Statement from the BMW Head of Development
“The appearance of the new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure will cause a stir. It is not only visually that the large GS differs significantly from its almost dainty-looking sister. Never before have seating comfort, ergonomics and wind and weather protection been so harmoniously combined with precise handling, exceptional suspension comfort and smooth running. The new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure has set itself the goal of redefining the benchmark for large adventure motorcycles.” – Christof Lischka, Head of Development BMW Motorrad.
Engine and chassis: Technical details
New two-cylinder boxer engine
The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is powered by the revised two-cylinder boxer engine, which stands out due to its more compact design and is already used in the well-known R 1300 GS. The engine has a displacement of 1,300 cm³, delivers 145 hp (107 kW) at 7,750 rpm and achieves a maximum torque of 149 Nm at 6,500 rpm.
New chassis
The chassis of the R 1300 GS Adventure consists of a sheet metal shell main frame made of steel, which has higher rigidity values than the predecessor model. This is supplemented by an aluminum trellis tube rear frame. The EVO Telelever front wheel guide and the revised EVO Paralever rear wheel guide are designed to ensure greater steering precision and riding stability.
Electronic suspension adjustments
Dynamic Suspension Adjustment (DSA)
The new electronic Dynamic Suspension Adjustment (DSA) dynamically adjusts the damping and spring rate based on the driving mode and driving condition. This enables automated load compensation and improves ride comfort and driving safety on different surfaces.
Adaptive vehicle height control
The adaptive vehicle height control adjusts the vehicle height fully automatically to the operating conditions. An additional comfort option offers a further 20 mm lowering, which is particularly useful for shorter drivers.
Driving modes and assistance systems
Four riding modes
The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure offers four riding modes as standard: Rain, Road, Eco and Enduro. These modes enable adaptation to different riding conditions and optimize the riding experience both on the road and off-road.
Automated Shift Assistant (ASA)
The Automated Shift Assist (ASA) offers fully automated clutch actuation, which is designed to make driving more comfortable without compromising the dynamics of the shifting process.
Lighting and safety
LED technology
The R 1300 GS Adventure is equipped with the new full LED headlights in Matrix design as standard. Additional LED auxiliary headlights and blinker lights integrated into the handguards complete the lighting concept.
Riding Assistant
The Riding Assistant offers optional functions such as Active Cruise Control (ACC), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Change Warning (SWW) and the new Rear Collision Warning (RECW).
Storage space and accessories
Aluminum top case and suitcase
BMW offers a 37-liter aluminum top case and aluminum cases with a total load capacity of over 73 liters as accessories. These have integrated magnetic couplings for USB charging sockets and lighting.
Fuel tank and windshield
The 30-liter aluminium fuel tank is robust and offers attachment options for luggage. Wind and weather protection is supported by a large windshield and hand guards with extensions.
Variants and optional equipment
Model variants
The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is available in different versions: the sporty basic version in Racing Red uni, the elegant Triple Black, the sporty GS Trophy and the exclusive 719 Karakorum option in Aurelius Green metallic matt.
Comprehensive range of optional extras
The optional extras include heated grips, keyless ride, Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) with brake function and heated seats for the rider and passenger.
Conclusion
The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure comes with technical innovations and extensive customization options. Its appearance is polarizing and will not suit every taste, but it offers a wide range of functions that can be an advantage for long-distance and adventure trips.
Technical data at a glance
- Engine: 1,300 cm³ twin-cylinder boxer engine
- Power: 145 hp (107 kW) at 7,750 rpm
- Torque: 149 Nm at 6,500 rpm
- Riding modes: Rain, Road, Eco, Enduro
- Tank capacity: 30 liters
- Weight: details to follow
Highlights of the new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure:
- The Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) with automated clutch actuation simplifies motorcycling and offers an exhilarating riding experience with the automatic gearshift characterized by the riding mode.
- Completely redesigned boxer engine compared to the predecessor model with bottom-mounted gearbox and BMW ShiftCam technology for varying the valve timing and valve lift on the intake side.
- Most powerful BMW boxer engine of all time.
- Powerful acceleration across the entire rev range, exemplary fuel consumption and emission values as well as smooth and quiet running.
- Power and torque: 107 kW (145 hp) at 7,750 rpm and 149 Nm at 6,500 rpm.
- Knock sensor technology for optimized cruising suitability.
- Completely redesigned chassis compared to the predecessor model with sheet metal shell main frame and aluminum lattice tube rear frame. Even more steering precision and riding stability thanks to new EVO telelever with flex element and revised EVO Paralever rear wheel guide.
- BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro as standard.
- Four riding modes as standard.
- Engine drag torque control (MSR), dynamic brake assist (DBC) and hill start assist (HSC) as standard.
- Driving Modes Pro with additional driving modes as optional equipment ex works.
- Dynamic traction control (DTC) as standard.
- Electronic Dynamic Suspension Adjustment (DSA) with dynamic adjustment of damping and spring rate as well as load compensation as standard.
- Adaptive Vehicle Height Control and Adaptive Vehicle Height Control Comfort as optional extras ex works.
- Matrix LED headlights and newly developed auxiliary headlights integrated into the body as standard.
- Headlight Pro with adaptive bend lighting as an ex-works option.
- Extended hand guard with integrated indicators as standard.
- 30-liter aluminium fuel tank.
- Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) with braking function as standard.
- Riding Assistant with Active Cruise Control (ACC),
- Front Collision Warning (FCW),
- Lane Change Warning (SWW) and Rear Collision Warning (RECW) for safe and comfortable motorcycling as optional equipment ex works.
- 12 V on-board power socket and smartphone charging compartment with integrated USB socket as standard.
- Seat heating for rider and pillion passenger for enhanced suitability for touring and traveling as an optional extra ex works.
- Handlebar riser by up to 30 mm as an ex-works option.
- Wide range of seat height variants as optional equipment ex works.
- Connectivity: Multifunctional instrument cluster with 6.5-inch full-color TFT display and numerous features as standard.
- RDC, keyless ride and heated grips as standard.
- Intelligent emergency call as standard (market-dependent).
- Attractive basic variant as well as the Triple Black, GS Trophy and Option 719 Karakorum model variants.
- Comprehensive range of optional extras and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories.
Increased standard equipment of the new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure compared to the predecessor model:
- Heated grips.
- Keyless Ride (steering, ignition and tank lock).
- RDC.
- MSR.
- BMW Motorrad fully integral ABS Pro.
- DCC cruise control with brake function.
- DSA.
- Auxiliary headlights.
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