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| Manufacturer | BMW Motorrad |
|---|---|
| Production | 2018–present |
| Predecessor | BMW F800GS |
| Class | Dual-sport /Adventure touring motorcycle |
| Engine | 853 ccparallel-twin,DOHC, 8-valve,liquid-cooled |
| Bore /stroke | 84 mm × 77 mm |
| Compression ratio | 12.7:1 |
| Power | 70 kW (94 hp) @ 8,250 rpm |
| Torque | 92 N⋅m (68 lb⋅ft) @ 6,250 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speedmanual with chain final drive |
| Frame type | Steel bridge frame, engine as stressed member |
| Suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork (front); aluminium swingarm with central monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping |
| Wheelbase | 1,593 mm (62.7 in) |
| Seat height | 860 mm (34 in) (standard) |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L (4.0 US gal) |
| Related | BMW F450GS ,BMW F750GS andBMW F900GS |
TheBMW F850GS is adual-sport motorcycle produced byBMW Motorrad since 2018. It succeeded the earlierBMW F800GS as part of a new generation of middleweight GS models powered by an all-new 853 cc parallel-twin engine. The model was designed to combine long-distance touring comfort with enhanced off-road performance.[1]
Unveiled atEICMA 2017 in Milan, the F850GS introduced a completely redesigned powertrain and chassis platform for BMW’s middleweight adventure lineup. The 853 cc parallel-twin engine, built byLoncin in China under BMW supervision, uses a 270° crankshaft for a distinctive exhaust note and improved traction characteristics.[2]
The steel bridge-type frame replaces the tubular trellis frame used on the F800GS and integrates the engine as a stressed member. Fuel capacity remains 15 L (4.0 US gal), with the tank moved to a conventional forward position rather than under the seat to improve mass centralisation.
The F850GS engine produces 70 kW (94 hp) at 8,250 rpm and 92 N⋅m (68 lb⋅ft) at 6,250 rpm, offering a blend of torque and tractability suited to mixed terrain. The six-speed gearbox drives the rear wheel via chain, replacing the belt drive used in earlier F-series road models.
The motorcycle features a 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel combination for off-road capability, with long-travel suspension (230 mm front, 215 mm rear). A slipper clutch and optional quickshifter (“Gear Shift Assist Pro”) are also available.
The F850GS is equipped with modern electronic rider aids, including:
These systems integrate with BMW’s modular electronics platform, shared with the R-series and S-series motorcycles.
Standard equipment includes LED headlight, adjustable windscreen, and aluminium engine guards. Optional packages add:
A special “Adventure” version, theBMW F850GS Adventure, was introduced in 2019 with an enlarged 23 L (6.1 US gal) fuel tank, longer suspension travel, crash protection bars, and reinforced subframe for extended touring.
The F850GS reaches a top speed of approximately 200 km/h (120 mph) and achieves a combined fuel consumption of around 4.1 L/100 km (69 mpg‑imp). Its on-road refinement, linear power delivery, and balance between comfort and off-road agility have been widely praised by reviewers.[3]
Motorcycle journalists have described the F850GS as a “true middleweight adventure” machine offering the comfort and features of larger adventure tourers in a lighter, more manageable package. Its electronic systems, TFT interface, and ergonomics were highlighted as major improvements over the F800GS.
The engine is manufactured byLoncin Motorcycle Co., Ltd. in Chongqing, China, under BMW quality control standards. Final assembly takes place at BMW Motorrad’s Spandau plant inBerlin, Germany.