BMW confirms discontinuation of the G 310 GS and plans for new 450 twin range in partnership with India's TVS Motor Company. The F450GS promises to address those shortcomings. Its parallel-twin engine should deliver smoother highway cruising, more horsepower, and stronger torque earlier in the rpm range.
BMW Motorrad CEO confirms the 310 series will be discontinued and replaced by an all-new 450 twin-cylinder platform, starting with the F 450 GS and expanding across multiple models. BMW have confirmed that their long-serving 310 family is heading for retirement, with the new twin. In the case of the G310 range, the G 310 R and G 310 GS were launched simultaneously in India in 2018.
Based on that, it is possible that the next 450cc BMW bike could be the roadster version. BMW Motorrad CEO Markus Flasch has confirmed that the 450cc twin-cylinder platform will replace the entire G310 family."We're not ready to disclose specifics, but the 450 is the successor to the 310," Flasch said. Bringing GS DNA to a lightweight 313cc package, the BMW G 310 GS blends everyday usability, touring potential, and off-road readiness, perfect for beginners and weekend explorers alike.
Subscribe to our Telegram channel for instant updates! The G 310 GS is BMW's entry-level adventure bike, launched in 2017 to fill a gap in its lineup. It brings the GS heritage (Gelände/Straße, German for. BMW Motorrad has confirmed that the highly anticipated F 450 GS will become available in India in the first half of 2026.
The G 310 R and G 310 GS were part of a joint venture (JV) between TVS and BMW and served as entry. BMW has officially phased out two of its budget models-the G 310 R and G 310 GS-marking the end of an era for these entry-level bikes, which were developed in partnership with TVS and launched in 2018. The decision to discontinue these models was largely driven by the new OBD-2B regulations that took effect on April 1, 2025, alongside the fact that both bikes had reached the end of their.
In BMW's adventure lineup, the F 450 GS will sit between the G 310 GS and the larger F 850 GS and F 900 GS models. Positioned as a true entry-level GS, it is expected to feature a parallel-twin engine of around 450cc, producing roughly 45 horsepower.