Zontes 350T ADV vs BMW G 310 GS: Currently, adventure bikes are in charge! And there have been a tonne of those that are more reasonably priced. One of the more recent brand entrants is Zontes from China, which offers a variety of new adventure bikes in the 300-400 cc range. Yes, the Zontes 350T ADV has appeared on Car&Bike before, but this time it won't be riding alone. It competes with the smallest ADV produced by the Bavarian company, the BMW G 310 GS! A newcomer is competing against an established rival! It was a fun, interesting comparison!
Zontes 350T ADV vs BMW G 310 GS:Specifications
Specifications
Zontes 350T ADV
BMW G 310 GS
Displacement
348 cc
313 cc
Engine
Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Single-cylinder, water-cooled, DOHC
Max Power
37.4 bhp at 9,500 rpm
33.52 bhp at 9,250 rpm
Peak Torque
32.8 Nm at 7,500 rpm
28 Nm at 7,500 rpm
Gearbox
6-speed
6-speed
Kerb Weight
196 kg
175 kg
Seat Height
830 mm
835 mm
Front Suspension
43 mm telescopic
41 mm USD (180 mm travel)
Rear Suspension
Monoshock
Monoshock (180 mm travel)
Ground Clearance
173 mm
220 mm
Fuel Capacity
19 litres
11.5 litres
Front Tyre
110/80-19
110/80-19
Rear Tyre
160/60-17
150/17-17
Front Brake
320 mm disc (ABS)
300 mm disc (ABS)
Rear Brake
265 mm disc (ABS)
240 mm disc (ABS)
Prices (ex-showroom)
Rs. 3.67 lakh
Rs. 3.20 lakh
Zontes 350T ADV vs BMW G 310 GS: Performance
Let's get the numbers out of the way: The 350T ADV has a slightly higher displacement than the G 310 GS and produces about 4 bhp and 5 Nm more power. But because the BMW is a massive 21 kg lighter, the Zontes' advantage in horsepower and torque is rendered meaningless. In addition, the baby GS has the significant benefit of an additional 47 mm of ground clearance. However, enough staring at the spec sheet. Ride time!
Both have unique designs
There is no denying that the Zontes 350T ADV has much more intimidating road presence. The GS is easily overshadowed by the visual bulk and the busy design with attention-grabbing graphics. In contrast to the GS, which appears much milder in comparison, the ADV beak, futuristic-looking front-end, thick guardrail, and slim twin exhausts give it much more drama and presence. Zontes' specialty is seizing attention!