Kawasaki J300’s 299cc liquid-cooled motor gives smooth acceleration, thanks to the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). Peak power from the maxi-scooter is 27.2bhp, which is great for nipping in and out of inner-city traffic, and there’s enough in store to roll open the throttle for overtaking in the countryside.
The fuel injection system (which uses a 34 mm Keihin throttle body and a 16-bit CPU takes into account coolant temperature, air intake temperature, throttle position, air intake pressure, vehicle speed and crankshaft angle, to automatically meters out the ideal amount of fuel for extremely stable power delivery – regardless of the conditions. Kawasaki wanted the J300 to be economical, but they also wanted it to be fun to ride.
There are also pleasing little touches such as the 12V power socket in the glove box to charge your phone or plugging in your gps navigator or even your action-camera, makes the J300 a well thought out machine.
There is also a foldaway cargo hook on the front inner cover, as a convenient way to secure a small bag up to a maximum load of 3 kg, or simply Malaysians’ favourite: a packet of teh tarik!
