Hello BMW G310R!

Jono · November 11th, 2015, 08:31 AM

Here it is folks! BMW USA

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/n...ster-revealed/

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The bike has been designed to be the basis for a family of bikes and we will see half faired and ‘adventure’ bike versions a short while afterwards according to insiders.

I don't know about you, but I think it looks like a fun ride! Why can't the Japanese make their small cc sportbikes with USD forks?!?

TnNinjaGirl · November 11th, 2015, 08:37 AM

Have you ever been like.. Man I'd buy that...if it weren't a BMW...

Jono · November 11th, 2015, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

Have you ever been like.. Man I'd buy that...if it weren't a BMW...

What's wrong with BMW?

TnNinjaGirl · November 11th, 2015, 08:46 AM

The BMW's built in Germany are technology laden and it requires special software/understanding/tools in diagnosing and repairing them.

If you choose to have a dealer/mechanic do your work the price tends to be higher.

The BMW's built in India are engineered in a way that odd parts are in front of other parts so a simple maintenance becomes a big ordeal. On top of requiring specialty tools. IE Torx instead of Hex or Allen bolts. They also demand a higher price when being worked on.

Just my opinion. I'm sure it's an awesome bike.

spooph · November 11th, 2015, 08:54 AM

That is an awesome bike! I'd deal with the headache of doing things the German way...

Jono · November 11th, 2015, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

The BMW's built in Germany are technology laden and it requires special software/understanding/tools in diagnosing and repairing them.

If you choose to have a dealer/mechanic do your work the price tends to be higher.

The BMW's built in India are engineered in a way that odd parts are in front of other parts so a simple maintenance becomes a big ordeal. On top of requiring specialty tools. IE Torx instead of Hex or Allen bolts. They also demand a higher price when being worked on.

Just my opinion. I'm sure it's an awesome bike.

Yeah, I can see it not being as easy for the DIYer to work on. But a lot of newer bikes are also headed in that direction. And any dealer around my area will screw you over on maintenance.

TnNinjaGirl · November 11th, 2015, 08:57 AM

@Jono I'm still miffed we are getting single cylinder tractors with steel frames. Don't mind me..

All a girl wants is an aluminum frame, 400ish cc mini 600 super sport... :-(

jkv45 · November 11th, 2015, 08:59 AM

Looks like it could be a Honda CB300F with BMW badges to me...

Not really...but close...

Jono · November 11th, 2015, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

@Jono I'm still miffed we are getting single cylinder tractors with steel frames. Don't mind me..

All a girl wants is an aluminum frame, 400ish cc mini 600 super sport... :-(

So you're not looking for an electric S1000rr... http://www.motofire.com/2015/11/news...00rr-on-stage/

michvin · November 11th, 2015, 09:41 AM

BMW is famous for having teething problems with pretty much all of their products. I am afraid, that this designed from scratch engine (and the bike itself) will have them too.
On the other hand, if they price it well...

tgold · November 11th, 2015, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

@Jono I'm still miffed we are getting single cylinder tractors with steel frames. Don't mind me..

All a girl wants is an aluminum frame, 400ish cc mini 600 super sport... :-(

Wish granted:

In 1988

250rr · November 11th, 2015, 11:24 AM

Love this. I really like the inverted forks!

TnNinjaGirl · November 11th, 2015, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by tgold

Wish granted:

In 1988

I love it! However it was made before I was.

Jesper Hedegaard · November 11th, 2015, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

@Jono I'm still miffed we are getting single cylinder tractors with steel frames. Don't mind me..

All a girl wants is an aluminum frame, 400ish cc mini 600 super sport... :-(

Well - if U don't like the older 400 bikes - then how about this 2015 model:
Attachment 38793

jkv45 · November 11th, 2015, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Jesper Hedegaard

Well - if U don't like the older 400 bikes - then how about this 2015 model:
Attachment 38793

I think that (KTM RC390) is what she meant when she said - "I'm still miffed we are getting single cylinder tractors with steel frames."

I agree with her. I would like a full-tilt 400/4 street bike with an aluminum frame, USD forks, and a 15,000 redline.

Not gonna happen.

I looked at a '93 Bandit 400 today that was just too rough and had too many issues. Not exactly what I'm looking for, but interesting.

FZR 400 is sweet. All the cool kids had them at the track back-in-the-day.

tgold · November 11th, 2015, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by jkv45

I looked at a '93 Bandit 400 today that was just too rough and had too many issues. Not exactly what I'm looking for, but interesting.

the 400 Bandit is a sweet handling little bike. I bought one for $300.00 about 10 years ago and raced it. Good times.

jkv45 · November 11th, 2015, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by tgold

the 400 Bandit is a sweet handling little bike. I bought one for $300.00 about 10 years ago and raced it. Good times.

This one was a bit of a mess and overpriced - but for $300 I would have taken it!

toEleven · November 11th, 2015, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by jkv45

Looks like it could be a Honda CB300F with BMW
Not really...but close...

I saw the first photo and thought "oh, they made a FZ-09 (or the similar FZ-07). I'll bet Yamaha is flattered."

TnNinjaGirl · November 11th, 2015, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jkv45

I think that (KTM RC390) is what she meant when she said - "I'm still miffed we are getting single cylinder tractors with steel frames."

I agree with her. I would like a full-tilt 400/4 street bike with an aluminum frame, USD forks, and a 15,000 redline.

Not gonna happen.

I looked at a '93 Bandit 400 today that was just too rough and had too many issues. Not exactly what I'm looking for, but interesting.

FZR 400 is sweet. All the cool kids had them at the track back-in-the-day.

Yup. Just looking for a mini supersport. I'd even be willing to pay for it and all. Maybe one day. Or I'll have to build a super single. Sigh...

greg737 · November 11th, 2015, 08:44 PM

Yeah, another single cylinder bike in the 300-ish CC range... Oh, well.

In my opinion the most interesting new motorcycle is the Suzuki Recursion.

Parallel Twin, 180 degree crankshaft, just like our EX250s. Turbo charged and inter-cooled = tons of torque (they're saying 74 foot-pounds at only 4,500rpm).

An interesting item: it's a single overhead cam and two valve engine. With boost and low revs there's no need for more.

This summer I'm moving to Denver Colorado (5,280 ft elevation). A turbo bike sounds like a good idea to me.

psych0hans · November 11th, 2015, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

Yup. Just looking for a mini supersport. I'd even be willing to pay for it and all. Maybe one day. Or I'll have to build a super single. Sigh...

You could start with an RC390 frame, rc8 forks, 690 motor... Lol

VaFish · November 12th, 2015, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

@Jono I'm still miffed we are getting single cylinder tractors with steel frames. Don't mind me..

All a girl wants is an aluminum frame, 400ish cc mini 600 super sport... :-(

Probably not aluminum framed.

https://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=250132

kdogg2077 · November 24th, 2015, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jkv45

Looks like it could be a Honda CB300F with BMW badges to me...

Not really...but close...

I agree this BMW is a cb300f knockoff. Only difference is the price/logos.

subxero · November 24th, 2015, 10:09 AM

naked bikes are going to look similar, not much you can do about that other than change the headlight.

Agree with the steel framed thumper comments, BORING!!

Lets see something new and exciting for a change huh?

jkv45 · November 24th, 2015, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by subxero

naked bikes are going to look similar, not much you can do about that other than change the headlight.

Agree with the steel framed thumper comments, BORING!!

Lets see something new and exciting for a change huh?

KTM may be the one to look to for that, at least when you are talking smaller stuff.

subxero · November 24th, 2015, 10:49 AM

^ I could maybe see KTM coming out with a small twin but that is it. Small twin is better than a thumper for a street bike IMO but still kinda same old same old

November 11th, 2015, 08:37 AM	#2
TnNinjaGirl Ms. Personality Name: CB Location: Murvill, TN Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): Depends on the week you ask Posts: A lot.	Have you ever been like.. Man I'd buy that...if it weren't a BMW... __________________________________________________ http://www.sportbikes4hire.com

November 11th, 2015, 08:46 AM	#4
TnNinjaGirl Ms. Personality Name: CB Location: Murvill, TN Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): Depends on the week you ask Posts: A lot.	The BMW's built in Germany are technology laden and it requires special software/understanding/tools in diagnosing and repairing them. If you choose to have a dealer/mechanic do your work the price tends to be higher. The BMW's built in India are engineered in a way that odd parts are in front of other parts so a simple maintenance becomes a big ordeal. On top of requiring specialty tools. IE Torx instead of Hex or Allen bolts. They also demand a higher price when being worked on. Just my opinion. I'm sure it's an awesome bike. __________________________________________________ http://www.sportbikes4hire.com
	2 out of 2 members found this post helpful.

November 11th, 2015, 08:54 AM	#5
spooph ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Spooph Location: Golden, CO Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Oct '15	That is an awesome bike! I'd deal with the headache of doing things the German way... __________________________________________________ My therapist has 2 wheels and a seat. If you are ever in doubt to my tone, please refer to my avatar.

November 11th, 2015, 08:57 AM	#7
TnNinjaGirl Ms. Personality Name: CB Location: Murvill, TN Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): Depends on the week you ask Posts: A lot.	@Jono I'm still miffed we are getting single cylinder tractors with steel frames. Don't mind me.. All a girl wants is an aluminum frame, 400ish cc mini 600 super sport... :-( __________________________________________________ http://www.sportbikes4hire.com
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November 11th, 2015, 08:44 PM	#20
greg737 - Name: - Location: - Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): - Posts: A lot.	Yeah, another single cylinder bike in the 300-ish CC range... Oh, well. In my opinion the most interesting new motorcycle is the Suzuki Recursion. Parallel Twin, 180 degree crankshaft, just like our EX250s. Turbo charged and inter-cooled = tons of torque (they're saying 74 foot-pounds at only 4,500rpm). An interesting item: it's a single overhead cam and two valve engine. With boost and low revs there's no need for more. This summer I'm moving to Denver Colorado (5,280 ft elevation). A turbo bike sounds like a good idea to me.
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

November 11th, 2015, 08:59 AM	#8
jkv45 Rev Limiter Name: Jay Location: WI Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jun '18, Oct '16	Looks like it could be a Honda CB300F with BMW badges to me... Not really...but close...

November 11th, 2015, 09:41 AM	#10
michvin ninjette.org member Name: Michael Location: Northern NJ Join Date: Nov 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2015 Honda CB 500x Posts: 120	BMW is famous for having teething problems with pretty much all of their products. I am afraid, that this designed from scratch engine (and the bike itself) will have them too. On the other hand, if they price it well...

November 11th, 2015, 11:24 AM	#12
250rr ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Mark Location: Portland Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): Cheap Italian Suit. Otherwise known as Dew Kitty Posts: A lot.	Love this. I really like the inverted forks!

November 24th, 2015, 10:09 AM	#24
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	naked bikes are going to look similar, not much you can do about that other than change the headlight. Agree with the steel framed thumper comments, BORING!! Lets see something new and exciting for a change huh? __________________________________________________ I love the smell of burning pre-mix in the morning I don't think I'm a lot dumber than you thought that I think that I thought I was once.

November 24th, 2015, 10:49 AM	#26
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	^ I could maybe see KTM coming out with a small twin but that is it. Small twin is better than a thumper for a street bike IMO but still kinda same old same old __________________________________________________ I love the smell of burning pre-mix in the morning I don't think I'm a lot dumber than you thought that I think that I thought I was once.

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