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F 450 GS

A light, rev-hungry middleweight GS with real off-road DNA.

Starting price

$8,995

Our rating

★★★★★★★★★★4.4
BMW F 450 GS

48 hp

Max power

165 km/h

Top speed

5.5 s

0–100 km/h

178 kg

Kerb weight

The short version

Is the F 450 GS for you?

Best for newer and shorter riders wanting an accessible adventure bike.

  • 420 cc parallel twin
  • Only 178 kg
  • Accessible A2-class adventure
Colours:Dime Silver MetallicGS Trophy

Pros

  • Light and nimble
  • Genuine GS handling
  • Affordable entry to ADV

Cons

  • Modest highway pace
  • New platform, limited aftermarket yet

Full specifications

Engine

Displacement
420 cc
Configuration
Parallel-twin, DOHC
Max power
48 hp @ 8,750 rpm
Max torque
43 Nm @ 6,750 rpm
Cooling
Water-cooled
Gearbox
6-speed

Performance

Top speed
165 km/h
0–100 km/h
5.5 s
Economy / range
26 km/l
Kerb weight
178 kg

Chassis & Brakes

Frame
Steel space frame
Front suspension
41 mm USD fork
Rear suspension
Monoshock
Front brake
Single 310 mm, ABS
Rear brake
Single 240 mm
Tyres
90/90-21 front, 140/80-18 rear

Dimensions

Seat height
845 mm
Fuel / battery
14 L
Wheelbase
1465 mm
Ground clearance
230 mm

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