2018 BMW G 310 GS
FIRST TEST
P90
Basic off-road
riding is no
problem on the
310. Go any harder
than this and you
might run into
problems.
The muffler is
one of the few
changes made
compared to the
G 310 R.
and the fork will blow through the stroke very quickly,
and as the fork is not adjustable (preload adjustment
on the shock only), this is something you must keep in
mind. Despite this, it is genuinely surprising just how
much fun you can have on dirt roads on the little GS.
The lack of weight makes for a supremely maneuver-
able machine, and the Metzeler Tourance dual sport
tires have a good level of wet-weather dirt grip as well
as adequate grip for the street.
The fact you can switch the ABS off on the fly via
the little switch on the left handlebar is a major factor
in what makes this bike a genuine off-road-capable
ride. The brakes themselves are more than up to the
task and like the ones found on the KTM RC 390
sport bike (they are made by Bybre, a subsidiary of
Brembo and made in Mexico).
The GS's street manners are impeccable for a bike
of this price. It's a genuinely enjoyable bike just to
cruise around on thanks to the relaxed riding position,
