Adventure Motorcycles
2012BMW G 650 GS
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The 2012 BMW G 650 GS is a lightweight adventure bike ideal for riders seeking accessible off-road capability and everyday practicality. Known for its manageable 175 kg dry weight, comfortable seating, and reliable performance, it excels as an entry-level dual-sport suited to both novice and experienced adventurers exploring varied terrain.
- Capacity
- 652.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 175.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 48.0 HP (35.3 kW) @ 6500 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 BMW G 650 GS
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 50.0 HP (36.8 kW) @ 7000 RPM | 48.0 HP (35.3 kW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM | 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM |
| Top speed | 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph) | 170.0 km/h (105.6 mph) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.10 litres (3.99 US gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | Upside-down front fork, 45 mm, rebound and compression damping adjustable | Telescopic fork, 41mm diameter, fork stabiliser |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminium dual swing arm, Air Damping System, spring pre-load and damping continuously variable by air pressure | 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 brakes | Single disc. ABS, two-piston floating caliper | Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Optional ABS. Can be switched off. |
| Wheelbase | 1500 mm (59.1 inches) | 1477 mm (58.1 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile single-cylinder enduro that handles light off-road trails, commuting, and occasional weekend touring equally well.
- Built for
- A rugged, no-nonsense single-cylinder adventure bike that favors simplicity, low running costs, and off-road capability over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders wanting high-speed highway cruising, pillion comfort on long trips, or strong acceleration.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 652.0 ccm
- Power
- 48.0 HP (35.3 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 74 CO2 g/km
- 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
- 170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1477 mm
- Overall length
- 2165 mm
- Overall width
- 920 mm
- Overall height
- 1390 mm
- Seat height
- 780 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
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single 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
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 110/80-R19
- Rear tyre
- 140/80-R17
Other
- Color options
- Red, white
- 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 | 2010 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc |
| Dry weight | 192 kg | 175 kg | 175 kg | 175 kg | 175 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.1 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW G 650 GS?
The 2012 BMW G 650 GS has a Capacity of 652.0 ccm (39.79 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW G 650 GS have?
The 2012 BMW G 650 GS has a Power of 48.0 HP (35.3 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW G 650 GS have?
The 2012 BMW G 650 GS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW G 650 GS?
The 2012 BMW G 650 GS has a Torque of 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM.
How much does the BMW G 650 GS weigh?
The 2012 BMW G 650 GS has a Dry weight of 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds).
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