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BMW G 310 R Less Expensive Than the KTM Duke 390 in the UK

The UK pricing for the BMW G310R is lesser than that of the KTM Duke 390. A quick look at the specs of both these motorcycles reveal some interesting facts as well. The BMW G 310 R will go up against the likes of the Mahindra Mojo as well.
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Published on July 1, 2016

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  • The BMW G 310 R will be launched in India around October this year
  • It is powered by a 313cc, producing 34bhp and 28Nm
  • Pricing is expected to be between Rs. 1.8 lakh to Rs. 2 lakh

Much has been said and discussed about the G 310 R, BMW's first ever entry-level performance motorcycle. The G310R was recently launched in the UK at a price of 4,290 pounds (Rs. 3.88 lakh upon conversion). In comparison, the KTM Duke 390 sells in the UK at a price of 4,549 pounds (Rs. 4.11 lakh upon conversion).

The duties and tariffs structure in the UK is very different from what it is in India. For example, the Royal Enfield Continental GT is priced at 5,200 pounds (Rs. 4.7 lakh upon conversion) but in India it sells for about Rs. 1.93 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi) as compared to the price of the Duke 390, which sells at about Rs. 1.96 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi).

BMW G310R Bike
(BMW G 310 R)

Yes, it is extremely confusing! We were as baffled when we first learnt about this. Thank god for the fact that we do not live in UK. There is quite a possibility that the price of the G 310 R might just creep past the Rs. 2 lakh mark. Also, given below is a table which draws comparison of the G310R and the Duke 390. Considering all things, BMW Motorrad will have to come up with something really special so as to take the Duke 390 head on in this segment.

We will have to wait till October 2016 as that is when the bike will be launched. This is the first time TVS has joined hands with BMW to manufacture the G 310 R. Also, this will mark the first occasion when a BMW motorcycle will be manufactured outside of Europe. The G 310 R was first showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo and has been spotted testing quite a few times in the past months. The G310R will go head to head with the likes of Mahindra Mojo, the 350cc models of Royal Enfield apart from the Duke 390 and the Continental GT

Specifications BMW G 310 R KTM Duke 390
Engine Capacity 313cc 373cc
Power 34bhp 44bhp
Torque 28Nm 35Nm
ABS Optional, if not standard Standard
Expected price Rs. 1.8-2 lakh Rs. 1.95 lakh*
Tyres Michelin Metzeler
    *Ex-showroom, Delhi

(Source: Zigwheels)

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Last Updated on July 1, 2016


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