BMW G 310 GS vs Kawasaki Versys-X 300 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan | Comparison Review

BMW G 310 GS vs Kawasaki Versys-X 300 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan | Comparison Review | Autocar India

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5 жыл бұрын

It wasn't long ago that adventure bikes were only found at the premium end of the market. Things have changed today, and we now have three sub-5 Rs lakh compact ADVs in the BMW G 310 GS, Kawasaki Versys-X 300 and the Royal Enfield Himalayan. Team Autocar takes all three for a long ride to have some fun and find out which one we'd rather ride into the sunset.
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@SOORYANATH2 3 жыл бұрын

BMW G310 GS : The best adv tourer on road The best comfort The best weight and handling No unnecessary sounds and maintenance issues like rusting, engine noise like Himalayan The cash you will be giving for BMW G310 GS will be worth it This is a best bike for peoples who want to settle and no other bikes u ll be buying in life Buy it

@Al.j.Vasquez 4 жыл бұрын

Versys 300 owner here I swapped the front sprocket from a 14t to a 15 tooth, the gears are longer, the bike makes less perceivable torque, still, even in the steepest hills, i rarely use 1st gear, keep in mind, if you use smooth tyres, they won't grab the dirt very well, giving you less sensation of torque, still, if you twist the throttle hard, the rear wheel will spin because the bike does make enough power in low revs, using 1st gear even with the longer gears is something to be careful of, the bike sends a little too much power to the rear tyre, it can be fun unless you're in a very uncomfortable situation, like loose fine dust on a corner on an uphill, that's where you don't want your rear wheel to spin, i use 2nd gear at most if i want to control the torque on my bike, maybe i use 1st gear in less than 1% of the roads I've ever ridden. I'm not saying it's as strong as a CRF, but the commentary is misleading because it makes you believe it's a weak bike that needs to use 1st gear a lot.

@patelparitosh77 5 жыл бұрын

I wonder how no one would have ever imagined that a humble RE would ever contend against German and Japanese.

@Dave-sw2dm 5 жыл бұрын

I went through this process on my own and ended up with a '19 Himalayan Non-ABS. The Versys is as you described. The 310 felt like a BMW poser. Like buying a Mustang with a 4 cylinder engine. The Royal Enfield just felt right from the first 10 feet. I rode it first, and then rode it last and that made up my mind. Closing in on 1000 miles in 1 month and enjoying it more and more. If you desire to ride US interstates or many single track trails it is not the bike for that. If you stay within its limitations you will have a lot of fun with this bike.

@backpackerDeep 5 жыл бұрын

Just completed Spiti on Himalayan bs4. It's a great machine. Feels like its Built for Himalayas.

@kaushiknarayanam 5 жыл бұрын

That last shot is epic and nice way to convey the message that RE is the one to choose!

@aingzuu2110 4 жыл бұрын

Seriously 🤣? It sucks better to go with bmw

@voyager369 3 жыл бұрын

Yess! It's a great bike❤️

@raunaqlal 5 жыл бұрын

This is the right way to do an automobile review. Unlike some channels which prefer making power movies with unnecessary high tech editing which have nothing to do with the automobile in the first place.

@mahesanjb4580 5 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with you. :D

@Raw_naq 5 жыл бұрын

Word

@theorex8621 5 жыл бұрын

110% right

@pavithranm.t310 5 жыл бұрын

Well said

@manojprabakar959 5 жыл бұрын

#PDarmy 😂

@bulletraja6508 5 жыл бұрын

Already i have done 2 trip north Sikkim & east Sikkim by Himaliyan..It's a just amazing bike i am really happy to buy that motorcycle...Supper comfort....

@Sudarshan_Mishra 5 жыл бұрын

HIMALAYAN is simply the best option in the budget segment.................👍

@siddheshpatil1286 5 жыл бұрын

Lovely video keep up the good work . Nice angles of taking the video n end part was too good

@adityanag1 5 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna sell my rc 200 and buy myself a Himalayan this May, finally shifting to an adventure tourer.

@TheTwinPost 5 жыл бұрын

I can totally relate to this shift of mind.... Although I'm not going as far end as you are .... I've selling my RC390 and moving on to an Interceptor650.

@VishnuBabu007 5 жыл бұрын

Good decision .. Himalayan or cbr 250r ✌️ or Cb 300 ✌️

@bharath7528 5 жыл бұрын

@@VishnuBabu007 touring choose the CBR.... Of and on road choose the Himalayan non abs version

@votpavel 5 жыл бұрын

hymalaian will look amazing for you,i just hate ktm and the way they look

@joelgeorge9525 5 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna buy the brand new Xpulse

@apdsouza 5 жыл бұрын

My heart says Kawasaki My wallet says Himalayan

@akshayhiremath1980 5 жыл бұрын

My heart says BMW.

@votpavel 5 жыл бұрын

you cant beat that gorgeous himalayan dashboard,remember that himalayan is shorter so short riders like me will find it the only choice

@ankushsahoo 5 жыл бұрын

@@votpavel lol

@xordux7 4 жыл бұрын

Brain will say KTM 390 Adventure 👍🏼

@khasimshariff9621 4 жыл бұрын

Himalayan🔥

@bikashanand9172 5 жыл бұрын

I am waiting for Himalayan 650. That would be a bomb.

@mohba01 5 жыл бұрын

only thing is RE is not planning to make one. Ever.

@aveekh 5 жыл бұрын

Alinel Woundhorn incase they do , imagine the sales in india .

@bikashanand9172 5 жыл бұрын

Alinel Woundhorn Are you close to the management of RE ? Don’t dishearten us without credible info.

@ahmedAli-ok7gz 5 жыл бұрын

Enfield can any day increase the power output of Himalayan if they want

@muhabbath100 5 жыл бұрын

bikash anand what bomb man ? 411 cc engine. heating is heavy then just think about 650 cc u will run away. cc is enough for himalayan little bit torque cud be increased and built quality of product. thats it then riders are happy with this price tag

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job guys! That was a comparison video worth watching. 👍

@Selfishlover2011 5 жыл бұрын

I'm a RE Himalayan fan.. Who else?

@nitin9837560 5 жыл бұрын

No one

@reemusrrf2543 5 жыл бұрын

Mee

@muhabbath100 5 жыл бұрын

Bee not fan till the RE make quality products.

@gshivasankar 5 жыл бұрын

Me too, While I happly own 310GS :-)

@ankushsahoo 5 жыл бұрын

Nope its a disappointment

@basuri911 5 жыл бұрын

I wish royal enfield could come up with a more equipped version of the himalayan , like mobile phone companies do. A Himalayan PRO sort of bike with switchable abs/traction control, little bit more power, and optional alloys plus tubeless tyres combo. liked the review though. it's time Autocar took care of us bikewallas as well.

@rohithstanly 5 жыл бұрын

Alloys aren't necessary for Himalayan i think

@drwangdi 5 жыл бұрын

For Adventure riding category bikes spoke wheels are the norm if I am correct.

@kun490 5 жыл бұрын

@@drwangdi You're right! Spokes are preferred on adventure/off-road bikes

@votpavel 5 жыл бұрын

why spoke wheels are better for adventure riding?

@vishnupriyan9324 5 жыл бұрын

Alloys on an adventure bike... Lol

@27siddarth 5 жыл бұрын

I am currently at ladhak and the only bikes I saw were Royal Enfield and most of them were the Himalayan. Started to like it now.

@nna4635 5 жыл бұрын

Re got sales marketing bcoz of this bullets seen only in Himalayas. Rest it's a heavy crude bike. You can do ladak trip much easy on a Honda unicorn. With some mods on the Honda bike it's really easy to ride. Rest yr wish .

@nna4635 5 жыл бұрын

Re bullet paint job ,looks make people buy these bikes.. It's up to you to decide. Ride the unicorn with them they will look at you !!

@nna4635 5 жыл бұрын

The Himalayan is a tall heavy bike .. Don't get carried away with the looks.. The only best thing in it is the soft suspension.. It still lacks refinement!! I bet you after completing you will feel happy with your light weight unicorn or fz 150cc.. Once you do one river crossing you will know.. And the best is milage of ur bike ..

@cannotthinkofoneatth 4 жыл бұрын

Ladakh*

@ChiefChaudhury 5 жыл бұрын

After owning a cl 350 for a long period of time i have recently exchanged it for RE HIMALAYAN ABS, and for the past 3 weeks i have been testing its potential, and to my suprise ,its doing great. And i dont kno why complaining about speed in tours, we dont need that. The best part is its simplicity and the second part is its super easy to wash. If you have done offroading you will understand what i m saying. All around performance, i d say go for himalayan.

@aravindpujari4 5 жыл бұрын

who else is waiting for RE Himalayan 650 !!!

@deepakdeeps540 5 жыл бұрын

I am waiting

@akshayrajaram123 5 жыл бұрын

I doubt that will come, but I reckon a 6 speed version with 450 cc and 30bhp is on the way

@unclesam6764 5 жыл бұрын

@@akshayrajaram123 that would be awesome

@gshivasankar 5 жыл бұрын

it is atleast 2 years away!!

@Dave-sw2dm 5 жыл бұрын

A 650 is going to weight more requiring stronger frame, upgraded suspension, bigger/better brakes, etc. If they can keep the weight down low and manage the extra heat well it should be a big seller in the US. I am glad I got a '19 non-ABS version. It is the 3rd bike in my stable and low cost to buy and own. I don't try to pretend it is something it isn't and when used within its limitations it is a fantastic motorcycle.

@TwoWheeledBooBear 5 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that you lot aren't just tarting up the Himalayan; As simplistic as this sounds, the bike is what it is. Not many frills, fairly simple, not hugely refined but for the price it is easily the most capable bike in this segment. At the end of the day, it's about getting you there and back in relative comfort, and as a new Himalayan owner myself I can say that the 1100km I've ridden since my purchase 12 days ago have all been comfortable and satisfying. Even the 2019 US spec model has it's quirks (nothing that isn't easily mended), but the bike is ultimately worth every bit of money I paid for it, and quite a bit more. The saddle is very accomodating, and at 186cm tall I flat foot the bike with my knees slightly bent. Calling the bike stable is a huge understatement. Due to the weight all being so low, it's also easy to right if you accidentally tip the bike on it's side on a trail, and with the extra torque vs. it's competition being delivered at low revs, the bike is ideal for carrying gear. I couldn't be happier with the purchase and am looking forward to getting it fully broken in so I can start throwing power modifications at it ;)

@pushkarnegi3534 4 жыл бұрын

While Hero xpulse owners laughs in *low maintenance and high durability*

@VishalPandey710 4 жыл бұрын

Can it carry luggage like these do?

@shyamjs4202 4 жыл бұрын

Only on off road though. Never an option for touring.

@nebinjos9981 4 жыл бұрын

Touring in it sucks

@afrench4683 3 жыл бұрын

Imagine if they bring 35O Cc, Wider Rider Seat, Lower Exhaust to Fit Side Boxes!

@p.chakraborty4453 3 жыл бұрын

@@afrench4683 whoa dude , take my money for that.

@antoniomarques5651 5 жыл бұрын

If the Himalayan comes out in a 650 version....I am buying it !! Greetings from Portugal....

@28683823 5 жыл бұрын

Superbly choreographed last shot....... Just loved it.👌

@combatmako 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such an interesting and humorous review!! You are quite a talented person!! ✌️❤️😁🏍

@jirimensik 3 жыл бұрын

The Himalayan is much more expensive here in Czechia. It costs almost the same as Versys X300 and it still seem to sell well.

@carleldridge8317 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best test ride videos I’ve ever seen! Flawless commentary with just the right amount of sarcastic wit. Relevant valid assessments and real world judgment. I want more of that ....thanks. Carl E.from Texas

@VigneshPai 5 жыл бұрын

Do we have an upgraded version of Himalayan coming anytime soon?

@SPM_SS 5 жыл бұрын

If I'm to pick one for long distance touring, I'd pick the Kawasaki for it's reliability.

@joanfarnes1908 2 жыл бұрын

done a couple tours with it, seat a bit hard but excellent bike for anything

@samuelkamalesan3941 5 жыл бұрын

That’s a fantastic review. Thanks a ton!

@Makermook 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent review! I'm finally going to check out the Himalayan in person tomorrow.

@prathappoojary3618 4 жыл бұрын

Don't go for bs3 go for bs6 virsion .. bs3's chassis is weak ..

@timorgrinevich9895 5 жыл бұрын

Hey brother thank you fof the review! Can i please get your opinion? Which would be more comfortable for highway use? 2017 suzuki dr 650 or 2017 kawasaki versys 300x Cheers.

@anandraj2895 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot really longing for this video

@prblr 5 жыл бұрын

BMW is the best and most balanced considering the features it offers , thanks for the great review.

@iivaridark6850 5 жыл бұрын

A very good video - realistic attitude is something one doesn't see a lot among motorcycle videos...

@suneel71436 5 жыл бұрын

How about a 500-700cc segment Versus Trk502 Which one can do better in offroad

@bthadventures 5 жыл бұрын

Loved the narration...

@SuperYashtube 5 жыл бұрын

In Summary, BMW & Kawasaki motorcycles were afterthoughts and badge snobby underperforming motorcycles, but RE Himalayan was purpose built.

@akarshadithya5479 5 жыл бұрын

Well said

@debopriyoroy 5 жыл бұрын

I is very shocking to see kawasaki prices the product so heav ily and also I think the gearing is better in himalayan.

@debopriyoroy 5 жыл бұрын

BMW will not be able to compete with Royal Enfield and in aspects to the pricing and simplicity. Plus it has the best seating arrangement currently

@gshivasankar 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, hope your never never ridden other Two bikes, Explicitly the GS. you will prove yourself wrong when you take a spind for Day long on Trails and Highway. While Himalayan is also super good Now!!. Cheers.

@veervenkat9273 5 жыл бұрын

Perfect

@moharanabhabatosh2979 5 жыл бұрын

Great reviews guys. Previously used to look at powerdrif but now they are moved towards making Cinematography.

@LMM42424 4 жыл бұрын

That was a great video! Good information and funny!

@rounakdiwakar3106 5 жыл бұрын

Please make xpulse 200 vs himalayan offroading video

@gfxengine9593 4 жыл бұрын

Sharp, witty and great review best in the business :)

@rednecksasquatch6446 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2017 kawasaki versys x300 and I have had it off road. Yes the seat sucks fix = seat concepts cover and foam I weigh in at 260 and find the ride is somewhat hard so I call bs on to soft. and aside from tires the grip is ok just don't get into mud or soft sand but i will be fixing that with tires this year. so where is the honesty?

@nishantthakur3122 5 жыл бұрын

I own RE.CL350 RR. Waiting for the Launch of RE Himalayan.

@nickgee7291 4 жыл бұрын

What a great comparison! Not many people compared all 3 at the same time!

@bb_074 5 жыл бұрын

BMW G310 2.5 lakhs for the bike and 1 lakh for the brand 🤔

@cyberpunk6554 5 жыл бұрын

Service charges are scary

@samx7745 4 жыл бұрын

Lucky you guys here in nepal its 11.5 lakh

@nihvl 4 жыл бұрын

Sam X 11.5L for a 300cc single?? So how much does a litre class motorcycle cost in Nepal R1, ZX-10R,S1000RR,....

@lifefacts6301 4 жыл бұрын

That's reason we only view review but never buy big bomb pricy

@samx7745 4 жыл бұрын

@@nihvl pulsar 220 costs 3.3 lakh. Nepali Rs = 1.6x Indian Rs but still the prices and tax makes it very high

@pravinmurthy 5 жыл бұрын

Superb video.. Nice comparison.. correct verdict..

@arpitagrawal214 5 жыл бұрын

Himalayan is the most practical dual purpose bike for Indian roads and highways

@theorex8621 5 жыл бұрын

But it must not give problems

@nitin9837560 5 жыл бұрын

🔔

@mt9364 5 жыл бұрын

Is Himalayan a practical bike for the daily commute in heavy traffic conditions, apart from touring and off roads? I see many reviews saying it gets heated up a lot and not suitable for city rides..

@strawberriesanddeath 5 жыл бұрын

It's weird man.. for the rest of us , the versys x comes with two panniers. I did some reading, apparently India law requires the left side be guarded. I'm guessing side sitting passenger safety 🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️.

@alfnoakes392 4 жыл бұрын

Which I guess is why the test bike had a sari-guard on that side, not an option Id seen on the ones here in NZ, but kind of neat.

@sivvinod3187 4 жыл бұрын

SaRrEe GuARd

@shivcharan9987 5 жыл бұрын

Very nicely presented!!

@rohithbharadwaj8643 5 жыл бұрын

pls review Street twin 2019

@tanishqmatharu5105 5 жыл бұрын

When I was a kid, i used to think that RE is nothing but bullet and i never liked bullet but now the time has changed. I love the Himalayan and their 650 twins. One of my riding buddies own a Himalayan "BS3" and he never complained about that bike despite doing a trip from Patiala to Jaisalmer twice and nothing happened to it.

@thekingoftheworld9553 5 жыл бұрын

wow really great video!

@LynchE1 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You make it easy to pick

@vikhneshar104 3 жыл бұрын

Plz do the 2020 vertion for this video with the BS6 Models

@adii7056 5 жыл бұрын

now yall do this comparo again after adding in xpulse200! would love to see how well it fares against himalayan 🙈

@alwinbenjamin 5 жыл бұрын

Great video 👏🤩

@sw33tjesus7 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome presentation skills.....so we Indians are awesome😎

@ibapa888 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome review is what it is. Thnx for this video.

@drmmoto3806 5 жыл бұрын

Hey guys you are a great inspiration to me for starting my own channel for moto blogging. Thank for the support specific to taking the motorcycling to the next level.

@Oddman1980 4 жыл бұрын

My brother bought a Himalayan back in 2018, and one thing we've both noticed is that thing will take a beating like no other bike. My DR650 was my gold standard for a motorcycle that won't die, but it's quickly becoming unseated by the Himalayan.

@hindustani6809 5 жыл бұрын

Himalayan is best but switchblade ABS required...I hope to see in next upgrade

@vishnukuttan9489 4 жыл бұрын

Which beach do they show at the end? 🤔

@Stevef2234 4 жыл бұрын

What music is first 1/2 of vid, rock riff. Great music? Name?

@zulfiqar7967 5 жыл бұрын

Can i buy xpulse 200 for normal city ride..? I like this bike looks.. And sometimes I'll go for long ride in a month..

@thebenphilip 5 жыл бұрын

fantastic review.

@2012cdman 5 жыл бұрын

Good flog bro.... keep going

@ivisheshpatel 5 жыл бұрын

Owning a BMW since a year now , and its is just just delight !!!!!!

@GarvsLife 4 жыл бұрын

I own honda cbr 250r and RE classic 350 gunmetal but i sold my classic 350 after 3 yeras and now booked himalayan bs6, So excited to drive the adventure and tourer bike

@samzz0791 4 жыл бұрын

That finishing moment ♥️

@raiyanmohammed6105 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent writing. Earned my subsrciption

@mitka7271 5 жыл бұрын

Are you sure parts of Himalayan didn't fall apart during your test

@akshayrajaram123 5 жыл бұрын

Himalayan sure had a bad start.. The BS 3 version had a lot of issues.. Everyone agrees.. But the BS 4 version is a real gem of a bike.. Simple looks, purposefully built.. And best bike in India to tackle any kind of trails.. And not to mention the affordability factor. Plus with a 4 years of extended warranty, every part that could go kaput is taken care by RE including the labour charges.. So don't you think its a well put out bike and a real offroader from RE.

@mayanknegi5906 5 жыл бұрын

I have bs3himalyan how can I solve coil burning problem

@daviddemento367 5 жыл бұрын

mayank negi buy a kawasaki

@movinngroovin2104 4 жыл бұрын

@@mayanknegi5906 Bypass the BS4 and buy the new 2020 BS6. Fuel injection and switchable ABS.

@naveenkishan172 5 жыл бұрын

Tq for your review.. I'm a Himalayan owner

@paixetjustice 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know about Indian market, but the new euro-american version called BS 4 (or something like that) has solved the main problem of the Himalayan i.e. not switchable ABS. And now, it's much better than the BMW whose engine has 0 torque under 5000 rpm and for that reason really sucks

@abzimob9856 5 жыл бұрын

Last shot was coolll...

@tomlee6005 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice review...

@frontiercat 4 жыл бұрын

The Himalayan center stand sure needs a stronger spring or retention strap to ride off pavement...at least this videos shows that.

@drunkenmonkey2348 5 жыл бұрын

Honest review!

@JasonCWaite Жыл бұрын

Which one has the cheapest and most available parts? Easiest and cheapest service to have things fixed? Anyone know?

@Parin_Mehta 4 жыл бұрын

Was contemplating between buying KTM 390 Adventure v/s BMW G310 GS. What is your recommendation?

@naitikshah7575 5 жыл бұрын

Himalayan is the best... Also most value for money...

@Spot_the_dog 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video guys.

@gearless1840 5 жыл бұрын

Was that Mahim Beach near Palghar?

@sureshpatel6637 5 жыл бұрын

I think Himalayan and Dominor 400 are best for Long Riding. 👍😀👍👌👌

@DreamWeaverStoriesOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Rode about 20k miles so far and still counting... proud owner of a RE Himalayan.. ❤

@sid0990 5 жыл бұрын

Quality content Yo!

@gamerphanee9858 4 жыл бұрын

Is Himalayan comfortable for 5.3 foot rider

@gamerphanee9858 4 жыл бұрын

Love from Karnataka ♥️ ♥️

@yadukrishnakrishna323 4 жыл бұрын

I named my domi Beast after I had a major accident, he saved my life... it's more than just a machine.

@victo3493 4 жыл бұрын

Who’s watching this during the lockdown period !!!

@johnrocker2986 2 жыл бұрын

Realistic review, well done!

@capitanvonchickenpants8492 5 жыл бұрын

I hate tubes in tyres after years of punctures, and roadside night mares tubeless is the way to go, I wouldn't buy the himarlian for this reason

@philipbond9896 4 жыл бұрын

dont forget to have a look at the suzuki dr 200n /400/ and the 650

@facts-ns7zt 5 жыл бұрын

help guys can i fix my tube tyre of Himalayan bs4 in case of puncture in remote areas?

@corychartier7961 5 жыл бұрын

For true adventure riding you should always carry a patch kit and spare tube. If you have never done it practice changing the tube first.

@ABK2192 4 жыл бұрын

Yupp in Iran 🇮🇷 🤣🤣🤣

@enosmassey888 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making us wiser that the flashiest, most expensive is not the best

@thenarrowpathoftruth9443 18 күн бұрын

This is a first rate, excellent video. Well done. Thank you sir.

@shanesauvarin 4 жыл бұрын

Great video

@sakunthalak976 5 жыл бұрын

The most sensible review

@rahulrichard1258 3 жыл бұрын

Bmw has alternator starter n battery issues.. most of the owners report same thought to sell off my himalayan and wanted to downgrade to bmw but the reviews n ownership experience had me keep my himalayan