2012 BMW G 650 GS

BMW G 650 GS 2012


2012 BMW G 650 GS specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

BMW's profilation of this bike
The brand new G 650 GS provides levels of performance, smoothness and economy that have never been produced before by a single cylinder engine. In BMW Motorrad’s quest to prove that we are the most innovative manufacturer, the G 650 GS has a top quality assortment of accessories available, including the option of ABS and heated grips.

General information
Model BMW G 650 GS
Model year 2012
Category Enduro / offroad
Price as newUS$ 7850. UK £ 5250. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.9  Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 652.0 ccm (39.79 cubic inches)
Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power output 48.0 HP (35.0 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Top speed 170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Compression 11.5:1
Bore x stroke 100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMW engine management, twin spark ignition
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication system Dry sump
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Driveline Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub
Fuel consumption 3.20 litres/100 km (31.3 km/l or 73.51 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 74.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission details Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Bridge-type steel section frame with bolted on rear section
Rake (fork angle) 28.1°
Trail 113 mm (4.4 inches)
Front suspension Telescopic fork, 41mm diameter, fork stabiliser
Front wheel travel 170 mm (6.7 inches)
Rear suspension Box-section steel dual swing-arm, central spring strut operated by lever system, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at hand wheel, rebound damping adjustable
Rear wheel travel 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Front tire 110/80-R19
Rear tire 140/80-R17
Front brakes Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off.
Diameter 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off.
Diameter 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminium
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.2743 HP/kg
Seat height 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Overall length 2165 mm (85.2 inches)
Overall width 920 mm (36.2 inches)
Wheelbase 1477 mm (58.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Red, white
Starter Electric
Electrical 12 V/ 12 Ah battery.
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