BMW G 310 GS 2019 vs. Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

BMW G 310 GS 2019

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

Overview - BMW G 310 GS 2019 vs Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

BMW G 310 GS 2019

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

Technical Specifications BMW G 310 GS 2019 compared to Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

BMW G 310 GS 2019

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

BMW G 310 GS 2019

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	62 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.1 mm	Stroke	49 mm
Engine power	Engine power	34 HP	Engine power	39 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	28 Nm	Torque	27 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	10,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.6	Compression Ratio	10.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	42 mm	Throttle Bore	32 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	313 ccm	Displacement	296 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	direct	Shock mount	Uni Trak
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	290 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	11 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW G 310 GS 2019

The BMW is a great, simple and very comfortable entry-level motorbike for adventurous everyday riders. Both commuting and day trips work very well with it. But the power is already quite low. With 34 hp, it is very beginner-friendly, but you very quickly wish for more punch and power. Especially at a price of about 6000 €, it is questionable whether one can financially cope with such a quick change of motorbikes, or not go straight for a more powerful bike in the A2 class.

Comfortable seating position

low weight

high-quality workmanship

beginner-friendly throttle response

also possible to ride through light terrain.

little power, especially at higher speeds

high price

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

Solid, simple, good. The Kawasaki Versys-X 300 is certainly not the most exciting model in the green product range. But it is a successful addition to the Versys family and will appeal to many beginners. The handling is easy and brings a lot of fun on asphalt and gravel. Whether you ride it at 12,000 rpm and drag footpegs or explore the countryside over dirt roads, the Versys-X 300 proves to be a very versatile motorbike. With accessories, it can also be quickly transformed into a touring machine that promises long-term qualities with simple technology.

High-revving engine

low weight

large steering angle

assist and slipper clutch

good basis for touring machine.

hard bench