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SIGNIFICANT UPGRADES FOR MID-WEIGHT GS
BMW Motorrad is set to significantly boost its product range of midrange touring adventure machines with the launch of the new F 900 GS , F 900 GS Adventure and F 800 GS models .
While the new BMW F 800 GS is the ideal bike , especially for entry-level riders , the F 900 GS Adventure is very well suited for extended adventure trips and for long , demanding tours . All three models have been significantly updated and now offer , among other things , an even higher level of standard equipment in addition to a new drive . The F 900 GS features many far-reaching innovations . The motorcycle ’ s range of uses has been considerably expanded thanks to its enhanced off-road qualities combined with a drastic weight reduction of 14kg compared to the predecessor model making it a particularly sporty F Series model .
In the new F 900 GS , F 900 GS Adventure and F 800 GS the advanced 2-cylinder in-line engine introduced in 2018 with the F 850 GS provides increased riding dynamics . The main reason for this is the increased capacity 895 cc ( previously 853 cc ). With a 270 / 450 degree firing interval , the engine generates a particularly emotional sound . In the F 900 GS and F 900 GS Adventure it puts out 77 kW ( 105 hp ) and in the F 800 GS 64 kW ( 87 hp ). In addition to a significant increase in peak power of 10hp each , the new engines are also characterised by a much fuller torque curve , increased pulling power and faster acceleration .
The new GS models in the F series already offer the two riding modes " Rain " and " Road " as standard . Dynamic Traction Control DTC , the cornering-optimised ABS Pro and the dynamic brake light . With " riding modes Pro " available as optional equipment ex works , the dynamic qualities of the new F 900 GS , F 900 GS Adventure and F 800 GS can be exploited even more intensively thanks to additional riding modes , the riding mode pre-selection and the engine drag torque control as well as Dynamic Brake Control DBC .
The new F 900 GS , F 900 GS Adventure and F 800 GS rely on a bridge-type frame made of deep-drawn sheet steel parts welded together , which integrates
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