BMW F 800 GS Quick start guide

Brand: BMW

Model: F 800 GS

Category: Motorcycles

Type: Quick start guide

BMW Motorrad

F 800 GS

UNSTOPPABLE

F 800 GS

The Ultimate

Riding Machine

Dark Magnesium Matt Metallic Sunset Yellow/Black Satin

Typ e Water-cooled, twin-cylinder four-stroke

engine, four valves per cylinder, twin over-

head camshafts, dry sump lubrication

Bore x stroke 82 mm x 75.6 mm

Capacity 798 cc

Max. output 85 hp (63 k W) at 7,500 rpm

(83 hp (61 kW ) at 7, 500 rpm with

91-octane fuel map ping)

Max. torque 83 Nm at 5,750 r pm

(81 Nm at 5,750 rpm with optio nal

91-octane fuel map ping)

Compression ratio 12. 0:1

Fuel/en gine managemen t Electronic injection/BMS-K electronic

engine management

Emission control Regula ted 3-way catalyti c converter,

compliant with EU-3 emission standard

Max. speed Over. 200 km/h

Consu mption per 100 k m

at a cons tant 90 km/ h

3.8 l

Consu mption per 100 k m

at a constant 120 km/h

5.2 l

Fuel typ e Super u nleaded, min. 95 octa ne (RON);

can run on regular u nleaded (91 R ON) with

modi² ed fue l mapping (optio nal)

Alternator 400 W three-phase generator

Battery 12 V/14 Ah, mainten ance-free

Clutch Mechanically operated multiple-disc clutch

in oil bath

Gears 6-speed synchromesh gearbox built into

crankcase

Drive Endless O-ring c hain with jerk damping at

rear wheel hub

Frame Tubular steel frame with load-bearing

engine

Suspension, front Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter

45 mm

Suspension, rear Cast aluminium double-sided swing arm,

WAD (travel-related damping) strut, spring

preload hydrauli cally and s teplessly adjust-

able via handwheel, adjustable rebound

damping

Travel front/rear

230 mm/215 mm

Wheelbase

1,57 8 mm

Castor

117 m m

Steering head angle

64°

Wheels

Spoked

Rim dimensions, front

2.15 x 21"

Rim dimensions, rear

4.25 x 17"

Tyr e, f ro nt

90/9 0 - 21 54V

Tyre, rear

150/70 - 17 69V

Brakes, front

Double-disc brake system with ³ oating

discs (diameter 300 mm), double-piston

³ oating caliper

Brake, rear

Single-disc brake system (diameter

265 mm), single-piston ³ oating caliper

ABS

BMW Motorrad AB S available as an option

(switc hable)

Seat height, unladen

880 mm ( 850 mm with low seat)

Rider step length, unladen

1,940 mm (1,900 mm with low seat)

Unlad en weight, fu lly fuelled/road rea dy

207 kg

Dry weight

185 k g

Max. permitte d weight

443 kg

Max. load (with standard equipment)

236 kg

Usable tank volume

16.0 l

Of which reserve

Approx. 4.0 l

Length

2,320 mm

Height (excluding mirrors)

1,350 mm

Width (inc. mirrors)

945 mm

For full d etails of the BM W Motorrad rang e of Motorcycle an d Rider Equipme nt,

speak to yo ur BMW Motorra d dealer or vis it our website.

Dimens ions refer to unla den motorcycles a s per

DIN standard.

1. As de² ne d in EU directive 93 /93/EEC, ² lled with all

operating ³ uids, fuelled to at least 90% of usable

tank capacity.

2. Unladen weight without operating ³ uids.

VARIAB LE TOP BOX

A plastic top box, the volume of which is adjustable

between 25 and 35 litres.

HAND GUARDS AND PROTECTORS

The hand guards offer effective protection against

the elements and the hazards of of f-road riding.

They can be ² tted with a variety of plastic protectors.

CENTRE STAND

Ensures the bike remains stable when parked

(even on sof t ground), for easy lubrication of

the chain.

ON-BOARD COMPUTER

Know what’s going on: the on-board computer displays

the air temperature, gear currently selected, radiator

water temperature, average fuel consumption, fuel level

and current range, and also features a stopwatch.

ABS (SWITCHABLE)

Safety every where you go: switchable BMW Motorrad

ABS adds just 1.5 kilograms to the total weight of the

bike.

TINTED WINDSHIELD

Gives the bike a sporty look, with a tint that is matched

to the paint colour. Features a scratchproof coating.

AKRAPOVIC SILENCER

Delivers a throaty engine note, while reducing overall

weight by approx. 2.3 kilograms,* thanks to its carbon/

titanium construction.

HEATED GRIPS

Protect against cold hands and numb ² ngers when

the thermometer falls. Two temperature settings.

ENDURO ALUMIN IUM BASH PLATE

Provides the engine with effective protection against

stone impacts in off road use.

*compar ed with the stan dard silencer

BMW MOTORRAD ZU

MO NAVIGATION SYSTEM

Bluetooth

-enabled, with route planner, GPS receiver,

compass and trip computer.

RETROFITTABLE ACCESSORIES

ALUMINIUM PANNIERS

Natural aluminium surface ² nish, capacity 44 litres (right)

and 38 litres (left). Lockable and waterproof.

ALUMINIUM TOP B OX

Natural aluminium surface ² nish.

100% waterproof. Capacity up to 32 litres.

FUNCTIONAL INNER BAG FOR

ALUMINIUM PANNIERS AND TOP BOX

100% waterproof inner bag with retractable carry

handle s and detachable shoulder strap.

VAR IABL E PANN IERS

Provide up to 67 litres of carrying capacit y (29 litres on

the left, 38 on the right). The capacity of each case can

be varied by 10 litres, simply by operating a handle.

INNER BAG FOR VARIABLE PANNIERS

AND VARIABLE TOP BOX

Waterproof and extremely hard-wearing.

TAN KB AG

Hard-wearing and waterproof, with an A4-sized

map pocket and handy side pockets. Capacit y

approx. 14 litres.

PANNIER MOUNTINGS

Made of stainless steel. For aluminium panniers.

SMALL/LARGE LUGGAGE GRID

This tough luggage grid allows riders to carry small

items of luggage securely.

RALLY SEAT

Improves off-roading ability, with a more comfortable

knee angle and greater freedom of movement, and ² ts

with the Enduro styling.

HEADLIGHT GUARD

Can be ² tted in seconds.

Not homologated for use on public roads.

ENGINE PROTECTION BAR

Made of high-strength stainless steel.

SMALL WINDSHIELD

Gives the F 800 GS a sportier look.

TOURING WINDSHIELD

Offers better protection against wind and weather

for greater comfort, especially on long journeys.

WIND DEFLECTOR

Offers improved protection against

wind and weather by diverting the ³ ow

of air around the sides of the rider.

FACTORY-FITTED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

LOW SEAT

The low seat is a no-cost option that makes

it easier for feet to touch the ground.

LED INDICATORS

Give the bike a racier look. Also available as a

retro² ttable accessory option.

ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM

For extra securit y and peace of mind.

Can be ar med and disarmed by the rider.

91-OCTANE FUEL MAPPING

This no-cost option allows the bike

to run on lower-grade fuel – useful when

exploring remoter corners of the planet.

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BMW Motorrad

F 800 GS

The models illustrated in this brochure show the speci² cations for Germany. In part, they include optional equipment and accessories not ² tted as standard. According to the speci² c requirements of other markets, alterations in models and equipment as described here may occur. For detailed information on the range of

Rider Equipment and accessories available in your country, please contact your BMW Motorrad dealer. Subject to change in design and equipment. Subject to error. © BMW Motorrad, UX-VM-2, Munich, Germany. Not to be reproduced, wholly or in part, without written permission of BMW AG, Munich. This brochure has been