Concept F 450 GS
Concept adventure motorcycle by BMW Motorrad
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The BMW Concept F 450 GS is a prototype dual-sport motorcycle developed by BMW Motorrad. It was unveiled in November 2024 at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, Italy, previewing the production F 450 GS that followed one year later.[1]
| Manufacturer | BMW Motorrad |
|---|---|
| Production | Concept model only (2024) |
| Predecessor | BMW G450X |
| Successor | BMW F450GS |
| Class | Dual-sport / Adventure motorcycle |
| Engine | 420 cc (26 cu in) liquid-cooled parallel-twin |
| Power | 35 kW (47 hp) (claimed) |
| Torque | 43 N⋅m (32 lb⋅ft) (claimed) |
| Frame type | Steel bridge frame (prototype) |
| Suspension | Front: inverted telescopic fork Rear: monoshock |
| Brakes | Front and rear disc |
| Tires | Front: 90/90-21 Rear: 140/80-17 |
| Seat height | 860 mm (33.9 in) (estimated) |
| Weight | 175 kg (386 lb) (target) (dry) |
| Related | BMW F450GS · BMW F750GS |
Overview
The Concept F 450 GS represented BMW’s return to the small-displacement adventure segment below 500 cc. It introduced a new 420 cc parallel-twin engine rated for 35 kW (47 hp), making it suitable for the European A2 licence category.[1]
The concept was shown with a minimalist steel bridge frame, long-travel suspension, 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels, and styling inspired by the larger R 1300 GS and F 800 GS.
Design
The prototype featured LED lighting with a distinctive “X”-shaped daytime running light, a TFT display, and a focus on lightweight construction, with BMW quoting a target dry weight of 175 kg (386 lb).[1] Its bright yellow and grey paintwork reflected BMW’s current GS design language.
Development
BMW stated that the concept closely previewed a forthcoming production model aimed at new riders and emerging markets. The production version, unveiled in November 2025 as the BMW F450GS, retained the twin-cylinder engine, chassis layout, and styling cues from the concept, adding rider-assistance systems such as ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake Control.[2]