QJ Motor SRT 300 DX Unveiled, Rivals Honda CRF300 Rally
QJ Motor, a well-known motorcycle brand in China, has launched the SRT 300 DX adventure bike that competes directly with the popular Honda CRF300 Rally. The QJ SRT 300 DX will soon be available in several European and Southeast Asian countries. However, the Chinese motorcycle brand has not yet confirmed the SRT 300 DX's plans to arrive in India.
QJ SRT 300 DX: Powertrain
The QJ SRT 300 DX has a 292.3cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 28.8 hp at 8000 rpm and 24.5Nm of maximum torque at 7000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and a wet multi-plate clutch.
QJ SRT 300 DX: Hardware
The SRT 300 DX is built on a steel frame, complemented by a 21-inch front wheel and an 18-inch rear wheel. Both wheels are equipped with knobby tires to enhance traction on rough terrain. While the exact suspension travel isn't specified, it has upside-down forks in the front and a monoshock in the rear, which add to its height. With a ground clearance of 275mm, it is 10mm higher than the Kawasaki KLX 230. However, the seat height of 890mm could be a challenge for shorter riders.
QJ SRT 300 DX: Price And Rivals
The QJ SRT 300 DX is soon to be launched in the Southeast Asian and European markets at a price tag of around USD 4,350, which is around Rs 3.70 lakh. The SRT 300 DX rivals the Kawasaki KLX 230 and Honda CRF300 Rally.
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