The R 1300 GS Adventure is BMW Motorrad’s long-range version of the R 1300 GS, with a 7.9-gallon tank and the same 145-hp 1,300 cc flat twin, according to BMW Motorrad USA’s model page. This is a spec-based overview, not a road test: we haven’t ridden the bike for this article. Every figure below comes from BMW Motorrad USA’s pages for the 2027 R 1300 GS Adventure, checked on 22 October 2026.
2027 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure at a glance
| US MSRP | Base model $23,795 (as listed by BMW Motorrad USA on 22 Oct 2026; destination & handling fee $1,095 extra) |
| Engine | Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine (BMW ShiftCam), 1,300 cc |
| Rated output | 145 hp at 7,750 rpm |
| Max. torque | 110 lb-ft at 6,500 rpm |
| Seat height at unladen weight | 34.6″ / 35.4″ |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 593 lbs |
| Usable tank volume | 7.9 gal |
| Source | BMW R 1300 GS Adventure technical data |
2027 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure price
BMW Motorrad USA lists the 2027 R 1300 GS Adventure at $23,795 MSRP for the base model (as listed on 22 Oct 2026). BMW says MSRP excludes the $1,095 destination and handling fee, tax, title, license and registration fees, and that dealers set the actual sale price. Options such as the automated shift assistant (ASA) and equipment packages are extra; use the configurator on the model page for a priced build.
2027 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure specs
Engine and drivetrain
| Type | Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine with double overhead and chain driven camshafts (BMW ShiftCam) |
| Bore x stroke | 106.5 mm x 73 mm |
| Capacity | 1,300 cc |
| Rated output | 145 hp at 7,750 rpm |
| Max. torque | 110 lb-ft at 6,500 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 13.3 : 1 |
| Maximum speed | over 120 mph |
| Clutch | Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Gearbox | Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated in the transmission housing |
| Drive | Cardan shaft drive |
| Traction control | BMW Motorrad DTC |
Chassis and brakes
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, central DSA shock absorber |
| Rear suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, central DSA spring strut, load compensation |
| Suspension travel, front / rear | 8.3″ / 8.7″ |
| Wheels | Cross spoke wheels; 3.00 x 19“ front, 4.50 x 17“ rear |
| Tires | 120/70 R19 front; 170/60 R17 rear |
| Brake, front | Twin disc brake, semi-floating brake discs, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper |
| Brake, rear | Single disc brake, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro (lean angle optimized) |
Dimensions and weight
| Seat height at unladen weight | 34.6″ / 35.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 60.4″ |
| Castor | 4.67″ |
| Steering head angle | 63.8 ° |
| Length | 89.76″ (over splash guard) |
| Width | 39.8″ (over hand guard) |
| Usable tank volume | 7.9 gal (reserve approx. 1 gal) |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 593 lbs |
| Permitted total weight | 1,069 lbs |
| Payload (with standard equipment) | 476 lbs |
BMW’s road-ready weight includes all operating fluids and standard equipment, with at least 90 percent of the usable fuel.
Who the R 1300 GS Adventure suits
On paper, the Adventure is for riders who want the R 1300 GS’s engine with much more range: a 7.9-gallon tank against the standard GS’s 5.0 gallons. The trade-offs are a taller seat and 70 lbs more road-ready weight. BMW lists adaptive vehicle height control, which lowers the bike at low speed, as available. At 34.6 inches or more, read our seat height guide before you go to a dealer.
Strengths and trade-offs (from the spec sheet)
- Range. 7.9 gal usable tank, the largest in the comparison below.
- Payload. 476 lbs with standard equipment, per BMW.
- Weight and height. 593 lbs road ready, with a 34.6-inch or 35.4-inch seat.
- Price. $3,400 more than the standard R 1300 GS base model.
R 1300 GS Adventure vs R 1300 GS vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special
Figures are copied from each manufacturer’s own US page for the model year shown.
| Model (model year) | US MSRP (as listed 22 Oct 2026) | Output | Seat height (as published) | Weight (as published) | Fuel capacity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW R 1300 GS Adventure (2027) | $23,795 (base model) | 145 hp | 34.6″ / 35.4″ (unladen) | 593 lbs road ready, fully fueled | 7.9 gal | BMW |
| BMW R 1300 GS (2027) | $20,395 (base model) | 145 hp | 33.4″ (unladen) | 523 lbs road ready, fully fueled | 5.0 gal | BMW |
| Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special (2026) | From $19,999 | 150 HP | 31.1 in./32 in. (laden) | 578 lb. in running order | 5.6 gal. | Harley-Davidson |
More detail: 2027 BMW R 1300 GS overview and 2026 Pan America 1250 Special overview.
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure FAQ
How much is the 2027 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure?
BMW Motorrad USA lists the base model at $23,795 MSRP plus a $1,095 destination and handling fee (as listed on 22 Oct 2026, BMW page).
How big is the R 1300 GS Adventure’s tank?
7.9 gal usable, with a reserve of approx. 1 gal, according to BMW.
How much does it weigh?
593 lbs unladen, road ready and fully fueled, according to BMW.
Before you buy
Licensing rules are set by each state, so check your state DMV (or equivalent) for the motorcycle license or endorsement you need, and consider a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course. You can look up any open safety recalls by VIN with NHTSA before buying a used example.
Sources
All figures were checked on the manufacturer pages on 22 October 2026. Manufacturers can change prices and specifications without notice, so check the linked page, and confirm with a dealer, before you buy.
- BMW Motorrad USA, R 1300 GS Adventure technical data
- BMW Motorrad USA, 2027 R 1300 GS Adventure model page (MSRP, destination and handling fee, equipment)
- BMW Motorrad USA, R 1300 GS technical data
- Harley-Davidson USA, 2026 Pan America 1250 Special