G310R

[LongRanger_imp]

I placed a deposit on a new BMW G310R today. My dealer is offering $1000 off all new '16, '17, and '18 BMW models purchased through 8/31. The G310R retails for $4750, so this makes for a compelling deal. The bikes aren't stateside yet, but hopefully in the next few weeks. The Monster 620 will go on eBay.

[emptysea]

Compelling indeed. Very cool little bike. Enjoy.

[Stichill_imp]

Are you serious? That's awesome. I'm so curious about that bike! What is it with the parallel motorcycle mentality, LR? It's like a dream that BMW would make an advanced small bike; absolutely unexpected. Can't wait for your riding impressions.

The other small bike garnering intense curiosity for me is the parallel-twin [url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2017-honda-cbr250rr-is-here-and-its-beautiful]CBR250RR.

[the Ferret]

Well, the price is certainly right. Lol

Congrats. Too bad it won't be there before we will. Would be fun to see it in the flesh.

[Nortoon_imp]

Are you serious? That's awesome. I'm so curious about that bike! What is it with the parallel motorcycle mentality, LR? It's like a dream that BMW would make an advanced small bike; absolutely unexpected. Can't wait for your riding impressions.

The other small bike garnering intense curiosity for me is the parallel-twin [url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2017-honda-cbr250rr-is-here-and-its-beautiful]CBR250RR.

When I walked into the dealer to buy a bike four years ago, it was the tri-colour CBR500R that I wanted to buy.



But I didn't fit.

[PowerDubs_imp]

I think if I could get one for $3750 I would as well...

[LongRanger_imp]

We looked at the CBR500R but the ABS version is not inexpensive. That said, I do like the bike, but it's about 75 lbs. heavier than the G310R (350 lbs. wet), which, along with a low seat height, is the most important consideration for the 5'4" gal who'll be riding it. That's where the Monster 620 is a winner (<30" seat height, 375 lbs. wet), but its APTC slipper clutch is horrendous. It's really difficult to launch and gearshifts are annoying clunky.

[ClassicVW_imp]

Sorry, but I just can't see BMW taking off $1000 on a $4700 motorcycle. I checked their promotions, and they do say up to $1000 off on select eligible motorcycles. And you need to be a current BMW motorcycle, car, or mini owner or have been financing thru BMW the past 12 months. Keep us posted if you actually do get $1000 off.

[the Ferret]

He is a current BMW owner if that helps.

[LongRanger_imp]

Sorry, but I just can't see BMW taking off $1000 on a $4700 motorcycle. I checked their promotions, and they do say up to $1000 off on select eligible motorcycles. And you need to be a current BMW motorcycle, car, or mini owner or have been financing thru BMW the past 12 months. Keep us posted if you actually do get $1000 off.

Exactly! I believe this is a dealer promotion, not a BMW promotion, and it's in writing. That's why I jumped on it. This is the same dealer who matched BMW's $1000 off season-end promotion with another $1000 on my F800GT, plus BMW threw in free bags. Kind of a no-brainer for a bike I was going to buy anyway.

I think I read elsewhere on this forum that BMW motorcycle sales are down nearly 20% in the U.S. vs. last year. That probably has everything to do with it. The price of their bikes has really gotten ridiculous.