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the suspension of the new R 1300 GS : the new adaptive vehicle height control and the sports suspension .
With adaptive vehicle height control , the new R 1300 GS offers fully automatic adjustment of the vehicle height depending on the operating condition , thereby ensuring the greatest possible comfort without having to compromise on riding dynamics and banking freedom .
With 20mm more spring travel at the front and rear and an optional athletically firm sports suspension specially developed for the GS , off-road riders are well catered for .
Even in standard trim , the new R 1300 GS now has four rather than three riding modes for adaptation to individual rider preferences . The “ Rain ” and “ Road ” riding modes allow riding characteristics to be adapted to most road conditions . With the “ Eco ” riding mode it is possible to achieve the maximum range on a single tank of fuel , while the additional riding mode “ Enduro ” enables an enhanced riding experience off the beaten track with a specific set-up for off-road use .
BMW Motorrad is regarded as a trailblazer when it comes to motorcycling safety and related innovations .
Accordingly , the new R 1300 GS offers a new , compact full LED headlamp with a novel , distinctive light icon as standard . This illuminates the road with an unrivalled clarity , thereby ensuring even better visibility in traffic .
The light unit comprises two LED units for low and high beam along with four additional LED units for the daytime running light and the side light .
State-of-the-art LED light units with newly designed LED turn indicators – integrated in the hand protectors at the front , function-integrated at the rear – round off the lighting concept of the new R 1300 GS . With the optional equipment element “ Headlight Pro ”, the beam of the standard full LED headlamp turns into the bend according to the banking position . In this manner , the bend is almost fully illuminated thanks to the light pointing to where the motorcycle is heading .
The new BMW R 1300 GS features the new Riding Assistant option , comprising the components Active Cruise Control ( ACC ), Front Collision Warning ( FCW ) and Lane Change Warning ( SWW ).
Active Cruise Control ( ACC ) with integrated distance control can be used to set the desired riding speed as well as the distance to the vehicle in front .
Front Collision Warning ( FCW ) with brake intervention is designed to prevent collisions and help reduce the severity of accidents , while Lane Change Warning monitors the lanes to the left and right and can help ensure a safe lane change while supporting use of the rear mirror .
The new R 1300 GS features an entirely new design that
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