2026 BMW F 450 GS adventure bike launched in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: BMW Motorrad has launched the all-new BMW F 450 GS in the Malaysian market, bringing the legendary GS adventure motorcycle experience to local riders in a lighter, more accessible package. 

First previewed as a concept at the EICMA international motorcycle show in 2024, the production-ready BMW F 450 GS offers a perfect balance of everyday usability, touring comfort, and off-road capability without the weight and complexity of larger-displacement machines.

2026 BMW F 450 GS price

The 2026 BMW F 450 GS Trophy is available exclusively in the GS Trophy Racing blue metallic colour in Malaysia, priced at RM 40,000 (on the road, without insurance).

2026 BMW F 450 GS: Engine and transmission

At the core of the new BMW motorcycle lies a 420 cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine that kicks out a maximum power of 48 hp at 8,750 rpm and a peak torque of 43 Nm at 6,750 rpm. It comes mated to a six-speed gearbox, enabling the bike to hit the century sprint in 5.9 seconds and achieve a top speed of 165 kmph.

One of the special technical highlights of the new F 450 GS is the innovative Easy Ride Clutch system that reduces or eliminates the need to manually operate the clutch lever in most riding situations. This system works in tandem with the BMW Shift Assistant Pro and allows clutchless upshifts and downshifts. 

2026 BMW F 450 GS: Design and features

Based on a steel frame, the bike features BMW’s latest GS design language, featuring a GS-typical "beak" at the front mated to an LED headlight with "X" daytime riding light, a slim rear section and a lightweight aluminium swingarm. It comes equipped with a two-part seat as standard, supported by a footrest system with removable rubber grips. 

While primarily designed for on-road use, the new BMW F 450 GS can handle off-road tracks as well, thanks to -

• Off-road footpegs with a tinted Rallye windshield.
• Height-adjustable footbrake lever, which can be tool-adjusted as per on- and off-road riding needs
• Height-adjustable gearshift lever via a toothed mechanism on the shift shaft

The feature kit includes -

• 6.5-inch TFT display
• USB-C socket
• 43-mm upside-down front fork
• Adjustable sports suspension
• 310-mm front disc paired with a Brembo four-piston caliper
• 240-mm rear disc brake
• 19-inch front and 17-inch rear cast-aluminium wheels shod with dual-purpose tubeless tyres
• 14-litre fuel tank
• ABS Pro
• Shift Assistant Pro 
• Dynamic Traction Control
• Engine drag torque control 
• Four riding modes - Rain, Road, Enduro and Enduro Pro 

Upon launching the new model, Benjamin Nagel, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia, said: "The GS legacy has always been about freedom — the freedom to explore, to adapt, and to push boundaries wherever the road or trail may lead. With the New BMW F 450 GS, we are bringing that same philosophy to a broader audience of riders in Malaysia. This is not a scaled-down model, but a purpose-built machine that embodies everything GS stands for — agility, versatility, and pure riding pleasure — in a package that feels intuitive from the first moment you twist the throttle. Whether navigating city traffic, carving through mountain roads, or tackling off-road terrain, the New BMW F 450 GS delivers the confidence and capability that define the GS name."

He added, “The New BMW F 450 GS answers the demand for machines that are lighter, more manageable, yet uncompromising in quality and technology. It is a bike that rewards spirited riding, handles like an extension of the rider's instincts, and remains composed no matter where the journey takes you. For riders who value substance over size, this is the ultimate GS experience.”

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