The BMW F 650 GS motorcycle specifications include a 652 cc (39.79 cu in) engine, power of 50 hp (36.5 kW) @ 6,500 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 201 kg (443.1 lb).
Key specifications
2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012Model years
652 ccDisplacement
50 hpPower
60.0 Nm @ 5,000 rpmTorque
201 kgWet weight
750 mmSeat height
17.3 LFuel tank
1,479 mmWheelbase
Model years covered
2001200220032005200620082009201020112012
Year-specific specification changes
The 2001 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
Bore × stroke
200283.0 x 100 mm (3.3 x 3.9 inches)
2008201282.0 x 75.6 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Compression ratio
2008201212.0:1
Displacement
20082012798 cc (48.69 cu in)
Engine type
20082012Twin, four-stroke
Frame
20082012Tubular steel space frame, load-bearing engine
Front brakes
2006Single disc
20082009Single disc. Optional ABS
20102011Single disc
2012Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off.
Front suspension
20052006Telescopic fork, stanchion diameter 41 mm, fork stabiliser
20082012Telescopic fork, Ø 41 mm
Front tire
2002100/90-19 57 S
20082009110/80-19
20102012110/80-H19
Fuel system
20052006Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / BMW engine management, dual ignition
20092012Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-K)
Gearbox
200820126-speed
Power
200549.6 hp (36.2 kW) @ 6,500 rpm
2008200969.7 hp (50.9 kW) @ 7,000 rpm
201169.7 hp (50.9 kW) @ 7,000 rpm
201248 hp (35.0 kW) @ 7,000 rpm
Rear brakes
2006Single disc
20082009Single disc. Optional ABS
20102011Single disc
2012Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off.
Rear suspension
20052006Box-section steel section dual swing arm, central spring strut action via lever system, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
20082010Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
20112012Double sided aluminium swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel
Rear tire
2002130/80-17 65S
20082009140/80-17
20102012140/80-H17
Torque
200359.7 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.0 ft.lbs) @ 5,000 rpm
2005200660.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 4,800 rpm
2008201275.0 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.3 ft.lbs) @ 4,500 rpm
Wet weight
20052006192 kg (423.3 lb)
20082012199 kg (438.7 lb)
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 652 cc (39.79 cu in) |
| Power | 50 hp (36.5 kW) @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 100.0 x 83 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Ignition | Capacitor Discharge Ignition system |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Engine oil | SAE 15W-50 |
| Oil capacity | 2.30 L (2.43 US qt) |
| Oil filter | K & N KN-151 |
| Spark plugs | NGK DR8EB, NGK DR8EIX |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated |
| Chain links | 112 |
| Sprockets | 16/47 (front/rear) |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Bridge-type steel section frame with bolted-on rear section |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | 41mm Telescopic fork with stabilizer bridge |
| Rear suspension | Spring setting and rebound stage damping continuously adjustable |
| Front wheel travel | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 165 mm (6.5 inches) |
| Trail | 123 mm (4.8 inches) |
| Fork tube size | 41 mm (1.6 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Front tire | 100/90-S19 |
| Rear tire | 130/80-S17 |
| Front tire pressure | 28 PSI (1.9 Bar or 190 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 30 PSI (2.1 Bar or 210 kPa) |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 201 kg (443.1 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 750 mm (29.5 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Overall height | 870 mm (34.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,479 mm (58.2 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 17.30 L (4.57 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.50 L (1.19 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 4.70 L/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 109.0 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | 12V / 12Ah battery. |
|---|
Other specifications
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
|---|---|
| Coolant | 1.00 L (0.26 US gal) |
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