Comparing the BMW G 310 R and the Suzuki GSX‑8R side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the BMW G 310 R comes with a 313cc unit compared to the Suzuki GSX‑8R's 776 cc, producing 34 hp at 9,250 rpm and 82 bhp @ 8,500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 30 kmpl for the BMW G 310 R versus 23 km/l for the Suzuki GSX‑8R. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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| Cooling System | Liquid / water-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 313cc | 776 cc |
| Engine Type | Water-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve | 4-stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC, 8-valve |
| Power | 34 hp at 9,250 rpm | 82 bhp @ 8,500 rpm |
| Torque | 28 Nm @ ~7,500 rpm | 78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 L | 14L |
| Mileage | 30 kmpl | 23 km/l |
| Top Speed (km/h) | — | 230 |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 164 | 205 |
| Seat Height | 785 | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel | Dual-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 300 mm Caliper - 4 Piston | Dual 310 mm discs, radial-mount 4-piston calipers |
| Front Suspension | Upside down fork , Ø 41 mm | Showa SFF-BP 43 mm upside-down fork |
| Rear Brake | Disc 240 mm Caliper - 1 Piston | Single 240 mm disc, 1-piston caliper |
| Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium dual swing arm | Showa link-type mono-shock, preload adjustable |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 110/70 - R17 | 120/70 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 150/60 - R17 | 180/55 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Cast aluminium alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | LED (projector-style, vertically stacked) |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V / 8 Ah, | 12 V, 8 Ah (Maintenance-free) |
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| Cluster | Digital console | 5-inch full-colour TFT display (Bluetooth-enabled, multiple ride modes, traction control, gear indicator) |
| Color Options | Triple BlackPolar White Racing Blue MetallicGranite Gray Metallic | Metallic Triton BlueMetallic Matt Sword SilverMetallic Matt Black No 2 |
| Connectivity Features | — | Bluetooth, ride modes, traction control, TFT display |
| Drive Modes | — | Active, Basic, Comfort |
| Final Drive Type | — | chain |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection | Electronic fuel injection (EFI) |
| On-Road Price (Subsidy Adjusted, ₹) | — | 1132094 |
| Price Variants | Standard | 290000 | Standard | 988551 | Single variant (Dual-channel ABS, bi-directional quick-shifter, ride-modes) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | 6-speed constant mesh, manual | 6-speed, bi-directional quick-shifter, assist & slipper clutch |
| Vehicle Warranty (Years) | — | 2 |
