// Generation · 2024 — present

FIRST GENERATION

Total redesign from the R 1250 GS: 1300cc ShiftCam Boxer, pressed steel frame, front/rear radar standard, 237kg (−12kg). The most technologically advanced GS ever.

92
Buyer score / 100
3
Vintages
9
Changes
6
Overhauls
2
Updates
1
Minor
↘ Changes by category
M
ENGINE
1 change
2024
New 1300cc ShiftCam Boxer — 145hp / 149Nm
Successor to the 1254cc 136hp — 9hp gain and improved mid-range torque
Major
C
FRAME
2 changes
2024
New pressed steel frame + EVO Paralever — 237kg (−12kg)
Abandonment of the R 1250 GS tubular trellis frame
Major
2025
R 1300 GS Adventure available — long-distance variant
30L tank, +20mm suspension travel, wire wheels, optional aluminium panniers
Medium
E
ELECTRONICS
3 changes
2024
Front and rear radar standard — adaptive ACC + blind spot detection
Rear collision warning, cornering lights, colour TFT standard
Major
2024
4 standard riding modes: Rain / Road / Eco / Enduro
Major
2025
Optional ASA (automated clutch) — first GS with auto-clutch
Automated gear changes according to the selected riding mode
Medium
A
AESTHETICS
2 changes
2024
Single symmetrical headlight — end of the iconic asymmetrical twin headlights
Major
2026
Style Trophy color — White Aluminum Matt metallic / Racing Blue metallic
Minor
S
SAFETY
1 change
2024
Full Integral ABS Pro + MSR + cornering traction control
Major