Data and equipment

The BMW F 450 GS

The F 450 GS is your buddy for spontaneous everyday adventures. It’s up for anything you can think of, be it on or off-road, and makes a clear statement to the Adventure world. With a newly developed two-cylinder engine, 48 hp and only  393 lbs. An authentic GS that makes adventures accessible to everyone. Any time. Learn more about the technical data and equipment here.

 The backgrounds on some images were created using CGI. Forged wheels are not available in the U.S. as a factory option.

Technical data

Engine

Rated output
48 hp at 8,750 rpm
Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Bore x stroke
72 mm x 51.6 mm
Capacity
420 cc
Max. torque
32 lb-ft at 6,750 rpm
Compression ratio
13.0 : 1
Mixture control
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system with throttle-by-wire

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed
102 mph
Fuel type
Super unleaded (max. 10% ethanol, E10), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI, Super unleaded (max. 25% ethanol, E20) E15-E25, 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Electrical system

Alternator
Permanent magnet alternator with 334 W (nominal power)
Battery
12 V / 8 Ah

Power transmission

Clutch
Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch, mechanically operated
Gearbox
Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated in the transmission housing
Traction control
BMW Motorrad DTC

Chassis / brakes

Frame
Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame
Front wheel location / suspension
Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 43 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension
Aluminum twin-sided swingarm, compression and rebound damping adjustable shock absorber including progressive damping
Suspension travel, front / rear
7.1" / 7.1"
Wheelbase
57.7"
Castor
4.53"
Steering head angle
26.1°
Wheels
Aluminum cross spoke wheels
Rim, front
2.50 x 19"
Rim, rear
3.50 x 17"
Tire, front
100/90 R19
Tire, rear
130/80 R17
Brake, front
Single disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper
Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 240 mm, 1-piston floating caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad ABS Pro

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight
33.3"
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
74.0"
Usable tank volume
3.6 gal
Reserve
approx. 0.6 gal
Length
85.0" (over license plate holder)
Height
47.6" (above windshield, at unladen weight)
Width
34.2"
Dry weight
364 lbs
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled
392 lbs
1)
Permitted total weight
782 lbs
Payload (with standard equipment)
390 lbs

Equipment

Optional accessories

  • Rallye seat, high
  • Engine protection bar
  • Luggage carrier
  • Navigation preparation
  • Rider's seat, low
  • Tour windscreen, high
  • Forged wheels
  • and much more
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Your buddy for everyday adventures

Got your own ideas? With our comprehensive range of genuine BMW Motorrad accessories, you can make the F 450 GS into your best buddy for everyday adventures.

Got your own ideas? With our comprehensive range of genuine BMW Motorrad accessories, you can make the F 450 GS into your best buddy for everyday adventures.

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