2009 BMW G 650 Xcountry

2009 BMW G 650 Xcountry pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2009
Parent Company
BMW
Dealers
Generic Type (Primary)
On-Off Road
Make
BMW
Display Name
G 650 Xcountry
Manufacturer Country
Italy
Introduction Year
2007
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Price
Standard
MSRP
$7,500
Destination Charge
495
Warranty (Months/Condition)
36 / Limited
Basic Warranty (Miles)
36000
Engine
Standard
Engine Brand Name
Rotax®
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower RPM
7000
Torque RPM
5250
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Requirements
Premium
Carburetion
Standard
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Speed Governor
No
Horsepower (bhp)
53
Torque (Nm)
59.7
Bore (mm/in)
100 / 3.94
Stroke (in/mm)
3.27 / 83
Displacement (cc/ci)
652 / 39.8
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Overdrive
Yes
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.94
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Performance
Standard
Length (in/mm)
86 / 2184.4
Width (in/mm)
35.7 / 906.8
Wheelbase (in/mm)
59 / 1498.6
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
326 / 147.9
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
352.7 / 160
GVWR (lbs)
739
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
2.5 / 9.5
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
1 / 3.8
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2
Construction
Standard
Frame
Aluminum / Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Foot Pegs
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Hand Grips
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Handlebar Pads
Optional
Exterior Guards
Standard
Belt Guard
No
Brush Guard
No
Chain Guard
Yes
Chassis Protectors
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Engine Case Guard
Yes
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Fork Guards
No
Hand Guards
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Fuel Tank Cover
No
Radiator Cover
No
Side Cover
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Skid Plate
Standard
Steering Control
Handlebar
Front Suspension Brand Name
Marzocchi
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Air Adjustable
No
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.8 / 45
Front Travel (in/mm)
9.4 / 238.8
Rear Travel (in/mm)
8.3 / 210.8
Wheels
Standard
Wheels Composition
Steel
Chromed
No
Tube / Tubeless
Tubed
Tires
Standard
Front Tire Width
100
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Wheel Diameter
19
Rear Tire Width
130
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Wheel Width (in)
2.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
3
Front Tire (Full Spec)
100/90 R19
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
130/80 R17
Brakes
Standard
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Anti-Lock Brakes
Optional
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.8 / 300
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
9.5 / 241
Seat Type
One-Piece
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Seat Material
Vinyl
Adjustable
No
Folding
No
Seat Specifications
Standard
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Seat Height (in/mm)
33.1 / 840.7
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Trip Computer
Optional
Compass
Optional
Navigation System
Optional
GPS
Optional
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Multi-Lingual Instrumentation
Standard
Tank Bag
Optional
Underseat Storage
Standard
Rear Rack
Standard
Rear Rack Storage
Optional
Map Holder
Optional
Type
Halogen
Headlight (s)
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield
Optional
Power Outlet
Optional
Adjustable Levers
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Optional
Paint
Standard
User Reviews
4 reviews
  • BMW G 650 XCountry
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 31, 2010

    A light, functional motorcycle with just the right amount of advanced technology such as ABS. Works very well on paved toads (both highways and backroads) and has the ability (tires, clearance, suspension travel, footpegs and muffler positioning) to handle minor off-road situations. It offers a comfortable, ...

    There are noticeable shortcomings. One is the small gas tank that requires frequent refueling. Another is the lack of storage space, but there is an accessory tank bag and a rear carrier that BMW has designed and offers for the bike.

    The single cylinder is large enough to be aurally pleasing when pushed. It is a good-looking machine that is clearly a modern design but not at all outlandish or screaming to be noticed.

    The incentives that BMW has provided make this interesting and low-priced bike a real bargain. I have owned over a dozen motorcycles over the past four decades and this is one of the most comfortable and fun-generating machines I have owned. It is certainly not a speedster but can handle its own in highway traffic. It does not and cannot compete with dedicated sport tourers, sport bikes or cruisers, but is a neat, economical, capable, "scrambler" alternative to the mid-sized, Japanese and British standards.

    It would be a great bike for beginners but can be a relaxing ride for the experienced biker.

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  • If you don't mind people trying to talk to you in traffic...
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 30, 2009

    Get this bike. I bought my G 650 X country about 2 months ago people stop and admire it constantly. It looks classy and interesting. The bike is covered in quality parts and it is just a blast to ride. I live in Hawaii and there is a nice winding road that leads to a lookout behind my house. The ...

    The BMW G 650 X Country will go down in history as one of their classics. It looks classic and the thought and love that went in to it is evident on sight. So far in 2 months I have had 3 people paying me compliments in traffic and way to many to count when it's parked or when I am filling it up with gas. Also worth noting is that the picures I have seen on the web, just don't do it justice.

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  • Adventure "lite"
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 17, 2009

    This bike echoes the scrambler-type bikes of the 70's. Plenty of fun on pavement, and decent on dirt roads too. Suspension a little light for bigger riders/loads, and the headlight's not much use at night. Handling is great, and where else can you get a 350-lb bike with ABS? Had mine for a year ...

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  • in 1 year, 12000 chiloms, 4 major problems
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 03, 2009

    1.Heavy Gears till they stuck !

    2.Bad fuel burning? Engine turns off when not worm and not only then.

    3.Tube from fridge fluids came off spilling liquids on my left trouser

    4.Battery just left me unexpectedly as I was reaching a crossroad, lights started flashing abnormally! ...

    5. When I speed more than 120 Kiloms per hour, my hands get numb.

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