20212021 Owner’s Manual

1 20212021 CRF300L/LAOwner s ManualThis Manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicleand should remain with the vehicle when it is publication includes the latest production information availablebefore printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to makechanges at any time without notice and without incurring part of this publication may be reproduced without vehicle pictured in this owner s Manual may not match youractual vehicle. 2020 Honda Motor Co., on your purchase of a newHonda vehicle. Your selection of a Hondamakes you part of a worldwide family ofsatisfied customers who appreciate Honda'sreputation for building quality into ensure your safety and riding pleasure: Read this owner 's Manual carefully. Follow all recommendations andprocedures contained in this Manual . Pay close attention to safety messagescontained in this Manual and on protect your investment, we urge you totake responsibility for keeping your vehiclewell serviced and maintained.

2 Also, observethe break-in guidelines, and always performthe pre-ride inspection and other periodicchecks in this service is required, remember thatyour Honda dealer knows your vehicle you have the required mechanical know-how and tools, you can purchase an officialHonda Service Manual to help you performmany maintenance and repair tasks. 2P. 124 Read the warranty information thoroughly sothat you understand the warranty coverageand that you are aware of your rights andresponsibilities. 2P. 125 You may also want to visit our website riding!A Few Words About SafetyYour safety, and the safety of others, is veryimportant. Operating this vehicle safely is animportant help you make informed decisions aboutsafety, we have provided operatingprocedures and other information on safetylabels and in this Manual . This informationalerts you to potential hazards that couldhurt you or course, it is not practical or possible towarn you about all hazards associated withoperating or maintaining a vehicle.

3 You mustuse your own good will find important safety information in avariety of forms, including: Safety labels on the vehicle Safety Messages preceded by a safety alertsymbol and one of three signal words:DANGER, WARNING, or signal words mean:3 DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don t follow CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don t follow CAN be HURT if you don t important information isprovided under the following titles:NOTICEI nformation to help you avoiddamage to your vehicle, otherproperty, or the SafetyP. 2 Operation GuideP. 18 MaintenanceP. 52 TroubleshootingP. 94 InformationP. 108 SpecificationsP. 132 Safety 3 Safety 7 Safety 9 Riding 11 Accessories & 15 Off-Road 17 This section contains important information for safe riding of your read this section SafetySafety GuidelinesFollow these guidelines to enhance your safety: Perform all routine and regular inspectionsspecified in this Manual .

4 Stop the engine and keep sparks and flameaway before filling the fuel tank. Do not run the engine in enclosed or partlyenclosed areas. Carbon monoxide inexhaust gases is toxic and can kill Wear a HelmetIt's a proven fact: helmets and protectiveapparel significantly reduce the number andseverity of head and other injuries. So alwayswear an approved helmet and protectiveapparel. 2P. 9 Before RidingMake sure that you are physically fit, mentallyfocused and free of alcohol and drugs. Checkthat you and your passenger are both wearingan approved helmet and protective your passenger on holding onto theseat strap or your waist, leaning with you inturns, and keeping their feet on the footpegs,even when the vehicle is Time to Learn & PracticeEven if you have ridden other vehicles, practiceriding in a safe area to become familiar withhow this vehicle works and handles, and tobecome accustomed to the vehicle's size recommend that all riders take a certifiedcourse approved by the Motorcycle SafetyFoundation (MSF) or a state approved trainingcourse.

5 New riders should start with the basiccourse, and even experienced riders will find theadvanced course GuidelinesVehicle Safety3 ContinuedFor information about the MSF training coursenearest you, call the national toll-free number:(800) Other riding tips can be found in the Youand Your Motorcycle Riding Tips booklet thatcame with your off-road riding skill is a gradualstep-by step process. Start by practicing at lowspeeds in a safe area and slowly build your dealer if there are off-road ridinggroups in your area where you can learn fromexperienced riders. Also be sure to read Tips &Practice Guide for the Off-Highway Motorcyclistthat came with your new DefensivelyAlways pay attention to other vehicles aroundyou, and do not assume that other drivers seeyou. Be prepared to stop quickly or perform anevasive Yourself Easy to SeeMake yourself more visible, especially at night,by wearing bright reflective clothing, positioningyourself so other drivers can see you, signalingbefore turning or changing lanes, and usingyour horn when Alert for Off-road HazardsThe terrain can be present a variety ofchallenges when you ride read the terrain for unexpectedturns, drop-offs, rocks, ruts and other keep your speed low enough to allowtime to see and react to within Your LimitsNever ride beyond your personal abilities orfaster than conditions warrant.

6 Fatigue andinattention can impair your ability to use goodjudgment and ride GuidelinesVehicle Safety4 Don't Drink or Use Drugs and RideAlcohol or drugs and riding don't mix. Even onealcoholic drink can reduce your ability torespond to changing conditions, and yourreaction time gets worse with every additionaldrink. The same is true for drug use. Don't drinkor use and ride, and don't let your friends do Your Honda in Safe ConditionIt's important to keep your vehicle properlymaintained and in safe riding a breakdown can be difficult, especiallyif you are stranded off-road far from your your vehicle before every ride andperform all recommended maintenance. Neverexceed load limits (2P. 17), and do not modifyyour vehicle or install accessories that wouldmake your vehicle unsafe (2P. 15).If You are Involved in a CrashPersonal safety is your first priority. If you oranyone else has been injured, take time toassess the severity of the injuries and whether itis safe to continue riding.

7 Call for emergencyassistance if needed. Also follow applicable lawsand regulations if another person or vehicle isinvolved in the you decide to continue riding, first turn theignition switch to the OFF position, and evaluatethe condition of your vehicle. Inspect for fluidleaks, check the tightness of critical nuts andbolts, and check the handlebar, control levers,brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and vehicle may have suffered damage that isnot immediately apparent. Have your vehiclethoroughly checked at a qualified service facilityas soon as GuidelinesVehicle Safety5 ContinuedCarbon Monoxide HazardExhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, acolorless, odorless gas. Breathing carbonmonoxide can cause loss of consciousness andmay lead to you run the engine in confined or even partlyenclosed area, the air you breathe couldcontain a dangerous amount of run your vehicle inside a garage or the engine of your vehiclewhile in an enclosed or even partiallyenclosed area can cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon monoxide this colorless, odorless gascan quickly cause unconsciousness andlead to run your vehicle's engine when itis located in a well ventilated GuidelinesVehicle Safety6 Safety LabelsSafety and information labels on your vehicleprovide important safety information and maywarn you of potential hazards that could causeserious injury.

8 Read these labels carefully anddon't remove a label comes off or becomes hard to read,contact your dealer for a LabelsVehicle Safety7 ContinuedSafety LabelsVehicle Safety850 STATE (meets California)CanadaSafety Precautions Ride cautiously and keep your hands on thehandlebar and feet on the footpegs. Keep passenger's hands onto the seat strapor your waist, passenger's feet on thefootpegs while riding. Always consider the safety of yourpassenger, as well as other drivers ApparelMake sure that you and any passenger arewearing an approved helmet, eye protection,and high-visibility protective clothing. Avoidwearing loose clothes that could get caught onany part of the vehicle. Ride defensively inresponse to weather and road conditions.#HelmetShould be safety-standard certified, high-visibility, and correct size for your head Must fit comfortably but securely, with thechin strap fastened. Face shield with unobstructed field of visionor other approved eye protectionUSA Look for a DOT (Department ofTransportation) certification label on any helmetyou wearing a helmet increases thechance of serious injury or death in sure that you and any passengeralways wear an approved helmet andprotective PrecautionsVehicle Safety9 Continued#GlovesFull-finger leather gloves with high abrasionresistance#Boots or Riding ShoesSturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankleprotection#Jacket and PantsProtective, highly visible, long-sleeved jacketand durable long pants for riding (or aprotective suit)#Additional Off-road GearOn-road apparel may also be suitable for casualoff-road riding.

9 But if you plan on any seriousoff-road riding you will need more serious off-road gear. In addition to your helmet and eyeprotection, we recommend off-road motorcycleboots and gloves, riding pants with knee andhip pads, a jersey with elbow pads, and a chest/shoulder PrecautionsVehicle Safety10 Riding PrecautionsBreak-in PeriodDuring the first 300 miles (500 km) of running,follow these guidelines to ensure your vehicle'sfuture reliability and performance. Avoid full-throttle starts and rapidacceleration. Avoid hard braking and rapid down-shifts. Ride the following guidelines: Avoid excessively hard braking braking can reduce the vehicle' possible, reduce speed beforeturning; otherwise you risk sliding out. Exercise caution on low traction tires slip more easily on suchsurfaces and braking distances arelonger. Avoid continuous braking, such as whendescending long, steep slopes canseriously overheat the brakes, reducingtheir effectiveness.

10 Use engine brakingwith intermittent use of the brakes toreduce speed. For full braking effectiveness, operate boththe front and rear brakes PrecautionsVehicle Safety11 Continued#Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)CRF300 LAThis model is equipped with an Anti-lock BrakeSystem (ABS) designed to help prevent thebrakes from locking up during hard braking. ABS does not reduce braking distance. Incertain circumstances, ABS may result in alonger stopping distance. ABS does not function at speeds below 6mph (10 km/h). The brake lever and pedal may recoil slightlywhen applying the brakes. This is normal. Always use the recommended front/reartires and sprockets to ensure correct ABSoperation.#Engine BrakingEngine braking helps slow your vehicle downwhen you release the throttle. For furtherslowing action, downshift to a lower gear. Useengine braking with intermittent use of thebrakes to reduce speed when descending long,steep slopes.#Wet or Rainy ConditionsRoad surfaces are slippery when wet, and wetbrakes further reduce braking extra caution when braking in the brakes get wet, apply the brakes whileriding at low speed to help them PrecautionsVehicle Safety12 Parking Park on a firm, level surface.