BMW G 310 R versus Ducati Scrambler 1100

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW G 310 R

Naked
Ducati

Ducati Scrambler 1100

Scrambler

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2016 bis 2024~
Built von 2018 bis 2020
RRP 5.650 €
RRP 13.090 €
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Pros:
  • Comfort
  • Price
  • Pillion compatible
Pros:
  • Engine
  • Sound
  • Material
  • Processing
Cons:
  • Driving performance absolute
Cons:
  • Price

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.374 mm
Length :
2.005 mm Height : 1.080 mm
Seat :
785 mm
Weight :
158.5 (max: 345 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.514 mm
Length :
2.190 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat :
810 mm
Weight :
206 (max: 390 ) kg

Engine

Motor design: Single cylinder 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 313 ccm
Hub: 62 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: Desmodromically controlled V2 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.079 ccm
Hub: 71 mm
Hole: 98 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 143 km/h
Performance: 34 HP at 9.500 U/Min
Torque: 28 NM bei 7.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 11 Litre
Consumption:
3 l
Reach:
330 km
Maximum speed: 204 km/h
Performance: 86 HP at 7.500 U/Min
Torque: 88 NM bei 4.750 U/Min
Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
280 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Lattice tube (steel)
Front suspension:
Upside-Down 41 mm (travel 140 mm)
Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 131 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 110/70 R17
Rear tyres: 150/60 R17
Frame type:
Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension:
Upside-down fork, adjustable (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Adjustable central strut (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium
Tyres at the front: MT 60 RS 120/70 ZR18
Rear tyres: MT 60 RS 180/55 ZR17

Brakes

Front brake
Single disc ( 300 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 240 mm)
Front brake
Double disc ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc ( 245 mm)

Conclusion - for whom is it suitable?

So: Who is the small BMW G 310 R suitable for? For small and light people, of course. Those who simply want to ride a motorcycle and place little value on riding performance.

It is ideal for people who answer the question asked at the beginning whether a scooter would not be the better choice, with the handiness and driving pleasure of the BMW G 310 R. If the concept motorcycle is superior to that of the scooter, then here.

The Japanese competition is usually a bit more expensive than the BMW (wouldn't have thought I'd ever write this sentence). However, it usually exhausts the 48 hp limit of the driving licence class A2 and brings a little more peace than the BMW, which some consider to be hilarious.

But: After initial scepticism, one thing is clear: make sure the G 310 R is really fun. Who would have thought that?

The test bike was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 5.050€
  • Used (2 years old): 3,300€
  • Years of construction: from 2015
  • Availability: good
  • Colours: red, black, ply white

Conclusion

The Ducati Scrambler has a special position in the Italian model range: it reassures the driver. At the same time, it delivers a very different kind of pleasure tours, which is more aimed at cruising. For this, it dispenses with high utility value (and, by the way, also a higher off-road suitability). Intermediate sprints on country roads and in the city are their precincts, with bollerning sound it goes ahead. Those who have fun, who finally want to recognize the meaning of V2 engines and those with the sense of emotion can rejoice over the Scrambler. A Ducati? Yes, but for some it is the black sheep in the family, for others the only Ducati they want to buy. Feat: It does not have much competition, there are mainly the BMW R nineT Scrambler and various Triumph models on the market.
Last note: The 1100 is on the price list with 12,990 euros, while the little sister with 75 hp is available from just under 8,000. A hefty extra charge for 11 more-hp - but if you can, you should treat yourself to it.

The test bike was kindly provided by Ducati Hamburg.

Price/Availability/Colours/Years of Construction

  • Price: 12,990 Euro
  • Years of construction: since 2018
  • Colours: yellow, black, grey