BMW hasn’t exactly been quiet about the F 450 GS. Ever since the concept debuted at EICMA last year, they’ve been stoking the hype—teasing us with spy shots and bits of info that suggest this could be their answer to the lightweight ADV craze. And now, thanks to a newly published design filing, we finally have our clearest look yet at what the production bike will actually be.
First reported by our friends at Motorcycle.com, the design filing confirms that the F 450 GS is nearly ready for prime time. The production version ditches some of the concept’s show-only features in favor of real-world necessities like mirrors, turn signals, reflectors, and a proper passenger setup.
But there are some changes we’re not so stoked about. The wire-spoked wheels from the concept are gone, replaced by cast alloy wheels. Sure, it’s likely a cost-cutting move—and maybe a way to keep the bike’s price competitive—but it would’ve been nice to see BMW stick with spokes, especially for a bike that’s supposed to go off-road. Hopefully, BMW launches a more premium Rally variant with tubeless spoked wheels and knobby tires.
