BMW R1250GS Adventure

History

A motorcycle manufactured in Berlin is one of the most sought after off-roading bikes in the world. BMW Motorrad which is a part of BMW group manufactures R125GS.

In September 2018, the firm confirmed R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT will have VVT(Variable Valve System).

The R1200GS First launched in 2004, attracted many who were interested in off-roading and then R1250GS in 2012 was BMW’s top-selling bike.

Looks & Design

By just looking at it you can say that it is a serious ATV. One of the widest off-roading touring bike I have ever see. But it looks stunning with that BMW touch. It has also got full HD screen info display which can show u from full bike details including pressure in tires to showing direction. The new BMW R1250GS now has the “Connectivity” feature as standard equipment, including a 6.5-inch full-colour TFT screen. In conjunction with the standard BMW Motorrad Multi-Controller, this means the rider can access vehicle & connectivity functions smoothly and quickly.

The side view is almost like an open shark mouth. Seat and handles adjusted properly for balancing it off-road. The chassis is and the colour combination gives it a fierce look and ready signal for rough off-roading.

BMW also made things easy to access details and move around the menu to change settings and bike behaviour. Even the seat height can be adjusted depending on the rider.

It is available in colours: Metallic matte, light white/Lupin blue metallic/racing red/Icing grey.

Specifications

Engine Displacement.:	1254 cc
No Of Cylinders:	2
Torque:	143 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Power:	136 PS @ 7750 rpm
Top Speed:	Over 200 Kmph
ABS:	Dual Channel
Head Lamp:	LED
Tachometer:	Digital
Tyre Make:	NA

Performance

Let’s talk about performance, starting with off-roading which is the main purpose of this bike. GS adventure has got all the tech and power it needs to do the job. One of the most capable bike I have ever seen, but you need to be good to do that. A person who is thinking of going off-road for the 1st time in this bike might think differently as she needs attention and control to keep the power in check.

The suspension setup is perfect and comfortable. In the hand of the right part, it can take you to roughly all the places where an off-road bike which is available in the market can take you with comfort. And once you disengage rear ABS you can also have some fun on loose surface with ease.

It has two driving modes as standard. The bike comes with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) and Hill-start control as standard. You get a Touring Package too with Dynamic ESA, keyless ride, cruise control, centre stand,  preparation for a navigation unit, case holders on both left and right sides. Lastly, the Dynamic Package comes with pro riding modes including ABS Pro, HSC Pro, DTC, and DBC support. The package also includes Gear Shift Assistant Pro, Daytime riding light and LED turn indicator.

When it comes to the road your bike won’t make you feel out of place, after all, it is a BMW which is specialized in the on-road bike so even an off-road adventure bike will give you confidence on road. You can easily adjust the suspension which is electronically adjustable depending on the road. Cornering even in this big heavy bike feels planted, it is not flickable as that of on-road bikes bike it does the job rather well.

This bike feels like it is 40% off-roader and 60% on road in hand of a normal average driving a person who knows how to off-roading, but things changes once it goes the hand of a professional it will reverse the roll. It has also got the BMW signature boxer engine which reduces the centre of gravity and vibration. And depending on the road you can choose the type of power delivery.

Price: Rs. 18.25 lakh – Rs. 21.95 lakh

Final verdict

In the end, this bike is here for the people who want to travel to long distance in comfort. It can be just across the city or to join just across a mountain or to go around the world.

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