2026 BMW R 1300 GS Racing red

Don’t follow; lead the way.
Together, we can become more than what we are individually. You can become the best version of yourself that you’ve ever been. You lead the way. You face every incline and every turn with ease. Nothing can stop you, even off-road. What drives you: Your courage, your faith in yourself, and my powerful drive system. 

The BMW R 1300 GS
Unprecedented versatility
No compromises; everything is tailored to your needs. How would you like to sit while you reach new personal heights? Higher? Lower? Single-seat? With a passenger? Do you prefer to ride with just the essentials or with a lot of luggage? Would you rather go on comfortable long-distance journeys or sporty off-road runs? The innovative modular frame concept can fulfil all of your desires. Tell me what the perfect touring enduro would be – you may well be right.

Believe in yourself
This unexpected levity: you have everything in hand. Of course you do, with only 523 lbs * beneath you. Achieving lofty goals becomes surprisingly easy. You will have an unprecedented riding experience on all surfaces. On the road with stability and precision. Lean angle, braking, accelerating – you stay in full control. Discover the new-found levity of riding with the newly developed chassis, the new Monocoque rear frame, the new EVO Telelever and EVO Paralever, as well as the new, available DSA (Dynamic Suspension Adjustment) and optional innovative adaptive vehicle height control.

Highlights for high performers
Ahead of you: Your next destination - well illuminated with the iconic LED matrix headlight. Behind you: Milestones. And the short Monocoque rear with excellent individualization potential. There's no doubt about it: You are driving the top model of the range of great BMW Adventure motorcycles.

Features may include:

Guiding light: LED matrix headlight

• A clear break from tradition in the design: the new symmetrical light icon. The high-beam and low-beam headlights are integrated in a single projector unit. The turn indicator is integrated into the hand protector.

Greater riding stability: EVO Paralever

• The latest generation of the Paralever, the BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, provides outstanding riding stability and impressive handling.

As multifunctional as possible: the frame concept

• Designed for the most enjoyable riding experience. Your R 1300 GS is a cleverly arranged package with highly concentrated components. The main and rear frames offer countless individualization options.

Riding comfort: Adjustable windscreen

• The standard sport windscreen has a light and dynamic appearance and provides an excellent view of the road. It can be easily adjusted for variable wind and weather protection.

Nice and short: the rear

• The short, steeply inclined rear offers numerous individualization options. It comes with the slim, sporty passenger seat as standard. Together with the functional sport grab handle bridge, it can be turned into a real visual highlight, and offers plenty of seating comfort for passengers.

Excellent handling: EVO Telelever

• Precision, riding stability, enthusiasm. The new BMW EVO Telelever creates a feeling of transparency for the front wheel and a unique riding experience.

Distinctive sound: the exhaust system

• The single-pipe exhaust system that is installed as standard generates an unmistakable boxer sound and drives you to keep on riding.

Extra dynamic: the GS Flyline

• The dynamic GS Flyline accentuates the clear lines – from the front-wheel cover, to the vehicle cockpit, the tank, the seat, right up to the rear. The flat tank platform ensures outstanding ergonomics on short and long-distance journeys.