BMW F900GS
The BMW F900GS is a middleweight dual-sport motorcycle produced by BMW Motorrad since 2024. It succeeds the BMW F850GS and represents a major redesign of BMW's parallel-twin adventure platform, featuring a larger 895 cc engine, reduced weight, and upgraded electronics. The model was officially unveiled in September 2023 ahead of its public debut at EICMA 2023 in Milan.
Design and development
The F900GS continues BMW's tradition of GS adventure motorcycles, aiming to combine light off-road handling with long-distance touring capability. Compared to its predecessor, it is lighter and uses a revised steel frame with a narrower rear subframe made of aluminium. The new 895 cc engine, shared with the BMW F900R and BMW F900XR, produces and of torque, giving it stronger mid-range performance.The motorcycle features a new plastic-fuel tank holding, relocated forward for improved mass centralisation. Suspension travel is 230 mm at the front and 215 mm at the rear, using upgraded components derived from BMW's off-road competition models.
Technology
The F900GS is equipped with a suite of modern electronics, including:- ABS Pro with lean-sensitive cornering function
- Dynamic Traction Control
- Riding modes: “Rain”, “Road”, and “Enduro Pro”
- Optional Dynamic ESA
- 6.5-inch TFT display with integrated connectivity
- Optional quickshifter
Chassis and equipment
The front suspension consists of a fully adjustable 43 mm upside-down fork, while the rear aluminium swingarm uses a gas-charged monoshock. The wheel combination emphasises off-road performance. The motorcycle is fitted with aluminium footrests, lightweight handguards, and a slimmer tail section.A “Rallye” trim level adds longer suspension travel, a higher seat, sport exhaust, and enduro-style graphics.
Variants
The F900GS is offered alongside the more touring-oriented BMW F900GS Adventure, which includes a larger fuel tank, reinforced subframe, taller windscreen, and enhanced luggage options.For riders seeking a lower seat height and lighter handling, BMW also introduced the updated BMW F800GS using a detuned 895 cc engine producing.
Performance
The F900GS reaches a top speed of approximately and returns an average fuel consumption of.BMW claims a wet weight of, significantly improving manoeuvrability over the outgoing F850GS.