BMW G 310 R BS6: What To Expect?
The small Bavarian roadster has been spotted here and abroad in its BS6 guise, suggesting that it could be launched soon enough
The small Bavarian roadster has been spotted here and abroad in its BS6 guise, suggesting that it could be launched soon enough
BMW Motorrad seems to be gearing up for the launch of the BS6 versions of its G 310 R and G 310 GS. The two small Bavarian motorcycles were spotted testing in Europe a couple of months back and in our country recently. We did spot some obvious new bits on the bike but some things remain a mystery. Here’s what the naked could be packing:
LED headlight and turn indicators
Yeah, duh! That is the most obvious bit that you can see on the spotted bikes. The new headlight is pretty similar to the one on the recently-launched F 900 R and also on the upcoming S 1000 R. The LED units should be better than their halogen counterparts. Also, the new turn indicators add to the premiumness of the motorcycle.
Gets ride-by-wire
Just like its Indian cousin the TVS Apache RR 310, the BMW G 310 siblings will also be getting ride-by-wire. No throttle cable was spotted on the new bike, just like the RR 310. The aid will help the 313cc engine in meeting BS6 emission norms. Hopefully, it will make the same 34PS and 28Nm output as before, as there was no change in the output on the RR 310. The BMW bikes are unlikely to get rider modes. There is no switch cube on the left side and the console is still the same LCD digital dash as before.
Slightly better refinement
With revised engine internals, new engine mounts and inclusion of electronic aids, TVS took major strides in improving the refinement levels of the Apache RR 310. The same improvements are likely in store for the G 310 R, which will make it slightly more refined than before.
No change in underpinnings
While we are okay with the majority of the components being the same as before, we really hoped that BMW would follow TVS’ suit and introduce the same grippy Michelin Road 5 rubber on the G 310 R. Sadly, the spotted bike was running with the same old Pilot Sport tyres which aren’t the best.
Premium pricing slashed?
BMW’s premium pricing of Rs 2.99 lakh for the G 310 R was a bit too much, especially with the likes of the KTM 390 Duke and the Honda CB300R undercutting the Bavarian naked by a significant amount. The last lot of BS4 bikes went with a solid discount of around Rs 75,000! So, if BMW wants to boost sales of the G 310 R, we guess a serious price cut is in store for the naked. Not to the tune of Rs 75,000 but we guess it will now be more on par with the 390 Duke i.e. around Rs 2.50 lakh.
BMW G 310 R User Reviews
- Bmw monester in low segment
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 beast
1 1 - Best companion on the road
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 .
- Good best bike
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 beast
2 - Best luxury bike
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 good
- Review g310r
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 RR310