BMW F 900 GS FAQs

The BMW F 900 GS is more suited for riders with some experience. It is equipped with a 895cc engine, has 870mm of seat height, and a kerb weight of 226kg, which could make it challenging for beginners, especially at low speeds.

The Style GS Trophy variant is the one you should choose. It gets longer-travel suspension, a taller seat, wider enduro footrests, and a tinted windscreen. All this makes it more capable on rough terrain than the Style Passion. 

No. The BMW F 900 GS is primarily designed for solo adventure riding. Its slim rally-style seat has relatively thin padding, which can become uncomfortable on longer journeys, especially when spending extended hours in the saddle. 

At around Rs 16 lakh (ex-showroom), the BMW F 900 GS undercuts rivals like the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro and Ducati DesertX by a fair margin, while offering a capable off-road package. Whether it is worth the price ultimately depends on how much off-road riding you actually plan to do. 

Yes, as a CBU from BMW Motorrad, servicing costs of F 900 GS is higher than mainstream motorcycles. Routine annual or 10,000km services generally cost Rs 10,000 to Rs 17,000, while major services and replacement parts are considerably more expensive. 

The F 900 GS price in Delhi starts at Rs 16.00 lakh and goes up to Rs 16.50 lakh (ex-showroom).