BMW G 310 GS versus Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid
BMW G 310 GS
Adventure
Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid
Reise-Enduro
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2017 bis 2024~
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP 6.600 €
RRP 13.374 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Off-road capability
- Comfort
- Processing
Pros:
- very adult appearance
- new TFT cockpit with three themes
- stately seating position
- Off-road capability
- long range
- improved chassis
- good wind and weather protection
Cons:
- Achievement
- Price
Cons:
- no longer a lightweight with a full tank
- Pillion seat without handles
- only suitable for taller riders
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.420 mm
Length : 2.075 mm Height : 1.230 mm
Seat : 835 mm
Weight : 170 (max: 345 ) kg
Length : 2.075 mm Height : 1.230 mm
Seat : 835 mm
Weight : 170 (max: 345 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.595 mm
Length : 2.370 mm Height : 1.490 mm
Seat : 890 mm
Weight : 220 kg
Length : 2.370 mm Height : 1.490 mm
Seat : 890 mm
Weight : 220 kg
Engine
Motor design: Single cylinder 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 313 ccm
Hub: 62 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 313 ccm
Hub: 62 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: 2 cylinder series 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 143 km/h
Performance: 34 HP at 9.500 U/Min
Torque: 28 NM bei 7.500 U/Min Tank contents: 11 Litre
Consumption: 3 l
Reach: 330 km
Performance: 34 HP at 9.500 U/Min
Torque: 28 NM bei 7.500 U/Min Tank contents: 11 Litre
Consumption: 3 l
Reach: 330 km
Maximum speed: 187 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 68 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 23 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 535 km
Performance: 73 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 68 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 23 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 535 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Lattice tube (steel) Front suspension:
Upside-down 41 mm (travel 180 mm) Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 180 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/80 R 19
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 17
Lattice tube (steel) Front suspension:
Upside-down 41 mm (travel 180 mm) Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 180 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/80 R 19
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 17
Frame type:
Double loop central tube frame (steel) Front suspension:
KYB USD fork 43mm, fully adjustable (travel 230 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, fully adjustable (travel 220 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium Tyres at the front: 90/90-21 M/C 54V
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 18 M/C 70V M S
Double loop central tube frame (steel) Front suspension:
KYB USD fork 43mm, fully adjustable (travel 230 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, fully adjustable (travel 220 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium Tyres at the front: 90/90-21 M/C 54V
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 18 M/C 70V M S
Brakes
Front brake
Single disc (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 240 mm)
Single disc (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 240 mm)
Front brake
Brembo, double disc (∅ 282 mm) Rear brake
Brembo single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Brembo, double disc (∅ 282 mm) Rear brake
Brembo single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Good, but not cheap
So you can imagine enjoying day trips or the ferries of everyday life on normal routes with the BMW G 310 GS. For the big tour she is rather too unrelaxed. BMW is calling for around 6,050 euros for this model. The question then arises as to who should buy this. Sure, it is suitable for beginners qua law. But as a pure beginner bike a bit expensive.
BMW's 310 series has clear qualities. If you can do without the rather limited touring ability anyway, you should take a look at the already mentioned G 310: Here you can save another 700 Euros.
The test bike was provided to us by Bergmann and Söhne in Pinneberg near Hamburg.
Conclusion - what sticks
We underestimated the T7 World Raid before the test. At least we didn't expect how mature the machine is. Seat height, sheer size and the higher weight make the World Raid a different machine than the "little sister" T7. It is made for the gaaaaanz long journey over hill and dale and drives extremely confidently. It is not suitable for smaller people, but this is already evident in the seat test. The good sales figures of the two previous T7 models should improve the World Raid again - it is actually not a cheap wash, but quasi new motorcycle.The test bike was kindly provided by the Yamaha Center Hamburg / Tecius & Reimers. There, the World Raid stands as a demonstrator and looks forward to test drives. Just call and ask for Joachim. Have fun!
