The R 1300 GS is the current version of BMW‘s best-known adventure bike, and BMW Motorrad USA lists it as a 2027 model. BMW describes it as a “large touring enduro” built around “maximal reduction instead of ever-increasing size”. This is a spec-based overview, not a ride review: every figure comes from BMW Motorrad USA’s R 1300 GS data and equipment page, and the price from the 2027 R 1300 GS model page, both checked on 22 October 2026. If you’re coming from the previous generation, our archive page on the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure covers an older model year.
2027 BMW R 1300 GS at a glance
| US MSRP | Base model $20,395; as shown $28,065 (as listed by BMW Motorrad USA on 22 Oct 2026; destination & handling $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 | 33.4″ |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 523 lbs |
| Usable tank volume | 5.0 gal |
| Source | BMW R 1300 GS technical data |
2027 BMW R 1300 GS price
BMW lists the base R 1300 GS at $20,395 MSRP and the bike shown in its configurator at $28,065, with a $1,095 destination and handling fee on top (MSRP as listed by BMW Motorrad USA on 22 Oct 2026). The gap between those two figures is optional equipment: BMW’s option list includes DSA electronic suspension, adaptive vehicle height control, heated seats and Headlight Pro. BMW says its complimentary 600-mile break-in service is included with each new 2027 BMW motorcycle, within time and mileage limits.
2027 BMW R 1300 GS specs
Engine and power transmission
| Type | Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine with double overhead and chain driven camshafts (BMW ShiftCam) |
| Capacity | 1,300 cc |
| Bore x stroke | 106.5 mm x 73 mm |
| Compression ratio | 13.3 : 1 |
| Rated output | 145 hp at 7,750 rpm |
| Max. torque | 110 lb-ft at 6,500 rpm |
| Mixture control | Electronic intake pipe injection |
| Emission control | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter |
| Fuel type | Super unleaded, 95 ROZ/RON; adaptive fuel quality regulation, 91-98 ROZ/RON |
| Maximum speed | over 120 mph |
| Clutch | Wet clutch, slipper clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Gearbox | Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox |
| Drive | Cardan shaft drive |
| Traction control | BMW Motorrad DTC |
Chassis and brakes
| 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 shock absorber |
| Rear suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, transversal connected swingarm bearings, central WAD spring strut, spring preload fully adjustable |
| Suspension travel, front / rear | 7.5″ / 7.9″ |
| Wheels / rims | Aluminum cast 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) |
| Castor / steering head angle | 4.4″ / 63.8 ° |
| Wheelbase | 59.8″ |
Dimensions and weights
| Seat height at unladen weight | 33.4″ |
| Inner leg curve at unladen weight | 74.8″ |
| Length | 87.1″ (over splash guard) |
| Width | 39.4″ (over hand guard) |
| Height | 55.4″ (above windshield) |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 523 lbs (with all operating fluids, standard equipment and at least 90% of usable fuel) |
| Payload (with standard equipment) | 502 lbs |
| Permitted total weight | 1,025 lbs |
| Usable tank volume | 5.0 gal |
| Reserve | approx. 1 gal |
BMW also publishes an “inner leg curve” (74.8″). This is generally understood as the leg length needed to reach from one footpeg, over the seat, to the other, so it reflects seat width as well as height. Our seat height guide explains why.
Who the R 1300 GS suits
The R 1300 GS is for riders who want one bike that covers long highway days, two-up touring and gravel roads, and who are happy to pay for it. The standard equipment list is long: BMW lists the TFT with Connectivity, LED matrix headlight, Dynamic Traction Control, full integral ABS Pro, four riding modes (Eco, Rain, Road, Enduro), Hill Start Control, Dynamic Brake Control, Dynamic Cruise Control, tire pressure monitoring, KeylessRide and heated grips. It’s tall (33.4″ seat) and weighs 523 lbs road ready, so it’s not a bike for newer riders. For how adventure bikes differ from dual-sports and enduros, see our adventure vs dual sport vs enduro guide.
Strengths and trade-offs (from the spec sheet)
- Power and torque. 145 hp and 110 lb-ft from 1,300 cc.
- Shaft drive. No chain to adjust or lubricate.
- Payload. 502 lbs with standard equipment, which matters for two-up touring with luggage.
- Options add up fast. BMW’s own “as shown” price is $7,670 above base.
- Smaller tank than the Adventure. 5.0 gal against 7.9 gal on the R 1300 GS Adventure.
- Cast wheels as standard. The base GS has cast aluminum wheels; the Adventure lists cross-spoke wheels.
R 1300 GS vs R 1300 GS Adventure vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special
| Model (model year) | US MSRP (as listed 22 Oct 2026) | Engine | Seat height (as published) | Weight (as published) | Fuel capacity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW R 1300 GS (2027) | $20,395 | 1,300 cc flat twin; 145 hp | 33.4″ unladen | 523 lbs road ready, fully fueled | 5.0 gal | BMW |
| BMW R 1300 GS Adventure (2027) | $23,795 | 1,300 cc flat twin; 145 hp | 34.6″ / 35.4″ unladen | 593 lbs road ready, fully fueled | 7.9 gal | BMW |
| Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special (2026) | Starting at $19,999 | Revolution Max 1250; 150 HP | Low/High Seat Position; 31.1 in./32 in. laden | 578 lb. in running order | 5.6 gal. | Harley-Davidson |
- R 1300 GS Adventure: $3,400 more, a 7.9 gal tank, longer suspension travel (8.3″ / 8.7″) and cross-spoke wheels, but 70 lbs heavier and taller. BMW also lists an Automated Shift Assistant among its options.
- Pan America 1250 Special: $396 cheaper than the base GS with more published power (150 HP), but Harley-Davidson quotes a laden seat height (with a rider aboard), so it isn’t directly comparable with BMW’s unladen figure. Its 578 lb. running-order weight is heavier than the base GS on paper.
BMW R 1300 GS FAQ
How much is the 2027 BMW R 1300 GS?
BMW lists the base model at $20,395 MSRP plus a $1,095 destination and handling fee (BMW Motorrad USA, checked 22 Oct 2026).
How much horsepower does the R 1300 GS have?
BMW lists a rated output of 145 hp at 7,750 rpm and 110 lb-ft at 6,500 rpm.
What is the R 1300 GS seat height?
BMW lists 33.4″ at unladen weight, plus an inner leg curve of 74.8″.
How much does the R 1300 GS weigh?
523 lbs unladen, road ready and fully fueled (at least 90% of usable fuel), per BMW.
What’s the top speed of the R 1300 GS?
BMW lists the maximum speed as “over 120 mph”.
Related overviews: 2027 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure, 2026 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special and 2026 Honda Africa Twin.
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 data and equipment
- BMW Motorrad USA, 2027 R 1300 GS (MSRP, destination, break-in service)
- BMW Motorrad USA, R 1300 GS Adventure data and equipment; price from the 2027 R 1300 GS Adventure page
- Harley-Davidson USA, 2026 Pan America 1250 Special