BMW F 450 GS vs CFMOTO 450MT

Verdict

The CFMOTO 450MT wins this comparison narrowly, 64.9 points to 63.4.

The gap of 1.5 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 450MT takes 6.6 points out of the F 450 GS. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the F 450 GS is the quicker machine: 48 hp and 43 Nm moving 178 kg, against 42 hp and 44 Nm moving 175 kg for the 450MT. That is 0.27 hp per kilo playing 0.24.

The 450MT costs €6,499, which leaves €721 in your pocket against the F 450 GS at €7,220. Service intervals run 5,000 km on the 450MT and 10,000 km on the F 450 GS.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the BMW F 450 GS or the CFMOTO 450MT?

The BMW F 450 GS. It carries 0.27 hp per kilo (48 hp, 178 kg wet) against 0.24 hp per kilo for the CFMOTO 450MT (42 hp, 175 kg).

Is the BMW F 450 GS cheaper than the CFMOTO 450MT?

The CFMOTO 450MT is cheaper at €6,499 list, €721 less than the BMW F 450 GS at €7,220.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The CFMOTO 450MT. Its 820 mm seat is 25 mm lower than the BMW F 450 GS, and at 175 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the F 450 GS or the 450MT?

The BMW F 450 GS, which scores 7.7 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The CFMOTO 450MT counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The CFMOTO 450MT: 438 km from its 17.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 368 km for the BMW F 450 GS.

Which bike wins overall?

The CFMOTO 450MT, scoring 64.9 of 100 against 63.4 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.