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Hero Splendor Plus vs TVS Apache RTR 310 vs BMW R 1300 GS

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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Hero Splendor Plus

Hero Splendor Plus

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 97.2 cc
  • 8 PS
  • ~65 km/l
  • 112 kg

One of the best-selling motorcycles in the world

TVS Apache RTR 310

TVS Apache RTR 310

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 312 cc
  • 35.6 PS
  • ~30 km/l
  • 169 kg

Built on the same base as the BMW G 310 R

BMW R 1300 GS

BMW R 1300 GS

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 1300 cc
  • 145 PS
  • 237 kg

Boxer twin; the GS is the best-selling big adventure bike

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Hero Splendor Plus4
  2. BMW R 1300 GS4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 3101
  • Most powerBMW R 1300 GS145 PS
  • Most pulling powerBMW R 1300 GS149 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)BMW R 1300 GS612 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedBMW R 1300 GS220 km/h
  • Lowest seatHero Splendor Plus785 mm
  • Most ground clearanceTVS Apache RTR 310180 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
TVS Apache RTR 31035.6 PS
BMW R 1300 GS145 PS

Torque

Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 31028.7 Nm
BMW R 1300 GS149 Nm

Power to weight

Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 310211 PS/t
BMW R 1300 GS612 PS/t

Engine size

Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
TVS Apache RTR 310312 cc
BMW R 1300 GS1,300 cc

Fuel average

Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 31030 km/l
BMW R 1300 GS—

On a full tank

Hero Splendor Plus637 km
TVS Apache RTR 310330 km
BMW R 1300 GS—

Top speed

Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 310150 km/h
BMW R 1300 GS220 km/h

Weight

Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
TVS Apache RTR 310169 kg
BMW R 1300 GS237 kg

Seat height

Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
TVS Apache RTR 310800 mm
BMW R 1300 GS850 mm

Ground clearance

Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
TVS Apache RTR 310180 mm
BMW R 1300 GS—

Full specifications

Full specificationsHero Splendor PlusTVS Apache RTR 310BMW R 1300 GS
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandHero · IndiaTVS · IndiaBMW Motorrad · Germany
Type of bikeEverydayStreetAdventure
Fuel average~65 km/l~30 km/l—
Petrol tank9.8 L11 L19 L
On a full tank~637 km~330 km—
Engine and performance
Engine size97.2 cc312 cc1300 cc
Cylinders112
CoolingAirLiquid (radiator)Liquid (radiator)
Power8 PS @ 8,000 rpm35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm145 PS @ 7,750 rpm
Torque8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm28.7 Nm @ 6,650 rpm149 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Power to weight71 PS / tonne211 PS / tonne612 PS / tonne
Top speed87 km/h150 km/h220 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox4-speed6-speed6-speed
StartingSelf and kickSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight112 kg (with fluids)169 kg (with fluids)237 kg (with fluids)
Seat height785 mm800 mm850 mm
Ground clearance165 mm180 mm—
Wheelbase1,236 mm1,358 mm1,518 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Drum / DrumDisc 300 / Disc 240Disc 310 ×2 / Disc 285
ABSNo (linked brakes)Both wheels, works in cornersBoth wheels, works in corners
Tyres (front / back)2.75-18 / 2.75-18110/70-17 / 150/60-17120/70-19 / 170/60-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 310—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Apache RTR 310?

Hero Splendor Plus does around 65 km per litre against about 30 km/l for TVS Apache RTR 310, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Apache RTR 310?

TVS Apache RTR 310 makes 35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Apache RTR 310?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and TVS Apache RTR 310 about 169 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Apache RTR 310: which should I buy?

Buy Hero Splendor Plus if you care most about best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank. Buy TVS Apache RTR 310 if most ground clearance matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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