BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs. BMW F 800 GS 2016

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2016

BMW F 800 GS 2016

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Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2012 compared to BMW F 800 GS 2016

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2016

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2016

BMW F 800 GS 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	82 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	75.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	71 HP	Engine power	86 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	75 Nm	Torque	83 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Lubrication	Lubrication	Dry sump	Lubrication	Dry sump
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	798 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	Tubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

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	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
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	2,320 mm
Width	Width	890 mm	Width	890 mm
Height	Height	1,240 mm	Height	1,350 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,575 mm	Wheelbase	1,578 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2012

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.

BMW F 800 GS 2016

BMW F 800 GS 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Quality from the Black Forest. By Touratech since 1990.

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Stylish and practical: PRO tank bags from SW-MOTECH

Simple attachment thanks to magnetic snap-in closure. For safe luggage transport.

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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 650 GS vs BMW F 800 GS

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