Planning To Buy The BMW G 310 GS? Here Are The Pros And Cons

The BMW G 310 GS has been designed as a versatile, everyday adventure bike both at home in traffic as well as perform flawlessly out in the open road, and over rough terrain. It's the smallest, entry-level adventure bike from BMW Motorrad in the venerable GS series, but the BMW G 310 GS is more of a touring bike, rather than an out and out off-road capable ADV. The BMW G 310 GS is powered by a 313 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, four-valve engine which makes maximum power of 33.5 bhp at 9,500 rpm and peak torque of 28 Nm at 7,500 rpm.

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The engine is capable of reaching a maximum speed of 143 kmph, with 0 to 50 kmph acceleration claimed at just 2.5 seconds. The 6-speed transmission gets a slipper clutch for precise actuation and smoother downshifts. Despite its more tarmac-friendly personality, the BMW G 310 GS does come with decent ground clearance and suspension travel. Kerb weight is 169.5 kg, while ground clearance is a good 220 mm, although actual off-road capability is somewhat limited by its suspension travel, with the 41 mm USD offering 180 mm travel, and the rear monoshock also offering 180 mm travel. Here's a look at the pros and cons of the BMW G 310 GS.

Both the BMW G 310 GS, and its twin, the BMW G 310 R, are offered with a standard 3-year/unlimited kiometres warranty

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PROS

1. The BMW G 310 GS looks well-finished and with new dual-tone colour schemes, it gets fresh appeal.
2. The G 310 GS omes with a LED headlight, LED turn indicators and LED taillight for increased visibility in traffic.
3. Clutch and handbrake levers come with adjustability.
4. Decent engine performance, capable of reaching a maximum speed of 143 kmph, with 0 to 50 kmph acceleration claimed at just 2.5 seconds.
5. Upright and comfortable riding position, yet light enough for easy maneuverability.

CONS

1. Lack of traction control, or cornering ABS
2. Lack of real off-road capability
3. Priced from Rs. 3 lakh (Ex-showroom), the BMW G 310 GS is not exactly an affordable motorcycle.
4. Expensive to maintain.