BMW’s F 450 GS arrives April 23, 2026, featuring a 48hp parallel-twin engine and premium tech. Locally produced in India, it targets the KTM 390 Adventure and Himalayan 450.
The BMW F 450 GS is a middleweight adventure motorcycle designed to bridge the gap between the entry-level G 310 GS and the larger F 800/900 models. It features an all-new parallel-twin engine and premium electronics previously reserved for the high-end R 1300 GS series.
Engine and Performance
Engine: Newly developed 420cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin motor with a 135-degree crankshaft offset for better torque delivery and a unique sound.
Power Output: Produces 48 hp (47.58 PS) at 8,750 rpm and 43 Nm of peak torque at 6,750 rpm.
Performance: Capable of a top speed of 165 kmph and can reach 0–100 kmph in approximately 5.9 seconds.
Transmission: 6-speed manual gearbox.
Chassis and Underpinnings
Frame: Lightweight steel tubular space frame with the engine as a stressed member.
Weight: Competitive kerb weight of 178 kg.
Suspension: 43 mm KYB upside-down front forks and a KYB rear monoshock, both offering 180 mm of travel and full adjustability on higher variants.
Wheels and Tyres: 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels. Higher trims like the GS Trophy feature tubeless cross-spoke wheels, while standard models use alloys.
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Variants and Key Features
The motorcycle is offered in four distinct variants: Basic, Exclusive, Sport, and GS Trophy.
- Electronics: 6.5-inch color TFT display with smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, and heated grips as standard in some regions.
- Rider Aids: Includes ABS Pro (cornering ABS), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), and Riding Modes (Rain, Road, Enduro). An Enduro Pro mode is available on higher trims for switchable rear ABS.
- Easy Ride Clutch (ERC): A centrifugal clutch system that allows stopping and starting without the clutch lever, standard on the Trophy variant.
- Shift Assistant Pro: Bi-directional quickshifter available as standard or optional depending on the trim.
Availability and Pricing
Launch Date: The F 450 GS is confirmed to launch in India on April 23, 2026.
Expected Price: Estimated between ₹4.5 lakh and ₹6 lakh (ex-showroom).
Manufacturing: Produced locally at the TVS Motor Company facility in Hosur, India.
Market Position: Competes directly with the KTM 390 Adventure, Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and Honda NX500.
The BMW F 450 GS bridges the gap in the GS lineup with a 420cc twin-engine, premium R 1300 GS tech, and local production in India.
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