The BMW F 800 R

Fun, fun, fun or: this is what motorcycling is about.
The BMW F 800 R.

This is definitely the hottest naked bike generation since the BMW K1300R. After all, a refined 2-cylinder bike like this state-of-the-art roadster is simply sexy: light, stylish, fit. A state-of-the-art product with a totally cool design, the perfect combination of pure riding pleasure with a high degree of suitability for everyday use. A 798 cc 2-cylinder entirely wrapped in black: it doesn’t just look cool, it sounds cool too. And it has pulling power.

The well-known and highly economical parallel twin provides real enjoyment. 86 Nm of torque is outstanding in this category – as is 87 bhp. Especially since it is available within a very practical engine speed range. In other words, this bike offers excellent ridability; and the BMW F 800 R offers a range which will please old hands and newcomers alike. Ergonomics which suit everyone, a firm, stable chassis and a perfectly balanced geometry round off this cool package: great handling for the city and ultra-stable for travelling at higher speeds on country roads.

With this much fun, the optional ABS is a welcome extra too, as are other features such as LED technology, styling parts, various intelligent luggage solutions – and of course the test ride. And don’t forget: the bike is also available with 34 bhp!

And finally: it’s a BMW – and a pretty cool one, too.

Specifications:

Engine

Type	Water-cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, four valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts, dry sump lubrication
Bore x stroke	82 mm x 75.6 mm
Capacity	798 ccm
Rated output	64 kW (87 hp) at 8.000 rpm (output reduction 25 kW (34 hp) at 6.000 rpm possible)
Max. torque	86 Nm at 6.000 rpm (performance reduction: 58 Nm at 3.250 rpm)
Compression ratio	12,0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management	Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-KP)
Emission control	Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed	Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h	3,6 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h	4,8 l
Fuel type	Unleaded super, minimum octane rating 95 (RON)

Electrical system

Alternator	three-phase alternator 400 W
Battery	12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission

Clutch	Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Gearbox	Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated into crankcase
Drive	Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub

Chassis / brakes

Frame	Bridge-type aluminium frame, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension	Telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension	Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear	125 mm / 125 mm
Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Castor	90.7 mm
Steering head angle	65°
Wheels	Cast aluminium
Rim, front	3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear	5.50 x 17"
Tyres, front	120/70 ZR 17
Tyres, rear	180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front	Twin disc, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear	Single disc, diameter 265 mm, single-piston floating caliper
ABS	Optional extra: BMW Motorrad ABS

Dimensions / weights

Length	2,145 mm
Width (incl. mirrors)	905 mm
Height (excl. mirrors)	1,160 mm
Seat height, unladen weight	800 mm (low seat: 775 mm, high seat: 825 mm)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight	1,770 mm (low seat: 1,720 mm, high seat: 1,820 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1)	199 kg
Dry weight 2)	177 kg
Permitted total weight	405 kg
Payload (with standard equipment)	206 kg
Usable tank volume	16,0 l
Reserve	approx. 4.0 l

Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)

1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume
2) Unladen weight without fluids

Reference: bmw.com