BMW F 850 GS 2018 vs. BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

The BMW F 850 GS 2018 and the BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have an inline engine with a bore of 84 mm and a stroke of 77 mm, producing a power of 95 HP and a torque of 92 Nm. They have an electric start and a chain transmission. The displacement of both motorcycles is 853 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have a telescopic fork at the front with a diameter of 43 mm. However, the F 850 GS Adventure has a longer travel of 230 mm compared to the 204 mm of the F 850 GS. At the rear, both motorcycles have a swingarm suspension with a monoshock, but the F 850 GS Adventure has a slightly shorter travel of 215 mm compared to the 219 mm of the F 850 GS. Both motorcycles have pre-load and recovery adjustment for the suspension.

The chassis of both motorcycles is made of steel and has a tubular frame with the engine acting as a load-bearing component. They both have a rake of 62 degrees and a trail of 126 mm for the F 850 GS and 124.6 mm for the F 850 GS Adventure.

BMW F 850 GS 2018

In terms of braking, both motorcycles have dual disc brakes at the front. The F 850 GS Adventure has additional advanced driver assistance systems such as ABS, traction control, riding modes, and ride-by-wire throttle.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The width of the rear tire is 150 mm. They have a wheelbase of 1593 mm. The seat height of the F 850 GS is 860 mm, while the F 850 GS Adventure has a slightly higher seat height of 875 mm. The curb weight of the F 850 GS with ABS is 229 kg, while the F 850 GS Adventure weighs 244 kg with ABS. The F 850 GS has a fuel tank capacity of 15 liters, while the F 850 GS Adventure has a larger fuel tank capacity of 23 liters.

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

In terms of strengths, the F 850 GS 2018 has a superior engine, adequate braking system, very good seating position, easy handling, wide range of accessories, riding modes, traction control, and off-road capability. On the other hand, the F 850 GS Adventure 2019 has a smooth and silky engine, top-notch ergonomics and comfort, suitability for touring, off-road capability, and technical maturity.

However, the F 850 GS 2018 has some weaknesses such as a low disc and could have better sound. The F 850 GS Adventure 2019 has a high price with additional equipment, a less exciting engine, non-adjustable fork, and a considerably higher weight.

Overall, both motorcycles have their strengths and weaknesses, and it ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and intended use to determine which model is more suitable.