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2019 BMW R 1250 GS, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, BMW F 850 GS Adventure Launched

The 2019 BMW R 1250 GS, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, BMW F 850 GS Adventure were launched tonight.
They were launch at the BMW Motorrad Night Fuel Kuala Lumpur lifestyle event.
The R 1250 GS line-up features the new 1254cc Boxer with ShiftCam Technology.

BMW Motorrad Malaysia launched the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, BMW F 850 GS Adventure here tonight at the BMW Motorrad Malaysia Night Fuel Kuala Lumpur lifestyle event.

All three models are eagerly awaited by BMW and adventure fans, more so since they have been upgraded for more performance from the engine and chassis.

2019 BMW F 850 GS Adventure (GSA) – From 88,500

The F 850 GS Adventure (GSA) expands the F 850 GS’s already impressive touring and adventure capabilities. Owners can expect greater range and off-road riding capability.

Highlights:

853cc, 8-valve, DOHC, parallel-Twin.
The crankshaft is revised to feature a 90^ospacing to mimic a 90^oV-Twin, instead of the 360^ocrank in the F 800 GS.
The new 270^o/450^oignition timing provides smoother torque and less vibration.
The new engine delivers 95 hp @ 8,250 RPM and 92 Nm of torque at 6,250 RPM.
Power is transferred to the transmission through a slipper clutch.
The instrument cluster consists of a 6.5-inch TFT screen.
There are two power/ride modes: ROAD and RAIN.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Automatic Stability Control (ASC) are standard.
Front forks are upsided-down with 230 mm travel.
Rear shock is adjustable for preload and rebound and has 215 mm travel.
Front wheel is 21-inches, rear is 17-inches.
Engine guard is standard.
As with BMW’s Adventure variants, fuel is expanded to 23 litres.
With an optimum fuel consumption of 4.1 litres/100km, the bike has a 500-km touring range.

2019 BMW R 1250 GS – From RM 116,500

Development of the BMW R 1250 GS was eagerly followed the world over, especially when it was revealed that it will feature a new, larger engine with variable valve timing. Indeed, the ShiftCam Technology boosts the new engine’s performance while retaining fuel economy and the classic BMW Boxer character.

Highlights:

1254cc, 8-valve, DOHC, horizontally-opposed-Twin (Boxer) with BMW ShiftCam Technology.
The new engine produces 136 hp at 7,750 RPM and 143 Nm of torque at 6,250 RPM.
There are now two knock sensors allowing use of fuel less than RON 95.
The instrument cluster consists of a 6.5-inch TFT screen.
There are two power/ride modes: ROAD and RAIN.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Automatic Stability Control (ASC) are standard.
Also, standard is Hill Start Control.
Suspension is via Dynamic ESA “Next Generation” with fully-automatic load compensation.
Optional Riding Modes Pro includes Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), ABS Pro, Hill Start Control Pro, and Dynamic Brake Assistant (DBC).

2019 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure – From RM 125,500

In addition to the R 1250 GS’s specifications, the R 1250 GS Adventure includes model specific features for longer range and adventure riding.

Highlights:

Longer travel suspension – 210 mm front and 220 mm rear vs. 190 mm/200 mm on the GS.
30-litre usable fuel capacity vs. 20 litres on the GS.
268 kg ready to ride weight vs. the GS’s 249 kg.
Priced from RM 125,500 and from RM 127,500 for the Style HP colour scheme.

2019 BMW F 850 GS Adventure Launched in India (approx. RM 91,318.15)

The new 2019 BMW G 850 GS Adventure was launched in India at a price of INR 15.40 Lakh, equivalent to RM 91,318.15
The GSA features more adventure options such as a larger fuel tank, among others.
It should be launched in Malaysia soon.

The new 2019 BMW F 850 GS Adventure was launched in India yesterday at a price of INR 15.40 Lakh, equivalent to RM 91,318.15.

BMW had built the new F 850 GS series with more refinements in terms of styling, engine performance, comfort, chassis dynamics and electronics over its F 800 GS predecessor. The same updates are brought over to the Adventure version, called the F 850 GS Adventure or just F 850 GSA.

Setting it apart from the F 850 GS, the F 850 GS Adventure (or just GSA) carries features for more serious adventure and off-road riding. First and foremost is the “extended” fuel tank which has a 23-liter capacity compared to the 15-liter tank on the GS. Other features are crash protection bars, aluminium engine bash plate and Comfort Seat as standard. The GSA also features the new TFT screen of the GS.

The additions add 15 kg to the GS’s weight to a total of 244 kg.

The engine is the same 853cc, parallel-Twin with 270^ocrankshaft, which produces 95 hp at 8,250 RPM and 92 Nm of torque at 6,250 The 270^ocrank mimics the firing order of a 90^oV-Twin for a better spread of power and torque throughout the rev range. It has lesser vibration that the previous 360o-crank engine in the F 800 GS, too.

The 2019 BMW F 850 GS Adventure ought to arrive in Malaysia soon, so stay tuned.

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 Diperkenalkan Di EICMA 2018

Model BMW F 850 GS Adventure telah pun dilancarkan di EICMA 2018.
Ianya memiliki spesifikasi yang sama seperti model standard, tetapi dengan tangki bahanapi 23 liter.
Motosikal F 850 GSA ini lebih ke arah penunggangan off-road.

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2019 BMW F 850 GS Adventure Revealed at EICMA 2018

The 2019 BMW F 850 GS Adventure has been launched at EICMA 2018.
It has the same specs as the standard model except for its 23-litre fuel tank.
The F 850 GSA is geared towards off-road riding.

The 2019 BMW F 850 GS Adventure made its debut at EICMA 2018 as expected.

Its introduction is hot on the heels of the F 850 GS. BMW Motorrad now have four adventure motorcycles on offer.

The F 850 GS Adventure or just “F 850 GSA,” is the German brand’s assault on the middleweight adventure segment and takes off-road capability to a higher level.

Its engine is the same 853cc, parallel-Twin which also powers its F 850 GS sibling. It produces 95 bhp and 92 NM of torque. However, the GSA’s weight made a jump to 244kg wet and ready to ride. Much of that gain results from the 23-litre fuel tank.

Most riders would probably not complain as the fuel capacity allows for a range of 550km.

The GSA has a larger touring windscreen, adjustable gear shifter and brake lever.

Electronics include ABS and stability control as standard. Standard riding modes are “Road” and “Rain.” Customers may opt for the Riding Modes Pro option which adds “Dynamic,” “Enduro,” and “Enduro Pro” besides dynamic brake light and Dynamic Traction Control. BMW Motorrad also offers electronic suspension. LED headlight is standard.

The 2019 BMW F 850 GS Adventure will be equipped with the 6.5” TFT instrument display.

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