I have your bike's twin sister-picked it up last February, with 1100 miles. Have only ridden my 1200GS once since getting the 310, its been so much fun. I'm 68 now, and have been riding GSs since my 90 R100 GD/PD. Love them all, but this little guy is a blast-and so light and easy to handle. I'll keep them both until I'm no longer able to ride...thanks for your video!!
I notice a great gap between this, and BMW's big boy adventure bikes. You jump from this straight to f800gs with it's 900cc nearly 90hp motor and there's just nothing in-between. BMW are so well known for their ADVs that I feel like somebody in their marketing department not doing their job. Can you just imagine how many of these they could sell if they gave it an ever so slightly larger motor? Maybe a 400-500cc thumper, or even a twin. Just so someone who likes the design language of BMW's adventure bikes could stay "with the brand" if they so choose. And progress from more beginner friendly to something slightly larger and more affordable than going straight into serious big motor adventure bikes, which honestly are a handful to control in the dirt. I think this is where Kawasaki KLR650 sits, and why it is a definitive adventure bike for many. It's just a great sweet spot in terms of power.
are you planning to change your sprockets? Its a pain on the freeway imo, I find it very hard to keep it at 7RPMs because sometimes you're just going with the flow of traffic. But I'm just worried about wear on the engine at this point. Have you gone on group adventure rides/trips? ITs fine when youre with your buddies but most are on bigger bikes and might not like waiting for the slower bikes. But nice bike dude, got the same 40th anniversery color way.
Ridden this same bike quite a bit and I found it was amazingly fun up to about 55, over 55 it gets very buzzy and the vibrations are annoying to me. Others may have a different opinion or have addressed it. Also found it's a bit small framed for folks over 5'11", but that may just be my specific frame and preference.
I have a 2019 G310GS and I love it. I never use the ABS switch but I'm glad I have it for the very rare steep downhill off road or other times I might want to skid the rear tire. I've done all of the scheduled maintenance and it's been easy and cheap to keep. I've ridden it on the highway at 70-75 for a couple of hours at a time on occasions and it works, but I bought the baby GS for my 60th birthday for back roads, gravel or dirt roads, mild off road and moto camping and it's great for that. I've done a lot of little upgrades and still have a few to go. I'm going to get the Seat Concepts seat, probably the tall version. I have an inexpensive Amazon knock-off airflow seat and it helps a lot by adding a little bit of air circulation under me that manages to be more comfortable in the summer and winter. Do not strap a tall tail bag on the rack and pillion and ride on the highway with a strong crosswind. The tail bag acts as a sail and because it's so high it has a lot of leverage to tilt the bike over and slide it sideways. It's terrifying. Otherwise, the G310GS is a fun and easy bike to ride that is quite capable on and off road. I wish it had a larger fuel tank, maybe with lower lobes that acted as additional fairing for the legs.
Gear changes are a pain in the Butt...otherwise a lovely bike...finding neutral impossible..using a seat 3d mesh...a heavenly experience for your Butt...❤
Was thinking of getting this, bit scared and skeptical now since you said it can wobble very easily whenever it hits something slightly, something similar like speed wobbles. Is this common to happen, and if so should I still get this bike or no.
Yes! it’s still a great bike. Sense this video I have made a second one about freeway riding with this bike. It’s does it good but just keep in mind it’s light bike so it is more prone to movement at higher speeds
Add air. The manual psi ratings are for off road. I do 34/38 psi for freeway/road use. Rode from Sacramento to San Francisco twice now. Only issue is heavy wind blasts due to bike weight. I have rear suspension tightened to max and lowered from 1.5”
Just bought a 310 gs today and was not happy with the stock seat. Felt like I was being thrust forward rather than a relaxed seating. As a result I felt like I was sliding forward at all times. my pant legs rode up to the top of my boots. Upper inner thighs tired quickly. As if the seat was too wide. Im 6'2" 200lbs. Any comments or suggestions?
Your You Tube channel popped up and I recognized the area as I live in the Portland/Vancouver area. The other part is I have a Z400 and a Duke 390 and you are talking about your BMW 310 GS, a smallbore motorcycle. I discovered the joy of riding small motorcycles, as they are fun and very versatile at what they can do! You have a good understanding of what your motorcycle is and what it is not and when one understands the strengths and weaknesses of smallbore motorcycle, then they become fun. I have a smile every time I ride either bike! Have many years of enjoyment on your bike, it is a hoot to ride small motorcycles!
I pulled the trigger on a 310gs against a 411 himalayan simply because this bike wont crack in half and cause an accident.....wish it had an engine with more torque and spoke wheels but as its gonna be my city commuter i think im ok
I’m a truck driver looking to get a G310 as my very first bike. Anyway, when you said it doesn’t have a lot of passing power, and the locked it in fifth, I suddenly realized how fast most bikes must be, because, compared to a Peterbilt, that Beamer flew! 😂
My guy, have you by any chance tried like a front sprocket more/less teeth? Heard some say a 17 teeth front can be good? Personally if I ever wanna try change anything about the sprockets then its having to shift less or more acceleration. As loosing some top speed aint an issue for me
I purchased the same bike that you have, with 1100 miles from my local dealer...have not ridden my R1200 GS LC since getting the 310. I'm 68 years old, and still love the big GS's for distance and touring, but the 310 is a hoot on the many back country roads we have here in central Virginia. Been riding the big GS's since my 1990 Paris Dakar, and R1100 GS Oil-head. Will keep my 1200 Liquid cooled , AND my "new-to me" 310 until I die, or quit riding... hope to see you on the road!
Hello. The places are simply amazing 😊. I love to ride a motorcycle off-road. Also love mountains. I am thinking about buying a G310GS. I'm from Ukraine. Unfortunately, we cannot ride and travel a lot now, because the russians are constantly attacking our country, killing our people, and completely destroying our cities 😢
Question my guy I got a bmw g310gs but 2021 edition.... the footpegs must fit even if it says 2017-2019? cant imagine they changed anything about the footpegs since then?
Hello! I’m about to purchase this bike as a 70 off-30 on road adventure starter. Is this a good bike to do that on? I have other bikes in the stable, and trails are about an hour away minimum from my area so I’d have to ride there. Is there also any mods I should look into?
I think it would be a great bike for that. I would suggest more dirt tires. the ones that come on that bike are good for gravel and ok for trails that are not muddy. Crash bars that cover the engine and fairings. Also rally raid make good suspension sets ups. but as it sits, it does great!
I’ve had mine since last summer and I haven’t been on the interstate with it. Interstates around here are crazy and I’m retired so not commuting anyway. Highways at 55 - 60 mph is great. Nice to see it doing it. Good to know if I ever have to do it I can. Nice video.
You can change the front sprocket to a 17 tooth and it increases the top speed. One upside of that is that at 70 the rpms would be lower and save more fuel, which it really drinks at higher speeds
subbed! buying one next week, can't wait. Had a ktm duke 390, and this bmw has more speed on the gears which I like, as well as many good features. In Norway max on freeway is usually 100 km/h, and where I live its 80 km/h, so powerwise I am sure imma be happy tbf. This will be fun to watch more vids from you
I'm looking to get into riding, after researching for weeks I'm liking the G310GS Design more and more & will likely get started on it. It's neat seeing such a recent video on it, Especially on the freeway.
Thank you ... I just bought one and I have not taken it on the freeway here in Arizona where the speed limit is 75 ... I think I will keep it at 70 or below, but I am really glad to know it is capable ... what about saddlebags? It seems that all the bags I have looked at are a little too close to the exhaust ... any recommendations?
I had someone ask my why I got a couple small cc bikes for me and my wife who have experience with big cc bikes. She needed a better Bob around town bike and lane splitting bike and I needed something to ride while rebuilding my bonneville plus camping bike. This bike can do anything I need plus I have no dirt experience really with a bike.
This engine is built in Taiwan by Kymco for BMW. Also Kymco makes the BMW Maxi scooter that is why they are so good. Every 55 sec world wide a Kymco is sold noted for their reliability. Just so you know.
I got an amazing deal on this bike used back in 2020 - $4500 for a 2019 at 2000 miles with that same windshield and the tusk handguards you have, the BMW higher thicker seat option, bar risers, 1 1/8" tusk handlebars, new grips and adjustable levers, widened foot pegs, crash bars, and new kenda k784 50/50 tires on it. So far I've added some more protection to it, upgraded the springs to accommodate my weight (240lbs), and installed a front sprocket. The sprocket and suspension upgrade has completely transformed it to the point where it honestly feels like a $15000 bike but 100lbs lighter. its rough around the edges, doesn't quite have the polish and quality as those bikes, but handles just as well if not better. the sprocket makes the bike a lot more punchy and quick feeling at the cost of lower top speed which isn't much of an issue for me because I like taking the long curvy routes in the country. With its lower weight and with the upgraded suspension I can take it just about anywhere without worrying about getting stuck. I love this thing so much
...sent my seat to SC to let them do the application....I did the Tall Comfort version....I wanted to get that "bump" out of the seat....now I have it level front to back of the seat, no more "bump"....Love It...!!!
@@advbrain9967 ...was really surprised that the "bump" could be gone...!!! ...it does add a wee bit of height but I still flat foot both feet....comfort....YES it is 👍
@@petejr7774 total cost $269.94 including the fee for them to do the install on my seat pan and shipped back to me....$224.99 for the cover + $25 for them to install on pan + the tax and ship back cost.
