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Press Information 10 May 2010
BMW Motorrad celebrates 30 years of the GS with a special edition GS range
BMW Motorrad is celebrating 30 years of the iconic ‘Gelande-Strasse’ (on/off-road) range in 2010. Launching the “30 Years GS” special edition versions of the BMW R 1200 GS, the R 1200 GS Adventure, the F 800 GS and the F 650 GS, BMW Motorrad is paying tribute to the outstanding success and popularity of the GS concept.
Back in the autumn of 1980, BMW Motorrad unveiled the R 80 G/S, a unique motorcycle that pioneered the Adventure Motorcycling genre. Offering the unique combination of on-road, touring and off-road qualities, without the slightest compromise in everyday use, the R 80 G/S paved the way as a brand-new concept, the first true Adventure Sport motorcycle.
The special edition “30 Years GS” models feature the celebrated BMW Motorsports colours of the legendary eighties’ R 80 G/S Rally Raiders that propelled the likes of Hubert Auriol to victories in gruelling Paris-Dakar races.
As well as the glorious retro colour scheme, each “30 Years GS” model has a range of additional features and equipment.
Highlights of the BMW R 1200 GS “30 Years GS”:
- Paintwork in Alpine White.
- Three-coloured decals in the livery of BMW Motorrad Motorsport.
- “30 Years GS” model designation on the tank.
- Cross-spoke wheels with black hubs.
- Hand protectors.
- Tinted windshield.
- Red seat with “GS” stamp.
Highlights of the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure “30 Years GS”:
- Paintwork in Alpine White.
- Three-coloured decals in the livery of BMW Motorrad Motorsport.
- “30 Years GS” model designation on the tank.
- Extra-large hand protectors.
- Aluminium engine protection guard.
- Seat in red/black with “GS” stamp.
Highlights of the BMW F 800 GS “30 Years GS”:
- Paintwork in Alpine White.
- Three-coloured decals in the livery of BMW Motorrad Motorsport.
- “30 Years GS” model designation on the airbox cover.
- Hand protectors.
- Aluminium sump guard.
- Tinted windshield.
- White direction indicators.
- Seat in red with “GS” stamp.
Highlights of the BMW F 650 GS “30 Years GS”:
- Paintwork in Alpine White.
- Three-coloured decals in the livery of BMW Motorrad Motorsport.
- “30 Years GS” model designation at the rear.
- Magnesium-coloured cast wheels.
- Hand protectors.
- Engine protector.
- Tinted, higher windshield.
- White direction indicators.
- Seat in red with “GS” stamp at the front.
Tony Jakeman, Marketing Manager for BMW Motorrad UK, said: “The popularity and high volume of sales over the past 30 years, underline the unique and universal appeal of the GS ‘Gelande Strasse’ concept.
“Until fairly recently, BMW’s GS range of motorcycles was considered a rather niche proposition, used mainly by globetrotters and desert racers. However, the legendary GS has now firmly entered the mainstream, buoyed by a realisation that the unique blend of on and off-road capabilities, combined with the GS range’s touring credentials, make for the perfect all-round motorcycle.”
Prices for the new “30 Years GS” range will be announced on 01 June.
BMW Motorrad Dealers will be holding “30 Years GS” Open Days on 19 June when demonstrators will be available for customers to try.
30 Years of GS Range – R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure, F 800 GS and F 650 GS