The BMW F 450 GS, the newest, smallest, and most accessible member of BMW Motorrad’s legendary Gelandstrada (GS) line of motorcycles is launching next week. BMW Motorrad Philippines teased its arrival in a post.

Like its big brother, the R 1300, the design focuses on the consistent implementation of the current GS design language. With iconic features such as the LED headlight with "X" daytime riding light and the distinctive flyline, the bike's affiliation with the BMW Motorrad GS family is clear at first glance.

A large 6.5-inch TFT display shows a variety of information, display quality. It comes with screen displays called the Pure Ride Screen and the Sport Screen with detailed information on DTC, braking force, and lean angle. Taking phone calls, listening to music, and navigation while riding is also possible.

Powering it is a two-cylinder in-line engine with fuel injection and a stainless steel exhaust system on the right-hand side. The new F 450 GS produces 48 hp at 8,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 43 Nm at 6,750 rpm. The engine features a crankshaft with crankpins offset by 135 degrees and, in conjunction with a single balance shaft, ensures a characterful, emotional ride while simultaneously reducing unwanted vibrations to an exceptionally low level.

It is particularly economical, consuming just 3.8 liters per 100 km. A range of over 350 km can be achieved in conjunction with the 14-liter tank.

The engine is paired with a six-speed transmission transmits torque to the left-hand secondary drive via an X-ring chain. For fast upshifts and downshifts without clutch operation, the new F 450 GS is offered with Shift Assistant Pro in all equipment variants except the basic variant. This can be retrofitted to the basic version.

It comes with three riding modes as standard: "Rain", "Road" and "Enduro." Standard equipment also includes ABS Pro, Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and engine drag torque control (MSR).

The F 450 GS is built on a specially developed lattice-tube frame. The frame integrates the two-cylinder in-line engine as a supporting element and is designed to be lightweight yet robust.

Absorbing bumps in front is a KYB upside-down telescopic fork with a 43 mm inner tube diameter. The fork is adjustable for rebound and compression damping. Behind is a KYB central spring strut (adjustable spring preload and rebound damping) with travel-dependent damping linked to a hollow-cast aluminum double-sided swing arm.

Bringing the bike to a stop is a floating single-disc front brake with a Brembo 4-piston fixed caliper. A single disc brake with 1-piston floating caliper is on the rear wheel. ABS Pro is fitted as standard, allowing safer braking in curves by enabling ABS-assisted braking while leaning. Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), also standard, offers increased safety when braking, even in difficult situations, by preventing unintentional throttle application.

The bike rolls on lightweight yet robust cast aluminum wheels. It is fitted with tubeless tires for road and off-road use, sized 100/90-19 at the front and 130/80-17 at the rear.

A technical highlight is the Easy Ride Clutch (ERC), a precision centrifugal unit in the clutch which engages depending on engine speed. This system is standard on the GS Trophy variant and available as an optional accessory for all other model variants. In combination with the Shift Assistant Pro, manual operation of the clutch lever is completely eliminated – from starting off and gear changes to demanding maneuvers. The clutch lever still works to allows the rider to intervene manually at any time if necessary. The engine brake remains fully active until just before a stop; only when the idle speed is reached does the ERC automatically open, reliably preventing the engine from stalling.

The additional “Enduro Pro” mode, which is used from the Exclusive equipment variant onwards, is designed for off-road use with coarse-tread off-road tires and allows the ABS on the rear wheel to be deactivated.

The new BMW F 450 GS comes with a two-part seat (845 mm) as standard. There is a low seat option (830 mm).

BMW has not released the price yet, but it is likely to be far lower and more accessible than the other GS models it currently offers. Are you excited for the F 450 GS?