The new 2013 BMW F800R is one of the most appreciated naked models in its class. The bike is powered by a capable 798cc, liquid-cooled, four-valve parallel twin engine which cranks out 87 horsepower at 8,000 rpm, and 63 ft. lbs. of torque at 6,000 rpm. The motor features 12:1 compression ratio, and is mated on a six-speed transmission.
The engine is mounted on a strong yet light, aluminum frame which is combined with a dual swing arm and a 59.8-inch wheelbase. Thanks to the low weight and the firm, stable chassis the bike has a perfectly balanced geometry and rewards its rider with superior agility.
The motorcycle is kept in check by dual 320mm Brembo discs up front squeezed by four-piston calipers, and a single 265mm disc out back. Needless to say that you also get standard ABS.
Other upgrades for 2013 include a new radiator side trim, white turn indicators, a sports windshield and a wheel cover in the same color as the body. The bike is offered with starting price of $10.840.
Hit the jump for more information on the 2013 BMW F800R.
2012 BMW F800R
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- Model: 2012 BMW F800R
- Engine/Motor: Water-cooled, 4-stroke in-line two-cylinder engine, two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, dry sump lubrication
- Horsepower: 87 @ 8000
- Torque: 63 @ 6000
- Transmission: Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated into crankcase
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Reviews
The new 2012 F 800 R is definitely the hottest naked bike around. Three words best describe the F 800 R: light, agile and fast. This cool and sexy roadster offers the perfect combination of highway riding with a high degree of maneuverability for everyday urban use. And the F 800 R's 798 cc, 2-cylinder engine doesn't just look cool, it sounds cool too.
The F 800 R with 87 hp and an impressive 63 ft-lb of torque, offers excellent ridability. Great ergonomics mixed with a firm chassis and a perfectly balanced geometry round off this cool package. The F 800 R is great in the city, stable on the highway, and agile on the backroads.
With this much fun, the standard ABS is welcome too, as are other features such as hot accessories and intelligent luggage solutions.
Specifications
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 |
Maximum speed Over |
125 mph |
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h |
65 mpg |
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h |
70 mpg |
Fuel type |
Unleaded super. |
Alternator |
three-phase alternator 400 W |
Battery |
12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free |
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 |
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° |
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 |
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 |
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) |
Quotes
Totalmotorcycle ---- "The new F 800 R is radically different, and yet every inch a BMW. The state-of-the-art parallel twin engine with electronic fuel injection develops 87hp from its 798cc, not to mention a mighty 86Nm of torque. And with the deep, throaty exhaust tone, its sound is every bit as impressive as it performs."
Ultimatemotorcycle ---- "When the BMW F 800 R debuted in 2009, it expanded on the Bavarian motorcycle manufacturer's popular parallel twin line. This smaller BMW roadster provided riders with agility, sporty performance and impressive fuel mileage (about 55 mpg)."