2012BMW F 800 GS Trophy

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The 2012 BMW F 800 GS Trophy is a rugged adventure bike designed for experienced riders seeking serious off-road capability combined with practical touring range. Known for its lightweight construction, wire-spoke wheels, and adjustable seat height, it excels in remote terrain and long-distance exploration. The Trophy variant emphasizes durability and versatility for demanding riders.

Capacity: 798.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 185.0 kg
Seat height: 880 mm
Power: 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail82%

Cornering65%

City riding55%

Daily riding65%

Touring78%

Two-up60%

Track30%

Best for: Designed as a versatile adventure-touring machine that blends genuine offroad capability with long-distance comfort.
Built for: A rugged, purposeful adventure bike with a torquey parallel-twin character that favors real-world usability over outright speed.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp sportbike performance or an easy, low-slung commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

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Units

At 880mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2012 BMW F 800 GS Trophy, with a moderate knee angle of around 95 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 798.0 ccm
Power: 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)
Torque: 83.0 Nm (8.5 kgf-m) @ 5750 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.80 litres/100 km (26.3 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2595 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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1578 mm
Overall length: 2320 mm
Overall width: 945 mm
Overall height: 1350 mm
Seat height: 880 mm
Dry weight: 185.0 kg
Wet weight: 207.0 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: Upside-down front fork, 45 mm
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 wheel travel: 230 mm
Rear wheel travel: 215 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 117 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double 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: 90/90-V21
Rear tyre: 150/70-V17

Other

Color options: Desert Blue non-metallic/Alpine White

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	2012	2014	2015	2017	2018
Capacity	798 cc	798 cc	798 cc	798 cc	798 cc
Dry weight	185 kg	185 kg	185 kg	185 kg	185 kg
Seat height	880 mm	880 mm	880 mm	880 mm	880 mm
Fuel capacity	16 L	16 L	16 L	16 L	16 L