Has the Honda CB300R been discontinued in India? If you are also confused, then you are not alone.
According to the sales data, only 1 unit of the bike has been sold in the last 3 months.
So has this legendary neo-retro roadster silently disappeared from the market?
And why is Honda itself not saying anything about it? Let's understand this mystery in a little detail.
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History & Background: A Promising Start, But Slow Ride.
Honda CB300R was first launched in India in February 2019, and at that time, its price was Rs 2.41 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The bike’s compact neo-retro design, all-LED lighting setup, and simple but informative LCD were liked by many people.
The bike was powered by a 286cc liquid-cooled engine that produced 31PS at 9,000rpm and 27.5 Nm at 7,500rpm. Being lightweight (kerb weight of just 146kg), its handling and performance were both quite strong, but the power figures were a bit less than the competition in the segment.
Honda CB300R Performance & Specs: Balanced But Not Aggressive.
The engine of the Honda CB300R was not very impressive on paper, but its light chassis and nimble ride quality made it a good package for urban riders.
The performance of this bike was perfectly tuned for daily riding, but when it came to the pure 300cc performance thrill, many riders found it underwhelming, especially when competitors were offering more.
2022 Update: Pricey Upgrade That Didn’t Click.
In January 2022, Honda updated the CB300R with a BS6-compliant engine, a new paint scheme, and golden colored inverted forks. But with these upgrades, the price shot up to Rs 2.77 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). This price tag seemed unjustified for many buyers, as both features and performance were a bit below the rivals.
2023 Price Drop: Too Late For a Comeback.
Honda later realised its mistake, and reduced the price of its CB300R by Rs 37,000 through heavy localisation in 2023, but by then it was already too late. Bikes like Triumph Speed 400, Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 had entered the market with new features, and the relevance of CB300R had reduced considerably.
Current Status: Is it Still On Sale or Not?
CB300R is still listed on Honda’s official website, and customer care says that the bike is “still available”. But dealership sources say that Honda silently discontinued the bike 2-3 months ago.
As per data from SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers), only 1 Honda CB300R unit was sold between March and May 2025, which indicates that there is a problem in either production or distribution.
Honda CB300R Price in India: Most Expensive in Its Class?
The current price of the Honda CB300R is Rs 2.40 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It feels a bit outdated at this price point, especially when you get competitors like the Triumph Speed 400 and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 that offer more performance and features.
On top of that, the availability of the CB300R is also restricted to limited cities and dealerships, which creates more problems for buyers.
CB300R Launch Date in India: Past Success, Uncertain Future.
The CB300R did create initial buzz after its launch in February 2019, but the bike’s graph went down due to a lack of consistent updates and market-ready pricing. An attempt was made to make a comeback in 2022, but it was not successful.
Now that only one unit has been sold in the last 3 months, it is almost confirmed that the CB300R has come to an end in India, whether the brand gives an official statement on this or not.
What Next From Honda?
Honda is still quite active in the Indian market, and they recently launched bigger bikes like the NX500 and Rebel 500. But now they have no real contender in the 300cc performance category – only the CB300F, which is nothing more than a sporty commuter.
Next, Honda is expected to launch the CB500F in India soon, so that it can give tough competition to rivals like the Aprilia Tuono 457 in the mid-size naked segment.
End Of an Era For The Honda CB300R?
Whether the Honda CB300R is officially discontinued or not, the ground reality shows that the bike has now almost disappeared from the buyer’s radar.
Limited sales, poor availability, and strong competition have challenged its existence. If Honda wants to keep its enthusiasts happy, it will have to plan a serious comeback in the next-gen 300-500cc category.
Salini Tiwari is a passionate automobile blogger specializing in bikes. With around 1 year of dedicated experience in the motorcycle niche, she combines personal interest with ongoing research to deliver valuable insights for enthusiasts. Her articles on Accelon Motors reflect a genuine understanding of two-wheelers, riding trends, and performance analysis, making her a trusted voice among readers seeking expert-backed bike content.