After revolutionising the ADV segment with the R1300 GS, German player BMW Motorrad is now planning to add another new motorcycle to its lineup. It will be an entry-level ADV, arriving under the F 450 GS nameplate in collaboration with TVS.
BMW F 450 GS Launch and Expected Price
According to the details available on the internet, production has already begun at TVS Motor Company’s Hosur plant near Bangalore. However, neither brand has revealed any official details about the launch yet. It is speculated that the motorcycle may be unveiled at this year’s “India Bike Week”. Again, the dates for the country’s biggest biking event are still awaited from the organisers.
The BMW F 450 GS is likely to be launched at an expected starting price of around Rs 4 lakh, while the top-of-the-line variant may go up to Rs 4.5 lakh (ex-showroom). When it comes to the final on-road price, customers can expect it to fall between Rs 5 lakh and Rs 5.2 lakh, depending on the city and state.
BMW Motorrad F 450 GS Specs
At its heart, the BMW F 450 GS will be powered by a 450cc twin-cylinder engine. It is expected to deliver a maximum power of 47.5 BHP at 8,750 RPM and 43 Nm of torque at 6,750 RPM. The unit will be paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
For comfort and stability, the motorcycle will use a tubular steel frame, featuring a 43 mm KYB upside-down fork at the front. The rear section will be supported by a mono-shock absorber offering 180 mm of travel.
Meanwhile, BMW Motorrad offers a wide range of adventure and sports bikes for the Indian market. The lineup includes models like R 1300 GS, K 1600 GTL, S 1000 RR, and R 18 series. The company also offers some electric options, including G 310 RR, C 400 GT, and CE 02.
