BMW F800GT

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BMW F800GT

Manufacturer	BMW Motorrad
Production	2013–2020
Predecessor	F800ST
Class	Sport touring
Engine	798 cc, parallel-twin, liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore / stroke	82 mm × 75.6 mm (3.23 in × 2.98 in)
Compression ratio	12.0:1
Top speed	>200 km/h (124 mph)
Power	66 kW (89 hp) @ 8,000 rpm
Torque	86 N⋅m (63 lb⋅ft) @ 5,800 rpm
Transmission	Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox, toothed belt with shock damper
Frame type	Aluminium bridge frame, partially load-bearing engine
Suspension	Front: Telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm (1.7 in), 125 mm (4.9 in) travel Rear: Single-sided aluminium swingarm, 125 mm (4.9 in) travel Optional Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA)
Brakes	Front: Twin disc Ø 320 mm (13 in) Rear: Single disc Ø 265 mm (10.4 in) 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 sport touring motorcycle manufactured by BMW Motorrad from 2013 through 2020. It is the successor to the F800ST,^[1] and joins the F-series range which includes the dual-sport F800GS and F700GS, and the naked F800R.

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]

The F800GT has a low-maintenance belt drive and single sided swingarm.^[4] ABS brakes are standard equipment. In the UK and now the US, factory options include heated grips, tire pressure monitoring system, onboard computer, LED indicators, anti theft alarm system, main centre stand, Automatic Stability Control (ASC), pannier fastenings, comfort seat, low seat, and Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA).^[5] BMW Motorrad also offer a range of accessories.^[6]

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.

• F800GT at BMW Motorrad International