2012BMW G 650 GS Sertao

★ 3.0

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The 2012 BMW G 650 GS Sertao is a lightweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking accessible dual-sport capability. Known for its manageable seat height, agile handling, and proven reliability, it excels both on-road and off-road for exploratory touring. Wire-spoke wheels and switchable ABS provide versatile performance across varied terrain.

Capacity: 652.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 175.0 kg
Seat height: 860 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%

Cornering60%

City riding60%

Daily riding62%

Touring58%

Two-up35%

Track25%

Best for: Built primarily for enduro and light offroad adventure riding with reasonable capability as a daily commuter.
Built for: A rugged, no-nonsense single-cylinder adventure bike that rewards a relaxed, exploratory riding style over outright speed.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for riders seeking high-speed highway cruising, plush two-up touring comfort, or track-focused performance.

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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At 860mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2012 BMW G 650 GS Sertao, 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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Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 652.0 ccm
Power: 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)
EPA Certificate No.: CBMXC0.65R13-002
EPA CO Emissions: 0.6 CO g/km
Torque: 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.20 litres/100 km (31.3 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2743 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression: 11.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated

Performance

Top speed: 169.0 km/h (105.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1477 mm
Overall length: 2165 mm
Overall width: 920 mm
Overall height: 1390 mm
Seat height: 860 mm
Dry weight: 175.0 kg
Wet weight: 192.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 14.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Bridge-type steel section frame with bolted on rear section
Front suspension: Telescopic fork, 41mm diameter, fork stabiliser
Rear suspension: Box-section steel dual swing-arm, central spring strut operated by lever system, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at hand wheel, rebound damping adjustable
Front wheel travel: 170 mm
Rear wheel travel: 140 mm
Rake (fork angle): 28.1°
Trail: 113 mm