Adventure Motorcycles
2012BMW F 650 GS
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The 2012 BMW F 650 GS is an accessible middleweight adventure bike ideal for riders seeking versatility and ease of handling. Known for its manageable weight, comfortable ergonomics with adjustable seat height, and dependable single-cylinder performance, it excels both on-road and light off-road use. Its practical fuel capacity and user-friendly features make it perfect for touring and commuting alike.
- Capacity
- 798.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 179.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 BMW F 650 GS
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 69.7 HP (51.3 kW) @ 7000 RPM | 48.0 HP (35.3 kW) |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile all-rounder for commuting, light touring, and occasional gravel or unpaved road excursions rather than serious off-roading or performance riding.
- Built for
- A friendly, unintimidating machine that favors relaxed torque delivery and stable handling over outright excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders chasing high-speed thrills, aggressive cornering performance, or hardcore off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 798.0 ccm
- Power
- 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 86 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- CBMXC0.80K7X-003
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.4 CO g/km
- Torque
- 75.0 Nm (7.6 kgf-m) @ 4500 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.70 litres/100 km (27.0 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2682 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 82.0 x 75.6 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Performance
- Top speed
- 185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1575 mm
- Overall length
- 2280 mm
- Overall width
- 890 mm
- Overall height
- 1240 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 179.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 199.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular steel space frame, load-bearing engine
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork, 41 mm
- Rear suspension
- Double sided aluminium swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel
- Front wheel travel
- 180 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 170 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 92 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 265 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 110/80-H19
- Rear tyre
- 140/80-H17
Other
- Color options
- Yellow/black, blue, white
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2001 | 2004 | 2007 | 2009 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc | 798 cc | 798 cc |
| Dry weight | 193 kg | 193 kg | 175 kg | 179 kg | 179 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17.3 L | 17.3 L | 17.3 L | 16 L | 16 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW F 650 GS?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS has a Capacity of 798.0 ccm (48.70 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW F 650 GS have?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS has a Power of 48.0 HP (35.3 kW).
How many gears does the BMW F 650 GS have?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW F 650 GS?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS has a Torque of 75.0 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.3 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM.
How much does the BMW F 650 GS weigh?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS has a Dry weight of 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds).
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