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BMW

R 1300 GS (ASA)

£16,790 fromAdventure6-speed ASAlicence A
83Power Index
Tier S · #1

BMW's Automated Shift Assistant brings clutchless shifting to the world's benchmark adventure bike. Choose full-auto or trigger-shift; the boxer does the rest.

The default adventure bike, now effort-free.
On the road

Faster, lighter-feeling and sharper than the GS has ever been, with that characterful boxer torque and class-leading electronics. It simply does everything brilliantly.

The automatic bit

BMW's Automated Shift Assistant offers full-auto or trigger-shift gear changes with no clutch lever, removing the last bit of effort from an already supremely capable machine.

Living with it

Build quality and tech are superb and residuals are strong. The catch is cost — the price climbs quickly through BMW's options list — and the tall stance for shorter riders.

The verdict

The GS was already the default big adventure bike; ASA removes the last bit of effort. Tech-laden, brilliantly capable, and seriously quick.

How it scores
Ease7.0
Comfort9.0
Fun9.0
Tech10.0
Value6.0
Performance8.8

What's good

  • Benchmark all-round ability
  • Superb electronics suite
  • Strong, characterful boxer

Watch out for

  • Expensive once specced
  • Tall for shorter riders
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Full specificationPrices checked Jun 2026
Year2026
Transmission6-speed ASA
Engine1300cc
Power145 bhp
Torque149 Nm
Top speed140 mph
Economy57 mpg
Fuel tank19 L
Seat height850 mm
Kerb weight237 kg
Min. licenceA
Price from£16,790

Best for

Riders who want the definitive adventure bike, now clutch-free.

Owner rating

4.2 / 5
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