2018 BMW G 310 R
FIRST TEST
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particularly true in the case of the
North American market, where
styling cues are shared equally
with practicality. Also, there is a
large segment of hipsters and
young people expressing interest
in motorcycles who view them
as part of a lifestyle statement as
opposed to purely a standalone
hobby, so appearance is a factor.
The new G 310 R belies its
displacement, sharing a similar
silhouette to its big brother, the S
1000 R. Bold paint and graphics
accenting minimalist, wedged
bodywork and gold anodized
upside down forks grant the 310
an impressive physique. The only
real giveaway to it being a smaller
cc machine is the use of a single
disc on the front. With its seat
height of 30.91 inches, extreme
light weight (tipping the scales at
349 pounds wet), and a narrow
midsection, the 310 instills con-
fidence in individuals with short
inseams.
The unique powerplant layout
is immediately noticeable. The
single cylinder has a rearward
facing lean, allowing the airbox
and intake to feed the engine
in a more natural flow line from
front to back, with the exhaust
port exiting out the rear—in
theory producing a more efficient
combustion process. The two
big functions resulting from this
The four-valve DOHC
single-cylinder engine
is delivers more-than-
you think power.
The G 310 R is
built in India with
all of the latest
in manufacturing
technology
and under the
close eye of the
Germans.
