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BMW F 800 GS Adventure - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 BMW F 800 GS Adventure is a versatile middleweight adventure tourer designed for riders seeking genuine off-road capability without excessive weight or complexity. Known for its balanced handling, manageable seat height, and impressive fuel range, it excels at exploring remote terrain and long-distance touring. Its wire-spoke wheels and ABS-equipped braking system provide confidence on varied surfaces.
General information | |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | BMW F 800 GS Adventure |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Performance / fuel consumption |
| Driveline | Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub |
| Clutch | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection, digital engine management (BMS-K+) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 82.0 x 75.6 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Top speed | 193.0 km/h (119.9 mph) |
| Torque | 83.00 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) @ 5750 RPM |
| Power | 85.00 HP (62.0 kW) @ 7500 RPM |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Wire spoke wheels |
| Rear brakes diameter | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-17 |
| Front tyre | 90/90-21 |
| Rear wheel travel | 215 mm (8.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Aluminium double sided swing-arm at the rear |
| Front wheel travel | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Upside-down fork |
| Trail | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
| Frame type | Tubular steel space frame, load-bearing engine |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 litres (1.06 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 24.00 litres (6.34 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,573 mm (61.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 925 mm (36.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,305 mm (90.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,450 mm (57.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 890 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4450 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 232.0 kg (511.5 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Small windscreen. Swicthable ABS. |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Catalano Grey, Racing Red |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
85 hp
Peak Power
4.2s
0-60 mph
119.9 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track30%
City55%
Cornering60%
Daily Riding65%
Touring88%
Passenger75%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate and experienced riders comfortable with a tall, substantial adventure bike, especially when loaded with luggage or two-up. |
| Purpose | Built for long-distance and cross-continental adventure touring with genuine off-road capability, large fuel range, and load-carrying capacity. |
| Rider Fit | The tall 890mm seat height and 232kg wet weight demand decent rider height and confidence handling a heavy bike at low speed or off-road. |
| Character | 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. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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