It has nothing to do with being a new model as BMW hierarchy do not appear to treat the G310R as a real BMW motorcycle. They would not introduce a 1200GS model in such a casual manner. I think BMW have behaved abominably in the shabby way that they have introduced the G310R to the market place with delayed introduction times and lack of spares and accessories, despite their usual advertising. I think it's time for BMW to have an emergency committee meeting at the highest level to sort out all of the problems, especially the non availability of accessories - the centre stand (or lack of it even though it was originally in the advertising!) in particular.
I get what your saying, but... this being their first go at a motorcycle being produced out of country, lessons are
being learned. As consumers we expect more, especially from a high end manufacturer as BMW. But as I have said in
my thread, "We are the beta testers", there will be issues. Delayed introduction was a quality control issue, as for accessories, some are out, more to come soon. Yes they screwed up with the centre stand issue, but really not a critical
problem that can't be resolved. My concern may be the more serious issues coming to light so far.
Waterpump, cold starting reliability, real operational concerns for me.
There may have been a developmental and production rush to get this model out against the competition.
I do think the BMW hierarchy is aware and concerned about this model though, as it may tarnish the brand and
what they hoped to do (attract new buyers), if it ends up being substandard.
Time will tell.:|