BMW G 310 R India Launch Delayed — Report

BMW Motorrad has delayed the India launch of its much awaited G 310 R. But the company will begin its India operation in April 2017 and will introduce its bigger motorcycles.

By Sukesh

The naked streetfighter from BMW Motorrad, the G 310 R was expected to launch in the Indian market by the first half of 2017. But as per emerging reports, the launch has been delayed to later this year.

BMW G 310 R India Launch Delayed — Report

But BMW Motorrad will commence its India operations as per plan in April 2017. The company will introduce its flagship models such as the K 1600, R 1200, R nine T and the S1000 in the Indian market.

BMW G 310 R India Launch Delayed — Report

The reason behind the introduction of above 800cc motorcycles is because the bikes above this capacity do not need to be homologated and can be imported and sold in India without any restrictions.

BMW G 310 R India Launch Delayed — Report

But the reason behind holding the G 310 R is not yet known. The baby BMW motorcycle is developed in Munich by BMW Motorrad and manufactured by TVS at its Hosur plant in India.

BMW G 310 R India Launch Delayed — Report

The design cues of the G 310 R is borrowed from its elder sibling the S1000 R. The naked street fighter is powered by a 313cc single cylinder, fuel injected, liquid cooled engine pumping out 33.5bhp and 28Nm of torque.

BMW G 310 R India Launch Delayed — Report

The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox, and the motorcycle can reach speeds up to 143km/h. ABS will be offered as standard equipment.The G 310 R is expected to carry a price tag of around Rs 2.5 lakh ex-showroom.

BMW G 310 R India Launch Delayed — Report

When launched in India, the G 310 R will take on its segment rivals such as KTM Duke 390, Mahindra Mojo and Dominar 400. But it is still unclear when BMW Motorrad will bring the smallest BMW to the Indian market.

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BMW G 310 R India Launch Delayed — Report

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The BMW G 310 R will rival the likes of KTM Duke 390 in the Indian market. Check out the photos of the 2017 Duke 390 by clicking the gallery below.

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Article Published On: Friday, March 17, 2017, 18:17 [IST]
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