BMW G 310 R BS6 Review In Picture Gallery
Just how much better has the baby BMW roadster become?
Just how much better has the baby BMW roadster become?
After receiving much criticism for the lack of refinement and high premium pricing for its small-capacity motorcycles, BMW Motorrad has got its act right with the BS6 G 310 R and G 310 GS. The bikes have received the same set of updates as its Indian cousin, the TVS Apache RR 310 BS6. Have those updates made a real difference? After spending some time with the roadster, here’s what we think of it:
Not much has changed in terms of the styling of the G 310 R. The motorcycle remains fairly round and chunky. Overall, the build quality is typical BMW, solid with premium material finishes all over.
The fuel tank, as well as the floating tank extensions, have been redesigned and carry over the mass-forward styling from the litre-class S 1000 R.
LED lighting all around is a welcome addition to a motorcycle pitched as a premium offering.
Sadly, the LCD dash doesn’t go well with the bike’s classy persona any longer. It’s a bit of a mismatch on such a bike.
No difference in the powertrain: it still packs the same 313cc single-cylinder engine with the same power output. The difference lies in the catalytic converter and the ECU, as is the case with all BS6 bikes.
It’s a little over half a second slower than the BS4 model while darting from 0 to 100kmph. Mid-range performance, which is most useful in city traffic, and quick overtakes have also taken a hit. Having said that, you don’t really feel the difference.
No change has been made to the BS6 G 310 R’s underlying hardware but the German manufacturer has tinkered with the suspension tune to make it slightly firmer. While the previous suspension setup was pliant, it felt a bit wallowy with a pillion on board.
The light front-end lets you throw it into a corner with the chassis and suspension setup acting as anchors, allowing you to hold the line, and correct it if need be, quite easily.
The handling capabilities of the BMW G 310 R far outweigh the grip of its Michelin Pilot Street tyres. We’d suggest you swap them out for a pair of Michelin Road 5s instead.
All the ills that were found on the previous-gen bike have been resolved on the BS6 BMW G 310 R. And with the lowered cost of owning as well as maintaining the bike, the loveable Beemer surely makes for a brilliant motorcycle. It’s ideal for those who want simple riding joys as opposed to living on the knife’s edge with the KTM 390 Duke.
BMW G 310 R User Reviews
I took the test drive on so may bikes once onto the this beast I love the ride and comfort and pick up and when you move onto the highway easily we can reach 80 in 4 sec and 100 in 7sec break performance is good It gives you a good comfort for rider as well as pillion the seat was very comfortable when you ride on highways it will give 25plus mileage went out to some tours its good to ride on this beast it never bothers me This segment is truly for street you can go for this of you are street fighter and you can go on for little long rides with out any think Maintaince is little bit high I agree if you can you can go with this other wise you can go with another beastRead More
Rolls like a bullet and gives a comfort posture while riding . Only Buy if u can afford 90 litre of petrol per month and can bear the amount of servicing . The breaks are mind-blowing and too light to retard the tank capacity is sufficient . This bike' s perfomance is outstanding and I suggest you to purchase .Read More
Good worth money better bike maintenance is high but good quality good brakes color and everything is good bmw good super and paint also good good design better seat go for it nice really a good bike if u want naked body in sports in low cost better than other bikes available in this range really the beastRead More
I am riding this bike since 2 years n my all over experience is nice , bike maintenance is high but other things can blow your mind. You should take an experience you will feel the difference with other bikes. They offering amazing features that make you to buy this bike.. My over all experience is goodRead More
The BMW G310R is an excellent choice for those looking for a stylish, well-built, and reliable motorcycle for urban commuting and occasional weekend rides. However, riders seeking aggressive performance and cutting-edge features may find better value in competitors like the KTM Duke 390 or TVS Apache RR310Read More