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2016BMW F 800 GS Adventure

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The 2016 BMW F 800 GS Adventure is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking capable on-road and light off-road performance. Its manageable 85 hp twin-cylinder engine, 24-liter fuel capacity, and comfortable ergonomics make it ideal for long-distance touring and exploration. Known for reliability and balanced handling, it appeals to adventure enthusiasts and commuters alike.

Capacity: 798.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 191.0 kg
Seat height: 890 mm
Power: 85.0 HP (62.0 kW) @ 7500 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail78%

Cornering60%

City riding55%

Daily riding65%

Touring88%

Two-up75%

Track30%

Best for: Built for long-distance and cross-continental adventure touring with genuine off-road capability, large fuel range, and load-carrying capacity.
Built for: A capable, go-anywhere adventure tourer that trades outright speed and agility for range, comfort, and rugged versatility.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for riders seeking sharp sportbike performance, tight city commuting ease, or shorter riders wary of a tall, heavy machine.

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

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At 890mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2016 BMW F 800 GS Adventure, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 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: 798.0 ccm
Power: 85.0 HP (62.0 kW) @ 7500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 104 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: GBMXC0.80K7X-007
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 4.42 L/100km (53.2 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.4 CO g/km
Torque: 83.0 Nm (8.5 kgf-m) @ 5750 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.30 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4450 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: Chain
Clutch: Wet multidisc clutch, mechanically operated

Performance

Top speed: 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1578 mm
Overall length: 2305 mm
Overall width: 925 mm
Overall height: 1450 mm
Seat height: 890 mm
Dry weight: 191.0 kg
Wet weight: 229.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 24.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags.
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel space frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension: Upside-down fork, stanchion diameter 43 mm
Rear suspension: Wrought aluminium swing-arm, directly hinged WAD central spring strut, hydraulically adjustable suspension height, adjustable rebound damping
Front wheel travel: 230 mm
Rear wheel travel: 215 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 117 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 90/90-21
Rear tyre: 150/70-V17

Other

Color options: Kalamata Metallic Matte, Alpine White
Comments: Small windscreen. Swicthable ABS.
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

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Specification	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018
Capacity	798 cc	798 cc	798 cc	798 cc	798 cc
Dry weight	191 kg	191 kg	191 kg	191 kg	192 kg
Seat height	890 mm	890 mm	890 mm	890 mm	890 mm
Fuel capacity	24 L	24 L	24 L	24 L	24 L