A head-to-head comparison of the established Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 against BMW’s upcoming F450 GS. These two middleweight adventure motorcycles represent different approaches to the ADV segment, with the Himalayan focusing on value and simplicity while the BMW brings premium technology and performance to a lighter chassis.

BMW’s upcoming F450 GS fills the gap in their adventure lineup with a purpose-built 450cc parallel-twin adventure motorcycle. Featuring innovative engine design, lightweight construction, and premium technology, this mid-weight ADV is positioned to challenge the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 while delivering true BMW GS capability in a more accessible package.