BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, our test - Road test

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, our test - Road test

It is already available in Italian dealerships with starting prices. to 19.650 euros new BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, a new adventurous version of what has been the queen of the Italian motorcycle market for years: in 2018 alone (excluding December), adding the R 1200 GS to the R 1200 GS Adventure, BMW he has over 5.500 registrations. Therefore, we are talking about a very successful model, capable of renewing itself over the years without losing its appeal. Against.

New ShiftCam technology: excellent feed at low revs

2019 year endurona The Bavarian road car has been updated, in particular, with an engine approved for Euro 4, but already suitable for Euro 5 (effective from 2020). There bias increased from 1.170 to 1.254 cubic meters. see and debuted ShiftCam technology for variable valve timing and lift on the intake side, which helps improve efficiency, power delivery and response across the entire rev range. In particular, the new R 1250 GS Adventure - which we tested on the streets of Liguria - gives an amazing and extremely smooth push. It feels almost electric in the way it accelerates and revs below 2.000 rpm. It is full of mids and, as always, lingers elegantly and vigorously. However The number of resumes increased from 125 to 136. and in the right wrist, they make themselves felt together with the increased Nm from 125 to 143. These numbers are ideal for a bicycle that makes its main vocation a propensity for long trips in any terrain.

Adventure: travel any terrain

To best meet the needs of adventure travelers, Adventure R 1250 GS makes some special decisions that distinguish it from standard (here is our proof). Aerodynamic protection is enhanced by an enlarged windscreen (which can be further modified depending on the selected trim: Exclusive or HP): you are traveling in motorway in great comfort and very well protected. And the total range is also increased (up to 550 km) thanks to the new, increased tank of 30 liters. There is also an engine guard and tank to protect all components from possible impacts to ensure even more worry-free off-roading. There is also a large catalog from which to draw to further embellish the bike and sometimes highlight its sporting or touring qualities.

Electronics and connectivity

Yours on the march almost 270 kg weight is not felt at all, it is well balanced, with a low center of gravity, which makes it easy to ride even at very low speeds. Various saddle configurations are available to suit the needs of any rider (820 to 910 mm). Pendants by tradition Telelever and Paraleverwho, if desired, can benefit from electronic regulation ESA, now with automatic preload. Unchanged electronic package with two modes of movement (rain and road), automatic stability control and control when starting off on the rise as standard. These systems can be accompanied, again as an option, Additional Pro modes, Dynamic Traction Control DTC, ABS Pro, Hill Start Control Pro and Dynamic Brake Assistant DBC (which closes the throttle in case of critical braking). Instead, the system is offered as standard. linkwhich allows the motorcycle to be connected via Bluetooth with a smartphone for phone control, entertainment and navigation, accompanied by important emergency call (Optional).

Full bike “premium”

In short, the new BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is the ultimate expression of the concept “luxury” road enduro designed for long trips. It is quite maneuverable in the city (even if the standard version is always more recommended for partial urban use), despite its size, it does not hold back when it comes to turns, tight corners or off-road, and is ideal for travel. with bags and a passenger in tow. If I really need to find the error, I can tell that some of them might be vibration on the steering wheel at around 4.000 rpm. So this is a premium motorcycle, as evidenced by its starting price, which was already suggested at the opening: 19.650 1.800 euros (20.150 euros more than usual), which becomes 20.200 if you choose the Exclusive version or XNUMX XNUMX for a sportier HP.