This year’s edition of the 2010 EICMA show is bringing moto enthusiasts into a new dimension, as bike producers from all over the world are offering an infinity of creations that cater for any imaginable riding need and even come to create new cross-links between segments.
In this piece of news, we will be focusing on the off-roading segment of the two-wheeled world. To be more specific, we will present you the BMW F 650 GS. The bike is powered by a four-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC, parallel twin engine that has a capacity of 798 cc and uses an electric starter. The unit works together with a six-speed manual transmission.
The rider can rely on a front suspension that uses a telescopic fork, as well as on a rear suspension that comes with a twin sided swing arm setup. As for the stopping power, this is provided by front and rear hydraulic disc brakes.
The F 650 GS uses aluminum wheels with a 110/80 R19 front tire and a 140/80 R17 rear tire. The bike has been fitted with a one-piece seat that can accommodate two passengers.
Here are the full specifications for the BMW F 650 GS:
Dimensions, Weights, Capacities
Wheelbase 62 in. (157.5 cm)
Seat Height 32.2 in. (81.8 cm)
Dry Weight 377 lbs (171 kg)
Fuel Capacity 4.2 gal (15.9 liters)
Piston Displacement 798cc
Bore and Spoke 82mm X 75.6mm
Induction Fuel Injected
Compression Ratio 12.0:1
Ignition Electric
Cooling Liquid
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Twin Sided Swing Arm
Read Suspension Adjust Yes
Brakes Hydraulic Disc / Hydraulic Disc
Front Tires 110/80 R19
Rear Tires 140/80 R17
Front Suspension Travel 70.1mm
Rear Suspension Travel 170.2mm
Seat Height 32.2 in. (81.8 cm)
Dry Weight 377 lbs (171 kg)
Fuel Capacity 4.2 gal (15.9 liters)
Performance
Engine Parallel TwinPiston Displacement 798cc
Bore and Spoke 82mm X 75.6mm
Induction Fuel Injected
Compression Ratio 12.0:1
Ignition Electric
Cooling Liquid
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes
Frame SteelFront Suspension Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Twin Sided Swing Arm
Read Suspension Adjust Yes
Brakes Hydraulic Disc / Hydraulic Disc
Front Tires 110/80 R19
Rear Tires 140/80 R17
Front Suspension Travel 70.1mm
Rear Suspension Travel 170.2mm