BMW F800GT
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ABS | |
| Tires | Front: 120/70-ZR17 Rear: 180/55-ZR17 |
|---|---|
| Rake, trail | 63.8°, 94.6 mm (3.72 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1,514 mm (59.6 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,156 mm (84.9 in) W: 905 mm (35.6 in) H: 1,248 mm (49.1 in) |
| Seat height | 800 mm (31 in) |
| Weight | 213 kg (470 lb) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 90 km/h (56 mph): 3.4 L/100 km (83 mpg‑imp; 69 mpg‑US) 120 km/h (75 mph): 4.3 L/100 km (66 mpg‑imp; 55 mpg‑US) |
| Related | F800ST, F800R, F800S, F800GS, F700GS, F650GS |
The BMW F800GT is a
Engine
As with other models in the F-series range, the F800GT uses a 798 cc (48.7 cu in) parallel-twin engine, codeveloped by BMW and Rotax. The engine has a 360° firing order which produces an exhaust note reminiscent of BMW's signature air-cooled boxer twins. However, this firing order requires both pistons to move up and down at the same time. To counter the significant inertia produced by the pistons reciprocating, BMW devised a third vestigial connecting rod to a balance weight. The result is a parallel twin with significantly reduced vibration compared to other parallel twin engine designs. The engine is lubricated by a dry sump system.
The engine produces 66 kW (89 hp) at 8,000 rpm, but can be specified with a reduced power output of either 35 kW (47 hp) for European riders on restricted Category A2 licenses,[2][3] or 25 kW (34 hp).[2]
Equipment
The F800GT has a low-maintenance
New features
Compared to its predecessor, the F800GT offers several new features, including:[1] power increase of 3.5 kW (5 hp); redesigned full fairing with improved wind and weather protection; introduction of optional Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) and Automatic Stability Control (ASC); handwheel adjustment of rear suspension preload; 50 mm (2.0 in) longer rear swingarm; lighter cast aluminum wheels; new vibration-free handlebars with new generation switches and controls; updated instrument dials and standard fuel/temperature gauges; smoke grey turn indicators; increased load capacity (by 11 kg (24 lb); new exhaust system; new paint finishes; and a newly developed luggage system.
References
- ^ a b "The New BMW F800GT - Press Kit". BMW Group PressClub Global. Retrieved 26 March 2013.
- ^ a b "Rider's Manual F800GT" (PDF). BMW Motorrad Germany. p. 120. Retrieved 26 March 2013.
- ^ "Riding a motorbike, moped or motor tricycle". GOV.UK. Retrieved 23 March 2013.
- ^ "F800GT Technical Data". BMW Motorrad International. Archived from the original on 3 March 2016. Retrieved 26 March 2013.
- ^ "BMW F800GT Prices & Specification". BMW Motorrad UK. Archived from the original on 21 February 2013. Retrieved 26 March 2013.
- ^ "F800GT Accessories". BMW Motorrad International. Retrieved 25 March 2013.