2024 YAMAHA MT-03 vs BMW G 310 R
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 YAMAHA MT-03 78 cm Lowest seat here
- BMW G 310 R 78.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 34 hp (BMW G 310 R) up to 42 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-03).
- Torque spans 28 Nm (BMW G 310 R) up to 29.6 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-03).
- Weight spans 168 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-03) to 181 kg (BMW G 310 R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
Reader votes so far — total 5: 2024 YAMAHA MT-03 (3); BMW G 310 R (2).
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| Specification | YAMAHA MT-03 | BMW G 310 R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | BMW |
| Model | YAMAHA MT-03 | BMW G 310 R |
| Engine size | 300cc | 300cc |
| Power | 42hp | 34hp |
| Torque | 29.6nm. | 28nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 168kg | 181kg |
| Front brake | Hydraulic single disc brake, 298mm; ABS | Single disc, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper, radially bolted |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic single disc brake, 220mm; ABS | Single disc, diameter 240 mm, single-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 78cm | 78.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70R17 | 110/70 R17 |
| Rear tyre | 140/70R17 | 150/60 R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 37mm KYB® inverted fork; 5.1-in travel | Upside down fork, Ø 41 mm |
| Rear suspension | Single shock; 7-step preload adjustable, 4.9-in travel | Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 180km/h | 165km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.2 L/100km | 11 L – 3.8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $4999 | $4995 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -Slipper Clutch, Digital LCD Instrumentation |
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2024 YAMAHA MT-03 vs 2023 BMW G 310 R: listed specifications
The 2024 YAMAHA MT-03 and 2023 BMW G 310 R are closely matched in displacement, while the MT-03 has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
MT-03 and G 310 R have very similar engine displacement (300 cc vs 300 cc).
Peak power
MT-03 has a clear listed power advantage (42 hp vs 34 hp).
Torque
MT-03 has a modest listed torque advantage (29.6 Nm vs 28 Nm).
Listed top speed
MT-03 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (180 km/h vs 165 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
MT-03 has a modest listed weight advantage (168 kg vs 181 kg). MT-03 and G 310 R have very similar seat heights (78 cm vs 78.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of YAMAHA MT-03 vs BMW G 310 R?
YAMAHA MT-03 is listed at 180 km/h (112 mph) vs 165 km/h (103 mph) for BMW G 310 R.
Which has more horsepower, YAMAHA MT-03 or BMW G 310 R?
YAMAHA MT-03 has 42 hp compared with 34 hp on the BMW G 310 R.
Which is lighter, YAMAHA MT-03 or BMW G 310 R?
YAMAHA MT-03 is lighter at 168 kg vs 181 kg for BMW G 310 R.
Which is better, YAMAHA MT-03 or BMW G 310 R?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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