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A turn-by-turn arrow navigation system guides you to your destination on the 6.5-inch TFT display. Pending riding maneuvers, such as turns or roundabouts, appear together with a lane guidance.

The 10.25" TFT color display, on the other hand, opens up new worlds to you,  in terms of readability, menu navigation and operating concept. Its full-screen mode provides a fully interactive map view. In split screen mode you can rely on several functions at the same time, and you are able to control them in a straight-forward way using the multi-controller.

It keeps your engine running, every day. Your heart beats to the rhythm of the BMW F 750 GS. It’s your ticket to the adventure. Because with the balanced Enduro all-rounder, you will master all paths, regardless of the road surface, and expand your horizons – because you want more. The F 750 GS gives you more power, more comfort, more spirit of GS. Feel the strong-charactered engine and enjoy the ease of handling of the F 750 GS. While you’re off discovering the world, you have the bike with the automatic stability control (ASC) and the anti-lock braking system ABS safely under control. And with the ex factory option Connectivity with its 6.5 inch TFT-display shows you among others which junction you have to turn off at or who is calling you. Clear and concise – without distracting you from the road. The entry into your next experience is – also thanks to the low seat height – easier than ever before.

It’s obvious: From the slim rear to the striking front tank right up to the GS-typical top front mudguard, the design elements of the F 750 GS speak a clear language: the motorcycle has the GS gene. Unmistakeable and original is the typical flyline. With the view on the front, the new headlamps are particularly striking – a real light icon. And the galvanised radiator blind with the Exclusive style highlights the high quality of the all-rounder and embodies the spirit of GS. Discover more!

When you start your F 750 GS, the journey into unknown territory begins. The lively in-line twin-cylinder will put a smile on your face – with 57 kW (77 HP), it brings the newly designed engine abundant power onto the rear wheel – whilst keeping the consumption just as low (4.1 l per 100 km according to WMTC).

The agile handling, the high comfort and the possibility for lowered suspension make your entry into the GS world easier than ever. To ensure that you are seated perfectly, the F 750 GS can be adapted to various seat heights: from lowered 770 mm up to 830 mm. What is more: The relaxed, but nevertheless active seat position and the variable ergonomics support your active safety and forms a unit between you and your motorcycle – for comfortable touring.

Do you want to put on an elegant performance with your F 750 GS? Then the Exclusive style with its Stereo metallic matt colour is perfect for you. With this style, the galvanised radiator blind with large GS tape and the granite grey rims perfectly set the scene for the F 750 GS. The black/grey seat bench, the two hand protectors and the silver anodised handlebar round off the tasteful appearance.

You live for the challenge. Where others turn back, you ride on. Overcome boundaries. Obstacles are transformed into possibilities. Adventure flows through your veins. Atop the F 850 GS, you will easily master the offroad track thanks to the 21 inch front tyre. What matters is that your attitude and curiosity spur you on – regardless of how far you want to travel with the F 850 GS. And regardless of whether you take it through the mud: With the ex factory option Connectivity, you have access to the navigation, telephone, media and vehicle-relevant data at all times. Clear and concise on a 6.5 inch TFT-display – without any distractions. Giving you more time for what is important. And allowing you to discover what lies over the horizon.

A strong look: you and your F 850 GS with the characteristic flyline. When it comes to design, the sense of adventure can be felt on every surface, in every corner and lineof the motorcycle. From the rear, the front tank right up to the LED headlamps, whose daytime running lights are reminding of a tilted tuning fork and are available as an optional equipment, the design elements are trimmed to offroad, while you are attuned to unique tours from head to toe. The galvanised radiator blind for the Rallye and Exclusive styles give you a cool appearance both on the road and offroad.

Curiosity and a thirst for discovery are your drive. The twin-cylinder in-line engine, with its 70 kW (95 HP), supports you in every endeavour – its strengths are a high torque and zippy character. The strong sound of the engine impresses whilst working economically and delivering an impressive performance at all times. Discover the unknown with the F 850 GS!

Your head is free, your gaze focused on the road ahead. Almost instinctively you steer, shift and brake the F 850 GS – an inimitable handling: you are in your element, fully focussed on your adventure. And thanks to the GS-typical ergonomics, you ride upright and confidently, meaning you always want to go on.

Are you a strong character? Then your F 850 GS should certainly have unforgettable features. The Exclusive style, besides the Pollux metallic matt colour, offers a gold-anodised suspension fork and a galvanised radiator trim. Both highlight the high quality of the motorcycle. Hand protectors and a black-grey seat bench skilfully round off the style.

Do you fancy a sporty look and are daring offroad? The Rallye style gives you even more dynamism when atop your F 850 GS, because it sets striking accents with its gold-anodised rims, black red seat bench, hand protectors and galvanised radiator trim – this also involves the exclusive paintwork from the Lightwhite uni, Racing red uni and Lupin blue metallic colours.

The R1200GS Rallye is a continuation and refinement of the strong heritage of the GS namesake. The name of this iconic motorcycle comes from the German words Gelande and Strasse, which roughly translates into street and dirt. While the new R1200GS models excel fantastically on the asphalt, there are a few modifications and refinements needed to really excel when hitting the dirt.

There are a few details that separate the GS Rallye from a standard 1200GS, beyond the red, white, and blue livery. The Rallye comes equipped with stiffer suspension rebound and longer travel, and the dynamic suspension adjustment is more tuned to compensate for the forces at play when both wheels leave the ground. The Rallye also comes with radiator guards, which are critical in protecting the sensitive screens from rock impacts. While these features are great for an occasional fire road, a more intrepid rider needs to take the necessary steps to protect their machine so here’s what we did…

One of the most critical aspects of an off-road motorcycle is the tires. So Bob’s BMW did away with the stock Michelin Anakee 3 tires and their 90/10 street/dirt bias, and fitted the Rallye with the Anakee Wilds. These are a very aggressive 50/50 tire with a tread block pattern that allows for ample channeling of dirt, mud, sand, and other debris. However even with such an aggressive tread pattern the casing of the tire is reinforced to provide stable and predictable handling on twisty back roads.

The next addition to the Rallye was some crash protection. For those with an affinity for the boxer motor know that the compromise of the wonderfully low center of gravity is the vulnerability of horizontally opposed cylinders off road. We negated this by adding on the BMW crash bars to protect the cylinders from impact, and added a bash plate for the boxer’s undercarriage as well.

The 1200GS has a gorgeously designed and wonderfully bright headlight, but its beauty could be easily tarnished by an errant rock. That’s why we also added on a headlight guard that fits in perfectly under the angles of the dark tinted Rallye windscreen. To go one step further, the Rallye was outfitted with adjustable hand guards, since the riders hands are much more susceptible to impact than plastic. These guards go one step further than just standard protection however. While in stock form they block the cold wind from blowing over the controls. But upon removing the center panel the rider is able to get airflow through the guards in warmer conditions without sacrificing protection.

One of the key principles of riding off road is being able to get up onto the pegs. Doing so gives the rider much more control in situations of compromised traction and tight low-speed maneuvering. Doing so requires ample grip on the pegs, but if the trip to the trails covers a great distance the metal teeth of an enduro peg can grow uncomfortable. The pegs we installed from BMW created a brilliant solution to this problem. In the center of the pegs are rubber inserts to maintain comfort, but once the rider stands up and shifts their weight the inserts retract into the peg allowing for better grip.

The Rallye seat is is contoured to allow the rider to easily shift around their body positioning for off road maneuvers, and the two-tone black and white pattern adds to the gorgeous design of the bike. For a final aesthetic touch the Vario cases were custom painted to match the Lupin Blue paint of the Rallye, which really accentuates how fantastic this bike looks.

If you’ve always wanted to get behind the bars of an R1200GS but were afraid about taking it off the beaten path then look no further. We’ve done all the work to create a GS that is ready for whatever Mother Nature can throw at you.

The evolution of BMW Motorrad and the bikes that have rolled off the line in Berlin has been a story of incredible progress and change. From it’s inception, the Boxer engine and the creative minds behind it have represented a fine balance between mechanical simplicity and cutting edge technological innovation. The bullet proof carbureted and air cooled boxers of the past paved the way for incredible progress in terms of performance and an electronic hand in the riding experience. However this push towards modern technology has shifted away from some of the classic soul and character of the BMW Boxer. It’s with the R Nine T Scrambler that Motorrad was able to combine modern innovation and the ethos of the original boxer into one machine.

Upon first sight the strongest characteristics of the Scrambler are its strong visual lines. The boxer engine sits in a trellis frame, allowing the iconic boxer footprint to stand out. The gas tank is sculpted with gentle contours that create indents for the rider’s knees. Our decision to paint the tank a matte black further highlight its figure, with every line catching the light in an arresting manner. The cylinder heads and valve colors are painted to match as well, in with the same shade of black as the engine case and swing-arm. Even the speedometer was painted, to ensure that the bike has a strong visual flow and a sense of continuity. The now black headlight harkens back to the R100s of the past, a round headlight bucket with a a minimalist profile. The stock seat has been replaced with a Roland Sands Design seat that follows the flow of its OEM counterpart, while wearing a jet black finish that promises to develop a lovely patina to one lucky rider. To provide a subtle degree of contrast we left the handlebars and footpeg brackets the stock silver to help set off the deep and rich tones surrounding them. Nothing on this bike is extravagant or flashy, and the coat of black paint furthers this sense of simplification. Even the stock mirrors and their large footprint were done away, replaced with the slender profile of a pair of Rizoma bar-end mirrors made of CNC cut aluminum with a glossy black finish. Pictures don’t do the fit and finish of this bike justice, and it truly deserves to be seen in person.

As much as the aesthetics of a motorcycle are held in high regard, they remain secondary to how the motorcycle rides. When you swing a leg over and turn the key on the scrambler, theres an immediate sensation not found on a more overtly technical motorcycle. The engine rumbles to life with a a droning pulse as the two oil-cooled pistons eagerly await the first crack of the throttle. With a set of high-mounted pipes that come stock from Akaprovic, the exhaust note comes in the form of an urgent bark that burbles back down to idle. The Air/Oil cooled engine of the R Nine T still maintains the rich low end torque of the original boxer, but with a throttle response that is immensely sharp and responsive. Even the slightest twist of the wrist sends the Scrambler surging forward with aplomb. Once in motion the bike is an absolute joy to ride thanks to the time-honored characteristics of the boxer. The low center of gravity makes easy work of low speed maneuvering and traffic. When the roads open up and yield flowing curves, the bike deftly dips into every corner and holds a solid line aided by it’s rear monoshock configuration. This bike truly nails the vintage aesthetic without compromising safety or performance. ABS and Traction control intervene in the most tasteful manner, softening those sudden stops and keeping the rear end from breaking free. BMW Motorrad truly has a winner with this platform, by incorporating their cutting edge innovation into a show stopping package that evokes a rich lineage of motorcycling without compromising progress.

Often called “The Best Of Both Worlds”, BMW Motorrad certainly has many things right with the F 850 GS and GS Adventure. Powered by 853cc in-line 2-cylinder engines, and sharing the same 6-speed gearbox and brakes. Both bikes use the easy-to-read TFT display with connectivity. When it comes to the suspension, it appears that both bikes are using the same suspension and should have the same wheel travel numbers, 9.1″ / 8.5″ (230 mm / 215 mm) front and rear. I will note that there is some confusion on the BMW websites. Canada and some European sites list them as the same, but the USA and UK for example show different suspension travel figures between the two models.

There are key differences between these 2 premium Adventure bikes. The most obvious at first glance is the fairing. The Adventure has a larger fairing providing more protection. The Adventure receives a larger fuel tank holding an additional 8 L for a total of 23 L versus the GS with 15L. The Adventure model is blessed with the comfort seat which is a bit more posh for longer rides, this also means a slightly higher seat height. Finally you will notice the engine guard on the Adventure is much more substantial. All of these items add up to an additional 34 lbs (15 kg) of weight. This may not seem like much but it does leave the standard GS feeling much more nimble at slow speeds.

Like many models in the 2022 BMW lineup, the options list is full of goodies. I highly recommend looking at the Premium package, it includes key items such as the Dynamic ESA and Ride Modes Pro.

With Ride Modes Pro you gain engine drag torque control (MSR) and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), to support your riding style. In “Dynamic” mode the new engine mapping means that you can enjoy even more riding fun.

Connect your smartphone to the bike via bluetooth and keep an overview of the vehicle information, navigation, calls and media with the 6.5 inch TFT display. You can control all functions intuitively via the multi-controller.

This bike was created for long trips and demanding terrains: The F 850 GS Adventure is at home in the world – and it is clear to see. With standard equipment like the TFT display and BMW Motorrad Connected, the USB charge port as well as ABS Pro and DTC, this dual-sport motorcycle is prepared for long tours around the globe. Experience the #SpiritOfGS with a companion that lets your curiosity run free – regardless of where your travels take you.Features may include:Dynamic ESA

The electronic chassis reacts automatically to any maneuver you make. You can even switch while you ride with the press of a button.ABS Pro and DTC now standard

Confidence through the world’s curves: ABS Pro stabilizes the bike when the brakes are activated on inclines, DTC prevents the rear wheel from spinning when the grip conditions change.A big tank for big plans

Ride Modes Pro with Engine Braking Control and Dynamic Brake Control help provide more comfort and make your bike easier to master. With the new Dynamic mode, your rides are even more enjoyable.Adjustable touring windshield and USB charging port

A GS faces wind and weather, dirt and dust, and the adjustable windshield protects you from these. The USB charging port in the cockpit provides your devices with power while you ride, which is practical on long routes.Everything in view with BMW Motorrad Connectivity and 6.5” TFT color display

BMW Motorrad Connectivity and the large TFT color display as standard bring you to your destination with reliable navigation while also allowing you to speak on the phone or listen to music on a Bluetooth enabled helmet.Gold anodized rims

This seat was designed for spending many hours in the saddle: The standard Comfort seat makes riding effortless and is part of the bike’s sophisticated ergonomics.

ABS PRO AND DTC NOW STANDARD: Confidence through the world’s curves: ABS Pro stabilizes the bike when the brakes are activated on inclines, DTC prevents the rear wheel from spinning when the grip conditions change.

A BIG TANK FOR BIG PLANS: Thanks to the 6.1 gallon tank, you are perfectly equipped for long tours that bring you to the most remote locations in the world.

OPTIONAL RIDE MODES PRO: Ride Modes Pro with Engine Braking Control and Dynamic Brake Control help provide more comfort and make your bike easier to master. With the new Dynamic mode, your rides are even more enjoyable.

ADJUSTABLE TOURING WINDSHIELD AND USB CHARGING PORT: A GS faces wind and weather, dirt and dust, and the adjustable windshield protects you from these. The USB charging port in the cockpit provides your devices with power while you ride, which is practical on long routes.

EVERYTHING IN VIEW WITH BMW MOTORRAD CONNECTIVITY AND 6.5” TFT COLOR DISPLAY: BMW Motorrad Connectivity and the large TFT color display as standard bring you to your destination with reliable navigation while also allowing you to speak on the phone or listen to music on a Bluetooth enabled helmet.

COMFORTABLY ON THE GO WITH THE COMFORT SEAT: This seat was designed for spending many hours in the saddle: The standard Comfort seat makes riding effortless and is part of the bike’s sophisticated ergonomics.

A GOOD FEELING – ON EVERY MILE: This GS is ready for every terrain you want to cross. The standard engine protection bars make it robust without limiting your riding freedom. If you are planning a longer trip, simply increase your storage space using the available aluminum cases.

The new BMW F 850 GS and the new BMW F 850 GS Adventure were launched in India today. The BS6 avatars of the popular adventure motorcycles will be available as Completely Built-up Units (CBU) and can be booked at BMW Motorrad dealerships. Deliveries will commence in June 2022.

Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, "The world has no limits, and the GS has been built for riders to embark on a journey into the unknown. Experience the "Spirit of GS" with a companion that lets your curiosity run free - regardless of where your travels take you. The BMW F 850 GS and BMW F 850 GS Adventure bikes are perfectly streamlined for quenching your off-road riding ambitions. With its expanded standard equipment range and exclusive accessories, you can easily discover what lies beyond the horizon. These GS legends are designed to live the challenge, ride on where others turn back and turn challenges into opportunities."

*Price prevailing at the time of invoicing will be applicable. Delivery will be made on ex-showroom. Ex-showroom price (inclusive of GST) (incl compensation cess) as applicable but excludes Road Tax, RTO statutory taxes/fees, other local tax/cess levies and insurance. Prices and options are subject to change without prior notice. For further information, please contact your local Authorized BMW Motorrad Dealer.

The standard equipment has been immensely enhanced compared to previous version in the market. The new BMW F 850 GS will be available in "Pro" profile with the Style Rallye Package. This profile offers power and torque, featuring even more distinctive touring characteristics coupled with ultimate off-road ability.

The new BMW F 850 GS Adventure on the other hand is designed for long trips and demanding terrains. With enhanced standard equipment like the TFT display and BMW Motorrad Connected, the USB charge port as well as ABS Pro and DTC, this dual-sport motorcycle is even better prepared for long tours around the globe. The new BMW F 850 GS Adventure will be available in India in the "Pro" profile with the Style Rallye or Style Triple Black Package.

To enable customers to own BMW Motorrad motorcycles of their choice, BMW Financial Services India will offer customized and flexible financial solutions. Customers can also get their loans pre-approved prior to delivery.

For complete peace of mind, all BMW Motorrad bikes come with a standard warranty for "three years, unlimited kilometers", with an option to extend the warranty to fourth and fifth year. Road-Side Assistance, a 24x7 365 days package, further ensures prompt services in case of breakdown and towing situations.

The adventure bikes will be sold and serviced through the BMW Motorrad authorized dealer network, present across important centers in India including Delhi (Lutyens Motorrad), Mumbai (Navnit Motors), Pune (Bavaria Motors), Chennai (KUN Motorrad), Bengaluru (Tusker Motorrad), Ahmedabad (Gallops Autohaus), Kochi (EVM Autokraft), Hyderabad & Vijayawada (JSP Motorrad), Indore (Munich Motors), Lucknow (Speed Motors), Chandigarh (Krishna Automobiles), Jaipur (Pratap Motorrad), Raipur (Munich Motors), Cuttack & Kolkata (OSL Prestige) and Ranchi (Titanium Autos).

The bikes in their new look, appear dynamic with a masculine design. The design with its iconic features such as the asymmetric headlight and the GS-typical flyline make it immediately clear that they belong to the BMW Motorrad GS family. In Rallye style and Racing Blue metallic colour, the BMW F 850 GS together with the hand-protector bars, black fixed fork tubes, emphasises its sporty character. The gold rims and galvanised radiator cowl accentuate its luxury feel.

The new BMW F 850 GS Adventure in Rallye style and Kalamata metallic matt paintwork signifies sporty talents and a sense of adventure. With its gold rims and fixed fork tubes, it appears exquisite. The other alternative in the BMW F 850 GS Adventure is the Style Triple Black in the aggressive Black Storm metallic colour scheme.

As before, the powerful, liquid-cooled 4-valve, 2-cylinder engine with 853 cc capacity, fuel injection and six-speed gearbox in both the models ensures vigorous propulsion. Thanks to two counterbalance shafts, it delights with its smoothness, spontaneous response characteristics, impressive pulling power and low fuel consumption. The BMW F 850 GS and the BMW F 850 GS Adventure generate 70 kW (95 hp) at 8,250 rpm and 92 Nm at 6,250 rpm.

The new GS models address individual rider requirements by offering "Rain" and "Road" riding modes, while the combination of BMW Motorrad ABS and the ASC automatic stability control ensures a high level of safety. Along with Riding modes Pro - "Dynamic" and "Enduro", DTC dynamic traction control and banking capable ABS Pro are also available. Dynamic ESA opens up new dimensions of rider safety, performance and comfort.

Both motorcycles are equipped with Connectivity, with a 6.5 inch full-colour TFT display. Integrating operation via the BMW Motorrad multi-controller, it gives the rider quick access to vehicle and connectivity functions. Phone and media functions can be used without having to install an app. The rider can easily make telephone calls and enjoy listening to music with Bluetooth connection. In addition, the BMW Motorrad Connected app offers everyday-suitable and practice-oriented arrow navigation directly via the TFT display.

A comprehensive range of optional equipment and original BMW Motorcycle accessories are available for further individualisation of the new BMW F 850 GS and BMW F 850 GS Adventure.

You live for the challenge. Where others turn back, you ride on. Overcome boundaries. Obstacles are transformed into possibilities. Adventure flows through your veins. Atop the F 850 GS, you will easily master the offroad track thanks to the 21 inch front tyre. What matters is that your attitude and curiosity spur you on – regardless of how far you want to travel with the F 850 GS. And regardless of whether you take it through the mud: With the ex factory option Connectivity, you have access to the navigation, telephone, media and vehicle-relevant data at all times. Clear and concise on a 6.5 inch TFT-display – without any distractions. Giving you more time for what is important. And allowing you to discover what lies over the horizon.

A strong look: you and your F 850 GS with the characteristic flyline. When it comes to design, the sense of adventure can be felt on every surface, in every corner and lineof the motorcycle. From the rear, the front tank right up to the LED headlamps, whose daytime running lights are reminding of a tilted tuning fork and are available as an optional equipment, the design elements are trimmed to offroad, while you are attuned to unique tours from head to toe. The galvanised radiator blind for the Rallye and Exclusive styles give you a cool appearance both on the road and offroad.

Curiosity and a thirst for discovery are your drive. The twin-cylinder in-line engine, with its 70 kW (95 HP), supports you in every endeavour – its strengths are a high torque and zippy character. The strong sound of the engine impresses whilst working economically and delivering an impressive performance at all times. Discover the unknown with the F 850 GS!

Your head is free, your gaze focused on the road ahead. Almost instinctively you steer, shift and brake the F 850 GS – an inimitable handling: you are in your element, fully focussed on your adventure. And thanks to the GS-typical ergonomics, you ride upright and confidently, meaning you always want to go on.

Are you a strong character? Then your F 850 GS should certainly have unforgettable features. The Exclusive style, besides the Pollux metallic matt colour, offers a gold-anodised suspension fork and a galvanised radiator trim. Both highlight the high quality of the motorcycle. Hand protectors and a black-grey seat bench skilfully round off the style.

Do you fancy a sporty look and are daring offroad? The Rallye style gives you even more dynamism when atop your F 850 GS, because it sets striking accents with its gold-anodised rims, black red seat bench, hand protectors and galvanised radiator trim – this also involves the exclusive paintwork from the Lightwhite uni, Racing red uni and Lupin blue metallic colours.

BMW Motorrad has been regarded for decades as a pioneer when it comes to safety in motorcycling. As a literally glowing example, a full LED headlight with integrated daytime riding light is available as optional equipment for the new F 750 GS and F 850 GS.

Not only does it light up the road with a beam that is unparalleled in its brightness and clarity, it ensures better visibility in traffic. It also lends the two middle-class premium enduros an unmistakable look with its iconic LED optical fibre in the form of an inverted tuning fork. The light unit consists of two LED units each for low and high beam, as well as four additional LED units for daytime riding light and side light.

The new F 750 GS and F 850 GS are equipped as standard with a completely new instrument cluster design, consisting of an analogue speedometer and a multifunctional display, alongside a number of control lamps.

Fast and even clearer information for the rider with minimum distraction from what is happening on the road are now possible thanks to the new optional equipment known as Connectivity, with which the instrument cluster is displayed in the form of a 6.5 inch full-colour TFT display. In conjunction with integrated operation via the BMW Motorrad multi-controller, it gives the rider quick access to vehicle and connectivity functions.

It is also an easy matter to make telephone calls or listen to music while on the road. If the rider for example connects a smartphone and a helmet equipped with the BMW Motorrad communication system using the TFT display, he can easily access the media playback and phone functions. These phone and media functions can be used without having to install an app. If a bluetooth connection has been established with any standard smartphone, the rider can enjoy listening to music while riding.

In addition, the free BMW Motorrad Connected App offers everyday- suitable and practice-oriented arrow navigation directly via the TFT display. The BMW Motorrad Connected App is available for free from the Google and Apple app stores. It contains a number of additional attractive functions, such as recording routes travelled and displaying travel statistics and information. This basic information is particularly attractive for motorcyclists who wish to perform everyday rides or take short trips conveniently and without any additional equipment.

As soon as the key is located within the vehicle reception area (distance < 2 metres), the steering lock can be unlocked. The steering lock is locked by keeping the button pressed down and placing the handlebars in end position. The ignition is activated by briefly pressing the button or keeping the button pressed down after releasing the steering lock. The ignition is switched off by means of a short or long press of the button. The alarm system is automatically activated when the ignition is switched off and the steering lock is closed, as soon as the key leaves the reception area.

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Ahh, Zee Germans; a nationality that is known for their precision engineering and ingenuity. One that also gets stuck in their ways and tries to reinvent the wheel from time to time. If that reinvented wheel works, but not well, the Germans will perfect it until it becomes so good that many may consider it a new standard.

Example A: The BMW R80G/S; a motorcycle with a shaft drive and massive horizontally opposed twin cylinder engine that would later grow in size and an A-arm Telelever front suspension. A motorcycle that performs twice as well as it should off-road. Example B: the Porsche 911 with its rear (over the rear tires) mounted engine, like putting the carriage ahead of the horse. Two designs that went against the grain and the laws of physics, but that were later perfected to a level that the brand purists stand behind as much as the Germans who’ve engineered them.

So what happens when the Germans take a page out of the playbook everyone else is using? BMW did this in 2009 when they built the S1000RR; a sport bike in a conventional four-cylinder, aluminum chassis, chain-driven configuration. In 2010 it went on to win all but one of the FIM Superstock Series races and won the 2010 championship. In 2004 Porsche sold its first Carrera GT, a traditional mid-engined layout supercar that was capable of 1.35 G’s of lateral grip and still sits firmly in the top 50 fastest production car lap times of the Nurburgring 15 years later!

At this point, you may be asking yourself where the hell am I going with this. Well, BMW built the outgoing F800GS in a weird time (the market crash of 2008) with a few quirky design features of its own. Its gas tank was located under the seat instead of between your legs where it normally sits. The exhaust system was on the “wrong side,” and in defiance of using a chain drive, they mounted it on the right-hand side of the bike while every chain drive on the planet runs along the left-hand side of the swing arm. These design choices gave the original F800GSs their “German” flair.

In walks the 2019 BMW F850GS, and guess what? It has a conventional motorcycle layout. The gas tank is between your legs, it doesn’t have a single-sided swing arm, the exhaust and chain drive have been swapped to the “normal sides,” yet it still feels German… in that “we did it better” kind of way.

The parts that carry over from the F800GS to the F850GS are nill. It’s an all-new motorcycle. The frame, suspension, engine, software and hardware are all new. Looks-wise, there is a strong resemblance to the R1200GS due to its “fly line,” essentially, the line that runs from the beak to the tail when you look at it from the side.

If the F850GS looks small, it’s because it is, and it’s small in all the right places. The seat height, for instance, may sound a little high at 33.9″ but when you realize that it’s .7″ lower than the outgoing F800GS you may warm up to it a bit. It feels like the shortest and least intimidating middleweight adventure bike on the market. Since the gas tank has moved from under the seat, the rear subframe and seat are much narrower. The seat is not adjustable but with options to get a low seat (32.9″), a comfort seat (34.4″) or the flatter, taller profiled rally seat (35″), there are plenty of options to get that seat height or seat-to-peg ratio into the goldilocks zone. Lastly, if you opt for the low suspension kit, you can get the seat as low as 32.1” on the F850GS, but note that the low suspension kit is only available in the premium package and loses the electronically-adjustable shock from the premium package.

BMW flat-out did an excellent job making the F850GS feel smaller and more compact while not cramping up the rider or making my 6’2″ frame feel oversized. The gas tank is down to 4.0 gallons (previously 4.2 gallons), but when coupled with a theoretical 57 mpg fuel consumption rating, your range anxieties should subside. The BMW crowd typically loves a large capacity fuel tank, but consider your actual intentions of long-range travel before criticizing this one. In practice, carrying a 1-gallon fuel canister for longer rides is easier than always dealing with the added size and weight of a large fuel tank between your legs.

The handlebars have just the right amount of bend, rise, and width for my taste. I never felt cramped while sitting or like I had to reach or bend over while standing. If you’re the type to insist on bar raisers and wide bars for “body positioning” and “turning leverage,” be my guest, but I would recommend 10-20mm risers at the most. What I did enjoy is the cockpit feel or lack thereof. While sitting, the profile of the gas tank is low, and you don’t feel locked into the F850GS. The same goes for the dashboard and low windshield when standing. The F850GS has the least amount of hardware interference I’ve ever experienced on a mid-sized adventure bike. The gas tank has well-thought-out knee indentations for standing that should work with almost all rider heights, unlike some bikes that have a hard ridge right where taller riders knees want to be.

Just over the bars is the new optional 6.5 inch TFT display that is absolutely gorgeous. While some people will scoff at these and say “I just want an analog tach and speedo,” at no point did I have a hard time reading this display, even covered in dust with the afternoon sun directly shining in its iPad-like face. Accessing menu options with a single menu button and the bar-mounted multi-controller wheel is straightforward and took just minutes to get the hang of.

The TFT display will integrate with your smartphone while using the BMW Motorrad Connected app via Bluetooth. You’ll then be able to access your contacts and media while displaying call status and navigation. While I didn’t have enough time to dive deep into all of these features, the ones I did access worked without issue.

Another technology item people love to hate is the keyless ignitions (Premium Package only). While my personal experiences with keyless bikes have ranged from quirky to downright miserable, the transponder key fob worked flawlessly for over 30 journalists at the press launch for both the F750GS and F850GS with dozens of starts and stops each. The Keyless Ride system also allows you to open the fuel filler cap and operate the steering lock without mechanically using the key.

Before we get into what it’s like to ride, we should address the ride modes. All F850GSs sent to the US will be in a Select or Premium Package (the base model will not be available unless you are ordering it and waiting for delivery.) Therefore, all F850GSs will come to the US with the coded plug for unlocking Pro modes. Below we have a break down of the modes to save you from having to read through all of them but let’s talk about the Enduro Pro mode for a bit.

Enduro Pro is an unlocked customizable ride mode that saves the settings once they are changed, even after the key is turned off. It should also be noted that whatever ride mode you are in, when you shut off the bike, will also be the mode that the bike is in when you turn it back on (thank you BMW).

For throttle response, you have two options: a soft mode which isn’t too soft, and a dynamic mode with snappy response and improved exhaust note. ABS pro has two options: The first is an ABS Pro profile for loose surfaces with knobby off-road tires that switches off the rear ABS and allows for much less interference (skidding but not full lock) of the front tire and loading the front suspension to increase braking performance; the second option is profiled for street tires in an off-road setting and gives you the opportunity to disengage the ABS to the rear wheel or not.

The Dynamic Traction Control is a bit of a mystery for me at this point. In Enduro Pro mode the traction control is on by default, but in a “Dynamic Traction Control” mode, you can toggle the traction control off with a single button on the handlebars (or turn it off in the menu and it will stay off even after the bike is shut down.) The menu will then show on the TFT display that the traction control has been turned off and will illuminate a warning light on the right-hand side of the dash confirming this. However, from a standstill on a rocky uphill with 2000 RPMs dialed in and the throttle going all the way to stop once the clutch was engaged, the F850GSs “Dynamic” traction control still interfered somehow.

This may be due to the lean angle sensors for the ABS and DTC. It’s not necessarily a bad thing as a full throttle uphill climb from a standstill would have typically ended in the loss of traction with either a tip over or the digging of a massive hole in the side of a hill causing the rider to get stuck. I wasn’t the only journalist to experience this but we were not able to dive into this further without more testing time.

The new chassis is a steel bridge monocoque design. Honestly, I don’t care what it is; I care how it feels off-road. During the press launch, we rode a lot of two track that was heavily water damaged. Choosing the worst line through it gave us a feel for what it would be like to ride the F850GS on some of the most rocky jeep trails.

In my opinion, The single most important number for how a motorcycle feels off-road is the rake angle of the front suspension. There’s a reason that all true off-road motorcycles and “good” adventure bikes hover around the 27-degree mark. The larger the number, the more stable a motorcycle will feel. It also affects front end traction in mud and sand tremendously. The tradeoff is slower steering on-road, but I’ve yet to say that I think an adventure bike’s steering feels too slow on the street, it’s an adventure bike after all. BMW’s F850GS has a rake angle of 28 degrees and it feels fantastic

Because of this, The new F850 is flat out one of the most confidence inspiring middleweight adventure bikes I’ve ever ridden off-road. What gets me most excited about this bike is not only how good it feels off-road, but also how easy it is to ride. Some of the first techniques you need to master as an off-road adventure rider are slow, tight-radius turns, and braking and stopping without putting a foot down. In this case, the F850GS has an advantage over the old F800GS in slow speed stability, making it easier for newer riders to learn these essentials.

Being approachable is a good thing for adventure riding and riders. The easier it is and the more fun it is to ride your ADV bike the more you’ll do it. By following the recipe to build a motorcycle without trying to engineer the crap out of it, BMW has been able to focus on engineering the crap out of a proven design.

Weighing in at 504 pounds wet, the new F850GS is 25 pounds heavier than its predecessor. Yet it feels lighter and less intimidating than the outgoing F800GS by a significant amount. In fact, the F850GS feels lighter and smaller than any of the other 750-1000cc adventure bikes currently on the market.

The riding style of an adventure motorcyclist is easy to spot. We stand up everywhere, and while that is the proper technique for low traction environments, it’s not the only way to skin the cat. The F850GS is one of only maybe 2.5 adventure bikes I’d consider riding sitting down on and sliding the rear like a flat track racer on smooth ground. Being able to ride the F850GS off-road while sitting demonstrates the stability, proper weight distribution, and optimal rider ergonomics of the redesigned bike. In short, the F850GS is really good at gravel and dirt roads at regular, high and very high speeds sitting or standing.

What about when the road gets not so normal? In rougher terrain, the new front and rear suspension are surprisingly well sprung and valved. In the case of a few more modern motorcycles that I’ve tested it seems manufacturers are getting better at building a suspension that will perform right out of the box for someone who weighs more than your average horse jockey, and BMW is on the right track as well.

The Premium package trim level bikes have the next-gen Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) shocks mounted to the rear of the F850GSs. This ZF manufactured rear unit adapts to every type of riding scenario with the push of the mode button. It doesn’t just set itself to a “mode” and stay at that setting. It takes inputs from itself with a spring travel sensor and adjusts damping according to road conditions. It also works in conjunction with data from the lean angle sensor, ABS, ASC, and DTC to offer the best possible settings for performance, traction, and comfort.

The one major, drawback to the F850GSs suspension is that it lost 1.1″ of travel compared to the F800GS on the front end, even though the rear suspension is continuously in a state of infinite electronic adjustment. The front forks are NON-adjustable. That makes the F850GS the only adventure bike at this price point and class with non-adjustable front suspension.

By the numbers, the F850GS has 8″ of travel up front compared to the F800GS which had 9.1″ of travel. The F850GS has .1″ more travel at the rear than the F800GS at 8.6″ of travel, and has 9.8″ of ground clearance while the F800GS had only 8.5″.

Well, if you were to try to calculate the negatives, there are very few… First, let me explain that I have adjusted the front suspension on every motorcycle I’ve ever tested, owned, or even borrowed. Not just because I can but because I’m picky, and weigh 210 pounds without gear. On the F850GS, I couldn’t even find a place to bottom out the front end while pushing the bike well past its marketing aspirations. The F850GSs front suspension will be more than adequate for 95% of the people who buy one and their intended uses.

What the fork does do is run out of travel as it packs down riding fast through choppy terrain. Adjusting out some of the rebound damping would probably solve some of this problem from the front end if it were available. And when we asked what was new in the front suspension at the pre-ride briefing, BMW was not able to expand on this other than the difference in travel. That being said, by my seat-of-the-pant-suspension-dyno-meter, it’s all new inside the 43mm tubes when it comes to the springs and valving. Despite the reduced travel, the F850GS front end is an improvement over the F800GSs when it comes to out of the box performance, stability, compliance and bottoming resistance. We could get upset about the lost travel but the ease of use and confidence boost the 850 gives vs. the F800GS is much more important to the people who are going to buy these motorcycles. Fun fact: the average age of an F850GS purchaser is four years younger than the average age of all other BMW buyers…. at 51 years old according to BMW.

The new motor is only rated at 90 horsepower. I say “only” because the new engine feels miles ahead of the F800GS’s 85-HP 180-degree parallel-twin lump. The significant changes to the motor are the 270-degree firing order and a more-compact design; think race bike V-Twin sound that is quelled by twin counter-balancers. The new motor is so smooth that I found myself in 4th gear going 100 mph and I wasn’t looking to shift into 5th, let alone the imaginary 7th gear I’d be trying to shift into on the F800GS.

The new throttle-by-wire system has a natural feel. While I still wish someone would figure out a 1:1, no-interference setting for an engine’s throttle response, the F850GSs throttle by wire seems to adapt to a rider’s throttle inputs and speeds. For instance, should you find yourself cruising at an average pace and want to ask the throttle for full power, it feels as if the first twist of the throttle is not as sharp as the second no matter what mode or engine profile the F850GS is set to. That’s why I would call the throttle by wire “adaptive.”

The transmission on the F850GS feels wider than the F800GSs did. First gear is down to almost the equivalent of going one tooth down on the front sprocket. The lower first gear will help with low-speed maneuvering and starting on uphill grades from a standstill. I found the F850GS harder to stall at slow speeds than most adv bikes and never had a stall due to a rear wheel lockup. The credit to this is the slipper/assist clutch in the new bike. Not only does it have reduced lever pull but it also slightly disengages to allow clutch slip during heavy engine braking to keep the rear wheel from chattering in on-road situations, and prevents stalls due to rear wheel lockups in off-road scenarios. It won’t stop you from stalling all the time, but having a little forgiveness in the clutch is a benefit worth mentioning.

The F850GS has a quick shifter, but it doesn’t work by cutting the ignition for upshifts. It works by modulating the throttle-by-wire system which “auto blips” the throttle for clutchless downshifts. A side effect is that it also does a bit of a “rev match” on downshift, meaning the chassis never really gets upset during aggressive braking and late downshifting – a feature I didn’t know I wanted until I had it.

On the road, the sacrifice of an inch of travel up front may have been the most substantial pay off for the F850GSs handling. The front end feels planted and sporty. We pushed these bikes hard during testing, and the F850GS felt better-than-good in all aspects of road riding. It’s stable at any speed, no hop or bounce from the front or rear end. Even late braking into a turn it didn’t bounce, wobble or push at any point. It handles better than many sport touring bikes do out of the box, and the only small complaint would be a bit of fork dive due to the initial brake bite being better than expected.

Yes, the brakes. While they may look a little puny compared to other OEM’s that use the massive four-piston Brembo Monoblocks, the two-piston floating caliper dual Brembos up-front grabbing twin 305mm floating disks, manage to scrub speed better than they should. While BMW could have slapped on high-spec, street-bike style, radially-mounted calipers, I feel the choice to run the floaters makes for a better option off-road, and never left me wanting on-road.

Having smashed and broken a few sets of mag rims on adventure rides with other bikes, I can not only tell you about the added durability the F850GS will have with its cross spoked tubeless rims. Tubeless rims are a feature that is currently not available on any other mid-sized adventure bike. I can also tell you that not having a tube in your wheels increases front-end feel and performance. But once you smash or crack a cast aluminum wheel on the trail, you have to put a tube in it to get back home (ask me how I know). Serious off-roaders will want to carry a tube in the off chance they bend a rim, something one of the test riders did with us on the launch. He also smashed his face on his handlebars at the same time, so we’re talking about a tremendous impact. The obvious benefits to a tubeless system are puncture repairs can be done without removing the wheel.

Who does the BMW F850GS have to compete with? For that, we have to look at the price tag first. It’s the biggest flaw of all when looking at the F850GS. The F850GSs base price is $13,195, but remember that BMW will not be shipping these to the United States and nor would I recommend special ordering one. So we immediately have to jump to the Select Package for an additional $2400. In the base red color sans handguards, the F850GS rings in at $15,595. Should you go for either premium paint option, the price jumps to $15,870, but you get handguards. Should you want the Premium Package that includes the Keyless ride, LED style headlight, tire pressure monitors, and next gen Dynamic ESA or low suspension options you’re going to need to add $3,450 to the base price. That’s $16,645 for an F850GS in red and $16,920 for the optional colors in the Premium Package. This makes the F850GS the most expensive middleweight bike out there especially when it doesn’t come with crash protection, a center stand, or even a metal skid plate.

VS the Triumph Tiger 800 the F850GS will feel more intuitive to ride off-road. It feels like it will be smaller and more confidence inspiring and will be the right choice for anyone looking for a small off-road focused bike for a beginner to intermediate rider. On-road it’s hard to beat the Triumph’s extra HP and Triple engine. At least the passenger foot pegs are removable on the F850GS, unlike the Tiger.

VS the KTM 1090R the F850GS will be much easier to handle off-road for less experienced riders. Think of the KTM as a 1290 frame with a 1090 motor in it, so it really doesn’t fall in the middleweight category and is also the reason I don’t own a 1090R as they are much larger than the F850GS. Just don’t try to drag race a 1090R on your BMW as you will lose.

VS the Honda Africa Twin L1 the F850GS will feel like a better road bike and has the premium parts and electronics to back it up. Off-road, the Africa Twin carries its weight well and is another excellent choice for the beginner rider, but also has the suspension travel to keep the experienced dirt-focused riders happy.

How does it stack up against the old F800GS you have in your garage? If you are a road-focused rider who occasionally does gravel and light dirt, the F850GS is a no-brainer when it comes to an upgrade. Those who are new to medium-skilled off-road riders will find the F850GS a more-friendly machine to ride in the dirt. If you’re an experienced adventure rider, looking to replace your F800GS, I’m afraid that the new 850 is not going to offer a clear advantage for higher-speed and aggressive off-road terrain. Should you find yourself somewhere in the middle of this range, the F850GS is going to be a more versatile bike both on- and off-road.

To sum up the F850GS, it’s not a “big dirt bike” that’s going to change the face of adventure riding by racing on MX tracks and turning into a hoverbike at every rock slide. It won’t be the end-all be-all upgrade to whatever you currently have in your stable. What I’m most excited about when it comes to the F850GS is how well it performs on-road, how easy it is to ride off-road, and how I hope that this motorcycle will get more people out adventure riding because it does so many things well and even a few things better than those who wrote the playbook.

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Ever since their debut in 2007, the GS models of theF series have stood for premium riding enjoyment with typical ‘Made by BMW Motorrad’ features, representing the middle-class Adventure segment. As before, the GS abbreviation again represents a perfect synthesis of touring and long-distance capability combined with sporty dynamics and supreme off-road performance. In short: A BMW GS is the perfect companion when it comes to discovering remote corners of the world by motorcycle. After around ten years of consistent model development, BMW Motorrad has now fully redesigned and reengineered its middle-class GS models in line with its objective of creating an ultimate riding machine that is even more uncomplicated and carefree, whether used for sport-oriented road riding, on tour complete with luggage and a passenger, or on an adventure trip into off-road terrain.

Even more so than their predecessor models, the newF 750 GS and F 850 GS are targeted squarely at their respective clientele. The F 750 GS is designed for all riders who prefer the sensation and conceptual design of a travel enduro in combination with a low seat height, copious power availability, high cost-effectiveness, and powerful all-round qualities. Opposite this is the new F 850 GS, which besides offering more power and torque, features even more distinctive touring characteristics coupled with supreme off-road ability.

Powerful, new 2-cylinder in-line engine with two counterbalance shafts and a firing interval of 270/450 degrees for optimized smoothness and emotional sound.

The main development focus was to create an increase in both power and torque. In addition, special attention was given to reducing fuel consumption levels. Displacement is 853 cc and the power output of 57 kW (77 hp) at 7,500 rpm generated by the F 750 GS is more than sufficient. The new F 850 GS generates 66 kW (90 hp) at 8,000 rpm which translates to a supreme level of engine power.

The developers achieved a powerful and emotionally appealing sound by employing a crankshaft with a 90 degree journal offset and a 270/450 degree firing interval. Unwanted vibrations are absorbed by the new engine’s two counterbalance shafts. A self-amplifying, anti-hopping clutch provides a discernible reduction in the hand clutch operating force while the drop in engine drag torque also enhances safety on the road. Power transmission to the rear wheel comes from the 6-speed gearbox with secondary drive that is now positioned on the left-hand side.

The Ride Modes ‘Road’ and ‘Rain’ plus ABS and ASC ensure plenty of riding enjoyment and enhanced safety as standard. Pro riding modes are available as optional equipment.

The new GS models address individual rider requirements by offering ‘Rain’ and ‘Road’ riding modes, while the combination of BMW Motorrad ABS and the ASC automatic stability control ensures a high level of safety.

The F 750 GS and F 850 GS can be fitted with factory optional equipment, such as Pro riding modes and in turn the additional ‘Dynamic’, ‘Enduro’ and ‘Enduro Pro’ ride modes (the latter only available in theF 850 GS) as well as the DTC dynamic traction control and banking capable ABS Pro.

The bridge frame of the new GS models in the F series is made of deep-drawn, welded components. It integrates the 2-cylinder in-line engine as a co-supporting element and offers benefits in terms of torsional rigidity and robustness. The fuel tank has been placed in the classic position between the seat bench and the steering head, for optimised packaging and an improved centre of gravity.

BMW Motorrad has been regarded for decades as a pioneer when it comes to safety in motorcycling. As a literally glowing example, a full LED headlight is standard equipment on the new F 750 GS and F 850 GS. Not only does it light up the road with a beam that is unparalleled in its brightness and clarity, it ensures better visibility in traffic. It also lends the two mid-range premium enduros an unmistakable look with its optional LED optical style element in the form of an inverted tuning fork.

The F 750 GS and F 850 GS also feature a completely new look, which benefits from a more dynamic and masculine design. In addition to the basic version, the new F models are also available in Exclusive style options. The Rallye style option is exclusive to the new F 850 GS and places particular emphasis on its off-road capabilities.

The new GS models of the F series are being launched with a range of equipment options that is unique for the middle class. Be it the different seat heights and windshields, the new LED style element, or the optional Connectivity equipment withTFT display, the list of fascinating features with which owners can maximize their riding enjoyment and safety as well as experience the thrill of the road is now virtually inexhaustible for middle class travel enduro motorcycles.

• Powerful 2-cylinder in-line engine with a displacement of 853 cc.F 750 GS: 77 hp (57 kW) at 7,500 rpm and 61 lb-ft (83 Nm) at 6,000 rpm. F 850 GS: 90 hp (66 kW) at 8,000 rpm and 63 lb-ft (86 Nm) at 6,250 rpm.

• Pro ride modes with ABS Pro and dynamic brake light, DTC and the new ride modes ‘Dynamic’, ‘Enduro’ and ‘Enduro Pro’ (the latter only with the F 850 GS) available as factory optional equipment.

• A range of optional equipment and accessories that is unique in the middle class, such as Keyless Ride, Gear shift assistant Pro, Dynamic ESA, Connectivity etc.

For more than ten years, the GS models in the F series have embodied the premium range in the middle-class Adventure segment. They have been characterized from the start by their convincing all-round qualities and as a paragon of riding enjoyment on tarmac surfaces as well as safe controllability off the road. With the new F 750 GS and F 850 GS models, BMW Motorrad is launching its success formula in a comprehensively reengineered and more distinctive form.

As before, the heart of the new F 750 GS and F 850 GS is the in-line, 2‑cylinder engine, which has, however, now been completely reengineered. The objectives of the developers were above all to achieve a significant increase in power and torque compared to the previous models. In addition, while developing the new engine, great importance was attached to optimizing combustion to reduce fuel consumption.

The engine displacement of both the F 750 GS and the F 850 GS is now 853 cc (compared with 798 cc in the previous models), resulting from a bore of 84 mm and stroke of 77 mm. With 77 hp (57 kW) of power at 7,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 61 lb-ft (83 Nm) at 6,000 rpm, the new F 750 GS features impressively high power and traction force. The new F 850 GS generates 90 hp (66 kW) at 8,000 rpm and develops a maximum torque of 65 lb-ft (86 Nm) at 6,250 rpm to deliver its supreme engine performance. In particular, the increased torque results in improved pulling power. The new F 750 GS achieves a maximum speed of 118 mph (190 km/h), while the F 850 GS manages over 125 mph (200 km/h).

In both the new F 750 GS and F 850 GS, the 2-cylinder in-line engine is installed transversely to the direction of travel and is liquid-cooled. In contrast to the engines of the previous models, however, its crankshaft has a 90 degree journal offset and a 270/450 degree firing interval (previous models had a 0 degree crankshaft journal offset and a 360 degree firing interval. This change is accompanied by a particularly powerful and emotional sound, similar to that of the 90 degree V2 engine.

While the oscillating mass forces of the previous models were compensated for by a connecting rod fitted to the middle of t