BMW R 1300 GS

The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS has been launched in India at a fantastic introductory price of Rs 20.95 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), just Rs 40,000 more than the outgoing R 1250 GS.

The new R 1300 GS has a sleeker, more aggressive design. It is now equipped with an X-shaped LED matrix headlight instead of the BMW signature asymmetrical headlight. 

BMW R 1300 GS Price:

Launched at an introductory price of Rs 20,95,000 (ex-showroom Delhi). The adventure bike is available in five variants: Light White, GS Trophy, Triple Black 1, Triple Black 2, and Option 719 Tramuntana.

BMW R 1300 GS Engine:

Powered by a new 1300cc, liquid-cooled, flat-twin engine, it produces 145PS at 7750rpm and 149Nm at 6500rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and a slip-and-assist clutch. The R 1300 GS claims a top speed of over 200kmph.

BMW R 1300 GS Key Features:

The bike comes with all-LED lighting, a TFT instrument console with smartphone connectivity, and has four riding modes: Eco, Rain, Road, and Enduro. It also includes traction control, cruise control, hill-hold assist, heated grips, and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), along with key fob for keyless operation. The ADV has a 19-litre fuel tank, which is 1 litre less than its predecessor.

BMW R 1300 GS Suspension, Brakes & Other Details:

Built on an all-new metal sheet main frame and die-cast aluminium sub-frame, the R 1250 GS comes with an EVO-Telelever front suspension (190mm travel) and an EVO-Paralever rear suspension (200mm travel). It has 310mm twin discs at the front and a 285mm single rear disc with dual-channel cornering ABS. The adventure bike rides on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear spoke wheels with tubeless tyres and has an 850mm seat height.

BMW R 1300 GS Rivals:

The BMW R 1300 GS competes with the Triumph Tiger 1200 (Rs 1.76 lakh cheaper), Ducati Multistrada V4 (Rs 53,000 more expensive), and Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special (Rs 3.69 lakh more expensive).