BMW Motorrad has launched the R 1300 GS, its latest flagship adventure motorcycle, in India. The asking price starts from Rs. 20,95,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
The R 1300 GS models vary in terms of colours and equipment. You can purchase this bike Light White, GS Trophy, Option GS Tramantuna and Triple Black. However, the overall design, engine and majority of the setup remains the same.
The R 1300 GS is powered by a completely new 1,300 cc liquid-cooled boxer engine. It produces 145 PS at 7,750 rpm and 149 Nm at 6,500 rpm and is mated to a six-speed gearbox that uses a shaft drive system.
Naturally, a full-size adventure bike needs a good set of electronics. The R 1300 GS therefore comes with a TFT display to switch between different driver aids as well as use the smartphone connectivity function. Speaking of driver aids, there's ABS, traction control, four driving modes (Eco, Rain, Road, Enduro), hill start control, brake control, cruise control and tyre pressure monitoring. Other features including keyless driving, heated grips and a cargo hatch are also available.
At Rs. 20.95 lakh, the BMW R 1300 GS costs just Rs. 40,000 more than the R 1250 GS. It competes with the Honda Africa Twin and the Ducati Multistrada V4. Reservations for the R 1300 GS are open and deliveries will commence later this month.
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