Adventure Motorcycles
2009BMW F 650 GS
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The 2009 BMW F 650 GS is a versatile middleweight adventure bike ideal for riders seeking accessible off-road capability with street manners. Its 798cc liquid-cooled twin delivers 69.7 hp with strong low-end torque, making it equally comfortable tackling unpaved terrain or daily commuting. Known for reliability and user-friendly handling, it bridges the gap between pure adventure bikes and standard motorcycles.
- Capacity
- 798.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 179.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 69.7 HP (51.3 kW) @ 7000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile all-rounder for commuting, light touring, and occasional gravel or unpaved road excursions rather than serious off-roading or performance riding.
- Built for
- A friendly, unintimidating machine that favors relaxed torque delivery and stable handling over outright excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders chasing high-speed thrills, aggressive cornering performance, or hardcore 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
- 69.7 HP (51.3 kW) @ 7000 RPM
- EPA Certificate No.
- 9BMXC0.80K7X-003
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.4 CO g/km
- Torque
- 75.0 Nm (7.6 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3894 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 82.0 x 75.6 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- 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 width
- 872 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 179.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 199.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.00 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
- Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
- Front wheel travel
- 180 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 170 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 92 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 265 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 110/80-19
- Rear tyre
- 140/80-17
Other
- Color options
- Flame red, Iceberg silver metallic
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
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 | 2001 | 2004 | 2007 | 2009 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc | 798 cc | 798 cc |
| Dry weight | 193 kg | 193 kg | 175 kg | 179 kg | 179 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17.3 L | 17.3 L | 17.3 L | 16 L | 16 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 3 recalls may applySERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISCOct 2010 · 10V496000
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2008 THROUGH 2010 F 650 GS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 11, 2008, THROUGH DECEMBER 8, 2009. A WASHER MAY INTERFERE WITH THE FRONT DISC BRAKE FASTENERS' TORQUE. AS A RESULT, OVER TIME, A FASTENER OR MUTIPLE FASTENERS COULD BECOME LOOSE, ALLOWING THE BRAKE DISC TO BECOME LOOSE.
Risk: A LOOSE BRAKE DISC MAY INTERFERE WITH PROPER BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
POWER TRAINJun 2010 · 10V274000
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGDec 2009 · 09V499000
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.
These recalls cover some 2009 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all BMW recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW F 650 GS?
The 2009 BMW F 650 GS has a Capacity of 798.0 ccm (48.70 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW F 650 GS have?
The 2009 BMW F 650 GS has a Power of 69.7 HP (51.3 kW) @ 7000 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW F 650 GS have?
The 2009 BMW F 650 GS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW F 650 GS?
The 2009 BMW F 650 GS has a Torque of 75.0 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.3 ft.lbs).
How much does the BMW F 650 GS weigh?
The 2009 BMW F 650 GS has a Dry weight of 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds).
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