BMW Motorrad has added to the GS lineup with the release of the F 450 GS.

BMW claims this will be a versatile machine, combining usability, dynamic handling, touring comfort, and off-road capabilities. The F450 GS features a newly developed two-cylinder in-line fuel-injected engine, delivering a power output of 48 hp at 8,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 32 lb-ft at 6,750 rpm. The new engine is touted as one of the most compact and powerful builds in the segment. Additionally, it meets EU5+ requirements and consumes only 3.8 litres per 100 km. On the 14-litre tank it’s estimated that the rider will achieve a 350 km range and weighs in at 178 kg.

The F450 GS will include the BMW Easy Ride Clutch (ERC), this system eliminates for the rider to manually operate the clutch while riding, this option will only be included on the F450 GS Trophy variant. It’s important to note that although the ERC eliminates the need to use the clutch, the model is still equipped with a clutch to use if desired. Shift Assistant Pro is included on all except the base model and can be added to the base model.

Rain, Road, and Enduro riding modes are offered, as well as ABS Pro, DBC, DTC and MSR (engine drag control). Additional Enduro Pro mode can be added to all except the base model.

The F450 GS, offers a completely new chassis, built to be lightweight and robust with the engine as a supporting element of the frame. The model will also be equipped with a 43 mm KYB fork (Fully adjustable with sports suspension upgrade) and a fully adjustable KYB central spring strut. The standard seat height is 845 mm, but as always, a tall and low seat are offered additionally.

There will also be numerous options for BMW upgrades for the new model, including an Akrapovic muffler, BMW Motorrad cross-spoke wheel and more. There are four model options for the new F450 GS. Basic model is offered in Cosmic Black; the Exclusive model is also offered in Cosmic Black, but offers off-road footrests, handguards, plastic skidplate, Pro riding mode, Shift Assistant Pro and a clear windshield.

The F450 GS Sport is offered in Racing Red and features the same features as the Exclusive model but is upgraded with the KYB “Sports Suspension”. The top-tier model is the Trophy variant, offered in Racing Blue Metallic, and features the off-road footrests, white handguards, Riding Modes Pro, Shift Assistant Pro, “Sports Suspension”, a tinted rally windshield, aluminum engine guard, and the new version of the ERC.