In 1987, the next generation of large touring Enduros was presented with the new BMW R 80 GS and R 100 GS. The two motorcycles shared the patented driving force support on the rear wheel (Paralever), a 26 litre tank, an enlarged frame tail, a new telescopic fork and a modified spring strut at the back. A new safety feature was provided by the cross-spoke wheels with the tubeless tyres. The measures increased performance on-road and off-road so that BMW did not insert a stroke between G ("Gelände" off-road) and S ("Straße" road), permitting the interpretation of "Geländesport" (off-road sport).