BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs. BMW C 400 GT 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW C 400 GT 2023

Overview - BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs BMW C 400 GT 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW C 400 GT 2023

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The Wunderlich tank bag with smart handling.

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Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2012 compared to BMW C 400 GT 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW C 400 GT 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW C 400 GT 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	69.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	71 HP	Engine power	34 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	75 Nm	Torque	35 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Centrifugal force
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	350 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Length	Length	2,280 mm	Length	2,210 mm
Width	Width	890 mm	Width	835 mm
Height	Height	1,240 mm	Height	1,437 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,575 mm	Wheelbase	1,565 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	775 mm
Dry Weight	Dry Weight	179 kg	Dry Weight	202 kg
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	199 kg	Kerb Weight	214 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12.8 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	185 km/h	Top Speed	139 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2012

When it comes to optional extras, accessories and driver equipment, BMW is the benchmark for us. The driver can have his vehicle configured exactly to his wishes and also order the matching clothing at the same time.

Manoeuvrability

agility

low seat height can be reduced again

heated grips

comfortable seat

resale value.

Wind protection somewhat suboptimal compared to the F800.