2012 BMW F800R Specs, and Review

2012 BMW F800R

2012 BMW F800R - For 2012, BMW Motorrad have provided a ‘visual makeover’ for the F800R, which was launched back in 2009. ‘Technically, the 2012 BMW F800R will retain its well proven concept. The engine is still the liquid-cooled parallel twin with 4-valve technology and a capacity of 798cc. The highly distinctive engine provides impressive pulling power, a spontaneous response and a low level of fuel consumption. The engine output is 87bhp at 8000rpm and 86Nm of torque at 6000 revs,’ says a press note from BMW.

2012 BMW F800R

The new radiator side trim, white turn indicators and a wheel cover in the respective body colour turn the roadster into a bike that everyone loves to ride. The new sports windshield - also in body colour - highlights the bike's purist look. Weighing in at just 177 kg with ergonomics which provide a perfect fit for everyone, a clean, crisp suspension and perfectly balanced geometry: the 2012 BMW F 800 R embodies uncompromising style that everyone loves to ride.

vailable in Alpine white/Black satin gloss, Magma red/White aluminium metallic matt and Mineral silver metallic paint options, the 2012 BMW F800R is priced at 8,400 euros and will go on sale in December this year.

2012 BMW F800R

2012 BMW F800R

2012 BMW F800R - Specifications/Technical Details
MSRP Price: TBA

Engine

• Type Water-cooled, 4-stroke in-line two-cylinder engine, two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, dry sump lubrication
• Bore x stroke 82 mm x 75.6 mm
• Capacity 798 cc
• Rated output 87 hp (64 kW) at 8,000 rpm
• Max. torque 63 lb/ft (86 Nm) at 6,000 rpm
• Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
• Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-K+)
• Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Performance / fuel consumption

• Maximum speed Over 125 mph (200 km/h)
• Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 65 mpg, at a constant 55 mph.
• Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 
• Fuel type Unleaded super.
  

Electrical system

• Alternator three-phase alternator 400 W
• Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
  

Power transmission

• Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
• Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated into crankcase
• Drive Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub
  

Chassis / brakes

• Frame Bridge-type frame, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine
• Front wheel location / suspension Telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
• Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminum dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
• Suspension travel front / rear 4.9/4.9 inches (125/125 mm)
• Wheelbase 59.8 inches (1,520 mm)
• Castor 3.6 inches (90.7 mm)
• Steering head angle 65° 
• Wheels Cast aluminum wheels
• Rim, front 3.50 x 17"
• Rim, rear 5.50 x 17"
• Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 17
• Tyres, rear 180/55 ZR 17
• Brake, front Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers
• Brake, rear Single disc, diameter 265 mm, single-piston floating caliper
• ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad ABS
  

Dimensions / weights

• Length 84.4 inches (2,145 mm)
• Width (incl. mirrors) 35.6 inches (905 mm)
• Height (excl. mirrors) 45.7 inches (1,160 mm)
• Seat height, unladen weight 31.5 inches (800 mm) low seat 30.5 inches (775 mm), high seat 32.5 inches (925 mm)
• Inner leg curve, unladen weight 
• Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 439 lbs (199 kg)
• Dry weight 2) 390 lbs (177 kg)
• Permitted total weight 893 lbs (405 kg)
• Payload (with standard equipment) 453 lbs (206 kg)
• Usable tank volume 4.2 gallons (16.0 liters)
• Reserve Approx. 1 gallon (4.0 liters)

" Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)
" 1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume
" 2) Unladen weight without fluids