Rally Raid Products BMW G 310GS - build, test, discussion, prep for adventure

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

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[@alanbstard4]

still better off with a 2 stroke in country like that. He did a fine job with it. Why the fuck can't we produce a motorcycle? Look into the history of Oz and see how many manufacturers we used to have. Check the A-Z sites.google.com/site/aushistmc/home/n

[@Jecklen16]

Any footage of the actual event and how the bike performed?

[@orenlv]

awesome video , can you please share the full list of the components that you upgraded in the bikes . Thanks

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Watch the entire video they are all there.

[@NavyScrubz]

I couldn't hear properly, what bolt vibrated loose?

[@ridewithderek3571]

I loved watching the bikes bottom out their suspension in slow motion, you could really appreciate the amount of force being sent through the frame and triple tree

[@mikewilliams6086]

Loved the music free part to listening to the bikes on trail. Love these big event type adventures! Thanks for this video. Lovely to see Amy out there crushing it on a massive adventure

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@andreyka64]

I've been waiting for someone to do a proper build of the g310. You guys did an amazing job on this build and a great video. thank you.

[@petergoddard1960]

A massive thank you, Dave, for documenting this. I had great expectations for how this build would turn out as I am about to invest in a G310gs myself and as funds allow, I shall be adding the RR kit. Even at this ‘beta’ stage the transformation is really impressive, and irrespective of the anticipation of an offering by the great ‘orange’ in this class, this bike is a game changer for adventure riding. I hope we’ll be hearing more of The A team and their adventures on the channel.

[@Rmatt26]

Nice video! Thumbs up for cutting the music for the test ride part. Great job!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I thought viewers would like that.

[@Evandiego16]

Great riding! Excellent way to showcase the bike and especially the power plant. I've never ridden off road but the 310GS would be on the top of my list.

[@robmorris1970rm]

Amazing video just bought a 310 and as soon as I can afford it I will be adding this kit . Finally my perfect bike may become a reality.

[@hallohallo4652]

How is the 310 After 1 year

[@mohba01]

shinny shinny ! Small bikes are punk rock. They're a middle finger to the idea that bigger is always better.. cant wait for the india launch ! (I hope it launches !)

[@DeepakRaj-zc3zn]

Alinel Woundhorn It has been confirmed that G310gs and the G310r will be launching in the second half of this year

[@atulshukla7372]

Deepak Raj hope so ....बेसब्री से इंतज़ार कर रहा हु इसका।क्या कुछ और news है आपके पास इस bike के according...ie. booking delivery price??

[@scottjackson163]

I have the G310 GS, fitted with some of the mods from the Rally Raid kit (bash plate, radiator protection, bar riser, TKC-80 tires). Another item (in addition to the suspension upgrade and spoked wheels) that I regard as essential for this motorcycle is a gearing modification. The stock version just does not have the low-end torque that you need for enduro/single track. I hear that dropping a tooth on the counter-sprocket works wonders.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

One tooth would be too much I would have thought

[@darko_lengkeek-jakupovic]

​@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV perhaps a few teeth more on the rear sprocket cloud help.

[@osimnod]

Glad to see more ADV bikes in the light-to-mid weight and power range being offered. Would imagine most ADV riders dread dropping a 500 pound (unladen) rig in the bush, so don't venture off-road as much as they'd like. Would like to know what the OEM bike weighs compared to the RR kit rig. The single trail these tackled in their shake-down run looked pretty challenging -- more so than what would be attempted on a BDR or TAT-type route in the USA, at least. But great to know the RR set-up took it in stride.

[@ivarevertsson4286]

osimnod o

[@Patryk_Luna]

Fantastic! Can’t wait to see what you guys will do with the 390 Adventure! Much love from London, England!

[@jtandy]

Thanks Dave! Great video. Really like the look at that bike!

[@blister4walken]

Nice build. Would be great to follow Amys' journey to Europe. If i had the cash ( and ability) this bike would be on the list.

[@francoismarais8481]

Rally raid kit looks awesome!

[@jdman7170]

Going to be following this to see how the little GS does. Thanks for the video!

[@mikewilliams6086]

Hi guys. Another awesome video. Can I suggest maybe doing an in depth rally set up video one day. This would have been a great opportunity for this. I really enjoyed watching some other Dakar racing British videos. Obviously this requires a large amount of video and editing

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Mate we've moved on. I can't see that happening.

[@n9oqu]

I love that Aussie accent! I am a Yank from Champaign Illinois. I would love to buy one of these bikes!

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Great film and review. ...it looks a great bike!....good luck to them on the rally! Steve

[@PatYouells]

I got to throw my leg over a 310 GS at the bike show this year. I was totally floored by how light it was. I can't wait to ride one in the dirt.

[@kenneymadsen5710]

Just learned about this bike recently and it would possibly be my entry into adventure-riding. But the list of things fitted to this bike... damn. I am sure they are good. But I just visited the website of Rally Raid, just for shits 'n giggles and added all this stuff to the cart and I might even have missed some things. And it's close to £5.900! That is not much south of what I have seen the whole bike cost new. And that is in my country. I am sure the bike is cheaper in other countries in europe, meaning the bike is fitted and decked out with upgrades worth the same as the whole bike itself.

[@UnaSolaTorah]

Just what i need for my bike....thank you very much!!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Our pleasure!

[@kunaltomar131289]

Love to see the comparison between this GS and WR250r both with rally Raid build

[@dubv6902]

That’s an awesome bike!

[@Moondoggy1941]

Funny I emailed Rally Raid last week and I inquired about the BMW 310 and they stated that they only have the rear shock, basically nothing else. I was hoping to convert a 310 R to a full blown Rally Raid like the Honda 500.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

That's crap. It's Rally Raid Products UK!

[@Moondoggy1941]

OK I get it now. I was wanting to convert a BMW 310 R to a full blown Rally Raid bike their parts are for the 310 GS not the 310 R model. The 310 GS are US 6 K and the 310 R are 4.5K so if I am going to swap everything out anyway why not start with the R model plus it 0% financing.

[@dudoplatz]

You are such an inspiration....keep up the passion....and yes thank you for sending the music to trash 😊

[@MrRIDHOKASIO]

Great Job, very good. 👍

[@bvkmohan]

Damn! It's a shame one can't do what you guys did with the stock shocks.

[@rochaverdes8376]

The bedt video about this bike. Thx bro

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

No problem 👍

[@zachcd390119]

For me the coolest thing would be if the modifications came straight from the showroom floor. Modifications are fun, but this gear effectively doubles the original cost of the bike. (Which is still reasonableish I spose)

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

A fun little bike but I think the KTM390 is more bang for your buck.

[@zachcd390119]

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV That's good to know. Thanks for your thoughts!

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

Such a cool little bike. Thanks for being mad. Cheers.

[@raymondgarlick4624]

That looks like a good time.

[@whispard7782]

Buy a cheap bike, throw in few more thousands into improving it. End price reaches the level of new F 750 GS. Then there is the question, is it really worth the time and money? Roughly speaking G750GS would be the bike for a longer time than 310GS. But thanks for the video, it gave me some information to think about.

[@MikeBeeman]

Dam nice bikes. i had a CRF 250L. it was a good bike but just needed a little more power. this sounds like the sweet spot.

[@trainingtheworld5093]

These new parts look great..looks expensive though...

[@kiran12c]

Irony is ... these bikes are made in India yet an Indian consumers like us have to wait for almost a year more than rest of the world to have our hands on them

[@MrRIDHOKASIO]

kiran Radha Karunakaran Hohoho, the real Irony 😀

[@suryakasetty]

Hi Team, can you please list down names of all the aftermarket products used to modify this motorcycle?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

It's all discussed in video, all will eventually be available in on the Rally Raid Products site.

[@GiantLoopMoto]

Thanks MAD TV!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

No thank you Giant Loop. You've been a wonderful support over the years to our many adventures and your gear just keeps getting better and better.

[@johannesmiller1849]

Very nice video, thanks a lot for the effort! I would like to know if the bikes in the video are kitted with the Rally Raid Level 1 or Level 2 suspension kit. Could you pls. comment on that? Thx!

[@dtomic17]

This is awsome, but I am still waiting for the Ktm 390 adventure.

[@disaar3679]

The KTM 390 adv is going to kill everything from 125cc up to 600ccs probably. Can't wait!

[@vishwajeetubale9103]

dtomic17 do you have any idea when it'll be launch or at least showcased somewhere?

[@Marco-cl9pb]

a tracer 300 with the R3 engine would be nice too :p

[@sin_rodeos]

Me too

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yeah I would like to see it to, but it looks and sounds like a unicorn

[@thejohnnerparty]

Very good vlog. I'm in USA. It would be nice if that upgrade could be ordered and install at the factory. I think it would save some money on the upgrade. ;-)

[@themotobanditshow]

Love the channel. Tom Richardson Evolution isn’t on iTunes? All his EP’s are there but this song. Keep the videos coming.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I thought it was. Go back and look at his older work.

[@rumanona]

Hi there, so far a great product ..-- good look also -.

[@gkanai1400]

The key is that there is only one aggressive dirt tire in 19" and 17"- the Pirelli Scorpion Rally. The Contis are really DP tires.

[@yodapig]

That's ok, this is a Dual Purpose bike ;o) Fortunately the TKC80 works very well both on road and off - in all but really slippery/muddy conditions.

[@JorgeGonzalez-ei6ft]

Have you any i formation on the release date of the Rally Raid kit. Or who can i contact here in Aus. That will be distributing for them. Any info appreciated. Thanks

[@MegaMatojo]

Wonder how much for all this upgrades? Why not take a beef up Yamaha 250VR almost of the rack to take to the Rally? Just ask. But I got it tell I had a 2007 F650GS, sold it in favor of 2010 Yamaha TW 200 that is set for touring with back rack and Happy Trail side cases.But now since BMW have this out in the market I would love to give it a try, the 650 was to big for my liking even with lower kits.

[@Daniel-tj6mc]

I love everything about the bike except for the single cylinder. Like how long before that single needs to be rebuilt

[@ddm650]

Appreciate if your share the list of components that u guys upgraded from the original ? After upgraded, the bike seem like a different animal 🍺

[@Immaculate_Perception]

I would also be interested in a catalog or website where I can check some of these products out if possible. Appreciate it.

[@borderm3]

I have tkc80’s on mine aired down. I have problems with the front end washing out. Would upgrading the suspension sort it out or get a real dual sport?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I think the fron tyre is a little wide for slippery mud or loam. I found a similar thing.

[@borderm3]

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV I wonder why rally raid didnt go with 21” on the front? I thought about making another gs 21” fit.

[@cristianguevara4390]

Hello, was the handlebar re-painted or is it different from the BMW original??

[@cyberdaniel17]

Wow! This wheels are so bealtiful! Are best than default wheels! What is this model?

[@SLFYSH]

Hope those GL bags are very heat resistant since they look so close to the exhaust on the right side.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Exhaust guard is provided by Giant Loop and fitted. Look closely at the vid to see it.

[@voirphoto]

Nice. But why upgrade two bikes? Throw on a set of off-road tires on a stock bike and directly compare with the fully upgraded bike. See if the pricy upgrades are worth the expense.

[@yodapig]

Hi Voir - this was not designed to be a comparison test - rather it was a shake-down of the pre-production parts prior to going on sale. By preparing two identical bikes, you can see if any failure was a one-off due to misfortune, or potentially a weak spot. Similarly, Adam and Amy were riding together over along-distance multi-terrain event, so it was only fair they were on similar performing machines (much as you might consider if a pair of you were riding around the world together). In addition Amy will be continuing her travels across Asia later this summer, while the 2nd bike will remain in Australia for long-term testing and press demos etc.

[@csbalazs01]

Voir Studio: valid question. It should be great to see if these several tousand of Pounds modifications gave reasonable advantages? (out of tyres as they are must)

[@Backhurtsbad]

When are are seeing Chris Birch again this month ?

[@stefanocioni2587]

great video lads! that lady can ride, good stuff! no mention of sprocket changes...?

[@aryanprabhudesai6454]

True value for money

[@jkpinpdx]

Would this kit void the factory warranty of the new 2021 US version? What does Rally Raid say?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

you need to ask them. Having said that there was a recall of the bike in Australia and it didn't.

[@betito1607]

Que le hiciste a la suspensión delantera???

[@sanjaywadhwani4520]

Good Luck Guys.

[@brianmorse8811]

I had named my BMW G 310 GS Sanjay two Months ago Jest now I saw your name. is it Hindi?

[@ranzalizali]

Hey...can u a make a video for Benelli trk 502 n 251 ??

[@juniey953]

What rim set did you replace for the stock mags?

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

How much did the bike & upgrades cost...hope it's not as much as the 800 😐 but I wouldn't surprise me.Did you alter the rear sprocket at all , or is it stock

[@vd2597]

just curious, how many if any engine or electrical issues have you guys come across with this bike? Issues not relating to any of the mods or upgrades you guys have done. Reason i ask is because i recently purchased this bike new, put 500 miles on it and it started giving me shifting issues. Mechanic at dealer said it looked and felt like it was gonna need a new transmission. I really like the bike and had many plans to upgrade parts via Rally Raid. Im torn between keeping it or upgrading to a F850GS. I came across a forum where other people have had issues ranging from transmissions to wiring harnesses. I'd really like to hear your input on this, thanks!

[@speedbird01]

Great video, I would like to have seen some links to your sponsors products to support them

[@markkandie9423]

Good stuff guys.

[@jayasingamratnasingam253]

How much would these mods cost? Say for example the suspension changes alone?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

You'll have to enquire with Rally Raid Products UK as we filmed this a long time ago.

[@mitchellboyd5256]

I recon this is an awesome little bike and this set up is mint, i just wish someone would make a larger fuel tank already

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Range is pretty good as it's more economical that its opposition. High 300 kms.

[@attilamaradi]

Can you give a list of what you have changed?

[@ADVRaiderKTM]

This bike in its stock form was absolutely unbearable, but this setup looks amazing! Wish this was offered as factory option

[@sefisredtv8991]

BoomerE30 unbearable? Then this bike will only be half decent for you with rr upgrade. Better look for other bikes.

[@NorCalSaint]

"absolutely unbearable"? You would need to share your stats (experience & weight) for me to even begin to believe that...

[@SolomonsMartialArts]

a factory version with a 450cc motor bmw had a 450cc dualsport just use that motor...

[@SolomonsMartialArts]

yes all the part you change , you have already paid for and now they are useless , you don t get credit . that s why I want a bike that is the way I want it stock this bike is 5600 plus 3000 for the upgrade plus it really needs a 450cc

[@PeterPrism]

You are great boys!!!

[@ripmax333]

The suspension upgrade shown here, is it the stage 1 or stage 2 ? The optional spoked wheels by rally raid, do they have the same OEM diameter?

[@chrisredfield3240]

ripmax333 it looks like 17/19. The front looks bigger than the rear.

[@yodapig]

The suspension is LEVEL 2 (+20mm travel). The wheels are the same size for either suspension kit, as the bike comes standard with a 19" front wheel (unlike the Honda CB500X, that needs the LEVEL 2 suspension to fit the larger front wheel) - the rear is 17", and they are a direct replacement for the standard cast wheels - including all the original brakes, ABS sensors and cush-drive.

[@MrAmalthejus]

Wish we had such customization companies in India

[@cyclopathic998]

Good luck to Amy and Mitch we'll be waiting for their comments!

[@donaldwesson7398]

In the end just get a 650 or 800 for the same costs with the upgrades.

[@cr8zyd8ve]

Donald Wesson that’s what I’m wondering

[@НатальяКукушкина-я1ч]

Wow, where did you these fly screens in particular?

[@tarun-bullrider]

Sir too much noice from engine head, similar issue with other gs 310 too. Any remedy, please help

[@luckymotovlog4139]

I love this bike

[@wuttmodel3232]

Verry good clip bmw g310gs

[@a10s91]

Fuel tank capacity is a huge concern, I don't see any specific reason for it being less than 15 litres. It will still keep the wet weight way below 200 kg

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

OK

[@MrWANsheckler]

Hi, will this be avaipable as a "upgrade" for stock gs?

[@pongsathornJf]

Where to buy motorcycle mirror bmw g310gs

[@ka4172]

Damned where are the good old Yamaha XTs gone?

[@johna6968]

How much more purposeful that bike now looks

[@Immaculate_Perception]

Great informative video; thanks. I'm a experienced rider- off Road mostly. And looking for a adventure bike. I just went to the dealership today and checked these out. I plan on using it mostly for commuting to work. But we live in the desert and will definitely be using off Road as well. Are some of these aftermarket parts you guys moded the bikes with be available in the US? I would definitely be interested in doing something similar to mine when I pick it up. Thanks!

[@prajeeshkumar5722]

I can seee the headlights vibrating like crazy....

[@JorgeGonzalez-ei6ft]

Im a fairly new rider with only mx bikes in bush experience. Ive just got my L to take up ADV riding. Keen as to buy the new 790 ktm in a yr or two. But as im short one end. You have just showed me the perfect entry level bike for me. But will defs need the rally raid kit straight away for my style of riding. Any idea of the cost?

[@zzxx33mh]

Jorge Gonzalez never been cheap..Its really cool mods,the basic mods will no doubt will exceed 2.5K $,it's nudget entry to GS prestige club.. I recommend The Green machine Versys 300X..or wait for KTM390..in the end it's your preference choice..the heart vs the brain..

[@luisvaleri7938]

what the suspension travel before and after pleaseeeee! and price fr the hole lot1?

[@yodapig]

If you go to www.rally-raidproducts.co.uk there is a FAQ section on the shop page already. Everything is due on sale at the end of March 2018.

[@NavyScrubz]

I couldn't hear properly, what bolt vibrated loose?

[@motomitchuk4384]

NavyScrubz the oem cockpit support nut vibrated loose, just below the ignition barrel

[@NavyScrubz]

So basically the dash came loose?

[@reerbaadia1896]

Live in sunny beachy island and you get to do this. If this ein't heaven. I didn't know what is.

[@JTOMS]

Whats the length and height of the handlebar?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

don't know, contact Rally Raid Products UK

[@danielemilazzo432]

Are these bikes ok for tall riders?

[@jkpinpdx]

Approximate total cost example to upgrade this bike?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

No idea go to the Rally Raid Products site

[@EPeltzer]

I kept wondering why? Why not just buy a KTM 500 or something with good dirt suspenders rather than go to all this trouble. But then I realized, this bike has a much lower seat height than almost any other adventure bike. That's really the key. So many riders just can't deal with high seats. I don't mind having to do suspenders, but having to replace the wheels, and it really needs wire wheels, that's a pretty expensive change to have to make. Good on Rally Raid, but maybe BMW needs a true rally version of this . . . ?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Seat height, lower centralisation of mass

[@titoarifianto2037]

How much the rally raid tromol front n rear 310gs

[@camhick1]

Great Video guy's. Questions, 1) Is Amy doing any videos on her travels? eg like Lyndon Poskitt. Would be interesting to see how the bike goes on her trip. 2) Been following Rally Raid's posts on the GS310, and just wondering how much extra cost the modifications will add to the initial cost of the bike, is it going to be price competitive against other adventure bikes?

[@petergoddard1960]

John from Rally Raid posted a couple of prices on the forum yesterday, but we can expect the full price list by the end of March. As to price comparison, there's a lot more variables other than price to weigh up. A full RR kit is likely to add well over two grand to the cost of the bike if all the options are installed. That having been said, the bike will still be lighter and more capable on tougher trails than anything else out there. Even if KTM release a 390 Adventure (which is widely postulated) it's not currently to market, and it won't have a suspension to match the bespoke Tractive upgrades that come with the RR kit. It almost certainly will be more expensive than the G310GS too.

[@camhick1]

Thanks, I'm from NZ and the bike is $10,000 nzd so $3000 extra for the full Suspension, wheels, bash plate, and pipe would be fare.

[@stevemclachlan8984]

Campbell Hicks was

[@anindyadkhar1125]

How do we get these products here in India? And also, how do we service it once it's damaged or something?

[@sefisredtv8991]

Hope amy does vlog her trip like lindon from races to places

[@FavoriteScenes5999]

amazing tune!!

[@whitedrguy6503]

Also curious about a rough price of the kit. Just over $8000A for the bike is a good price, 2- 2 1/2 grand for the kit would make it a good option, maybe an update to my legend DR 650 could be on the cards. I am guessing if KTM made a 390 adventure it would be stupid money.

[@dtomic17]

WhiteDRguy 650, I wouldn't be surprised if the ktm 390 adventure would be close to 15k which is not affordable fun.

[@mohba01]

I dont think the BMW is better than a DR in any possible way. just my opinion though.

[@bayselec]

The 390 Adventure would have to be priced less than the 690. Be interesting how it would be specked standard. I like this little BMW looks great what they have done.

[@dtomic17]

Robs Rides, if they can keep it at 10k and below would be perfect. But knowing KTM a dirtbike cost 12k.

[@p.a.4928]

Hello, if you have the money, wait for the KTM 790 Adventure... It could be the best adventure bike since the 640 adventure, with more abilities because it's a Twin cylinder ! Bye.