Adventure Motorcycles
2012BMW F 650 GS SE
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The 2012 BMW F 650 GS SE is a lightweight adventure bike ideally suited for beginner and intermediate riders seeking accessible off-road capability. Known for its manageable weight, low seat height options, and reliable single-cylinder engine, it excels as an affordable entry point into adventure touring. Its compact dimensions and accessible ergonomics make it popular for commuting and weekend exploration.
- Capacity
- 798.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 184.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 48.0 HP
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile do-it-all machine, equally happy commuting through city traffic, cruising backroads, or tackling light gravel and dirt trails.
- Built for
- A friendly, unintimidating middleweight enduro that prioritizes usability and low-speed control over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed thrills, aggressive cornering performance, or serious technical 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
- CO2 Emissions
- 3 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 75.0 Nm (7.6 kgf-m) @ 4500 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2609 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 82.0 x 75.6 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- 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 height
- 1240 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 184.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 203.0 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. ABS. Can be switched off.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Can be switched off.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 265 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/80-H19
- Rear tyre
- 140/80-H17
Other
- Color options
- Yellow/black
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW F 650 GS SE?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS SE has a Capacity of 798.0 ccm (48.70 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW F 650 GS SE have?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS SE has a Power of 48.0 HP.
How many gears does the BMW F 650 GS SE have?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS SE has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW F 650 GS SE?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS SE 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 SE weigh?
The 2012 BMW F 650 GS SE has a Dry weight of 184.0 kg (405.7 pounds).
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