BMW Motorrad India has expanded its sub-500cc adventure touring lineup with the launch of the BMW F 450 GS Sport variant at an ex-showroom price of INR 5,90,000. Positioned as a performance-biased trim within the F 450 GS range, the Sport variant introduces dedicated chassis hardware, specialized electronic assists, and an exclusive Racing Red exterior scheme designed for both trail agility and road touring.
The BMW F 450 GS Sport is distinguished by its Racing Red bodywork accented by a contrasting white subframe and the signature GS flyline. Built around an upright adventure geometry, the front profile incorporates an X-shaped full-LED headlight cluster and the traditional GS beak.
Functional hardware additions on the Sport variant include:
Powering the F 450 GS Sport is a newly engineered 420 cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine. The powerplant generates a rated output of 48 hp (35 kW) at 8,750 rpm and a peak torque figure of 43 Nm at 6,750 rpm. Power is sent to the rear wheel through a 6-speed transmission managed by an anti-hopping (slipper) clutch and chain final drive.
The Sport variant adds BMW’s Gear Shift Assistant Pro as standard, enabling clutchless upshifts and downshifts. Top speed is rated at 165 km/h, and the total unladen wet weight stands at 178 kg, yielding a power-to-weight ratio tailored for A2-tier compliance and responsive off-road handling.
The chassis relies on a tubular steel frame with an upside-down front fork and a rear monoshock featuring travel-dependent damping (WAD) with adjustable preload and rebound. Stopping power is supplied by a front single-disc brake and rear disc brake, governed by cornering-sensitive ABS Pro.
Electronics are integrated through Ride-by-Wire throttle management. The Sport edition features Riding Modes Pro, adding an aggressive Enduro Pro setting to the standard Rain and Road configurations. Traction and stability systems include Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Dynamic Engine Brake Control (MSR).
Rider instrumentation is handled by a 6.5-inch full-colour TFT display equipped with BMW Motorrad multi-controller integration and Bluetooth smartphone connectivity.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Engine Type | 420 cc, 2-Cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled |
| Bore x Stroke / Configuration | Parallel-twin, 4-valves per cylinder |
| Maximum Power | 48 hp (35 kW) @ 8,750 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 43 Nm @ 6,750 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed with Gear Shift Assistant Pro & Anti-hopping clutch |
| Top Speed | 165 km/h |
| Kerb / Unladen Weight | 178 kg |
| Seat Height | 845 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 litres (approx. 2.5-litre reserve) |
| Wheelbase | 1,465 mm |
| Front Wheel & Tyre | 100/90-R19 (Cast Aluminium) |
| Rear Wheel & Tyre | 130/80-R17 (Cast Aluminium) |
| Braking System | Single front disc, rear disc with ABS Pro |
| Riding Modes | Rain, Road, Enduro, and Enduro Pro (via Riding Modes Pro) |
| Display | 6.5-inch Colour TFT with BMW Motorrad Connectivity |
| Ex-Showroom Price (India) | INR 5,90,000 |
BMW Motorrad India retails the F 450 GS Sport with a standard three-year, unlimited-kilometre factory warranty, which can be extended to four or five years. A 24/7, 365-day roadside assistance package is included as standard. Financing packages through BMW India Financial Services feature monthly installment schemes starting at INR 9,999.
The BMW F 450 GS Sport is priced at INR 5,90,000 (ex-showroom, India).
It is powered by a 420 cc parallel-twin engine delivering 48 hp (35 kW) at 8,750 rpm and 43 Nm of torque at 6,750 rpm.
The Sport variant adds dedicated Racing Red paintwork, Sport Suspension, Gear Shift Assistant Pro (quickshifter), Riding Modes Pro with Enduro Pro mode, serrated off-road footrests, a clear Rallye windscreen, black hand protectors, and a plastic engine guard.
The motorcycle has a seat height of 845 mm and a usable fuel tank capacity of 14 litres, including an approximate 2.5-litre reserve.
The model rides on cast aluminium wheels with a 19-inch front rim (100/90-R19 tyre) and a 17-inch rear rim (130/80-R17 tyre).
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