BMW Motorrad recently launched the BMW F 450 GS in the country. This is one of the most awaited motorcycle launches in the country. Starting at Rs 4.7 lakh (ex-sh, introductory), the BMW F 450 GS has emerged as an enthusiast choice for ADV fanatics and motorcyclists.
This is the base ‘Base’ variant which starts at Rs 4.7 lakh, while the mid-spec Exclusive variant costs Rs 4.9 lakh and the top-spec GS Trophy variant costs Rs 5.3 lakh (all prices ex-sh, introductory). Right in the middle, we have the Exclusive variant and in this post, we will cover all the specs and features that come with it to see if it is what you need.
BMW F 450 GS Exclusive Mid Spec Variant
At the national media ride event held in hot and sunny Goa, we experienced only the top spec GS Trophy edition. It comes as standard with ERC (Easy Ride Clutch) which will likely divide opinion among motorcycling purists. Hence, the mid spec Exclusive trim emerges as the best equipped option without ERC.
We wished there was a GS Trophy Edition without ERC or a Special Edition with adjustable suspension, but sadly there is not. Adjustable suspension is exclusive to the GS Trophy variant. While paying Rs 20,000 over the base ‘Base’ variant, the Exclusive variant comes with a host of features and kit.
For starters, it gets a tall and transparent windshield, knuckle guards, a plastic belly pan (engine protector) and off-road type foot pegs. While these are the external elements with the exclusive variant that are visible to the naked eye, this mid spec variant comes with another feature under the skin, which is a quickshifter.
What else do you get from this?
Other notable features that come with the BMW F 450 GS Exclusive variant include a full LED headlight setup with
All variants get the same 6.5-inch TFT instrument cluster with crisp resolution and a bright screen. It is compatible with the BMW Motorrad Connected app and even supports music controls, navigation and helmet integration. All variants get the same switchgear with sleek dials and tactile buttons. Even adjustable levers and heated grips are offered as standard.
The same 420cc parallel twin liquid cooled engine powers all three variants and this engine is rated at 48 bhp and 43 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Right now, the BMW F 450 GS has no immediate multi-cylinder rival, but it will soon face competition from the Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 and the Aprilia Touareg 457.
