The wait is almost over, BMW Motorrad India has officially opened the order books for the highly anticipated BMW F 450 GS, just days before its scheduled launch on 23 April 2026. If you’re looking to be among the first to swing a leg over this middleweight beast, you can now head to any authorised BMW Motorrad dealership to reserve yours.
Serious Power in a Compact Package
At the heart of the new BMW F 450 GS is an all-new 450cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine. Co-developed with TVS Motor Company and built right here at the Hosur plant, this motor is a bit of a firecracker.
It pumps out a healthy 48 hp (47.5 bhp) and 43 Nm of torque. BMW has even given it a 135-degree crankshaft offset, which means it should have a unique, characterful growl that sets it apart from the standard twin-cylinder crowd. Hope the vibrations are controlled.
Tech That Punches Above Its Weight
BMW isn’t holding back on the gadgets for their new entry-level GS. The bike comes loaded with a 6.5-inch TFT display featuring smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation. But the real magic is in the rider aids:
- Ride Modes: Choose between Rain, Road, and Enduro.
- Safety Suite: Packed with ABS Pro, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), and Engine Drag Torque Control.
- Smooth Shifting: A 6-speed gearbox paired with a slipper clutch and Shift Assistant Pro (a bi-directional quickshifter) as standard.
Built for the Rough Stuff
While it’s a brilliant road tourer, the F 450 GS hasn’t forgotten its off-road DNA. It sits on a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel combo, wrapped in dual-purpose tyres.
The suspension setup is serious, too—featuring 43mm KYB upside-down forks at the front and a directly linked KYB WAD monoshock at the back, both offering 180mm of travel. Depending on your height, you can tweak the standard 845mm seat height down to 835mm or up to 860mm with optional configurations.
BMW F 450 GS specifications
Engine and Transmission
- Engine Type: Water-cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke in-line with 135-degree crankshaft journal offset.
- Displacement: 420 cc (72 mm bore x 51.6 mm stroke).
- Compression Ratio: 13:1.
- Clutch: Multi-disc wet clutch (mechanically actuated; Easy Ride Clutch available on GS Trophy).
- Transmission: 6-speed manual with shift assistant.
Dimensions and Weight
- Length: 2161 mm.
- Width: 869 mm.
- Wheelbase: 1465 mm.
- Kerb Weight: 178 kg.
- Fuel Capacity: 14 Liters.
Brakes and Suspension
- Front Brake: 310 mm disc with 4-piston caliper.
- Rear Brake: 240 mm disc with 1-piston caliper.
- Front Suspension: 43 mm inverted telescopic fork (KYB).
- Rear Suspension: Monoshock (KYB).
Electronics and Features
- Display: 6.5-inch color TFT with navigation and call/SMS alerts.
- Ride Modes: Rain, Road, Enduro, and Enduro Pro (on non-Basic variants).
- Safety: Dual-channel ABS with multiple levels and Dynamic Brake Control.
- Lighting: Quad-LED daytime running lamps (DRLs) with “X” signature.
Variants and Competition
The bike is expected to arrive in four distinct flavours: Basic, Exclusive, Sport, and the GS Trophy. The GS Trophy is the one to watch if you’re a dirt specialist and want the maxed out version, as it will sport those rugged tubeless wire-spoke wheels.
The BMW F 450 GS is available in four distinct equipment variants: Basic, Exclusive, Sport, and GS Trophy.
- Basic: The entry-level model featuring Cosmic Black paint, three riding modes (Road, Rain, Enduro), cornering ABS, traction control, and engine braking control.
- Exclusive: Also in Cosmic Black, this trim adds off-road footpegs, handguards, a plastic underbody guard, an extra Enduro Pro mode with switchable rear ABS, and a standard bidirectional quickshifter.
- Sport: Distinguished by Racing Red paint, it includes all Exclusive features plus fully adjustable KYB suspension and a sport-tuned setup.
- GS Trophy: The top-tier variant in Racing Blue Metallic, equipped with an Easy Ride Clutch (ERC), an aluminum engine guard, a tinted rally windshield, and the full suite of electronic aids.
With an expected price tag around ₹4.99 Lakh (ex-showroom), the F 450 GS is positioning itself as a premium alternative to the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and the KTM 390 Adventure.
Quick Specs at a Glance
| Feature | Specification |
| Engine | 450cc Parallel-Twin |
| Output | 48 hp / 43 Nm |
| Kerb Weight | 175 kg – 178 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 14 Litres |
| Brakes | 310mm (F) / 240mm (R) Discs |
| Launch Date | 23 April 2026 |
Stay tuned for the official price announcement this Thursday! It looks like the middleweight adventure segment in India is about to get a very premium shake-up.
