BMW F 850 GS 2020 vs. BMW G 650 GS 2016

BMW F 850 GS 2020

BMW F 850 GS 2020

BMW G 650 GS 2016

BMW G 650 GS 2016

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Technical Specifications BMW F 850 GS 2020 compared to BMW G 650 GS 2016

BMW F 850 GS 2020
BMW G 650 GS 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore84 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke83 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement853 ccmDisplacement652 ccm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,305 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth922 mmWidth920 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,593 mmWheelbase1,477 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height780 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 850 GS 2020

BMW F 850 GS 2020

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel

front brake could do with more bite.

BMW G 650 GS 2016

BMW G 650 GS 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 850 GS vs BMW G 650 GS

Price BMW F 850 GS

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