The BS6 BMW G 310 GS has been finally launched in India. In terms of aesthetics, it isn’t a major step up when compared to the BS4 model. The German company has tweaked the body panels of the ADV to add some freshness. There are also new colour options to woo in customers. Out of the 3 paint schemes - Plain Polar White, ‘40 Years GS’ Edition, and Rallye.
Perhaps, the biggest cosmetic change in the new G 310 GS is the headlight. It is a full-LED unit which features a horizontal LED DRL that enhances the overall front fascia of the ADV. We have mentioned it several times before that this LED headlamp looks very similar to that of the BMW F 900 R, and we are not complaining about it. BMW Motorrad has also added a set of new LED blinkers and adjustable clutch and front brake lever for a premium feel.
This is where BMW Motorrad must have done
most of the tinkering. The new G 310 GS is powered by the same 313cc
single-cylinder engine, however, it has been tweaked to meet the latest BS6
emission standards. It produces 34 hp at 9500 rpm and 28 Nm at 7500 rpm. BMW
Motorrad claims that the new G 310 GS is capable of achieving a top speed of
143 km/h. For the transmission, there is a 6-speed gearbox accompanied by a
slipper clutch.
The BS6 BMW G 310 GS price in India has
been set at INR 2.85 lakh* which is pretty competitive. One of the reasons why
the outgoing BS4 model of the motorcycle did not manage to score good sales
figures was its high price tag of INR 3.49 lakh*. With the aggressive pricing
for the BS6 model, BMW Motorrad might just turn things around in its favour.
