Motorcycle specifications BMWF 800 GS 2012 A trail maiden

the GS family is finally complete. Between a trendy high-end 1200 and a short-breathed ex-650, the F 800 GS is the perfect addition to the Bavarian manufacturer's range.

this F 800 GS tends towards a more "all-terrain" profile than its siblings. It leaves the 1200 to cater for long-distance riders, and the 650 for the more urban side of things. The GS is more concerned with having fun on the trails, and its profile is unmistakable: all-terrain tires on spoked rims combined with good ground clearance... It's a great way to get out and about among the rocks, without taking a trekking approach.

its name tells us that this GS is part of the recent F 800 S and ST family. Admittedly, the trail bike uses the 85-hp twin-cylinder of the aforementioned tourers, but the modifications are numerous and not insignificant. The parallel twin has been straightened out considerably to make the transition from road to cross-country riding.

from a 30° angle of inclination, the cylinders have been raised to 8.3°. To achieve this, BM completely redesigned the lower half of the crankcase. New fasteners, new reinforcements, a modified clutch cover and release shaft, as well as an adapted water pump and hose connections, have all saved a kilo on the engine.
The camshafts on the GS are slightly different from those on the S / ST, allowing power delivery more in keeping with the philosophy of a trail bike. It is expected to be torquey - 90% of maximum torque (around 8.3 mkg) is available between 4,000 and 7,500 rpm - but without being reluctant to rev.

As this is a member of the F family, you may have expected to find the aluminum perimeter frame of the S and ST models.... Lost. The backbone of the 800 GS is a new tubular steel trellis frame, with an elaborate steering column - allowing the handlebars to be turned through 42°.
The fork tubes don't shy away from adventure: 45 mm-diameter inverted forks with 230 mm of travel. For the rear suspension, the classic shell-cast aluminum swingarm (yes, the monobar is not invited) is combined with a directly articulated central unit with a travel-servo-controlled shock absorber and 215 mm of travel. Braking isn't over the top, as is the fashion these days. Simple and effective, with 300 mm floating discs gripped by 2-piston floating calipers. A 2-channel ABS can be fitted on request. This can be disengaged if you want to venture out in the dirt.

with its unusual double headlamp, the F 800 GS has a look all its own, inspired by the 1200 but cubic in expression. Behind it, you'll find the instrument cluster of the F 800 series - full of info (but you'll have to go through the options box to get the gear indicator and stopwatch...), but without any real sex appeal. Before you get there, climb onto the seat, which stands 880 mm high... Just in case, BM also offers an 850 mm model.

OPTIONS :

- BMW Motorrad ABS (disconnectable).
- Heated grips.
- Trip computer.
- Center stand.
- Low rider seat (height 850 mm, at no extra charge).
- Turn signals under white glass.
- Anti-theft alarm (DWA).
- Engine mapping for RON 91 octane rating (no extra charge).

ACCESSORIES :

- Luggage rack, small.
- Luggage rack, large, for Vario topcase.
- Vario topcase, black.
- Support for Vario cases.
- Vario cases, black.
- Inner bags for Vario cases and Vario topcase.
- Backrest for Vario topcase.
- Tank bag, waterproof.
- Softbag Sport, small model.
- Softbag Sport, large model.
- Heated grips.
- Low seat.
- Turn signals under white glass.
- Center stand.
- BMW Motorrad Navigator II.
- Bracket, cables and mounting kit for navigation system.
- Function bag for navigation system.
- Anti-theft alarm (DWA).
- Hand protection bars.
- Reinforcement (small and large) for hand guards.
- Spoiler for large reinforcement.
- Engine bumper.
- Rear apron extension.
- Low windshield.
- Large touring windshield.
- High windshield, tinted.
- Akrapovic sport muffler.
- Set of deflectors.
- On-board tools with maintenance set.
- Enduro rear bag.

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