Although BMW has not yet released the name, displacement, or exact specifications of its new naked bike, international publications suggest that the model may be named F 450 R, although this nomenclature has not been confirmed by the manufacturer.
The available image shows a motorcycle with sporty characteristics, without fairings, featuring a voluminous fuel tank, raised rear end, and a compact front section. It is possible to notice the use of inverted forks and alloy wheels, which appear to be 17 inches on both ends, in addition to disc brakes both front and rear. With this setup, it is evident that the new model will include ABS brakes on both wheels.
The front part of the bike closely resembles that of the F 450 GS, and it is expected that the headlights will be full LED type. Another notable detail is the possibility of an exhaust system positioned under the engine, which would contribute to a cleaner side profile. However, BMW itself warned that the promotional material was processed with artificial intelligence, meaning some visual elements may not reflect the final model.
The strongest hypothesis suggests that this naked bike will use the mechanical package of the F 450 GS. This engine is a 420 cc parallel twin equipped with liquid cooling and a six-speed transmission. In the adventure version, it generates 48 hp at 8,750 rpm and a torque of 4.38 kgf·m at 6,750 rpm.
This power positions the motorcycle at the limit of the A2 category of the European driving license, which imposes power restrictions according to the rider's level. There are reports that BMW could adapt the engine calibration for urban use, but this information has not been officialized. A change in the power map is possible due to the distinct riding proposals between the models.
If the naked bike is derived from the GS, the most significant modifications should occur in the riding dynamics. While the F 450 GS uses a 19-inch front wheel designed for mixed use, the transition to 17-inch wheels and road-focused tires would be the logical path for a purely asphalt-oriented bike. Furthermore, it is expected that the suspension may have a reduced travel, although this is only an expectation based on the change in concept, not confirmed data.
BMW has not yet announced the price of this new naked bike, but the brand's line offers references. In Portugal, the F 450 GS starts at € 7,200 (approximately R$ 42 thousand in direct conversion). In the F 900 family, the naked costs considerably less than the adventure model: the F 900 R starts at € 9,665 (R$ 56 thousand), and the F 900 GS starts at € 14,050 (R$ 82 thousand), representing a difference of about 31%. If this same proportion is applied to the 450 line, the new naked bike would be close to € 5,000, which is equivalent to about R$ 29.4 thousand.
However, since prices are not converted directly and arrive in Brazil with higher costs, it is certain that the model will not have a value lower than R$ 38,990, considering that the G 310 GS has this initial price in the country. The safest estimate is between R$ 40 thousand and R$ 50 thousand.
The prototype of this new model was presented at EICMA 2024 and is scheduled to reach the market in the first half of 2026, starting with India. The F 450 GS was developed in collaboration with TVS Motor Company and is manufactured at the Hosur plant in Asia. The engine has a crankshaft with 135° phased pins, focused on smoothness, and has an average consumption of 26.3 km/l. The chassis is new, built with a steel tubular frame, and features KYB suspensions, Brembo brakes, and 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels.
The listed equipment includes riding modes, traction control, which aims to reduce rear wheel slip, ABS Pro, which also works during cornering braking, and a 6.5-inch TFT panel with connectivity capability. Depending on the version, the bike may come equipped with quickshifter and automated ERC clutch.
The F 450 GS is positioned below the F 800 GS and F 900 GS models and is expected to replace the G 310 GS, whose platform is in the discontinuation phase. It is expected to offer the true off-road vocation that the 310 never fully delivered.
In Brazil, BMW confirmed the arrival of the F 450 GS during the Interlagos Festival, held in August. Production will be carried out at the Manaus (AM) factory, which will complete 10 years in 2026. The brand informed that the unit exhibited at the event was the first to arrive in the national territory. However, the model is still undergoing validation tests and adjustments to meet the conditions and preferences of the Brazilian market. Price and launch date have not yet been disclosed.