The newly unveiled BMW F 450 R is a lightweight, dynamic streetfighter designed to target the global A2 license category. Positioned directly below its larger Roadster siblings, it draws sharp design cues from the flagship S 1000 R while introducing an all-new 420 cc parallel-twin engine. Producing 48 hp (35 kW) and 43 Nm of torque—with 80% of its torque available at just 3,000 rpm—the engine features a 135-degree crankpin offset, delivering strong low-end punch along with a distinctive twin-cylinder exhaust note. Weighing just 175 kg wet, the bike offers an impressive power-to-weight ratio designed to maximize street agility and urban maneuverability.
Beyond raw performance, the F 450 R comes equipped with premium electronics and chassis hardware typically reserved for higher-tier motorcycles. It features a 6.5-inch TFT color display with smartphone connectivity, three riding modes (Rain, Road, and Dynamic), standard heated grips, and a radial Brembo front brake system supported by BMW ABS Pro, Dynamic Traction Control, and Dynamic Brake Control. Additionally, BMW offers its new centrifugal Easy Ride Clutch (ERC) on select variants. The system operates automatically based on engine speed, allowing smooth gear changes without the need to pull the clutch lever, making urban commuting virtually stall-proof.
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Brand |
BMW |
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Model |
F 450 R 2027 |
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Status |
Available |
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Release Date |
2027 |
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Full specs and features |
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Engine Type |
Water-cooled 2-cylinder, four-stroke engine with four cam-operated valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts and wet-sump lubrication |
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Bore x Stroke |
72 mm x 51.6 mm |
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Capacity |
420 cc |
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Rated output |
35 kW (48 hp) at 8,750 rpm |
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Max. torque |
43 Nm at 6,750 rpm |
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Compression ratio |
13 : 1 |
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Mixture control / engine management |
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system with throttle-by-wire |
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Maximum speed |
169 km/h |
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Fuel type |
Super unleaded (max. 10% ethanol, E10), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI, Super unleaded (max. 25% ethanol, E20) E15-E25, 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI |
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Battery |
12 V / 9 Ah |
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Clutch |
Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, mechanically operated |
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Gearbox |
Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox integrated in the transmission housing |
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Drive |
Chain drive ratio 15/47 |
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Frame |
Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame |
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Front wheel location / suspension |
Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 43 mm |
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Rear wheel location / suspension |
Aluminum twin-sided swingarm, compression and rebound damping adjustable shock absorber |
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Wheelbase |
1404mm |
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Wheels |
Cast aluminum |
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Rim, front |
3.00 x 17" |
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Rim, rear |
4.00 x 17" |
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Tires, front |
110/70 ZR17 |
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Tires, rear |
150/60 ZR17 |
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Brake, front |
Single disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 310 mm, Brembo 4-piston fixed caliper |
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Brake, rear |
Hydraulic single disc brake, rigid brake disc, diameter 240 mm, 1-piston floating caliper |
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ABS |
BMW Motorrad ABS |
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Seat height |
790mm |
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Inner leg curve |
1770mm |
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Usable tank volume |
14L |
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Length |
2,002 mm (over license plate holder) |
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Height (excl. mirrors) |
1,065 mm (without mirror, at DIN unladen weight) |
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Width (excl. mirrors) |
825 mm (over handlebar weight) |
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Wet weight |
175 kg |
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