Honda Varadero 125 vs Bmw G 310 Gs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Varadero 125 vs Bmw G 310 Gs. Honda Varadero 125: 14.8 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 152 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 110 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Bmw G 310 Gs: 34 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 170 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 143 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Varadero 125
Bmw G 310 Gs
Horsepower (hp)
14.8 hp
34 hp
Torque (Nm)
10.5 Nm
28 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
143 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
152 kg
170 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
14.8 hp @ 10,000 rpm
34 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
10.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
28 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
110 km/h
143 km/h
Weight
152 kg (wet/curb weight)
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L
3.0 L/100km or approximately 33 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Varadero 125
7.5/10
"The best-built 125 money can buy, with real-world limitations."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda twin engine
+Excellent fuel economy
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Genuinely struggles on motorways
−Expensive fairing replacements
−Carburetor needs regular attention
Bmw G 310 Gs
6.5/10
"Great learner adventure bike if you find it priced right."
Pros
+Lightweight and easy handling
+Genuine light off-road capability
+Low seat height option
Cons
−Overpriced on used market
−Buzzy above 70mph
−Underpowered for two-up
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