BMW G 310 R versus Yamaha MT-07
BMW G 310 R
Yamaha MT-07
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
- Comfort
- Price
- Pillion compatible
- Value for money
- Agility
- Low weight and easy handling
- Fun
- Versatility
- Wonderfully puristic / nothing you don't need
- Driving performance absolute
- Chassis not adjustable
- slim equipment
- Windbreak
Dimensions & Weight
Length : 2.005 mm Height : 1.080 mm
Seat : 785 mm
Weight : 158.5 (max: 345 ) kg
Length : 2.085 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat : 805 mm
Weight : 184 (max: 360 ) kg
Engine
Displacement: 313 ccm
Hub: 62 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
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
Performance: 73 HP at 8.750 U/Min
Torque: 67 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 320 km
Chassis
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
Tubular bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 130 mm) Rear suspension:
Adjustable central strut (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of steel Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 180/55 ZR 17
Brakes
Single disc (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 240 mm)
Double disc (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
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.
Conclusion - what gets stuck
What's stuck is quickly said: Yamaha has achieved a really versatile motorcycle with the MT-07. It is characterized by plenty of driving pleasure and its extremely puristic concept, which can be enjoyed by all those who do not lack attitude and equipment features. If you enjoy configuring your bike before the exit at the breakfast table via APP, you will surely opt for another vehicle.The MT-07 is also well suited for beginners and newcomers, because the machine can be throttled to A2-compatible 48 hp for new drivers. Thus, you have a motorcycle that you can still enjoy after the A2 phase without having to invest directly in a stronger bike. And Yamaha is putting another high on top with the €500 Young Star driving licence grant: Those who decide on a new MT-07 by 30 June 2021 and prove that they have obtained their a driving licence in class A2 or A from 01.01.2020 will receive a grant of 500 €! This makes the already reasonable price a little more attractive.
The test machine was provided to us by Motorrad Ruser.
