BMW has finally launched the F 450 GS in India, with prices ranging between Rs 4.70 lakh and Rs 5.30 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the brand’s most affordable adventurer tourer in the country.
What Powers The BMW F 450 GS?
At the heart of the F 450 GS is a 420cc, liquid-cooled, lightweight, rev-friendly, 2-cylinder engine, rated at 48hp and 43Nm. It comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch and a bidirectional quickshifter. Its top-spec GS Trophy variant also benefits from the brand’s “Easy Ride Clutch” technology, which is an advanced automatic centrifugal clutch system that automatically manages clutch operations based on engine RPM without any rider’s input.
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Other Important Bits You Should Know
- Dimensions: Seat height 845mm | 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel setup | kerb weight 178kg | fuel tank capacity 14 litres.
- Suspension Setup: 43mm front USD fork (adjustable in GS Trophy variant) and preload-adjustable rear monoshock – both from KYB.
- Wheel setup: The F 450 GS gets alloy wheels as standard fitment across all variants shod with dual-purpose tyres – sized 100/90 and 130/80, respectively; Tubeless spoked wheels are optional.
- Braking System: A 310mm front disc with a Brembo 4-piston calliper and a 240mm rear disc with a single-piston calliper.
- Riding Modes: Rain, Road, Enduro and Enduro Pro | The Enduro Pro mode is restricted to the Exclusive and GS Trophy variants.
- Other Key Features: All-LED lighting with X-shaped DRLs, heated grips, USB type-C charging port, adjustable levers, a 6.5-inch TFT screen with smartphone connectivity, call/SMS alerts, music control, navigation, switchable traction control, engine brake control, and cornering dual-channel ABS.
Colour Options
BMW Motorrad offers the F 450 GS in two colour options, details of which are mentioned below: –
| Variants | Colour |
| Base and Exclusive | Cosmic Black |
| GS Trophy | Racing Blue Metallic |
Competition Check
In India, it can be seen as a close alternative to the Benelli TRK 502, Honda NX500, KTM 390 Adventure and the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.
Author’s Take
The F 450 GS is a mid-capacity adventure touring motorcycle that can be a good option for those upgrading from 200-400cc bikes seeking a smoother parallel-twin experience, modern technology, and a comfortable touring machine without much worrying about the premium it commands over this category.
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