BMW F 650GS (2001)

BMW F 650GS (2001)

The BMW F 650GS – a dual-purpose motorcycle that embodies the perfect blend of on-road comfort and off-road capability. Its 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine, featuring Electronic Fuel Injection, delivers a satisfying 50 horsepower and 60 Nm of torque, making it an ideal companion for both urban commuting and adventurous escapades.

The F 650GS boasts a robust steel frame, paired with a 41 mm telescopic fork and adjustable shock absorber, providing exceptional handling and control on a variety of terrain. Its braking system, featuring dual-piston and single-piston calipers, ensures confident stopping power.

With its lightweight wire-spoke wheels and small luggage rack, the F 650GS is perfectly suited for riders who crave both practicality and excitement. And with its continuously adjustable suspension, riders can fine-tune the bike to suit their preferred riding style.

The result is a motorcycle that is as at home on the twisties as it is on the trail – a true adventure machine that’s just as happy to tackle the daily commute as it is to devour miles of rugged terrain. And with BMW’s reputation for quality and reliability, the F 650GS is a sound investment for any rider looking to explore the world on two wheels.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity652 cc / 39.8 cub. in.
Max Power37.3 kw / 50 hp
Max Torque60 Nm / 6.12 kgf-m / 44.25 lb-ft. @ 5200 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity4.6 US gallons / 17.3 L
Seat Height30.7 inches / 780 mm
BMW F 650GS (2001)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelBMW F 650GS
Year2001

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement652 cc / 39.8 cub. in.
Bore x Stroke100 x 83mm
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Max Horsepower37.3 kw / 50 hp
Max Torque60 Nm / 6.12 kgf-m / 44.25 lb-ft. @ 5200 rpm
Engine Management SystemFuel induction
Lubrication SystemDry sump
Cooling SystemLiquid cooled

Performance

Top Speed183.4 km/h / 114 mph

Transmission

ClutchMultiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Gearbox5 Speed
Gear Ratios1st 2.75 / 2nd 1.75 / 3rd 1.31 / 4th 1.05 / 5th 0.88:1
Final DriveChain

Electrical & Electronics System

Battery12V / 12Ah
StarterElectric

Chassis & Suspension

Frame TypeBridge-type steel section frame with bolted-on rear section
Front Suspension41mm Telescopic fork with stabilizer bridge
Front Suspension Travel6.6 inches / 170 mm
Rear SuspensionSpring setting and rebound stage damping continuously adjustable
Rear Suspension Travel6.4 inches / 165 mm
Trail60.8

Wheels & Brakes

WheelsWire spoke wheels
Front Tire Size100/90-19
Rear Tire Size130/80-17
Front BrakesSingle ∅300mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Rear BrakesSingle ∅240mm disc, 1 piston caliper

Dimension & Weights

Overall Length2175 mm / 85.6 in.
Overall Width910 mm / 35.8 in.
Overall Height1265 mm / 49.8 in.
Seat Height30.7 inches / 780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity4.6 US gallons / 17.3 L
Dry Weight176 kg / 388 lbs.

Features

  • Four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
  • Spring setting and rebound stage damping continuously adjustable
  • Upper fairing with a small windscreen
  • Small headlight
  • One-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles
  • Small luggage rack
  • Under-seat-mounted exhaust system
  • Lightweight wire-spoke wheels
  • Steel frame
  • 41 mm telescopic fork on the front
  • Adjustable shock absorber on the rear
  • 300 mm disc coupled to a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel
  • 240 mm disc squeezed by a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel
  • 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine
  • Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system
  • 50 hp output power
  • 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque
  • Maximum strength at 6,800 rpm
  • Maximum torque at 5,200 rpm
BMW F 650GS (2001)

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