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BMW F 800 GS Triple Black - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 BMW F 800 GS Triple Black is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking a capable all-rounder for both on-road and light off-road exploration. Known for its manageable weight, reliability, and practical ergonomics with adjustable seat heights ranging from 765mm to 880mm, it excels as an accessible entry point into adventure touring. The 800cc engine delivers balanced performance while the wire-spoke wheels and 16-liter fuel capacity provide the durability and range expected from the GS lineage.
2012
General information | |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | BMW F 800 GS Triple Black |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Complete stainless steel exhaust system |
| Emission details | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3 |
| Greenhouse gases | 88.2 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 3.80 litres/100 km (26.3 km/l or 61.90 mpg) |
| Driveline | Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub |
| Clutch | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-K) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 82.0 x 75.6 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 83.00 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) @ 5750 |
| Power | 48.00 |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 798.00 ccm (48.69 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Wire spoke |
| Rear brakes diameter | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off. |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 150/70-V17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/90-V21 |
| Rear suspension travel | 215 mm (8.5 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Double sided aluminium 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 |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 litres (1.06 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,578 mm (62.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 945 mm (37.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,320 mm (91.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,350 mm (53.1 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Seat height | 880 mm (34.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2595 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 207.0 kg (456.4 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 185.0 kg (407.9 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Blata is from the Czech Republic. |
| Light | 12V 55W headlight |
| Wheelbase | 1,345 mm (53.0 inches) |
| Rear tyre | 130/70-17 |
| Front tyre | 100/80-17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm with Sachs shock absorber |
| Front wheel travel | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Marzocchi hydraulic fork |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Torque | 10.60 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.8 ft.lbs) @ 8500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Capacity: | 124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) |
| Color options | Granite Grey Metallic/Black/Nurburg Silver Metallic |
| Electrical | 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free battery. |
| Starter | Electric |
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