BMW G 310 R versus Husqvarna 701 Enduro

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW G 310 R

Naked
Husqvarna

Husqvarna 701 Enduro

Enduro

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2016 bis 2024~
Built von 2017 bis 2024~
RRP 5.650 €
RRP 12.499 €
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Pros:
  • Comfort
  • Price
  • Pillion compatible
Pros:
  • Comfort
  • Agility
  • Riotous, powerful engine
  • Off-road capability
Cons:
  • Driving performance absolute
Cons:
  • Pillion operation
  • Fitness to travel

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.374 mm
Length :
2.005 mm Height : 1.080 mm
Seat :
785 mm
Weight :
158.5 (max: 345 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.504 mm
Seat :
920 mm
Weight :
158 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: 1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 693 ccm
Hub: 85 mm
Hole: 102 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
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: 193 km/h
Performance: 75 HP at 8.000 U/Min
Torque: 74 NM bei 6.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption:
4 l
Reach:
342 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 (chrome-molybdenum)
Front suspension:
Telescopic fork upside-down (travel 275 mm)
Rear suspension:
WP (travel 275 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 21 inches
Rear tyres: 18 inches

Brakes

Front brake
Single disc ( 300 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 240 mm)
Front brake
Single disc ( 300 mm) Rear brake
Single disc ( 240 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

Fun without end - unfortunately an expensive

So, did the experiment work? Well, it is difficult to draw a clear conclusion. For long-distance travel, the serial tank is small, seat position, seat and chassis on the way to the destination rather strenuous.

Otherwise, the Husqvarna 701 Enduro is a real fun device. As a first motorcycle she certainly does not play the ideal cast in the garage, but who wants and can, should try it. How nice but short wheelbase and 75 hp can harmonize!

Finally, a small drop of wormwood: If Mama KTM is not famous for her restrained pricing, the daughter does the same to her: The motorcycle with practically zero equipment and little inclination to operate a passenger costs 10,395 euros. Congratulations to those who can afford it.

So: If you are looking for a moped with a class engine, great chassis, low weight and brutal brakes, but hardly anything else, you can check in. Anyone who thinks unreasonableness is reasonable in a deeper sense is right here. For everyone else: "please stay behind".

The test bike was provided to us by Heller & Soltau in St. Michaelisdonn.

Price/Availability/Colours/Years of Construction

  • Price: 10,395€
  • Used (3 years old): 6,700€
  • Years of construction: since 2017
  • Availability: medium
  • Colours: white