Rumour: BMW to launch G 310 R, G 310 GS bikes in July 2018

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After getting delayed several times, it looks like BMW Motorrad is finally set to launch the G 310 R and G 310 GS bikes in India in July 2018. The new 310 cc motorcycles will be part of the brand's 'Smart cc bikes', which will be sold through BMW Motorrad's existing dealer network.

Dealerships will be appointing an Executive Sales Lead and two sales representatives to handle the upcoming 'Smart cc' class of motorcycles. Meanwhile, sales and service training sessions are expected to be held between June 22-29, 2018.

The upcoming BMW G 310 R and G 310 GS will be manufactured at the TVS facility in Hosur near Bangalore. Both bikes share the same 313 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, which is also seen on the TVS Apache RR 310. It produces 34 BHP @ 9,500 rpm and 28 Nm @ 7,500 rpm and comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox. 

BMW Motorrad had launched the 750 GS and 850 GS adventure bikes at the 2018 Auto Expo. These bikes are likely to reach showrooms only by the end of the year.