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BMW motorcycle payload and permitted total weight by model

BMW lists a payload with standard equipment on the technical data page of each model. Payload for the 5 BMW models listed ranges from 209 kg (461 lb) to 229 kg (505 lb). SW-MOTECH and GIVI side carriers are listed for 3 of the 5 models.

ModelModel yearPayloadPermitted total weightSide carriers listedSource
R 1300 GSCurrent model (2026 and 2027)228 kg (502 lb)465 kg3BMW Motorrad Australia: technical data
R 1300 GS AdventureCurrent model (2026 and 2027)216 kg (476 lb)485 kg2BMW Motorrad Australia: technical data
F 900 GSCurrent model (2026)226 kg (498 lb)445 kg3BMW Motorrad Ireland: technical data
F 900 GS AdventureCurrent model (2026)209 kg (461 lb)455 kg0BMW Motorrad Canada: technical data
R 1300 RTCurrent model229 kg (505 lb)510 kg0BMW Motorrad Bahrain: technical data