BMW G650X Moto (2007-2008) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2007, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW G650X Moto, a Supermoto machine that debuted in 2006 alongside the dual-sport G650X Challange and G650X Country models.

All three models packed the same engine first seen on the F650 model. At first, the engine was made by Rotax in Europe, while later, the production was switched to Loncin in China and shipped to Italy, where the bikes were assembled.

Also, all three models shared most major components but were differentiated by their fairings and wheel sizes. Due to the different fairings and wheels, every model had a slightly different overall weight.

In the visual department, the G650X Moto had a more futuristic appearance, packing standard features, such as a small headlight mounted in a small cowl, small side panels, a one-piece single seat, a high-mounted exhaust system, and 12-spoke lightweight wheels with road-oriented tires.

The 2007 BMW G650X Moto had installed a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system in charge, delivering 53 hp at 7,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,250 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch, spinning the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the machine to a top speed of 170 kph (106 mph).