BMW F 800 GS - 2008 Specifications and Reviews
The 2008 BMW F 800 GS is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking on-road comfort with genuine off-road capability. Its balanced 798cc twin engine delivers 84 horsepower with user-friendly power delivery, making it ideal for both novice and experienced adventurers. The F 800 GS is celebrated for its lightweight chassis, manageable seat height, and exceptional fuel efficiency, establishing itself as a modern classic in the adventure touring segment.
General information | |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | BMW F 800 GS |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-K) |
| Bore x stroke | 82.0 x 75.6 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 83.00 |
| Power | 84.48 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Twin |
| Capacity: | 798.00 ccm (48.69 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,578 mm (62.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 872 mm (34.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,320 mm (91.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,915 mm (75.4 inches) |
| Seat height | 880 mm (34.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 207.0 kg (456.4 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 185.0 kg (407.9 pounds) |
BMW F 800 GS dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional ABS |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Optional ABS |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 150/70-17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/90-21 |
| Rear suspension travel | 215 mm (8.5 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminium dual swing arm, WAD strut (travel related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable |
| Front suspension travel | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Front suspension | Upside-down front fork, 45 mm |
| Trail | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
| Frame type | Tubular steel space frame, load-bearing engine |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4566 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles) | 3.80 litres (1.00 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) |
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⚠ Safety Recalls (3)
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 F650 GS AND F 800 GS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 27, 2007 THROUGH MARCH 30, 2009. THE DRIVE CHAINS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, OVER TIME THE DRIVE CHAIN COULD BREAK.
Risk: IF THE BROKEN CHAIN BECOMES TRAPPED BETWEEN THE REAR WHEEL AND THE FRAME, THE REAR WHEEL COULD LOCK UP, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVE CHAIN AND SPROCKETS ON THE AFFECTED MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 F650 GS AND F800 GS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 2008 AND DECEMBER 2009. DURING ENGINE OPERATION, A VACUUM IS CREATED IN ORDER TO DRAW FRESH AIR INTO THE CANISTER. THIS AIR THEN MIXES WITH THE FUEL VAPORS CAPTURED BY THE CANISTER, AND IS SUBSEQUENTLY COMBUSTED. DUE TO THE ROUTING OF THE VENTILATION HOSE, WATER NEAR THE END OF THE HOSE COULD BE DRAWN INTO THE CHARCOAL CANISTER.
Risk: WATER COULD FLOW INTO THE CANISTER CAUSING A STALLING CONDITION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ADD AN ADDITIONAL HOSE AND ROUTE IT SUCH THAT THE PRESENT DEFECT IS PREVENTED. THIS REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
BMW IS RECALLING 509 MY 2008 F650 GS AND F800 GS MOTORCYCLES. THE TIGHTENING OF THE CHAIN SPROCKET FASTENERS MAY HAVE RESULTED IN VARIOUS LEVELS OF TORQUE BEING APPLIED.
Risk: IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE FASTENERS TO WORK LOOSE FROM THE SPROCKET, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL LOOSEN AND INSPECT THE CHAIN SPROCKET FASTENERS. THOSE THAT HAVE BEEN DAMAGED WILL BE REPLACED. IN ALL CASES, THE FASTENERS WILL BE RETIGHTENED. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
Source: NHTSA. View all BMW recalls →
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