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G310R

K03· 2017-current naked

Before you buy

2 known problems
Learner legal
LAMSYes, every version sold here is LAMS approved.
Watch for
medium
Alternator / stator failures
15,000km+
Running cost
Valve check every 20,000kmunverified · $4k–$6.5k used est. Aug 2026
All 2 problems ↓ At-the-bike checklist → Which years? →

Recalls

2 on record
REC-000105 3 Oct 2019
Defect: Due to road treatment conditions, such as aggressive salt types or significant usage, surface corrosion could occur within the un-anodised brake caliper piston bore.
Hazard: Corrosion on the surface of the brake caliper could impair the piston's clearance within the bore, affecting brake performance and increasing the risk of an accident and serious injury or death to the rider and other road users.
Remedy: Contact an authorised BMW Motorrad Service centre for inspection and repair.
Official notice: vehiclerecalls.gov.au · details checked 30 Sep 2026
REC-001619 27 May 2021
Defect: Due to road treatment conditions, such as aggressive salt types or significant usage, surface corrosion could occur within the un-anodised brake caliper piston bore.
Hazard: Corrosion on the surface of the brake caliper could impair the piston's clearance within the bore, affecting brake performance and increasing the risk of an accident and serious injury or death to the rider and other road users.
Remedy: Contact an authorised BMW Motorrad Service centre, or call the BMW Group Interaction Centre on 1800 813 299, to arrange inspection and repair.
Official notice: vehiclerecalls.gov.au · details checked 30 Sep 2026

Ask the seller for proof the recall work was done; a dealer can check by VIN. Search any bike at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Price (AUD)
$4k–$6.5kest. Aug 2026
Type
Naked
Origin
Germany
Built in
India

Overview

BMW's entry into the LAMS market, built in partnership with TVS in India. Its standout engineering feature is the reverse-cylinder engine—the intake is at the front and the exhaust exits the rear, allowing the engine to be tilted backwards for a better center of gravity and a longer swingarm. It handles very well but lacks the punch of its 400cc competitors.

Engines & variants

313cc single (LAMS)LAMS approved

Natively LAMS compliant. Low capacity and power.

Engine
313cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-valve reverse-cylinder single
Config
Single
Capacity
313cc
Power
25kW @ 9500rpm
Torque
28Nm @ 7500rpm
Seat height
785mm
Weight
164kg kerb
Final drive
Chain
Cooling
Liquid
ABS
Standard
Traction control
None
Fuel
11L
Service
10,000km / 12 months
Transmission
6-speed
Valve clearance interval
20,000kmunverified
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven

Pros

  • Premium BMW badging and styling at a budget price point
  • Excellent handling and stability thanks to the reverse-cylinder layout
  • Comfortable, upright riding position and low seat height
  • High build quality feel despite the low price

Cons

  • Engine needs to be revved hard to make meaningful power
  • Clunky gearbox feel, especially on early models (2017-2020)
  • Vibrations through the bars and pegs at highway speeds

Known problems

low
Cold start stalling and erratic idle
Especially on earlier models, the bike can be prone to stalling when cold and may hunt for an idle speed. Usually a mapping issue or a dirty idle control valve.
Fix: Ensure the latest ECU software update is applied by a BMW dealer. Keep the battery fully charged.
Any
medium
Alternator / stator failures
The stators on the TVS-built engines can burn out prematurely, leading to a drained battery and the bike dying while running.
Fix: Replace the stator and potentially the regulator/rectifier. Test charging system output before buying.
From 15,000km+

unverified marks a figure we could not confirm against a manufacturer source. It is our best reading of what is published, not a checked fact — confirm it yourself before you spend money on the strength of it.

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