Data and equipment

The BMW F 450 RR

The BMW F 450 RR brings a genuine race feeling to your everyday rides. Its authentic supersport design and accessible performance mean you can experience the world of RR right from the outset. With a newly developed two-cylinder in-line engine, 48 hp and only 390 lbs, it helps give you the control you need to keep improving your skills on every ride. Learn more about the technical data and equipment here.

Engine

Rated output
48 hp at 8,750 rpm
Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Type
Water-cooled 2-cylinder, four-stroke engine with four cam-operated valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts and wet-sump lubrication
Capacity
420 cc
Bore x stroke
72 mm x 51.6 mm
Max. torque
32 lb-ft at 6,750 rpm
Compression ratio
13.0 : 1
Mixture control
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-Z with throttle-by-wire

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed
110 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 364 W (nominal power)
Battery
12 V / 9 Ah

Power transmission

Clutch
Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch, mechanically operated
Gearbox
Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated in the transmission housing
Drive
Chain drive ratio 15/47
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
Suspension travel, front / rear
5.5" / 5.5"
Wheelbase
55.28"
Castor
4.37"
Steering head angle
23.4°
Wheels
Aluminum cast wheels
Rim, front
3.00 x 17"
Rim, rear
4.00 x 17"
Tire, front
110/70 ZR17
Tire, rear
150/60 ZR17
Brake, front
Single disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 310 mm, Brembo 4-piston fixed caliper
Brake, rear
Hydraulic single disc brake, rigid brake disc, diameter 240 mm, 1-piston floating caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad ABS Pro

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight
31.10"
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
69.7"
Usable tank volume
3.6 gal
Reserve
approx. 0.6 gal
Length
78.82" (over license plate holder)
Height
44.7" (without mirror, at unladen weight)
Width
30.3" (over handlebar weight)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled
390 lbs 1)
Permitted total weight
782 lbs
Payload (with standard equipment)
392.4 lbs

1) With all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refueled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

Equipment

M Sport: 

  • Snaefell White/M Motorsport
  • M color scheme, rim graphics
  • White frame
  • Shift Assistant Pro
  • Sport suspension
  • Riding Modes Pro (Rain, Road, Race, Race Pro) 

Optional accessories: 

  • Sport windscreen, high, clear
  • M hand lever protectors
  • Radiator grille guard
  • Axle protectors
  • Sport seat (+0.79 in)
  • Seat, low (-0.59 in)
  • Black Collection tank bag, 5-8 l
  • Soft cases, black, each 16.5 l
  • Navigation preparation
+ Read more

Make it your F 450 RR

With the M Sport setup: choose the equipment that suits you and your race mode. Design your BMW F 450 RR now. U.S. model only available with clear windscreen.

With the M Sport setup: choose the equipment that suits you and your race mode. Design your BMW F 450 RR now. U.S. model only available with clear windscreen.

spinner