Adventure Motorcycles
2002BMW F650GS Dakar
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The 2002 BMW F 650 GS Dakar is an adventure-focused middleweight designed for riders seeking accessible off-road capability and long-distance comfort. Its manageable 193 kg weight, modest power delivery, and tall suspension travel make it ideal for beginners and smaller riders exploring both pavement and unpaved terrain. The bike remains legendary for its reliability and versatility in adventure touring applications.
- Capacity
- 652.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 193.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 50.7 HP (37.3 kW)
What’s new for the 2002 BMW F650GS Dakar
vs the 2001| Spec | 2001 | 2002 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 50.0 HP (37.3 kW) | 50.7 HP (37.3 kW) |
| Top speed | 163.0 km/h (101.3 mph) | 166.0 km/h (103.1 mph) |
| Dry weight | — | 193.0 kg (425.5 pounds) |
| Wet weight | 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds) | 196.0 kg (432.1 pounds) |
| Seat height | 910 mm (35.8 inches) | 780 mm (30.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 16.70 litres (4.41 US gallons) | 17.30 litres (4.57 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for adventure and dual-sport riding, equally happy tackling gravel tracks as it is covering long tarmac stretches to get there.
- Built for
- It rewards a relaxed, exploratory riding style over outright speed, with a torquey single-minded twin that favors control over acceleration.
- Not ideal for
- This isn't the right choice for riders chasing sportbike performance or seeking a low, easy-reach city commuter.
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
- 652.0 ccm
- Power
- 50.7 HP (37.3 kW)
- Torque
- 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2627 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 83.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- 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
- 166.0 km/h (103.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1484 mm
- Overall length
- 2189 mm
- Overall width
- 1265 mm
- Overall height
- 910 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 193.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 196.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.30 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.50 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, stanchion diameter 41 mm, fork stabiliser, 170 mm travel
- Rear suspension
- Box-section steel section dual swing arm, central spring strut action via lever system, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of handwheel, rebound damping adjustable, 165 mm travel
- Front wheel travel
- 170 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 165 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 29.2°
- Trail
- 123 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/90-19 57S
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17 65S
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 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2006 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc | 652 cc |
| Dry weight | — | 193 kg | 193 kg | 187 kg | 177 kg | 177 kg |
| Seat height | 910 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 870 mm | 870 mm | 870 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.7 L | 17.3 L | 17.3 L | 17.3 L | 17.3 L | 17.3 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 F650GS Dakar?
The 2002 BMW F650GS Dakar has a Capacity of 652.0 ccm (39.79 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW F650GS Dakar have?
The 2002 BMW F650GS Dakar has a Power of 50.7 HP (37.3 kW).
How many gears does the BMW F650GS Dakar have?
The 2002 BMW F650GS Dakar has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW F650GS Dakar?
The 2002 BMW F650GS Dakar has a Torque of 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM.
How much does the BMW F650GS Dakar weigh?
The 2002 BMW F650GS Dakar has a Dry weight of 193.0 kg (425.5 pounds).
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