Tried one (and the new 650GS) at the BMW booth but only around the limited space. Nice, not too huge like the 1200's. Super comfy. I suspect this bike will be very capable on road, performance ought to be like an SV650 on steroids. Comfortable upright position and seat. Front fork springs were really soft :-(
Quiet.
Tubed tyres.
Light (tank empty though)
Tight turning radius
Chain drive
Targets riders wanting more manageable, affordable and off-road capable equipment.
Parallel Twin from the 800 S and ST models with a steel-trellis chassis roughly resembling that found on the HP2.
price comparison
BMW’s F800GS £6,695
Tenere £4,899
DL650 VStrom £5,649
Honda’s Transalp £5,399
MALAYSIAN OTR PRICE RM80,000
2009 F800GS Base Model -
Available Colors - Sunset Yellow and Dark Magnesium Metallic, (Red??)
Standard Package
- Heated Grips
- ABS
- Onboard Computer
- White Turn Signals
Additional Available Equipment
- Anti-theft Alarm
- Low Seat (no cost)
- Center Stand
- BMW Motorrad Navigator II GPS
- Engine guards
- Akrapovic Silencer
- Service Tool Kit
- High/Low Windscreen
- Handguards
- Luggage
- Crash bar
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Overview of the main features of the new F 800 GS:
* mid-class adventure-tourer with excellent off-road properties and long-distance capabilities.
* Liquid-cooled parallel twin with 798 cc capacity, four-valve technology and unique mass balance.
* Rev-proof DOHC valve drive via cam followers.
* Manifold injection with electronic engine management BMS-KP, lambda probe and regulated three-way catalytic converter plus secondary air system.
* Closely stepped six-speed transmission for excellent riding performance.
* Dirt-resistant secondary drive via O-ring chain.
* Torsion-resistant tubular steel frame with unusual gusset plate reinforcement of steering head.
* Easy handling and extremely tight turning circle.
* Stable telescopic fork, USD fork with upright tube diameter 45 mm.
* Double-strut swing arm in die-cast aluminum.
* Spring strut with adjustable spring pre-tension and adjustable rebound damping; WAD function (path-dependent damping as in the R 1200 GS).
* Long spring travel for comfort and off-road suitability.
* Excellent seat comfort for rider and passenger.
* Tank underneath seat, for best center of gravity, with easily accessible fill opening.
* Powerful braking system, with ABS if required.
* Air filter and battery positioned behind steering head for easy maintenance.
* Wide range of accessories for off-road and touring use.
The most important details at a glance:
* 85 HP
* Valve timing like F 800 S
* Wide radiator
* Off-road-look fairing
* High windscreen
* USD telescopic fork
* WAD spring strut
* Spoked wheels
* 21-in front wheel
* Double-disc brake, floating, front
* Aluminum handlebar
* 880/850 mm seat height
* Ready-to-ride weight 207 kg
BMW F 800 GS Technical Specifications
Engine
Capacity cc - 798
Bore/lift mm - 82 / 75.6
Power kW/HP 63 / 85
at engine speed RPM 7 500
Torque Lb-ft 61
at engine speed RPM 5,750
No. of cylinders 2
Compression/fuel :1 12.0 / Super unleaded (95 RON)
Valve/gas control DOHC (double overhead camshaft)
Valves per cylinder 4
Valve diameter inlet/outlet mm 32 / 27.5
Throttle valve diameter mm 46
Mixture preparation Electronic manifold injection, engine management BMS-KP
Electrical system
Generator W 400
Battery V/Ah 12/14
Headlights/rear light W 55 (full/dipped beam) 5 parking light. LED(braking/rear light)
Starter kW 0.9
Power transmission/gears
Clutch Multidisc clutch in oil bath, mechanically activated
Gears Dog-coupled six-gear transmission
Primary transmission 1:1.943
Transmission, gear stages
1:2.462
II 1:1.750
III 1:1.381
IV 1:1.174
V 1:1.042
VI 1:0.960
Rear wheel drive Endless-O-ring chain drive with back damping in wheel hub
Transmission ratio 1:2.625 (16/42)
Chassis
Frame design Tubular frame in steel, partly carrying the engine
Wheel suspension, front wheel Upside-down telescopic fork,
fixed tube Ø 45 mm
Wheel suspension, rear wheel Double-strut swing arm, aluminum cast in one piece
Spring travel front/rear mm 230/215
Castor mm 117
Wheel spacing mm 1578
Steering head angle ° 64.0
Brakes front Double-disc brake Ø 300 mm
rear Single-disc brake Ø 265 mm
on request: BMW Motorrad ABS, disconnectable
Wheels Spoked wheels with aluminum rims
front 2.15x21
rear 4.25x17
Tires front 90/90- 21 54 V
rear 150/70-R17 69 V
Dimensions and weights
Total length mm 2,320
Total width with mirrors mm 945
Total width without mirrors mm 870
Seat height mm 880 (optional 850)
Dry weight kg 178
DIN tare, ready to drive kg 207
Perm. total weight kg 443
Tank capacity l 16 ..?? :-(
Travel data
Fuel consumption 90 km/h l/100 km 3.8
Fuel consumption 120 km/h l/100 km 5.2
Acceleration 0–100 km/h sec 4,1
Maximum speed km/h over 200
MODIFICATIONS TO BE MADE:
1. Airhawk seat
2. Vent protector
3. Screen extension
4. Grip protectors
