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2009 BMW F 800 GS

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Identification
Model Type	On-Off Road
BASE MSRP(US)	$10,995.00
Dealers	BMW Dealers
Warranty	36
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Engine:
Engine Type	Parallel Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)	85 / 63.4
Horsepower RPM	7500
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)	62 / 84.1
Torque RPM	5750
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Bore (mm/in)	82 / 3.23
Stroke (mm/in)	75 / 2.96
Displacement (cc/ci)	798 / 48.7
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Starter	Electric
Battery Amp Hour	14
Fuel Requirements	Premium
Emissions Standards	Meets Euro 3 Emissions
Ram Air Induction	No
Fuel Type	Gas
Alternator Watts	400
Fuel Injector	Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)	46
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Overdrive	Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)	Gear
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)	2.46 / 1.75 / 1.38 / 1.17 / 1.04 / 0.96
Reverse	No
Final Drive Ratio	2.63
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Front Wheel Width (in)	2.15
Rear Wheel Width (in)	4.25
Chromed	No
Front Tire Width	90
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	90
Front Tire Speed Rating	V
Front Wheel Diameter	21
Rear Tire Width	150
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	70
Rear Tire Speed Rating	V
Rear Wheel Diameter	17
Front Tire (Full Spec)	90/90 R21 54V
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	150/70 R17 69V
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.8 / 300
Front Caliper Pistons	4
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	10.4 / 265
Rear Caliper Pistons	2
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)	1.8 / 45
Front Travel (in/mm)	9 / 228.6
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping	No
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Rear Suspension Type	Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)	8.5 / 215
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	1
Rear Suspension Material	Aluminum
Air Adjustable	No
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	7.58
Width (in/mm)	34.2 / 868.7
Wheelbase (in/mm)	62.1 / 1577.3
Length (ft/ft)	7
Length (ft/in)	7
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	392 / 177.8
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)	455 / 206.4
GVWR (lbs/kgs)	975 / 442.3
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.2 / 16
Top Speed (km/h)	200
Redline RPM	124
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	2.04
Horsepower To Weight (hp)	0.22
Seats:
Seat Type	One-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	34.6 / 878.8
Number Of Seats	2
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Steel
Hand Grip Material	Rubber
Foot Peg Material	Steel
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Adjustable	Yes
Brake Rotor / Caliper Guard	No
Chain Guard	Yes
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Fork Guards	Yes
Saddle Bag Guard	No
Tank Guard	No
Belt Guard	Yes
Brush Guard	No
Heel Guards	No
Exhaust Guard	Yes
Light Guard	No
Brake Line Cover	Yes
Choke Knob Cover	No
Drive Shaft Cover	No
Fork Caps	No
Carburetor Cover	No
Front Fender Material	Plastic
Rear Fender	Standard
Top Crown Material	Aluminum
Stand Type	Kick
Handlebars	Standard
Upper Fairing	Standard
Skid Plate	Standard
License Plate	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Service Reminder	Standard
Pricing:
Warranty (Condition)	Limited
Destination Charge	495
Zero Price Schema	0
NADA Value Average	6725
NADA Value Low	6035
NADA Value High	8130
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	On-Off Road
Manufacturer Country	Germany
Introduction Year	2008
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
MIC Model Segment	OFF-HWY Enduro / Other Over 125cc
NADATrimID	32903
CRS -> NADA Map	6200024059
Mounts:
Windshield Mounts	Standard
Paint & Finish:
Paint	Standard
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard
Windshield Lowers	No
Height Adjustable	Yes
Tinted	No
Height	Mid
Storage:
Rear Rack	Standard
Lights:
Headlight Mounts	Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Convenience:
Engine Immobilizer	Standard
Adjustable Levers	Standard
Handlebar Lock	Standard

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By ROB MAC(Owner), Nov. 10, 2008

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By Duane Martin(Owner), Nov. 14, 2008

I have owned one of these and the very identical 650 since mid Aug of 08. I am 6-1 and in the 190lb range. These bikes, for the money is some what lame. No ajustable forks? pipes hang too low (for serious off road), I dented the pipes on the 650 already. None ajustable rear brake pedal. There are a ... Read Full Review

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Great Adventure Bike

By mnb(Owner), May. 21, 2009

While it's a bit large for gnarly single track, it's quite capable off road and yet can still tick off miles on the pavement quite well.

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Glad it's coming to the States!

By Griffin(Enthusiast), Aug. 26, 2008

I had a chance to ride an F800GS while I was visiting my cousin in Germany. I don\'t know why it took BMW to bring it over here to the States, but I\'m glad they finally did! Read Full Review

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