Sport Tourers
2012BMW F800ST
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The 2012 BMW F 800 ST is a sport-tourer for riders who want everyday practicality with a dose of enthusiasm. Its 798 cc parallel twin delivers 83.8 hp and strong mid-range pull, while the low-maintenance belt final drive and optional ABS suit high-mileage commuting and weekend trips. It is best known for being an accessible, comfortable middleweight tourer.
- Capacity
- 798.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 182.0 kg
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Power
- 83.8 HP (62.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 BMW F800ST
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 840 mm (33.1 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Optional Anti-Lock Brakes | Double disc. Optional ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Optional ABS. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile sport-touring machine that blends confident cornering ability with the comfort and range needed for longer road trips.
- Built for
- It has the personality of an agile, torquey twin that rewards spirited road riding while still offering wind protection and all-day comfort.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability, outright top-speed thrills, or a machine built for serious track days.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 798.0 ccm
- Power
- 83.8 HP (62.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 79 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- CBMXC0.80K7X-003
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.4 CO g/km
- Torque
- 86.0 Nm (8.8 kgf-m) @ 5800 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.40 litres/100 km (29.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4604 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
- Belt
- Clutch
- Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1466 mm
- Overall length
- 2082 mm
- Overall width
- 860 mm
- Overall height
- 1155 mm
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Dry weight
- 182.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 204.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 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
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 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
- Blue, black
- 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 | 2006 | 2008 | 2009 | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 798 cc | 798 cc | 798 cc | 798 cc | 798 cc |
| Dry weight | 187 kg | 182 kg | 182 kg | 182 kg | 182 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm | 840 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L | 16 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 F800ST?
The 2012 BMW F800ST has a Capacity of 798.0 ccm (48.70 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW F800ST have?
The 2012 BMW F800ST has a Power of 83.8 HP (62.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW F800ST have?
The 2012 BMW F800ST has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW F800ST?
The 2012 BMW F800ST has a Torque of 86.0 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) @ 5800 RPM.
How much does the BMW F800ST weigh?
The 2012 BMW F800ST has a Dry weight of 182.0 kg (401.2 pounds).
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