2026BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

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The 2026 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is a heavyweight adventure touring motorcycle powered by a 1300cc boxer engine producing 143 horsepower and 149 Nm of torque. Designed for experienced riders seeking serious off-road capability combined with long-distance comfort, it excels in remote terrain and expedition riding. Known for its legendary durability, advanced technology, and versatile performance across all surfaces.

Capacity: 1300.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 269.0 kg
Seat height: 880 mm
Power: 143.0 HP (107.0 kW) @ 7750 RPM

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What’s new for the 2026 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

vs the 2025

Spec	2025	2026
Seat height	890 mm (35.0 inches)	880 mm (34.6 inches)

Other years 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail80%

Cornering72%

City riding55%

Daily riding70%

Touring97%

Two-up92%

Track35%

Best for: Built as a long-distance, go-anywhere adventure tourer that can handle loaded highway miles as easily as gravel roads and light off-roading.
Built for: A powerful, torque-rich boxer twin wrapped in premium touring comfort, shaft-drive reliability, and serious off-road capability for its size.
Not ideal for: Not the ideal choice for new riders or those wanting a light, flickable machine for tight city streets or track days.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 880mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2026 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure, with a moderate knee angle of around 95 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1300.0 ccm
Power: 143.0 HP (107.0 kW) @ 7750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 127 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: TBMXC01.3KAX-001
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.42 L/100km (43.4 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.1 CO g/km
Torque: 149.0 Nm (15.2 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.80 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.5316 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 106.5 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 13.3:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Wet clutch with an anti-hopping function, hydraulic activation

Performance

Top speed: 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1534 mm
Overall length: 2280 mm
Overall width: 1012 mm
Overall height: 1588 mm
Seat height: 880 mm
Wet weight: 269.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 30.00 litres
Oil capacity: 4.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Two-part frame consisting of main frame, bolted rear frame, and load-bearing engine
Front suspension: BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, handlebar tilting decoupled via flex element, central DSA shock absorber
Rear suspension: BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, transversal connected swing arm bearings, central DSA spring strut, load compensation
Front wheel travel: 210 mm
Rear wheel travel: 220 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.2°
Trail: 119 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Semi-floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70 R19
Rear tyre: 170/60 R17

Other

Color options: Racing Red, Triple Black, Racing Blue Metallic/Light White/Racing Red, Aurelius Green Metallic
Comments: Windscreeen. Optional riding assistant with radar warning system. Traction Control. Keyless. Heated grips. Tire pressure monitor.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.