BMW G 310 RR: First Ride Review
Ever since BMW Motorrad revealed the rebadged TVS Apache RR 310 in the form of the G 310 RR, I have been having a difficult time trying to figure out the reason behind this motorcycle. Why would someone pay about Rs 25,000 more for different stickers, fewer connectivity features, and subpar tyres?
BMW G310 RR Right Side View
However, I was stumped by the carwash guy’s question – “How is a BMW (G 310 RR) cheaper than a Kawasaki (Versys 650) that you brought the other day? It is a BMW!” The brand has an aspirational value, which will clearly work in its favour, especially in the international markets where TVS Motor Company isn’t a well-known name for premium motorcycles. Further, rebranding a tried-and-tested product like the Apache RR 310 saved BMW years of designing and testing a brand-new motorcycle, thus keeping the costs low.
BMW G310 RR Head Light
Now, the BMW G 310 RR, excluding the logos and decals, is indeed the TVS Apache RR 310. Thus, it brings the exact same traits as the Hosur-based manufacturer’s flagship product. We had a brief stint with the G 310 RR and here’s what we returned with after spending a day with the motorcycle.
The Visuals
BMW G310 RR Left Front Three Quarter
The G 310 RR gets a twin-pod headlight, a full fairing design, stylish windscreen, a vertically-mounted instrument cluster, step-up seat, sharp-looking taillight, partially-exposed view of the frame, side-slung exhaust with a chrome tip and heatshield, and five-spoke alloy wheels – all of which come from TVS Apache RR 310’s bin. But the paint theme is unique to BMW.
BMW G310 RR
BMW G310 RR
Displacement312 cc
Max Power(bhp)33.5 bhp
Kerb Weight174 kg
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On road price in Jaipur
₹ 3,35,376
BMW G310 RR Front Fairing
There’s a subtle-looking Black Storm Metallic colour in the G 310 RR’s palette but we had the more flashy Style Sport theme that comes at a premium of Rs 14,000. And we wouldn’t have it in any other theme. The glossy white base paint is complemented by red, black, and blue graphics on the fairing, top of the fuel tank, and the rear panel. In fact, this paint theme even triumphs the boldest Apache RR 310 out there, the BTO variant. The paint quality, too, is noticeably better than the already-good Apache RR 310, and the BMW definitely scores more in terms of the finishing levels.
BMW G310 RR Pillion Seat
Now, although the visuals look promising, does the package work equally well?
