BMW Motorrad launched the all-new F 450 GS in India just last week. Available in three different trims, and with a starting ex-showroom price of Rs 4.70 lakh, this adventure tourer has generated immense interest among enthusiasts. The company has now released the first official TV commercial (TVC) of the F 450 GS, on its YouTube channel.
This film is almost two minutes long and has some breathtaking visuals and action involving the ADV motorcycle. It starts by showing the female protagonist receiving a text message on her phone. Soon after this, she suits up and takes the bike- an F 450 GS finished in Red, for a spin. Initially, she is seen riding on smooth roads. This ad film tries its best to showcase the duality in the bike’s character. She rides along city roads and highways to finally reach a beach, where a guy is waiting for her with his Blue F450 GS.
From there, the two ride together. In fact, the guy is seen chasing the female protagonist. The motorcycles are seen moving effortlessly fast through highways, twisty sections and finally entering a muddy patch. From there, we see the off-roading abilities of this motorcycle. Both the riders are seen standing and riding these bikes, on slippery off-road patches. The Blue bike, essentially the trophy variant, then takes a detour into wilder, trickier terrain.
The video then shows the Blue GS being ridden through a bunch of obstacles including stairs and loose gravel. It is even seen performing an insane jump and other stunts. The two riders soon reach their destination, spend some time clicking pictures and ride back home. This TVC has showcased the essence of the F 450 GS in the way it deserves to be showcased.
The F 450 GS is available in three trims- Base, Exclusive and Trophy. The range starts at Rs 4.70 lakh and goes up to Rs 5.30 lakh for the range-topping variant, both ex-showroom. The GS family is famous for its off-roading and adventure touring abilities and the F 450 GS has become the entry point to it, replacing the G310 GS. It is made at the TVS plant in Hosur.
There is immense interest around the product and its competitive positioning has only made it even more popular. According to latest reports, this motorcycle already commands a waiting period of 4-5 months. Deliveries are scheduled to start in June this year. However, due to the spiking demand, the same may be pushed to around September in some cities.
The production-spec BMW F450 GS, revealed at EICMA 2025, stays close to the concept showcased at EICMA 2024, with its styling. It gets BMW’s signature GS design- comes with a front beak, sculpted 14-litre fuel tank, X-shaped LED DRLs and a tall windscreen. It rides on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels, making the road-bias clear.
The BMW F450 GS is built on an all-new platform co-developed by BMW Motorrad and TVS Motor Company. It is a complete departure from the older 310cc architecture. At 178 kilograms, the F450 GS is relatively lightweight for its segment. It, however, has a seat height of 845 mm.
The suspension setup includes 43 mm upside-down front forks and a rear monoshock, both offering 180 mm of travel. Higher variants feature fully adjustable suspension setups. BMW has equipped this motorcycle with a comprehensive electronics package, riding modes, dynamic traction control, 6-axis IMU, cornering ABS and other rider aids. It also comes with a 6.5-inch TFT display shared with larger GS models. It offers smartphone connectivity and inbuilt navigation.
The braking department consists of a 310 mm front disc with a Brembo four-piston caliper and a 240 mm rear disc. Strong stopping performance.
The biggest reason to buy this motorcycle is its all-new engine. It is powered by a new 450cc parallel-twin engine making 48 hp and 45 Nm, paired with a six-speed transmission. This unit is claimed to have a smoother power delivery, better refinement and better high-speed cruising ability.
Higher variants come with BMW’s Easy Ride Clutch (ERC) system. This semi-automatic mechanical clutch technology automatically engages/disengages the clutch for optimal gearshifts. In effect, the rider just has to shift gears and not worry about the clutch at all. The bike also gets quickshifters for seamless shifting.
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