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BMW G 310 R and BMW G 310 GSImage Source: Press BMW Group

The affordable BMW G 310 twins are again on the verge to become not so affordable as the brand has released a new price list while making both of them costlier by around Rs.10,000. Well, frankly speaking, this is not the first time that BMW Motorrad has done so. In fact, a similar price hike for both of them was encountered at the beginning of this year. Since then, this is the second price hike buyers will be facing with the G 310 R now priced at Rs.2.60 Lakhs. Meanwhile, the elder G 310 GS now come with a price tag of Rs.3 Lakhs (all prices, ex-showroom, Delhi).

Planning to buy any one of them? Take a look at the details you should definitely know before going for the BMW G 310 range.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • BMW Motorrad has announced a new price list for the BMW G 310 twins.
  • As per the updated price list, both of them will get costlier by Rs.10,000.
  • Will continue to feature a powerful 34BHP, 313cc single-cylinder engine.

BMW G 310 R and G 310 GS

Revised Price List:

New Price Old Price Difference
BMW G 310 R Rs.2.50 Lakhs Rs.2.60 Lakhs Rs.10,000
BMW G 310 GS Rs.2.90 Lakhs Rs.3 Lakhs Rs.10,000

Design & Features

Even after being entry-level motorcycles, both of them remain practical with high-end performance. In terms of features, both the bikes are available with LED headlights and a fully digital instrument console making them decently loaded.

For now, the all-new G 310 R and G 310 GS sits on a 41mm inverted fork at the front. Talking about the rear, both of them uses a monoshock setup that maintains the balance between comfort and precision in terms of handling. Giving the bikes enough stopping power are the disc brakes on either end but for enhanced safety, BMW  has decided to offer dual-channel ABS as standard.

Starting with the BMW G 310 R, it gets three colour schemes including – Black Yellow, Polar White and Cyanite Blue. On the other hand, the BMW G 310 GS comes with a slightly different range of shades including – Cosmic Black, Limestone Metallic and Polar White.

Engine

Powering both of them is a powerful 313cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. As claimed by the German bike manufacturer, this unit is now compliant with the latest emission norms and is tuned to churn out a decent amount of power rated at 34BHP @ 9,250 RPM and 28Nm @ 7,500 RPM while being mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

Alternatives

In India, the all-new BMW G 310 R compares with the well-established TVS Apache RR 310. Want to learn more about its primary rival? Here, take a look at the details down below.

TVS Apache RR 310

TVS Apache RR 310
Image Source: Autos MaxAbout

Just like the BMW G 310 R, the new TVS Apache RR 310 offers a perfect balance between enthusiasm and practicality. Powering the sports bike is a 312.2cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that churns out a decent output of 34PS and 27.3Nm of peak torque. For added convenience, it comes with different ride modes that allow alteration of power at any point. Feature-wise, the Apache RR 310 comes with a fully digital TFT display, four ride modes, dual-channel ABS and Michelin Road 5 tyres.

Specifications

TVS Apache RR 310
Engine 312.2cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Power 34PS
Torque 27.3Nm
Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) Rs.2.54 Lakhs

By Harsh Rana

Full-time management student and a part-time automobile enthusiast. Not much happy about EVs taking over the V8, V10 and V12 motors.

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