BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026 vs. BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026

BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

Overview - BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026 vs BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026

BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

Technical Specifications BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026 compared to BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026

BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026

BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	106.5 mm	Bore	86 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	77 mm
Engine power	Engine power	145 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	149 Nm	Torque	93 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.3	Compression Ratio	13.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	52 mm	Throttle Bore	48 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping, Clutch systems	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid-air	Cooling	liquid
Can be restricted for A2 licence	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes
Displacement	Displacement	1,300 ccm	Displacement	895 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	190 mm	Travel	230 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Paralever	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	215 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	63.8 degree	Rake	62 degree
Trail	Trail	118.8 mm	Trail	124.6 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	305 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	285 mm	Diameter	265 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Modern electronics, Comfort	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Modern electronics

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,280 mm	Length	2,300 mm
Width	Width	1,012 mm	Width	939 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,534 mm	Wheelbase	1,593 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	870 mm	Seat Height	875 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	269 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	246 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Stationary noise over 95dB	Stationary noise over 95dB		Stationary noise over 95dB

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Lighting	Equipment	Heated grips, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable, Modern electronics, Comfort, Lighting, Windshield

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026

The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure remains an impressive adventure bike, offering a powerful engine, a high level of comfort and superb dynamics. It stands out thanks to its agile handling, high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and first-class ergonomics. Despite its polarising design, it is the obvious choice for experienced riders who value comfort and performance on long touring trips.

Agile boxer transmission

remarkably neutral handling

excellent ergonomics for long journeys

long range

high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems allow for very dynamic manoeuvres

excellent features

excellent control layout

superb seat

very smooth steering response

impressive stability at high speeds

confident power even in challenging conditions

Heavy – difficult to lift off the stand

somewhat limited braking feel on very poor road surfaces

traction control and combined ABS reach their limits in extreme conditions

very high seating position is challenging for shorter riders

styling is even more polarising than on earlier models

BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

The small Adventure looks really big even next to an R 1300 GS. The bike offers a high level of riding comfort combined with accessible handling. However, due to the huge tank and the ponderous front end, it loses a significant advantage of the F 900 GS - it is not a lighter-footed alternative to a large Adventure.

Practical features

high range

pleasantly controllable engine

great electronics package

great riding comfort

pleasant ergonomics

easy handling

Off-road and when manoeuvring, the bike feels tiring and heavy

the bike looks cumbersome and clumsy

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs BMW F 900 GS Adventure

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BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026 vs. BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

Overview - BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026 vs BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

Technical Specifications BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026 compared to BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2026

BMW F 900 GS Adventure 2026

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs BMW F 900 GS Adventure

Price BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

Price BMW F 900 GS Adventure

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