What genuine BMW seat install on my F 900 GS Adventure?

To get the most out of your motorcycle on all types of distances, it's important to feel 100% comfortable on your bike. That's why choosing a seat that suits your needs is crucial to enhancing your riding comfort. Whether it's a change of style, height, or type of seat, it can contribute to smoother, more pleasant rides. Changing the seat can also be necessary if you experience discomfort during your trips, short rides, or off-road outings. It can also be part of a customization process, choosing a new color to match your style.

So, if for some motorcycles like the BMW F 900 GS Adventure there are many seats available, it's important to distinguish them and ask yourself the question: Which original BMW seat should I install on my F 900 GS Adventure? Find the answer in this article.

BMW F900GS Adventure Standard Seat: Five Colors Available

No less than five standard seats are available for this new BMW F 900 GS Adventure, each in a different color to best match your motorcycle's style and customization. Depending on your bike's version, you may also have an original seat in a specific color, different from another version for example.

Here are the five versions of the standard seat available for the BMW F 900 GS Adventure:

• The standard grey and black seat: this is the most classic one with a large grey section
• The standard black and grey seat: mostly black with grey accents around the rear edge
• The standard black and red seat: mostly black with a red rear edge
• The standard 40th Anniversary Edition seat: black and yellow with the GS logo, designed for anniversary models but compatible with the BMW F 900 GS Adventure
• The standard Trophy Edition seat: the most colorful one with a predominantly blue seat, white rear edge, and red GS logo

Among all these options, the seats are standard, identical in shape, and only differ in color.

What defines a BMW standard seat?

A standard seat is a seat that is originally fitted on the motorcycle and maintains its standard height and all its characteristics. It does not have any specific options such as high or low. For the BMW F 900 GS Adventure, the standard seat automatically guarantees a seat height of 875 mm or 805 mm in case of lowering.

For this BMW F 900 GS Adventure, the standard seat is a long two-seater seat allowing the rider and their passenger to be comfortably seated.

Extra Low Seat for BMW F 900 GS Adventure: The Advantages

For the BMW F 900 GS Adventure, an extra low seat is available. It is a real asset for shorter riders, providing them with the confidence needed for every adventure and trip. Thanks to its reduced seat height, it offers added confidence during mounting, dismounting, maneuvers, and stops. With a lower seating position, it makes it easier to place your feet on the ground.

For the BMW F 900 GS Adventure, the height of the extra low seat is reduced by 50 mm compared to the standard seat, with a seat height of 825 mm.

Rallye Seat for BMW F 900 GS Adventure: An Advantage in Enduro

A rallye seat is available for the BMW F 900 GS Adventure, which is ideal for enduro riding. With a shape and seating area designed for off-road use, this seat is perfect for rough terrain as it is designed for a standing riding position.

Unlike other Rallye seats, this one includes a well-sized seating area for the passenger, making it suitable for everyday use without compromising comfort.

The Rallye seat for BMW F 900 GS Adventure is slightly higher than the standard seat at approximately 890 mm. This also makes it useful for taller riders looking for a higher seat.

Comfort seat for BMW F 900 GS Adventure: what are the differences?

With a softer and more cushioned seat thanks to superior quality padding, the comfort seat for BMW F 900 GS Adventure offers a significant increase in comfort.

With more padding, the comfort seat is also higher than a standard seat. Therefore, it is also ideal for riders looking for a higher seat, as it provides more comfort than the Rallye seat, for example.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Why choose an original seat for my BMW F 900 GS Adventure?

Opting for an original BMW seat guarantees optimal compatibility with your motorcycle while preserving the manufacturer's warranty. For easy installation and lasting quality, it is essential to choose an original BMW Motorrad seat for your F 900 GS Adventure.

How to install the new seat on my BMW F 900 GS Adventure motorcycle?

All seats for the BMW F 900 GS Adventure have the same shape, they are all two-seaters and consist of the same attachments. Therefore, whichever model you choose, its installation will be very simple. Simply remove the old seat from your F 900 GS Adventure and install the new one.

You can also read our article: How to change a BMW motorcycle seat, for a detailed guide.

How to know if a high seat is better for me?

Choosing a higher seat can have a real impact on your comfort and relieve your joints. Fortunately, this is the easiest seat height to test at home without even ordering the seat!

We recommend using a bath towel, for example, and folding it to a thickness of 15 mm (this is the difference between the rally seat and the standard seat). Place the towel on your seat and sit on it. This will give you an idea of the height of a higher seat for your F 900 GS Adventure.

Still unsure about which type of seat is right for you? Check out our complete article: how to choose the right motorcycle seat?

How to choose between a high seat and a rally seat?

If you’ve realized that you need a higher seat, you might be hesitating between a comfort seat and a rally seat, as both are higher for the F 900 GS Adventure.

The comfort seat provides additional padding that enhances your comfort on longer trips. Additionally, it is also more comfortable for your passenger.

The rally seat, on the other hand, is primarily designed for a standing riding position and enduro outings. It is typical of GS Adventure models. It is higher but similar or even identical in terms of firmness.

It is important to consider how you use your F 900 GS Adventure to make the best choice.

I changed my seat, do I need to change other parts on my BMW F 900 GS Adventure?

If you changed your seat due to a height adjustment, changing other parts such as windshields or foot controls could also enhance your comfort.

A higher windshield, for example, could better deflect air, and adjustable controls could relieve your joints.

Do I lose comfort with an extra-low seat on my BMW F 900 GS Adventure?

The extra low seat reduces the height by 50 mm on your F 900 GS Adventure, achieved by removing some padding. With this reduction, comfort is somewhat impacted. However, the gain in stability, confidence, and riding position compensates for this slight loss in comfort.

Find more guides, tips, and accessories for your F 900 GS Adventure on our website, the complete online BMW Motorrad catalog. If you still have doubts, our customer service team of experts is available to help you make the best choice!