The BMW GS range of bikes has long been at the
forefront of the adventure riding scene; the middle
weight bikes often the market leaders. The latest F850GS
range perfectly combine supreme road and touring
capabilities with outstanding off-road characteristics.
The already tried and tested F series has been
unveiled with a new range of colour schemes and
equipment (standard and optional) to mark the 40th
Anniversary of GS.
General changes include new paint schemes, one
that harks to a particular Japanese manufacturer, while
all bikes will come with LED turn indicators, cockpit
mounted USB charging, ABS Pro and Dynamic Traction
Control as standard. The 853cc twin remains the same
with up to 95 hp (70kW) in the 850 models.
Across the 750, 850 and 850 Adventure models the
changes on the new bikes is visually stunning; including
the matt black or gold rims. The Rallye style bikes also
come with “40 Years GS Edition” emblazoned on them.
The new models all feature components from the Pro
riding modes optional equipment range. Thus, as in
the GS models with boxer engines, a reworked throttle
response in DYNAMIC riding mode now ensures even
more dynamics and riding enjoyment. Furthermore,
dynamic engine brake control and Dynamic Brake
Control (DBC) now feature in Pro riding modes. Other
new Pro riding mode features include the preselection
of up to four riding modes for the button assignment on
the right handlebar controls.
An extra low seat bench as well as modified lowered
suspension will be available as optional equipment
for all three models ensuring even better ground
accessibility when stationary.
Original BMW Motorrad Accessories now supply
a holder for the F850GS and F850GS Adventure for
mounting the BMW Motorrad Navigator above the
standard TFT display, which is beneficial when the
driver is stationary off-road. This holder was previously
reserved exclusively for GS trophy machines and
deployment vehicles. The ex-works "Preparation for
navigation device" optional equipment is still available
for positioning on the handlebar clamp as before.
Since completely switching off the ABS will no longer
be permissible under legal homologation regulations
in future, the Enduro and Enduro Pro riding modes
provide suitably adapted controls for this purpose. The
ABS function can still be switched off on the rear wheel
in Enduro Pro riding mode (BMW F 850 GS and BMW F
850 GS Adventure only).
The HP logo will be omitted in future in all optional
equipment scopes and Original BMW Motorrad
Accessories. The sports silencer for the F750GS
will only be provided via Original BMW Motorrad
Accessories.
Further information on the new F series of GS bikes
can be found at your local BMW dealer.
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