BMW G650X Challenge (2006-2007) Specs, Performance & Photos

Released in 2006 by BMW Motorrad, the G650 X Chalange was an uncompromising off-road machine with long spring travel and not one single gram of extra weight. The design of the G650 X challenge was dominated by proportions typical of a genuine Enduro with a high-lying, but smooth and flat fly line merged directly into the rear end, which offered the rider the ideal seating position.

A true off-roader, boasting the trademark of the German craftsmanship and the technologies all Beemers came with, the model was able to run across almost any type of terrain without any trouble.

The model came with standard hazard warning flashers, heated grips, a luggage rack, disengageable ABS, an anti-theft alarm system, and a low seat height of only 830 mm. The front cover was mounted to the lower fork bridge and gave the front wheel a smooth run under all road conditions.

The fairing components were light and robust, made of elastic plastic ideal for tough off-road conditions. Like the BMW HP2 Enduro, the X Chalange featured the BMW Motorrad air Damping System with a special spring/damper operated exclusively with air.

Just like its sisters, the 2006 BMW G650X Challange featured the same 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled engine with an output power of 53 hp at 7,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) of torque at 5,250 rpm.