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All you need to know about the BMW G 310 R – Priced from RM 26,900

BMW G 310 R is finally here! – From RM 26,900
All-New BMW G 310 R to debut at BMW Motorrad GS Trophy Southeast Asia Qualifier 2017 this weekend.
Features all new 313cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve engine which produces 34 bhp.
BMW Motorrad claims the G 310 R weighs only 158.5 kg.

First introduced as a stunt bike in October 2015 in Brazil, the commercial version made its appearance in November 2015 at EICMA. Since then, the motorcycle community the world over, including here in Malaysia has been asking about its availability.

While having a single-cylinder, 313 cc engine, it’s not slated as a mere entry-level model. Instead, we see it as a premium, lightweight motorcycle that’s perfect for the daily commute and back road blasting – a bike which is pragmatic and versatile for the major portion of our Malaysian market and roads. Slap on some luggage and you’re ready to take it touring. Or shopping.

The newly developed engine is no slouch. Featuring liquid-cooling, dual overhead cams, four valves and electronic fuel injection, it punches out a healthy 34 bhp at 9,500 RPM and 28 Nm of torque at 7,500 RPM. That’s a 2,000 RPM separation between maximum torque and maximum horsepower, ensuring a flexible power delivery. Mated to a dry weight of only 158.5 kg, the G 310 R has the hallmarks of a lively ride.

BMW arrived at the 313 cc displacement through an 80 mm stroke and 62.1 mm bore. Yes, it’s a long-stroke motor – good for torque around town. But its most novel feature is the cylinder that is tilted backwards to position the intake tract to face the front.

The frame is tubular steel, robust and torsionally stiff. The front wheel is suspended by upside-down forks while the aluminium swingarm is connected directly by a spring strut.

A 2-channel ABS is standard on the G 310 R. The front is stopped by a single 300 mm disc, gripped by a radially mounted 4-piston caliper. The rear brake consists of a 2-piston caliper clamping a 240 mm disc.

As per BMW’s philosophy on environmental care, the G 310 R’s engine is mapped to the Euro 4 emissions standard, which includes a closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter. Fuel consumption is a frugal 3.3 litres per 100 kilometres.

Priced at an amazing RM 26,900.00 (with 6% GST and on the road, without insurance) the G 310 R will no doubt shake up the local market.

Watch this detailed video of the all-new BMW G310R here, or read our friend’s Sundeep’s review of the BMW G310R here. Sundeep flew to Australia to ride the bike, and he has a good word for the all-new baby beemer.

The All-New BMW G 310 R will be officially launched at the BMW Motorrad GS Trophy South East Asia Qualifier Malaysia and will be available at all authorised BMW Motorrad dealerships from the following week onwards.

So head over the Sepang International Motorcross Track to view and test ride the G 310 R this weekend!

BMW MOTORRAD LAUNCHING NEW BIKES AT GS TROPHY WEEKEND

BMW Motorrad Malaysia Unveils the All-New BMW G 310 R, the New BMW S 1000 R and BMW R 1200 GS Adventure at the BMW Motorrad GS Trophy 2017 South East Asia Qualifier Malaysia at the Sepang Motorcross Track

Road to the World’s Most Famous Amateur Enduro Motorcycle Challenge begins in Malaysia at the Sepang Motorcross Track.

BMW Motorrad Malaysia will introduce three new premium motorcycles – the All-New BMW G310R, the New BMW S1000R and the BMW R1200GS Adventure at the Malaysian leg of the BMW Motorrad GS Trophy 2017 South East Asia Qualifier over the weekend of Saturday, 12^th and Sunday, 13^th August 2017 at the Sepang Motorcross Track.

The world-class adventure motorcycle competition will also select one winner from 40 Malaysians who will be carrying the pride of the country alongside two other riders as part of a team representing South East Asia at the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy competition in Mongolia next year.

The All-New BMW G 310 R – The BMW roadster under 500 cc.

One cylinder, low weight and featuring powerful dynamic performance, the All-New BMW G 310 R embodies the pure essence of a BMW roadster. Pragmatic in the best sense of the word, the premium motorcycle from BMW offers precisely what is needed for dynamic performance and comfort both in the city or out on the small roads.

Embodying the true concept of riding pleasure, the new roadster introduces a newly developed 313 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with four valves and two overhead camshafts together with electronic fuel injection. The capacity of 313 cc results from a bore of 80 millimetres and a stroke of 62.1 millimetres.

The striking feature of the engine is its backward-tilted cylinder in open-deck design with the cylinder head turned by 180 degrees, making it possible to position the intake tract at the front, viewed in the direction of travel. With an output of 25 kW (34 hp) at 9 500 rpm and a maximum torque of 28 Nm at 7 500 rpm, the engine of the new G 310 R is a very dynamic partner in conjunction with the low unladen weight of 158.5 kilograms.

In terms of suspension, the new G 310 R offers a torsionally stiff, highly robust tubular steel frame in grid structure with bolt-on rear frame. The front wheel suspension is taken care of by a solid upside-down fork while at the rear there is an aluminium swinging arm in conjunction with a spring strut that is mounted on it directly.

Like all BMW motorcycles, the new G 310 R is fitted with ABS as standard. It combines a powerful brake system with 2-channel ABS. At the front wheel, a single-disc brake with radially bolted 4-piston fixed caliper and a brake disc diameter of 300 millimetres ensures powerful and stable deceleration. At the rear, this function is performed by a 2-piston floating caliper in conjunction with a 240-millimetre brake disc. The G 310 R instrument cluster has a large liquid crystal display that offers excellent clarity and a wide range of information.

Personifying the bridge between BMW Motorrad’s past and BMW’s future-oriented engineering, the all-new BMW G 310 R has had its engine mapping redefined to meet the requirements of the EU4 pollutant class. Its fuel consumption stands at 3.3 litres per 100 kilometres. Concurrently, tank ventilation is improved with the introduction of a closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter.

The New BMW S 1000 R – The Dynamic Roadster Benchmark in the Segment.

The New BMW S 1000 R features the well-proven 999 cc in-line 4-cylinder engine. Having been adapted to meet all EU4 requirements, the new BMW Motorrad now has an output of 121 kW (165 hp) at 11 000 rpm (previously: 118 kW (160 hp) at 11 000 rpm), 3 kW (5 hp) higher than before, and weighs 2 kg less (previously 207 kg DIN unladen weight, now 205 kg DIN unladen weight). The permitted gross weight is still 407 kg, which means an increase in payload of two kilograms.

Further development of the engine has included an optimised intake and exhaust sound. In conjunction with the standard HP titanium rear silencer, the new S 1000 R now produces an even more potent sound.

The BMW S 1000 R now is made available in two new additional colours of Catalano Grey and Racing Red/Black Storm. Living up to BMW Motorrad’s future-oriented engineering, the dynamic roadster now weighs 205kg, which is 2kg lighter than its predecessor. This shed in weight arrives courtesy of the standard-fitted HP Titanium rear silencer. The New BMW S 1000 R now also features vibration-decoupled handlebars, which reduces the smallest vibrations being passed to the handlebar ends. This promotes better ride handling, comfort and pleasure.

For optimum adaptation to the rider’s personal preferences and area of use, the new S 1000 R now provides two riding modes as well as ASC (Automatic Stability Control) as standard features. With the riding modes “Rain” and “Road”, the S 1000 R can be adapted in power and torque delivery as well as in terms of the control response of the Race ABS and ASC to road surface conditions. This is a significant safety bonus when riding on changing surfaces in particular.

Vibration-decoupled handlebars ensure further increased comfort in the new S 1000 R. These effectively reduce vibrations from being passed onto the handlebar ends. The upper fork bridge was also newly designed in this connection.

The even more dynamic appearance of the new S 1000 R is reflected in a new colour concept comprising two colour schemes: Racing Red/Blackstorm and Catalano Grey. In Racing Red/Blackstorm, the new S 1000 R highlights its sporty, aggressive character, at the same time underscoring its leading position in terms of performance in the dynamic roadster segment. The Catalano Grey colour, meanwhile, gives the new S 1000 R a particularly powerful and potent appearance, interpreting the combination of technology and dynamic performance in a strikingly masculine way.

The New BMW R 1200 GS Adventure – More Supremacy on All Terrain.

Much like all the BMW Motorrad models which features the liquid cooled boxer engines, the New BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has also been developed with a judder damper on the transmission output shaft. The new feature includes a revised selector drum actuator, transmission shafts and transmission shaft bearing as well as an OBD indicator lamp in the cockpit.

For the first time, the “Triple Black” – the special version of the BMW R 1200 GS has established its own tradition and the name says it all. BMW Motorrad Malaysia is responding to a wish expressed by many customers by bringing out this impressive travel enduro in a virtually all-black finish.

The central fuel tank cover, storage compartment lid and front mudguard in Blackstorm together with fuel tank side panels in Dark Slate give the legendary travel enduro a strikingly masculine look. Powerful technical accentuations are provided by the front and rear frame in Agate Grey in combination with the black engine, gearbox and swinging arm.

A new black seat with striking GS embossment on the passenger section rounds off the striking appearance of the new R 1200 GS “Triple Black”.

BMW Motorrad GS Trophy South East Asia Qualifier Malaysia

Over the weekend of Saturday, 12^th and Sunday, 13^th August 2017, BMW Motorrad Malaysia is inviting the public to the Sepang Motorcross Track to witness the ultimate enduro riding competition to select the Malaysian representative at the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy competition in Mongolia in 2018.

The competition will also feature six participants from Singapore who will compete for three places at the BMW Motorrad GS Qualifying rounds in Thailand next month.

A selection of motorcycles from BMW Motorrad Malaysia will also be available to for test ride throughout the event.

The revised prices (on the road without insurance, inclusive of 6% GST) of the new BMW Motorrad motorcycles are:

BMW G 310 R                         –                       RM 26,900.00
BMW S 1000 R –                       RM 92,900.00
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure –                       RM 116,900.00

Attention Kawasaki Versys-X owners, change your rear light now!

Notification from Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd on the Kawasaki Versys-X replacement for the rear light or socket assembly.

The rear light or brake light socket assembly has been found to become loose due to riding vibrations.

The vibrations may cause the tail or brake light to not light up which can effect overall riding visibility to other road users.

Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. has announced a proactive recall program of Versys-X 250 for replacement of the rear light or brake light socket assembly. Kawasaki had found that the tail or brake light may become loose by the riding vibration and will may cause the tail or brake light to not light up. (more…)

New 2018 Ducati 959 Panigale Corse in the works?

A brand new 2018 Ducati 959 Panigale Corse emissions paperwork has been filed at the California Air Resources Board (CARB) recently.

According to the report, the emission numbers for both the standard 959 Panigale and the 959 Panigale Corse remains the same.

We’re guessing that the Corse version has the same engine but like all of Ducati Corse bikes, it’ll most probably come with some major upgrades to the electronics, suspensions, brakes and facade.

According to a recent report made by Motorcycle.com, Ducati has filed some paperwork to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for what looks like a new middleweight superbike that is the Ducati 959 Panigale Corse for 2018. (more…)

Malaysian Cub Prix: Kasma Daniel takes fourth win ahead of 600cc wildcard debut

Round 6 of the 2017 Petronas AAM Malaysian Cub Prix belonged to race winner Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin which makes it his fourth victory this season.

This win is a definite morale boost ahead of his first 600cc Supersports wildcard appearance next week in the Idemitsu Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) in Indonesia.

Kasma leads the CP150 premiere class championship with 100 points; 17 points ahead of Ahmad Afif Amran (Petronas Sprinta Yamaha – CKJ)

The Malaysian Wonderboy quickly on the rise in the motoring world Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin (Petronas Sprinta Yamaha Maju Motor) has taken his fourth victory in Round 6 of the 2017 Petronas AAM Malaysian Cub Prix. This fourth win out of six races is indeed a welcomed morale boost for the young rider who will be making his 600cc Supersports debut this coming weekend. (more…)

TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES PENANG LAUNCH DINNER PARTY

We reported earlier that Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia has launched the new Triumph Motorcycles Penang’s showroom on Saturday, 5^th August 2017.

Here’s a quick rehash.

The day saw the arrival of the members of the RATPack (Riders Association of Triumph Motorcycles). The riders came from different locations and have congregated at a single location before arriving in a large convoy.

Activities included the Triumph Try-Days motorcycle test ride event, in which the members of the RATPack, riders of other makes, and the general public signed up to take the Triumph of their dreams out for a spin.

The Shell Advance “Outride Anything” roadshow was also running during the daytime. Lucky visitors stood the chance to win tickets to the 2017 Malaysian MotoGP, besides other great prizes such as Shark helmets, and the opportunity to test their skills on a MotoGP simulator and elbow down standee.

The RATPack members were given the free time to roam as they wished. Many went around the beautiful island of Penang to enjoy the sights and especially the food. Everyone regrouped at hotel afterwards to check in at 3pm. From then on, it was still more Free & Easy time until 7pm when they rode back to the showroom for dinner and entertainment.

The sight of lambs being roasted and white smoke tinged with the spicy-sweet aroma of satay greeted the riders as they pulled into the compound. Everyone was hungry from their long rides earlier in the day.

Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia served BBQ lamb, satay, nasi dalca, specialty mi goreng and ais kacang. No one went back hungry, to put it mildly. We overheard funny conversations such as … I need to look for a 7-Eleven to buy Eno; …Oh my poor bike’s suspension; …Cholesterol? Who cares?!

Attendees were entertained by an amazing blues band consisting of a father and his daughter.

It was wonderful to see people mixing together, having a great time, forming new acquaintances or catching up with long-time-no-see buddies; transcending walks of life, gender, religious and racial background.

Non-Triumph motorcycle groups and the general public, including big wigs of the Penang motorcycle industry also made their way to the dinner. They were visibly enthralled at not only seeing Triumph motorcycles up close for the first time, but also how the RATPack riders conducted themselves as a friendly, peaceful, self-respecting, yet fun-loving family.

Two sessions of lucky draws were held for the public and RATPack. Some amazing prizes were handed out. To makes things fun, Triumph Malaysia threw in a plot twist to the usual affair. First, three to four names were picked out from a box. Next, they had to answer a few Triumph-related questions. And finally, the winner was decided via an “aural vote” through the cheers of the crowd.

Grand prize for the public category was the unique opportunity to “own” a Triumph of the winner’s picking for a week. As the aural vote was deemed as equal for two final contestants, it went to the tried and true tie-breaker: Paper, rocks and scissors. The winner finally emerged and he wishes for a “sport model.” It turned out that he is currently riding a Kawasaki ZX-9R.

The prizes for the RATPack included major, minor and oil service packages, but the Grand Prize had everyone salivating as it was an Arrow exhaust slip-on canister.

Among the prize givers was Keith Scully, the boisterous and happy-go-lucky representative of the Northern RATPack, and Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia’s Managing Director, Dato’ Razak Malique Al-Hussein.

In his speech, Dato’ Malique thanked Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia’s supporters for the tremendous growth. Triumph’s business as a group had been growing year-upon-year, racking up successive record breaking sales figures, including a 100% increase in 2015. Dato’ Malique is confident that they will still grow by a further 10%, in spite of the current soft economy.

However, exponential growth is of no use if it couldn’t be backed up by a comprehensive and meaningful aftersales support.

He also mentioned that Triumph Malaysia had been looking to move the Penang showroom to a bigger premise for some time but couldn’t locate a suitable spot or the rest were just too expensive to be of effective use. In the end, it was through Michael Sak, a popular figure among the RATPack who found the premises, because his house was just a kilometre away.

With the new premise up and running, Dato’ Malique assured Triumph’s owners that it was done to provide better facilities to them. The new showroom features a new workshop, spaces for bikers to lepak (chillax) and large compound for parking.

So although the exhaust note of the last motorcycle had faded into the night yesterday, we are confident that this new showroom will continue to reverberate to the roar of the English Twins and Triples for many generations to come.