The BMW F 650 Funduro, a revolutionary new entry-level machine that shatters the traditional BMW price ceiling. With its four-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC engine and 4 valves per cylinder, this bike delivers impressive performance and refinement.
Its dual-purpose nature makes it equally at home on both road and dirt, and its steel frame and deltabox swing-arm provide a suitably rigid and responsive platform for both on- and off-road adventures.
But what truly sets the F 650 apart is its practicality – a four-gallon tank, wide and clear mirrors, and a broad dual-seat with built-in carrier and pillion grab-handles make it an ideal companion for both daily commutes and weekend getaways.
And it’s on days like this, when the roads are slippery and the sun is low, that you truly appreciate the traditional BMW comforts that come with this machine: a big fairing, ABS brakes, and heated handlebars. And that’s what makes the BMW F 650 Funduro an unforgettable riding experience.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
652 cc / 39.8 cub. in.
Max Power
35 kw / 48 hp
Max Torque
57 Nm / 5.8 kgf-m / 42 lb-ft. @ 5200 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
412.3 lbs / 187 kg
Seat Height
31.5 inches / 800 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMW F 650 Funduro
Year
1996
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement
652 cc / 39.8 cub. in.
Bore x Stroke
100 x 83mm
Compression Ratio
8.8:1
Max Horsepower
35 kw / 48 hp
Max Torque
57 Nm / 5.8 kgf-m / 42 lb-ft. @ 5200 rpm
Engine Management System
2 x ∅33mm Mikuni carbs
Lubrication System
Dry sump
Performance
Top Speed
165.2 km/h / 102.7 mph
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Multi plate in oil
Gearbox
5 Speed
Final Drive
Chain
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Single loop tubular with bolt on trussing
Front Suspension
41 mm Telescopic forks non adjustable.
Front Suspension Travel
6.7 inches / 170 mm
Rear Suspension
Rising rate monoshock preload adjustable.
Rear Suspension Travel
6.5 inches / 165 mm
Wheels & Brakes
Front Wheel/Rim Size
2.5 x 19
Front Tire Size
100/90 -19
Rear Wheel/Rim Size
3.0 x 17
Rear Tire Size
130/80 -17
Front Brakes
Single ∅300mm disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes
Single ∅210mm disc 1 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Overall Length
2180 mm / 86.2 in.
Overall Width
880 mm / 34.6 in.
Overall Height
1220 mm / 48 in.
Seat Height
31.5 inches / 800 mm
Ground Clearance
800 mm / 31.5 in.
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
412.3 lbs / 187 kg
Features
Four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Dual-purpose nature
Entry-level machine
Priced competitively at £140 more than Honda’s NX650 Dominator
Steel frame with engine as a stressed member
Steel deltabox swing-arm
Sufficiently rigid chassis for road riding
170mm of axle movement at the front
165mm of axle movement at the rear
Wide and clear mirrors
Broad dual-seat with built-in carrier and pillion grab-handles
Four-gallon tank for well over 150 miles range
Practical roadster for town and long trips
Chain final drive
Built in Italy using components from Austria, Italy, and Japan
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