News – Motorcycle news for 2016: BMW takes on small-displacement cars with the G 310 R roadster – Used BMW

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Motorcycle news for 2016: BMW takes on small-displacement cars with the G 310 R roadster

News - Motorcycle news for 2016: BMW takes on small-displacement cars with the G 310 R roadster - Used BMW

The eagerly awaited small-displacement motorcycle that BMW planned to produce with the Indian TVS (read in particular MNC of April 9, 2013: BMW will produce small-displacement motorcycles with TVS Motor, MNC of February 2, 2015: First photos of the small motorcycle BMW TVS and MNC of October 8, 2015: BMW Concept Stunt G 310) will see the light of day in 2016, in the form of a roadster…

MNC of April 9, 2013: BMW will produce small-displacement motorcycles with TVS Motor, and) will see the light of day in 2016, in the form of a single-cylinder 300 cc liquid-cooled roadster called G 310 R.

A small roadster with premium ambition…

BMW is therefore entering the category of motorcycles under 500 cc with this roadster with a design inspired by the S 1000 R and with rather rewarding equipment (inverted fork and standard ABS, in particular) designed for the world market ("the BMW G 310 R supports the most diverse qualities of fuel and meets all antipollution standards ", assures BMW): Asian countries, in particular, are fond of small displacement, economical and practical on a daily basis.

Imported into France at a still unknown price (beware of "premium ambition" and options …), this BMW G 310 R should delight fans of small stylish but robust roadsters, basic but offering "typically premium ambition. BMW ", at ease in the city as in the country and at the beach as in the mountains.

"Extremely compact and ultra-manageable"

"Thanks to its surprisingly low fuel consumption and the relaxed and pleasant position on the handlebars, it invites its rider to prolong the pleasure", promises the German manufacturer by announcing an average consumption of "3.33 liters per 100 km" (see the full technical sheet below). 

This "extremely compact and ultra-maneuverable" motorcycle, which we can imagine easy and accessible (785 mm seat height), was designed in Munich (Germany) by BMW Motorrad and manufactured in Bangalore (India) by TVS Motor Company. A low saddle (760 mm) and a higher "Comfort" saddle (815 mm) are also available in the BMW accessories department (see below).

Its open deck cylinder is tilted backwards and the cylinder head rotated 180 degrees, "so that the intake system is arranged forward when looking in the direction of travel" , specifies BMW which announces a maximum power of 34 hp (25 kW) at 9,500 rpm and a torque of 28 Nm at 7,500 rpm for an unladen weight in running order of 158.5 kg.

BMW G 310 R tech. Sheet

Engine

  • Type: liquid cooled single cylinder
  • Displacement: 313 cc
  • Bore / stroke: 80/62 mm
  • Power: 34 hp (25 kW) at 9,500 rpm
  • Torque: 28 Nm at 7,500 rpm
  • Compression ratio: 10.6 to 1
  • Fuel: regular unleaded (RON 95)
  • Distribution: double ACT, 4 valves per cylinder
  • Admission: 33.5 mm
  • Exhaust: 27.2 mm
  • Throttle butterflies: 42 mm
  • Engine management: BMS-E2
  • Pollution control: three-way catalytic converter regulated by lambda probe

Electrical system

  • Alternator: 330 W
  • Battery: 12/8 V / Ah
  • Headlight (s): H4 12 V 60/55 W
  • Starter: 0.5 kW

Transmission

  • Clutch: multi-discs in oil bath
  • Gearbox: 6 gears, selection by forks and clutches
  • Primary reduction ratio: 1 / 3.083
  • Gear ratios
  • 1st: 1 / 3,000
  • 2nd: 1 / 2.063
  • 3rd: 1 / 1.588
  • 4th: 1 / 1.286
  • 5th: 1 / 1.095
  • 6th: 1 / 0.955
  • Secondary drive: O-ring chain

    • Cycle part

    • Frame type: tubular steel trellis, bolted rear frame
    • Front wheel suspension: 41 mm telescopic fork
    • Rear wheel suspension: aluminum swing arm, combined spring / shock absorber directly articulated
    • Front / rear travel: 140/131 mm
    • Trail: 102.3 mm
    • Wheelbase: 1374 mm
    • Seat height: 785 mm
    • Low seat option: 760 mm
    • High saddle option: 815 mm
    • Fork Head Angle: 64.9 °
    • Front brake: 300 mm single disc
    • Rear brake: 240 mm single disc
    • ABS: BMW Motorrad ABS
    • 5-spoke die-cast aluminum wheels
    • Front wheel: 3.0 x 17 "
    • Rear wheel: 4.0 x 17 "
    • Front tire: 110/70 R 17
    • Rear tire: 150/60 R 17

    Dimensions and weight

    • Total length: 1988 mm
    • Total width: 896 mm (including mirrors)
    • Saddle height: 785 mm
    • Empty weight according to DIN in running order: 158.5 kg
    • PTMA: 345 kg
    • Tank capacity: 11 l

    Road performance

    • Fuel consumption (WMTC): 3.33 l / 100 km
    • Max speed: 145 km / h

    Accessories available

    • Low saddle
    • "Comfort" saddle
    • Luggage rack
    • 29 liter "Basic" topcase with backing plate
    • 30 liter topcase
    • Central stand
    • LED turn signals
    • 12 volt electrical outlet
    • Heated grips

    Commercial information

    • Availability: NC
    • Price: NC
    • Colors: "Cosmic black / Polar white" or "Strato blue metallic" + paying option "Pearl white metallic"

    BMW G 310 R photo gallery

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