Dirty Tux

It was built for crossing continents in comfort, but can it handle what comes when the road ends? We put the BMW F900 GS Adventure through its paces to find out.

- WORDS KARAN MATHUR

In the world of adventure motorcycling, few letters stir the imagination like the 'GS'. Enter the F900 GS Adventure. Essentially, it's a BMW F850 GSA with a revised engine and new bodywork. That said, it's the undisputed king in terms of comfort - a continent-crossing tourer with a massive 23-litre fuel tank, excellent ergonomics, and class-leading comfort. Now, don’t mistake its touring credentials for softness. When the tarmac gives way to dirt, the F900 GS Adventure doesn't flinch; it reveals a surprisingly aggressive and capable alter ego. So, we set out to find its limit in the only way that made sense — by throwing it straight into mud, dirt, and jumps.

WHEN THE GOING GETS ROUGH