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QJ SRT 300 DX: Budget Dual-Sport with Big Ambitions

QJ SRT 300 DX: Budget Dual-Sport with Big Ambitions
Michelle Liew
June 18, 2025

QJ Motor’s SRT 300 DX takes aim at the dual-sport elite with smart features, rugged performance, and a design that’s more than just familiar.

QJ Motor’s SRT 300 DX takes aim at the dual-sport elite with smart features, rugged performance, and a design that’s more than just familiar.

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In the world of dual-sports, it’s easy to romanticise the classics. The Suzuki DR-Z400 is a legend. The Honda CRF300 Rally is the go-to tool for everyday adventuring. But as the big names continue polishing their legacy products, something’s been brewing under the radar—and it’s coming from China.

Enter the QJ Motor SRT 300 DX. Yes, at first glance, it’s tempting to call it a “knockoff CRF.” Same displacement ballpark. Same tall Dakar styling. And sure, the dual headlights may give you flashbacks of an Africa Twin after a hot wash. But look closer, and something becomes clear: this isn’t just imitation—it’s a calculated infiltration.

The New Face of Budget Performance

QJ Motor’s approach isn’t about blind copying anymore. It’s targeted mimicry with strategic upgrades. With 29 hp from a 292cc liquid-cooled single, the SRT 300 DX edges out the CRF300 Rally on paper. It has the right wheel sizes (21” front, 18” rear), real knobby tires, nearly 11 inches of ground clearance, and a competitive curb weight of 346 pounds. These aren’t random specs—they’re purpose-built to hit every sweet spot in the entry-level dual-sport formula.

And then there’s the price: just over $4,300 USD in China. That’s almost half the cost of the CRF300 Rally in some Western markets. The message? Performance doesn’t need pedigree.

QJ Motor’s SRT 300 DX takes aim at the dual-sport elite with smart features, rugged performance, and a design that’s more than just familiar.

Beyond Spec Sheets: The Clever Details

What really raises eyebrows are the thoughtful design touches, like a quick-release front wheel, a feature rarely seen on budget bikes. This is the kind of thing that seasoned trail riders appreciate, and it shows QJ isn’t just building for the spec sheet, but for real use cases. That level of intention changes the conversation from “cheap alternative” to “smart alternative.”

A Wake-Up Call for the Old Guard

For years, Japanese manufacturers have had a near-monopoly on reliable, small-capacity dual-sports. But they’ve also been conservative, relying on brand loyalty and gradual evolution. The SRT 300 DX throws a wrench into that comfort zone. It’s not here to dethrone the CRF, but to expose its weaknesses—mainly pricing and accessibility.

And while Honda still sets the bar for refinement and dealer support, QJ Motor is closing the gap fast. They’ve already made moves with ADVs and sportbikes. Now, dual-sports are in the crosshairs.

QJ Motor’s SRT 300 DX takes aim at the dual-sport elite with smart features, rugged performance, and a design that’s more than just familiar.

Why It Matters Now

In regions like Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe—where motorcycles are tools before they’re toys—price matters. Capability matters. And support matters. If QJ Motor can deliver even 80% of the CRF experience at 60% of the cost, that’s a compelling equation.

Western markets might scoff, for now. But ignore these developments at your peril. Chinese brands are no longer throwing darts in the dark—they’re studying the market, building better, and inching ever closer to mainstream credibility.

The QJ Motor SRT 300 DX may look like a familiar face, but it’s here with a different mission: to challenge the status quo. And in the process, it’s proving that innovation doesn’t always wear a familiar badge.

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