Honda CRF300L ABS
What is the price of the 2025 Honda CRF300L?
The 2025 Honda CRF300L is priced at $5,749 (stock #HM401242). This is a new unit currently in stock at Honda of Houston. For pricing details, current promotions, or to confirm availability, call (281) 506-1300.
Does Honda of Houston offer financing on the CRF300L?
Honda of Houston does offer financing on the CRF300L, including options through Honda Financial Services. You can visit the dealership at 10039 Huffmeister Rd, Houston, TX 77065 to discuss terms and apply, or call (281) 506-1300 to get started over the phone. Credit applications can typically be processed the same day.
What maintenance does the CRF300L require?
Honda recommends oil changes every 4,000 miles or 12 months for the CRF300L's 286cc liquid-cooled single, with more frequent intervals if you ride off-road regularly. The DOHC valve train should be inspected at Honda's specified intervals outlined in the owner's manual. Chain maintenance is ongoing with the #520 drive chain, and the air filter needs frequent attention if you are riding in dusty or muddy conditions, which is the whole point of a dual sport.
Is the CRF300L street-legal in Texas?
Yes, the CRF300L is a factory street-legal dual sport equipped with headlight, taillight, turn signals, mirrors, and a horn. In Texas you will need to title and register it with the DMV, carry liability insurance, and hold a Class M motorcycle license. It also comes with ABS on both wheels, which meets all federal highway safety requirements.
Where can I ride the CRF300L near Houston?
The CRF300L can ride to the dirt on its own, which opens up Xtreme Off Road Park in Crosby and Creekside in Splendora without needing a truck and trailer. Sam Houston National Forest trails are about an hour north on pavement, then dirt when you arrive. Being street-legal, the bike also handles daily commuting and city riding, where the 11.2 inches of ground clearance is genuinely useful on Houston's rougher surface streets.
What warranty comes with the 2025 Honda CRF300L?
The 2025 CRF300L comes with Honda's one-year, unlimited-mileage transferable limited warranty. Extended coverage is also available through a HondaCare Protection Plan, which can be purchased at the time of sale or within the original warranty period. Contact Honda of Houston at (281) 506-1300 for details on HondaCare terms and pricing.