BMW R1300GS explained

BMW R1300GS
Manufacturer:BMW
Production:2023-
Predecessor:BMW R1250GS
Class:Adventure touring
Engine:1300.6cc liquid cooled boxer twin with variable valve timing (VVT)
Compression:13.3:1
Top Speed:over 120mph
Power: @ 7,750 rpm
Torque: @ 6,500 rpm
Transmission:6-speed, shaft drive
Suspension:Front: Evo Telelever
Rear: Evo Telelever
Optional electronic adjustment
Brakes:Front:
  • Twin floating 305 mm discs, 4-piston radial calipers

Rear:

  • Single 276 mm disc, double piston floating caliper ABS
Tires:Front:
  • 120/70 R 19

Rear:

  • 170/60 R 17
Wet Weight:237kg (522lb)
Fuel Capacity:19L

The BMW R1300GS is an adventure touring motorcycle announced for the 2024 model year by BMW Motorrad, following the BMW R1250GS.[1] The engine and transmission were redesigned, as was the frame, eliminating the full trellis frame of the earlier model. Both changes contributed to a weight of, down from the previous model. It also eliminated the asymmetrical headlights in earlier generations of the GS series.[2]

Further reading

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2024 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Bike Announced. Justin Dawes. Cycle World. September 28, 2023.
  2. Web site: Motorcycle.com. MSN. 2024 BMW R 1300 GS First Look. Dennis Chung. September 28, 2023.