2009BMW F 800 R

★ 5.0

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The 2009 BMW F 800 R is a middleweight naked bike that appeals to riders seeking a balance of performance and practicality. Its 798cc parallel-twin engine delivers 87 horsepower with agile handling and fuel-injected reliability, making it ideal for both daily commuting and spirited road riding.

Capacity: 798.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 177.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 87.0 HP (64.0 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering75%

City riding78%

Daily riding82%

Touring55%

Two-up55%

Track45%

Best for: A versatile naked roadster built for everyday commuting, weekend fun, and light sport riding rather than dedicated touring or off-road use.
Built for: A responsive parallel-twin roadster that feels light and eager in corners, with enough midrange torque for confident real-world riding.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking long-distance touring comfort, pillion luxury, or any serious off-road capability.

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

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 BMW F 800 R, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning 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: 87.0 HP (64.0 kW)
Torque: 86.0 Nm (8.8 kgf-m)
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4915 HP/kg (dry)
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

Performance

Top speed: 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1520 mm
Overall length: 2145 mm
Overall width: 905 mm
Overall height: 1160 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Dry weight: 177.0 kg
Wet weight: 199.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 2.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Bridge-type aluminium frame, load-bearing engine
Front suspension: Telescopic fork, 43 mm
Rear suspension: Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with eccentric adjustment for rear axle, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Front wheel travel: 125 mm
Rear wheel travel: 125 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.8°
Trail: 95 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Optional ABS
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: White aluminium metallic matt, Orange, white/black

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2009	2012	2014	2017	2019
Capacity	798 cc	798 cc	800 cc	798 cc	798 cc
Dry weight	177 kg	177 kg	177 kg	177 kg	177 kg
Seat height	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	790 mm	770 mm
Fuel capacity	16 L	16 L	16 L	15 L	15 L