BMW G650GS Sertão (2012-2013) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2008, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW G650GS, a revival of the 2007 BMW F650GS under a new name. The bike was released in the United States, Latin America, Taiwan, China, and Australia.

Compared to the earlier F650GS, the G650GS was similar with several modifications, and the engine was assembled by Loncin in China instead of Rotax in Austria. In addition, the engine still used parts manufactured by Rotax, and the engines were sent to Germany, where they were assembled.

Also, the G650GS received several upgrades, such as a slightly more powerful engine and a more powerful alternator. In addition, the Australian and American models were delivered with ABS and heated grips as standard equipment.

In 2012, the German manufacturer launched the BMW G650GS Sertao, a more off-road-oriented machine that filled the gap left by the BMW F650 Dakar, discontinued in 2008. Both the standard and Sertao versions were discontinued in 2017.

The 2012 BMW G650GS Sertao featured a revised chassis, wire-spoke wheels with alloy rims, an extended top front wheel cover, a taller windscreen, hand guards, an aluminum engine guard, and ABS. The bike featured a unique livery with Aura White, Arroyo Blue, Sertao lettering, and a black with grey seat.

As for the power figures, the 2012 BMW G650GS Sertao had installed a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 48 hp at 6,500 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.