2021 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 40 Years Edition Review

We recently attended the GS 40 Years celebrations at BMW Motorrad Australia, where we got to see the various generation models in the flesh in a very special collection, along with spending a day on and off road to fully test the features of the special edition model.

The bike is essentially the same as the 2019, with updates added including DTC and Integral ABS, plus extras listed below. The GS 40 Years Edition info can be found here https://www.bmw-motorrad.com.au/en/models/adventure/r1250gs/special-edition.html while the GS Adventure 40 Years Edition can be found here https://www.bmw-motorrad.com.au/en/models/adventure/r1250gsadventure/special-edition.html

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BMW R 1250 GS and GS ADVENATURE 40 YEARS TECH INFO
BMW Motorrad Australia expanded its range in Q1 and Q2 here with the introduction of three new models that mark 40 years of the GS line – the G 310 GS, R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure ’40 Years GS Edition’.

Features Include:
- Dynamic Traction Control and Integral ABS Pro as standard
The standard fit Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) ensures a high level of riding safety by the delivering the best possible traction.

- The new standard “Eco” riding mode encourages efficient riding, while Pro riding modes can be equipped as optional equipment ex works. With the new riding mode preselection, the rider can benefit from an individual selection of riding modes via the mode button.

- The dynamic engine brake control is also a new component of the Pro riding modes. It can be used to safely avoid unstable riding conditions that can occur in coasting overrun mode or when downshifting due to excessive brake slip at the rear wheel.

- The advanced BMW Integral ABS Pro is additionally fitted as standard on both models. This system provides even more safety when braking, even in inclined positions.-

- The additional expansion of the riding mode concept results in more new functions. For example, it adapts ABS control characteristics to the respective riding mode for maximum control.

Hill Start Control ride-off assistant is standard equipment and enables convenient stopping and starting when riding uphill. Hill Start Control Pro (HSC Pro), also standard on Australian specification models, goes beyond the Hill Start Control comfort system to noticeably improve starting performance in all riding conditions.

A newly developed headlight with swivel function goes one step further than the already powerful standard-fitment full-LED headlight. The optional “adaptive headlight” package allows the low-beam headlight of the standard full-LED headlight to turn into the curve depending on the inclined position.

The new lighting functions make the experience with the R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure even more practical. In future, the welcome light (“Welcome” function), the “Good bye” function and the “Follow me home” function for orientation will be available as optional equipment. With the optional cruising light equipment, the two front turn indicator bulbs can be permanently dimmed simultaneously.

In the case of the multifunctional rear indicator lamps, the standard rear LED flashing turn indicators are replaced by LED flashing turn indicators, which can emit yellow flashing light and red brake light or rear light simultaneously.

R 1250 GS and R 1250 GSA: Vehicle voltage and USB sockets as standard; seat heating for rider and passenger for increased travelling and touring capability as well as handlebar risers by 30mm as optional equipment ex works

The new BMW R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure already have two sockets as standard – a 12-volt vehicle voltage socket and a USB-A socket with five-volt power supply. A seat heating function for rider and passenger also provides a significant increase in comfort in low temperatures.

A new operating concept enables particularly easy handling. In addition to the various rider seats and footrests available as optional equipment or Original BMW Motorrad Accessories, the handlebar height can now also be adjusted with the optionally available handlebar risers.

Australia-bound R 1250 GS models are fitted with a regular height two-piece seat – which allows for the seat heating function – and regular height GS screen in response to customers’ preference for a motorcycle that can also be ridden regularly on the road. The R 1250 GS Adventure is fitted with the Rallye seat to suit its off-road focus.

In addition, the triple black style and Rallye style variants, available ex works as optional equipment, each offer two particularly expressive colour concepts. To commemorate the 40th anniversary of the BMW GS models, the two new GS models with “40 Years GS” in black and yellow are based on a milestone in GS history: the legendary R 100 GS .

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