BMW Motorrad India today launched the F 850 GS
Adventure, which was unveiled at EICMA 2018. Imported via the CBU route, the
motorcycle has been priced at INR 15.40 lakh (ex-showroom India). The new BMW F 850 GS Adventure is
available in one variant – Pro. Standard features include LED headlamp with LED
daytime riding light, LED turn indicators, engine skid-plate low double seat,
wide enduro footrests, cross-spoke wheels, tubeless tyres, cruise control,
adjustable shift and foot brake levers and centre stand.
The instrument console on the BMW F 850 GS Adventure
consists of an analogue tachometer and a multifunctional display. Buyers can
opt for the Connectivity feature that comes with a 6.5-inch full-colour TFT
display. Using the Connectivity feature, the rider can connect his smartphone
to the TFT display via Bluetooth and control the phone and media functions via
the BMW Motorrad multi-controller. BMW Motorrad Connected app also brings
navigation to the TFT display.
Engine specifications include an 853 cc parallel
twin-cylinder, water-cooled, 8-valve (4-valves per cylinder), DOHC motor that
makes 95 hp at 8,250 rpm and 86 Nm at 6,250 rpm. The top speed of the
motorcycle is rated at 197 km/h. The motor features crankshaft journal offset
of 90 degrees and a firing interval of 270/450 degrees for a unique sound.
The BMW F 850 GS Adventure features two riding modes
– Rain and Road – and Automatic Stability Control (ASC) as standard. Buyers can
also select optional riding modes – Dynamic and Enduro – along with Dynamic
Traction Control (DTC), banking capable (cornering) ABS Pro and Dynamic ESA.
