BMW F 450 GS India Launch Date Revealed

• Will be launched in India on 23 April, 2026
• Powered by a 420cc, parallel-twin motor
• Will be manufactured in India by TVS

BMW Motorrad has teased the launch of the much-anticipated F 450 GS on its social media handles, hinting at an India debut on 23 April, 2026.

The F 450 GS marks a significant step forward for BMW in the entry-level ADV space, as it will replace the now-discontinued BMW G 310 GS in India. While the motorcycle has been designed and developed by BMW Motorrad in Germany, it will be exclusively manufactured in India by TVS Motor Company at its Hosur facility.

Powering the new BMW F 450 GS is a 420cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine that produces 48bhp at 8,750rpm and 43Nm of peak torque at 6,750rpm. The motor is paired with a six-speed gearbox and comes equipped with a slipper clutch and a bi-directional quickshifter as standard.

In terms of design, the baby GS takes inspiration from the flagship BMW R 1300 GS, carrying forward the brand’s signature ADV styling in a more compact and accessible form factor. On the hardware front, the F 450 GS is expected to feature long-travel suspension with USD front forks and a monoshock at the rear. It will offer adjustability to tune it for on-road as well as off-road riding conditions. The bike will ride on a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel setup, wrapped in dual-purpose tyres.

BMW is also expected to offer the F 450 GS in four variants – Basic, Exclusive, Sport, and GS Trophy, with the latter being a more off-road-focused trim with additional equipment such as tubeless wire-spoke wheels, different tyres, and enhanced electronic aids.

The F 450 GS will be positioned as a premium offering in the sub-500cc ADV segment, and is expected to be priced upwards of Rs. 5 lakh (ex-showroom). Once launched, it will go up against rivals like the KTM 390 Adventure and the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, both of which are well-established bikes in the category.