BMW G 310 RR

It's supposed to be an accessible way to enter the BMW Motorrad club. Does the G 310 RR deliver on the value quotient though?

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What's the first thought that comes to mind when you think of BMW motorcycles? Most likely, it is the land-striding globe-trotting image of the GS which has been imprinted into our minds for like forty years now. However, the German bikemaker expanded its horizon in the recent decade looking beyond dusty trails and at the racetrack with S 1000 RR. The flagship superbike has been quite sought after among enthusiasts but the expensive sports bike has been out of reach for many. Fans of the BMW roundel can now get into the club with the G 310 RR, the bikemaker's entry-level faired sports bike offering. Given BMW Motorrad's tie-up with TVS for entry-level motorcycles, the G 310 RR shares its platform with the flagship TVS Apache RR 310. The BMW is priced above the TVS. Does the G 310 RR then justify the premium?

BMW G 310 RR

Engine: 312.12cc, liquid-cooled single cylinder Power: 34PS @ 9,700rpm Torque: 27.3Nm @ 7,700rpm Gearbox: Six-speed Weight: 174kg Price: ₹32.99 lakh ex-showroom

Same same but different

Yes, it looks exactly like the Apache and BMW have done the bare minimum to stand apart. It works though. I feel the G 310 RR looks more attractive and premium. The race livery on this Style Sport variant (a 14,000 option) blends well with the edgy bodywork and from a few angles, looks like a scaled-down version of the S 1000 RR. Fit and finish levels are on par with the Apache with tight panel lines, a premium glossy paint job, and pearlescent accents on the livery.