By Come to think of it. The only affordable adventure motorcycle in the market for a long time was the Hero Impulse. Then came the Royal Enfield Himalayan. The motorcycle too was discontinued after a short stint primarily because it didn’t meet the emission norms. Now, there is another contender that one can look at and it is the BMW G310 GS. The BMW has been a much awaited motorcycle. However, the prices as expected are very high. The BMW in this comparison boasts a lower engine capacity but a higher power output. However, the Himalayan claws its way back with a lower price tag and a widespread dealer network in India. So which one of these motorcycles should be occupying your dream garage? Let’s find out with the Royal Enfield Himalayan ABS vs BMW G 310 GS spec comparison. If time and resources permit, we will also soon have the Royal Enfield Himalayan ABS vs BMW G 310 GS proper comparison at a later stage.
Royal Enfield Himalayan ABS vs BMW G 310 GS specifications table
| Royal Enfield Himalayan | BMW G 310 GS | |
| Engine Specification | ||
| Type | Single cylinder, air cooled | Single cylinder, liquid cooled |
| Engine capacity | 411cc | 313cc |
| Valvetrain | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Max Power | 24.5PS@6,500rpm | 34PS@9,500rpm |
| Max torque | 32Nm@4,250rpm | 28Nm@7,500rpm |
| Power/Weight | 126.28PS/tonne | 200.59PS/tonne |
| Dimensions | ||
| LxWxH (mm) | 2,190x 840x 1,360 | 2,075x 880x 1,230 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,465 | 1,420 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15 litres | 11 litres |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 194 | 169.5 |
| Suspension | ||
| Front | Telescopic | Upside down fork |
| Rear | Monoshock | Monoshock |
| Brakes | ||
| Front | 300mm disc | 300mm disc |
| Rear | 240mm disc | 240mm disc |
| Tyres | ||
| Front | 90/90-20 | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear | 120/90-17 | 150/70-R17 |
| Price (ex-Mumbai) | 1.78 lakh | 3.49 lakh |
