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BMW F 800 R - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 BMW F 800 R is a middleweight naked bike that appeals to experienced riders seeking a versatile, confidence-inspiring machine. Known for its responsive parallel-twin engine and agile handling characteristics, it excels both in daily commuting and spirited road riding. The bike's upright ergonomics and manageable seat height make it approachable while maintaining the performance and build quality BMW is renowned for.
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | BMW F 800 R |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3 |
| Greenhouse gases | 83.5 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 3.60 litres/100 km (27.8 km/l or 65.34 mpg) |
| Driveline | O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub |
| Clutch | Gearbox |
| 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-KP) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 82.0 x 75.6 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 86.00 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) @ 6000 |
| Power | 85.83 |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 798.00 ccm (48.69 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium |
| Rear brakes diameter | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminium double sided swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable |
| Front suspension travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork, 43 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm (3.6 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.0° |
| Frame type | Bridge-type aluminium 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 | 1,520 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 905 mm (35.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,145 mm (84.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,160 mm (45.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4849 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 177.0 kg (390.2 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 | White/black, red/white, silver |
| Electrical | 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free battery. |
| Starter | Electric |
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