2023
SWM RS300R - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 312327 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | SWM |
| Model | RS300R |
| Year | 2023 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Double steel cradle |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Brembo |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | KAYABA upside down telescopic hydraulic fork with advanced axle, compression and rebound dumping adjustment |
| Fronttyre | 90/90-21 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 295 mm (11.6 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Brembo |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | KAYABA progressive “soft damp” single hydraulic shock absorber, spring preload, compression and rebound adjustements |
| Reartyre | 140/80-18 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 296 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Trail | 106 mm (4.2 inches) |
| Wheels | Michelin Competition IV tires |
Engine & Transmission
| Clutch | Wet, multiplate |
|---|---|
| Compression | 12.9:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 297.6 ccm (18.16 cubic inches) |
| Emissiondetails | Euro 5 |
| Enginetype | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain (final drive) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black/red |
|---|---|
| Comments | Italian brand. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 7.50 litres (1.98 US gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 1.80 litres (1.9 US quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1285 mm (50.6 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2240 mm (88.2 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 820 mm (32.3 inches) |
| Seatheight | 955 mm (37.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 111.0 kg (244.7 pounds) |
About SWM
Country of Origin:
Italy
Founder:
Piero Sironi & Fausto Vergani (original); modern revival in Lombardia
Best Known For:
1970s–80s enduro/trials; modern dual-sports and middleweights
Company History
SWM earned stripes in European enduro and trials with light, tractable two-strokes. The modern revival builds dual-sports, retros, and middleweights using proven engine families and Italian chassis tuning. Pricing is keen, components sensible (ABS, EFI, adjustable suspension), and ergonomics familiar to riders who prize feel over flash. SWM’s niche: approachable, serviceable bikes that carry Italian character into everyday riding.