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BMW F 650 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 39
First production year: 1993
BMW F650GS photo gallery

In 2013, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a two-cylinder powered motorcycle that replaced the 2000-2007 F650GS powered by a single-cylinder engine.

The bike was intended as a new generation for the old machines, and although the name remained the same, the bike packed a larger displacement engine. In addition, it featured several modifications that enhanced its overall capabilities.

The 2013 model had standard features, such as a small windscreen, heated grips, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a high-mounted exhaust system on the left side of the bike, a black-finished engine, and magnesium-colored 10-spoke aluminum wheels.

In the suspension department, the bike packed a 43 mm upside-down Marzocchi telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber with a dual-sided swingarm on the rear, delivering optimum suspension performance and handling.

As for the braking power, the bike's wheels were fitted with a 300 mm disc and a four-piston caliper on the front and a 265 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, offering excellent stopping power.

In the performance department, the 2013 BMW F650GS had its soul brought to life by a 798cc four-stroke parallel twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system, delivering 85 hp with a peak force at 7,500 rpm and 80 Nm )59 lb-ft) torque at 5,700 rpm.

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

The BMW F650 started its life back in 1993 as a dual-purpose motorcycle. The bike was available in an F650St Strada version and an F650 Funduro model. The Funduro model was a more off-road-oriented machine due to some minor differences.

The bike was manufactured until 2000, when it was replaced by the BMW F650GS. The GS version was available in a standard model, a lowered one with a lower seat due to a shorter rear shock absorber, and a Dakar version with better off-road capabilities, a thinner 21-inch front wheel, more suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat.

The BMW F650GS was made until 2007 when it was replaced by the 2008 BMW F650GS, a motorcycle with the same name but a larger engine and other modifications that enhanced its overall capabilities.

In 2012, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a machine in its fifth year of production that packed the same features as previous models, without any significant modifications, at an MSRP of $10,155.

In the aesthetic department, the motorcycle packed standard features, such as a small windscreen, a two-piece headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a left-side high-mounted exhaust system, and 10-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

As for power, the 2012 BMW F650GS took its muscles from a 798cc four-stroke liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 71 hp at 7,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 4,500 rpm.

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BMW F650GS "30 Years GS" Special Edition photo gallery

After 30 years of production, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS 30 Years GS Special Model, a unique machine celebrating 30 years of GS manufacturing.

The bike was dressed in the Alpine White livery with the three-colored decals inspired by the R80G/S Rally Raiders that competed in Paris Dakar races, magnesium-finished wheels, a larger tinted windscreen, white turn signals, and a red seat with a GS stamp on the front.

The bike packed the same standard features as the standard model, such as a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a black-finished engine and frame, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and lightweight 10-spoke aluminum wheels.

In the mechanical department, the special edition machine packed the same tubular steel Trellis frame with a 41 mm conventional telescopic fork on the front and a dual-sided swingarm with a single shock absorber on the rear.

In the braking department, the bike's wheels were fitted with a 300 mm brake disc and a dual-piston caliper on the front. On the rear, the wheel packed a 265 mm disc with a single-piston caliper, offering optimum stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2011 BMW F650GS 30 Years GS Special Edition had its soul brought to life by a 798cc four-stroke two-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 71 hp at 7,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 4,500 rpm.

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

The BMW F650 was a dual-purpose motorcycle that debuted in 1993 and continued production until 2000. It was the first single-cylinder motorcycle made by BMW since the 1960s R27 and the first to be fitted with a final chain drive.

In 2000, the F650 model was replaced by the BMW F650GS, a dual-purpose motorcycle available in a standard version, a lowered one with a low seat height due to a shorter shock absorber, and a more off-road-oriented version with a thinner 21-inch front wheel, a longer suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat.

The F650GS was manufactured until 2007 when it was replaced by the 2008 F650GS, a machine that retained the same name but came with a larger engine and other modifications that enhanced its overall capabilities.

In 2011, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a model in its fourth year of production that featured the same package as the 2008 model without any significant modifications.

The 2011 F650GS had standard features, such as a two-piece headlight, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, a black-finished engine and frame, and lightweight 10-spoke aluminum wheels.

In the performance department, the 2011 BMW F650GS had its soul brought to life by a 798cc four-stroke liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 71 hp at 7,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 4,500 rpm.

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

In 2010, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a motorcycle manufactured from 2008 to replace the 2000-2007 F650GS. Although the engine was larger, the bike retained the same F650GS designation.

Compared to the 2000-2007 versions, the newly released BMW F650GS featured a larger displacement engine, new wheels, clear turn signals, heated grips, and other improvements that enhanced its overall capabilities.

The bike was fitted with standard features, such as a two-piece headlight, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a redesigned exhaust system, and new 10-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

The machine was built on a tubular steel Trellis frame with a 41 mm conventional telescopic fork on the front and a dual-sided swingarm with a single shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.

On the front wheel, the bike packed a 300 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper, while the rear wheel was handled by a 265 mm disc with a single-piston caliper, delivering optimum stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2010 BMW F650GS had installed a 798cc four-stroke liquid-cooled two-cylinder engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 71 hp at 7,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 4,500 rpm.

The power was sent to the rear wheel through a six-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to 192 kph (119 mph).

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

In 2009, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, which replaced the 2000-2007 F650GS. The bike featured a two-cylinder engine instead of the single-cylinder previously used and other modifications that enhanced its overall capabilities.

The bike debuted in 2008, and although the engine had a larger displacement, it retained the same name. In addition to the engine, the machine featured an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), heated grips, clear turn signals, a redesigned exhaust system, and different wheels.

In the aesthetic department, the 2009 BMW F650GS packed standard features, such as a two-piece headlight, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, ten-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels, and a black-finished engine and frame.

As for power, the 2009 BMW F650GS had installed a 798cc four-stroke twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system feeding the pistons, delivering 71 hp with maximum strength at 7,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 4,500 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the machine to 192 kph (119 mph).

The bike was built on a tubular steel frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork and a 300 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front. On the rear, the bike packed a dual-sided swingarm with a single shock absorber and a 265 mm disc with a single-piston caliper, delivering optimum suspension performance and stopping power.

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

The BMW F650 was a dual-purpose motorcycle that debuted in 1993 and manufactured until 2000. The family comprised the BMW F650ST Strada and the F650 Funduro, which, due to some differences, offered better off-road capabilities.

In 2000, the F650 was replaced by the F650GS, an updated version available in a standard version, a lowered one with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber, and a Dakar version with better off-road capabilities. The bikes were manufactured until 2007 when they were replaced by an updated version.

In 2008, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a motorcycle fitted with a two-cylinder engine. Even though the engine was larger, the bikes retained the same F650GS name.

The 2008 BMW F650GS with a standard package had a suggested retail price of $9,760 and included heated grips, an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), an on-board computer, and white turn signals. In addition, the bike was available in three colors: Flame Red, Iceberg Silver Metallic, and Azur Blue Metallic.

In the visual department, the bike had standard features, such as a small windscreen, a two-piece headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a redesigned exhaust system, a black-finished engine, and new 10-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

As for power, the 2008 BMW F650GS had its soul brought to life by a 798cc four-stroke liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine with a fuel injection system feeding the pistons, delivering 71 hp at 7,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 4,500 rpm.

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

The BMW F650GS was a dual-purpose motorcycle manufactured by BMW from 2000 to 2007 as an update of the 1993-2000 F650 model. Over its production period, BMW sold over 105,000 units.

The bike was available in a standard model, a lowered version with a lower seat height due to a lowered shock absorber on the rear, and a Dakar version that could handle off-road trails, with a thinner 21-inch front wheel, more suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat.

In the visual department, the F650GS had standard features, such as a small headlight, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

The bike was built on a three-section steel frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork and a 300 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front. The rear end was handled by a shock absorber and a 240 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper, offering optimum suspension performance and stopping power.

In the power department, the 2007 BMW F650GS had installed at its core a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by an electronically-controlled fuel injection system, boasting 50 hp at 6,500 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,000 rpm.

The bike's engine power was sent to the rear wheel through a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the machine to 183 kph (114 mph).

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

The BMW F650GS was a dual-purpose motorcycle made by BMW from 2000 to 2007. The bike came as a successor to the 1993-2000 BMW F650 Funduro and was available in three slightly different versions.

It came in a standard version, a lowered one with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber on the rear, and a Dakar version that featured a thinner 21-inch front wheel, a thicker and higher seat, and more suspension travel for better off-road capabilities.

In 2006, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a dual-purpose machine that came standard with a low seat and as an option with a higher seat to accommodate taller riders, offering more leg room.

The 2006 motorcycle featured a new bodywork mounted onto the steel frame, a new clear-lens headlight, a new windscreen for better wind protection, revised inserts that improved cooling, and a revised rear luggage rack designed to be fitted with a top case without an adapter plate like it used before.

In the visual department, the motorcycle packed standard features, such as a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, an under-seat fuel tank, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, a belly pan, and wire-spoke wheels.

The 2006 BMW F650GS had installed a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with an electronically controlled fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

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BMW F650GS Dakar photo gallery

In 2006, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS Dakar, an off-road capable motorcycle that debuted in 2000 alongside the F650GS standard model, which was an update of the 1993-2000 BMW F650.

In addition to the Dakar version, the F650 was available in a standard model and in a lowered one with a lower seat due to a shorter shock absorber on the rear. The Dakar model featured a thinner 21-inch front wheel, more suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat.

The bike was named after the Paris Dakar Rally won by Richard Sainct in 1999 and 2000 at the bars of an F650RR model. In addition, the motorcycle competed with other machines, like the Kawasaki KLR650, Honda XR650L, Suzuki DR650, Yamaha XT660, KTM LC4 640, and Honda Translap.

The BMW F650 Dakar was fitted with standard features, such as a high-mounted front fender, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and wire-spoke wheels.

As for power, the 2006 BMW F650GS Dakar had installed a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine managed by a fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,500 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,000 rpm.

The bike's engine was coupled to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and a final chain drive, sending the machine to a top speed of 172 kph (107 mph).

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BMW F650GS Dakar photo gallery

The BMW F650GS Dakar was an off-road motorcycle manufactured by BMW from 2000 to 2007. The bike was part of the F650 series that debuted in 1993, while the GS was an update of the 1993-2000 F650 motorcycles.

From 2000, the F560 was available in a standard version, a lowered one with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber on the rear, and the Dakar version, which was a more off-road-oriented model with a thinner 21-inch front wheel, longer suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat.

The Dakar version featured several new improvements, such as a redesigned tinted windscreen for better wind protection and reduced helmet noise. Also, the windshield was removable for off-road riding.

The motorcycle was also available with a top case without an intermediate plate and tensioning straps attached to the rack. The top case was also available for the standard model and offered 62 liters of storage space.

In the performance department, the 2005 BMW F650GS Dakar had its heartbeat set by a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 50 hp at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The engine power was converted into motion by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 172 kph (107 mph).

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

The BMW F650GS was a dual-purpose motorcycle manufactured from 2000 to 2007 as an update to the F650 Funduro. Over its production period, the German manufacturer sold over 105,000 units.

The bike was available in a standard version, a more lowered one with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber on the rear, and an off-road-oriented version with a thinner 21-inch front wheel, a more extended suspension travel for better off-road capabilities, and a thicker and higher seat.

The motorcycle was named after the Paris Dakar Rally won by Richard Sainct in 1999 and 2000 on a BMW F650RR. The bike competed against other motorcycles like the Suzuki DR650, Kawasaki KLR650, Honda XR650L, KTM LC4 640, Honda Translap, and Yamaha XT660.

In the visual department, the bike packed standard features, such as an upper fairing, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

In the performance department, the 2005 BMW F650GS had its soul brought to life by a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 50 hp at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and a final chain drive, spinning the rear wheel to a top speed of 183 kph (114 mph).

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BMW F650GS Dakar photo gallery

The BMW F650 was a family of motorcycles manufactured by BMW from 1993 to 2000. The series comprised the F650ST Strada from 1993 and the F650Funduro from 1994. Due to minor modifications, the Funduro version was considered a more off-road-oriented machine.

From 2000, the BMW F650 was replaced by the BME F650GS, a dual-purpose motorcycle available in a standard version, a lowered one with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber, and a Dakar off-road model with a thinner 21-inch front wheel, more suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat.

In 2004, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS Dakar, a more off-road-oriented motorcycle in its fourth year of production. The bike came in the same package as previous models, without any significant modifications.

In the Visual department, the Dakar version packed standard features, such as a race-inspired livery, a high-mounted front fender, a one-piece dual seat, a small luggage rack, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

In addition, the machine was available with hard side-mounted panniers, a top case, a case mounted on the front in the usual place of the fuel tank, and a passenger cowl. The bike's fuel tank was located under the seat for a lower center of gravity.

In the performance department, the 2004 BMW F650GS Dakar had its soul brought to life by a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

In 2004, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, an adventure machine that debuted in 2000. The bike was available in a standard model, a lowered one with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber, and an off-road-oriented Dakar version.

At the time, the bike featured several advanced technologies, such as a computer-controlled fuel injection system, a catalytic converter, a Nikasil-coated cylinder, an optional Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), and an under-seat-mounted fuel tank.

In the appearance department, the bike packed standard features, such as a small windscreen, a small headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

The bike was built on a steel frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling.

The braking power was achieved by a 300 mm disc coupled to a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 240 mm disc squeezed by a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering optimum stopping power.

In the performance department, the 2004 BMW F650GS had its heartbeat set by a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 50 hp at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

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BMW F650GS Dakar photo gallery

The BMW F650GS was a multi-purpose motorcycle that debuted in 2000 and continued production until 2007. The bike was available in a standard version, a lowered one with a lowered seat due to a shorter rear shock, and a more off-road-oriented Dakar version.

In 2003, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS Dakar, an off-road motorcycle with a thinner 21-inch front wheel, extended suspension travel that enhanced off-road and handling capabilities, and a thicker and higher seat.

The Dakar version was named after the Paris Dakar Rally won by Richard Sainct in 1999 and 2000 on a F650RR. Also, the bike competed against other machines like the Kawasaki KLR650, Honda XR650L, Suzuki DR650, Yamaha XT660, KTM LC4 640, and Yamaha Translap.

The F650GS Dakar packed standard features, such as a race-inspired livery, a high-mounted front fender, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

As for power, the 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar had its heartbeat set by a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's engine was coupled to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the machine to a top speed of 172 kph (107 mph).

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

The BMW F650GS was a dual-sport motorcycle manufactured from 2000 to 2007 as a replacement for the 1993-2000 BMW F650. The BMW F650GS debuted in 2000, and until 2007, BMW sold over 105,000 units.

The bike was available in a standard model, a lowered one with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber, and an off-road-oriented Dakar version, with a larger and thinner 21-inch wheel on the front, more suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat.

In 2003, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a dual-purpose motorcycle in its fourth year of production. The bike came with the same package as previous models without any significant modifications.

In the visual department, the bike packed standard fittings, like a small windscreen, a small headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

The bike's suspension system comprised a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling.

The braking power was achieved by a 300 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 240 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping power.

As for power, the 2003 BMW F650GS had its soul brought to life by a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine that delivered 50 hp with a peak force at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

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BMW F650CS Scarver photo gallery

The BMW F650CS was a standard machine made by BMW from 2001 to 2005. The bike was also known as Scarver and aimed at urban commuters. The SC designation represented city/street, while Scarver combined the street and carver words.

In 2003, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650CS Scarver, a standard motorcycle in the third generation of the F650 series, after the 1993-2001 F650 and 2000-2007 F650GS.

The BMW F650CS was designed by David Robb, BMW's design Vice President from 1993 to 2012 and the same man who created the R1100RT, R1200C, R1100S, K1200RS, and K1200LT. In addition, the F650CS model resulted from a partnership between BMW and Aprilia.

In the Aesthetic department, the bike had standard features, such as two small round headlights, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, a single-sided swingarm, and three-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

In the performance department, the 2003 BMW F650CS Scarver had its soul brought to life by a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 62 Nm (46 lb-ft) torque at 5,500 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and a final belt drive, launching the machine to 175 kph (108 mph).

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BMW F650GS Dakar photo gallery

In 2002, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS Dakar, an off-road-oriented machine in its third year of production. The bike came with the same package as previous models, without any significant modifications.

The bike debuted in 2000, and as opposed to the standard model, it was more off-road-oriented due to its larger and thinner 21-inch front wheel, more suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat.

The BMW F650GS Dakar was named after the Paris Dakar Rally won by Richard Sainct in 1999 and 2000 on a F650RR. It competed against the Suzuki DR650, Kawasaki KLR650, Honda XR650L, KTM LC4 640, Yamaha XT660, and Honda Translap.

In the visual department, the bike packed standard features, such as an upper fairing with a race-inspired livery, a small windscreen, a small headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and wire-spoke wheels.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2002 BMW F650GS Dakar had installed a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch linked to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to 172 kph (107 mph).

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

The BMW F650GS was a dual-purpose motorcycle manufactured by BMW from 2000 to 2007 as a successor to the BMW F650. Over its eight-year production period, the manufacturer sold over 105,000 units.

In addition, the BMW F650GS was available in a standard version, a lowered model with a lower seat height due to a shorter rear shock absorber, and an off-road-oriented model with a higher ground clearance due to a larger 21-inch wheel on the front and longer suspension travel.

The 2002 F650GS had standard features, such as an upper fairing with a small windscreen, a small headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

The bike was built on a steel frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent off-road handling.

The braking power was achieved by a 300 mm disc coupled to a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 240 mm disc squeezed by a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering optimum stopping power.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2002 BMW F650GS had fitted a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system, delivering an output power of 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

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BMW F650CS Scarver photo gallery

In 2002, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650CS Scarver, a middle-class naked motorcycle that debuted in 2001. Like the Strada model, the Scarver was a lightweight roadster aimed at novice riders and commuters.

The bike was based on the F650GS's engine and chassis, sharing its advanced engine management system and cylinder head design. The chassis was similar, except for the road-based wheels, tires, and final belt drive.

The BMW F650CS Scarver was designed by the American David Robb, Vice President at BMW Motorrad Design for 20 years from 1993 to 2012, and the same man who created the R1100RT, R1200C, K1200RS, R1100S, and K1200LT.

In the aesthetic department, the bike was identical to the previous model, fitted with standard features, like a small windscreen, two small round headlights, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, and three-spoke aluminum wheels with road tires.

The wheels were softened by a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber with progressive linkage on the rear, acting as suspension, delivering optimum handling capabilities.

The 2002 BMW F650CS Scarver had installed underneath its fuel tank a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 50 hp at 6,800 rpm and 62 Nm (46 lb-ft) torque with maximum strength at 5,500 rpm.

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BMW F650GS Dakar photo gallery

In 2001, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS Dakar, a more off-road-oriented machine, as opposed to the standard model that debuted in 2000. The 2001 Dakar model was in its second year of production and came with the same package as the previous model without any modifications.

In addition to the Dakar version that featured a larger and thinner 21-inch wheel on the front, more suspension travel, and a thicker and higher seat, the F605 was also available in a standard model and a lowered one with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber on the rear.

The bike was named after the Paris Dakar Rally won by Richard Sainct in 1999 and 2000 on a BMW F650RR. Also, the Daker version competed in the market with other machines, like the Suzuki DR650, Kawasaki KLR650, Honda XR650L, Yamaha XT660, KTM LC4 640, and Honda Translap.

The bike's appearance was identical to the previous model, packing the same standard features, such as a small windscreen, a small headlight, a one-piece dual seat, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

In the performance department, the 2001 BMW F650GS Dakar has installed at its core a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

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BMW F650GS photo gallery

In 2001, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a dual-purpose motorcycle that debuted in 2000 and continued production until 2007. Over its production time, the maker sold over 105,000 units.

In addition, the bike was available in a lowered model with a lower seat height due to a smaller shock absorber on the rear, a standard model, and a more off-road-oriented Dakar version with a thinner 21-inch front wheel and more extended suspension travel for better off-road capabilities.

In the visual department, the motorcycle packed standard features, such as a high-mounted front fender, a small windscreen, a small headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, an analog instrument panel, and wire-spoke wheels.

The bike's suspension comprised a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling.

In the braking department, the wheels were fitted with a 300 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 240 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping power.

The 2001 BMW F650GS had installed underneath its fairing a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by an electronically-controlled fuel injection system, delivering 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

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BMW F650CS Scarver photo gallery

The BMW F650CS was a standard motorcycle manufactured by BMW from 2001 to 2005, also known as Scarver, aimed at urban commuters. The bike's CS suffix represented city/street, while Scarver combined the street and carver words.

The BMW F650CS Scarver was the third generation of the F650 single-cylinder series after the F650 models made from 1993 to 2001 and the 2000 to 2007 F650GS. The bike was also known for its offbeat style intended to attract new riders.

The bike was designed by BMW's design Vice President David Robb, who was in this function from 1993 to 2012, and the same man who designed the R1100RT, R1200C, K1200RS, K1200LT, and R1100S. In addition, like previous models, the F650CS Scarver was made in collaboration with Aprilia.

In the aesthetic department, the 2001 Scarver packed standard features, such as an upper fairing with two small round headlights, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, a single-sided swingarm, and three-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

In the performance department, the 2001 BMW F650CS Scarver had installed underneath the fuel tank a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 50 hp at 6,800 rpm and 62 Nm (46 lb-ft) torque at 5,500 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch that spun the rear wheel through a final belt drive, pushing the motorcycle to 175 kph (109 mph).

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BMW F650GS Dakar photo gallery

The BMW F650GS was a dual-purpose motorcycle manufactured by BMW from 2000 to 2007. The bike was available in a lowered version with a lower seat height due to a shorter shock absorber, a standard model, and a taller, more off-road-oriented Dakar version.

In 2000, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS Dakar, an off-road model with different characteristics as opposed to the street model, such as a thinner 21-inch front wheel, more suspension travel for better off-road capabilities, and a thicker and higher seat.

The bike was named after the Paris Dakar Rally won by Richard Sainct on an F650RR in 1999 and 2000. The Dakar version of the F650GS competed in the market with motorcycles like the Kawasaki KLR650, Suzuki DR650, Honda XR650L, KTM, LC4 640, Yamaha XT660, and Honda Translap.

In the visual department, the machine packed standard features, such as a special livery, a high-mounted front fairing, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

The 2000 BMW F650GS Dakar had installed underneath its fuel tank a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by a fuel injection system, boasting 50 hp at 6,800 rpm and a 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch that spun the rear wheel through a final chain drive to a top speed of 172 kph (107 mph).

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In 2000, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650GS, a multi-purpose machine that replaced the F650 Funduro, which was dropped from production in 2001. Also, the BMW F650CS was released as a replacement for the F650ST Strada model.

The 2000 BMW F650GS was a dual-purpose motorcycle, which has been sold in over 105,000 units over its production period from 2000 to 2007. It was available in a lowered model with a lower seat height due to a shorter rear shock, a standard model, and an off-road-oriented Dakar version.

In the aesthetic department, the bike packed standard features, such as a high-mounted front fairing, a small windscreen, a small headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

The 2000 BMW F650GS had installed underneath its fairing a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a new fuel injection system in charge, boasting 50 hp with maximum strength at 6,800 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch linked to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to 183 kph (114 mph).

The bike was built on a steel frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork and a 300 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front. It packed an adjustable shock absorber with a 240 mm disc and a single-piston caliper on the rear, providing excellent handling and stopping power.

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BMW F650CS Scarver photo gallery

To get younger people interested in motorcycling again, BMW released a 2001 motorcycle named F 650 CS Scarver, where CS means City and Street, and the additional Scarver means rapid cornering onto the edge.

In connection with the newly designed single-sided swingarm, the innovative toothed belt drive took the CS model into new territories.

The fuel tank was fitted under the seat, just like on the F 650 GS, to ensure a low center of gravity and high agility. The CS model borrowed the engine and its digital engine control from the GS model, and thanks to the redesigned exhaust system, the model got a slight increase in torque.

The 652cc single-cylinder engine that powered the CS model had a power output of 50 hp at 6,800 rpm and 62 Nm (46 lb-ft) of torque available at 5,500 rpm. With a curb weight of 189 kg (417 lbs) and a five-speed manual transmission, the 2001 BMW F 650 Cs Scarver registered a top speed of 175 kph (109 mph).

As standard features, the bike came equipped with a 41mm telescopic front fork, an adjustable mono-shock in the rear with progressive linkage, front and rear disc brakes, lightweight cast aluminum wheels, a dual seat, a rear luggage rack, and an analog instrument cluster.

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The 2001 MY BMW F650 sports an liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 652cc, single cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 50 horsepower and 60 nm of torque. It comes standard with features such as the single-wall stainless steel exhaust pipes and lace-spoked wheels. The suspension system, composed of a 41mm telescopic fork and a pre-load adjustable monoshock rear, ensures a plush and agile ride, whether on a paved road or a off-road track.

Optional features such as the ABS-N, hand protectors and heated grips, not only make for a safer ride, but a more comfortable one, as well.

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BMW F650GS Dakar photo gallery

In 1998, BMW returned to the legendary Paris-Dakar Rally after a break of 13 years and competed with the F 650 RR model, which was a rally version of the F 650 GS that was about to be launched.

In 1999, BMW won first place in the overall ranking of the desert battle, which has been renamed the Granada-Dakar Rally, and also took first place in the women’s ranking.

In 1999, BMW presented the F 650 GS, which was a civilian motorcycle, and just under six months after its release, in 2000, BMW launched the F 650 GS Dakar version.

The 2000 BMW F 650 GS Dakar was packed with a 652cc single-cylinder engine with a power output of 50 hp at 6,500 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) of torque available at 5,200 rpm. The engine power was transferred to the rear wheel through a five-speed manual transmission, which spun the wheel to a top speed of 166 kph (104 mph).

From top speed, decelerating the bike, there was a 300 mm single disc brake on the front wheel and a 240 mm single disc brake on the rear wheel.

As standard features, the model came with a race-inspired paint scheme, wire-spoked wheels with off-road tires, a dual seat, a windscreen, a rear luggage rack, and an under-seat exhaust system, tipping the scale at 192 kg (423 lbs).

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BMW F650ST Strada photo gallery

In 1999, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650ST Strada, a street-oriented machine that debuted in 1993. It was part of the F650 family that also comprised the BMW F650 Funduro.

Compared to the Funduro model, which had a longer wheelbase, higher-mounted front fairing, a taller seat height, more ground clearance, and a 19-inch front wheel, the F650ST Strada had smaller dimensions and a smaller 18-inch front wheel.

The bikes had the same appearance and were powered by the same Austrian 652cc single-cylinder four-valve Rotax engine. It was in its ninth year of production and featured the same technical and performance specifications without any significant modifications.

In the aesthetic department, the machine packed standard features, such as an upper fairing with a small windscreen, a rectangular headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a center stand, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

Underneath its fairing, the 1999 BMW F650ST Strada had installed a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with two 33 mm Mikuni carburetors in charge, boasting 48 hp at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's power was transferred to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 165 kph (103 mph). In addition, from 1994 to 2000, the German motorcycle maker manufactured a total of 51,405 units.

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BMW F650 photo gallery

In 1999, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650, a multi-purpose adventure machine that debuted in 1994 in the European market and in 1997 in the American market.

The bike was part of the F650 family that debuted in 1993 and comprised the F650ST Strada and the Funduro version. Compared to the Funduro model, the BMW F650ST was a more street-oriented motorcycle.

The BMW F650 Funduro had a longer wheelbase, more ground clearance, a taller seat, a higher-mounted front fairing, and a larger 19-inch front wheel, which made it a multi-purpose motorcycle with off-road capabilities.

In the appearance department, the motorcycle packed standard features, such as a rectangular headlight, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, lightweight wire-spoke wheels, and a center stand.

Underneath its fairing, the 1999 BMW F650 had installed a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 48 hp with maximum strength at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch linked to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to 165 kph (103 mph).

In the braking department, the machine packed a 300 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 210 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, providing optimum stopping power.

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BMW F650ST Strada photo gallery

The BMW F650 was a family of motorcycles manufactured by BMW from 1993. The family comprised the F650ST Strada model manufactured in 1993 and the F650 Funduro version, released in 1994 for the European and 1997 for the American markets.

Compared to the F650ST, which had smaller dimensions, the Funduro model had a longer wheelbase, more ground clearance, a higher seat height, a higher-mounted front fairing, and a larger 19-inch front wheel, which made it a more dual/multi-purpose adventure motorcycle with off-road capabilities.

In 1998, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650ST Strada, a more street-oriented machine fitted with standard features, such as a small windscreen, a rectangular headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, and wire-spoke wheels.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 1998 BMW F650ST Strada had fitted a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine managed by two 33 mm Mikuni carburetors, delivering 48 hp with maximum strength at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

All the power produced by the engine was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 165 kph (103 mph).

In addition, from 1994 to 2000, the German motorcycle manufacturer built a total of 51,405 F650 Funduro units.

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BMW F650 Funduro photo gallery

In 1998, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650 Funduro, an adventure motorcycle part of the F650 series that debuted in 1993. The series comprised the F650 ST Strada, a more street-oriented machine, and the F650 Funduro.

Compared to the Strada model, which had smaller dimensions and an 18-inch front wheel, the Funduro version had a longer wheelbase, more ground clearance, a higher seat, a higher front fairing, and a larger 19-inch front wheel.

In the aesthetic department, the bikes were similar, packing standard features, such as an upper front fairing with a rectangular headlight, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, an analog instrument panel, wire-spoke wheels, and a center stand.

Underneath its fairing, the 1998 BMW F650 Funduro had installed a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with two 33 mm Mikuni carburetors in charge, delivering 48 hp at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch linked to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, spinning the rear wheel to a top speed of 165 kph (103 mph).

The bike had a 41 mm telescopic fork for suspension on the front end and a 300 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper for stopping power. The rear end was handled by an adjustable shock absorber and a 210 mm disc with a single-piston caliper, offering optimum suspension performance and stopping power.

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BMW F650ST Strada photo gallery

The BMW F650 was a series of motorcycles manufactured by BMW from 1993, comprising the F650ST Strada and the F650 Funduro. The F650 ST was introduced in the European market in 1993 and in 1997 in the American market.

Both machines were jointly designed by BMW and Aprilia, assembled in Itali by Aprilia, and powered by an Austrian 652cc single-cylinder four-valve Rotax engine. The F650 was the first motorcycle driven by a final chain drive and the first single-cylinder powered motorcycle since the 1960s R27 model.

The Funduro model was a more multi-purpose motorcycle due to its more extended wheelbase, higher ground clearance, higher seat height, higher front fairing, and a larger 19-inch front wheel.

Compared to the Funduro model, the F650 ST Strada had small dimensions and a smaller 18-inch front wheel, but both models shared the same appearance and two 33 mm Mikuni carburetors.

In the visual department, the Strada model packed standard features, such as an upper fairing with a small windscreen, a rectangular headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, wire-spoke wheels, and a center stand.

In the performance department, the 1997 BMW F650ST Strada had installed underneath its clothes a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 48 hp at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

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BMW F650 Funduro photo gallery

The BMW F650 Funduro was a multi-purpose motorcycle, part of the F650 family that debuted in 1993 with the F650 ST Strada and F650 Funduro. Compared to the Strada model, the Funduro version packed minor modifications, making it a more dual/multi-purpose vehicle with off-road orientations.

In 1997, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650 Funduro, an adventure machine in its fourth year of production, featuring the same technical and performance specifications as previous models.

In the aesthetic department, the motorcycle packed standard features, such as an upper fairing with a larger windscreen than the previous model, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a small luggage rack, Wire-spoke wheels, and a center stand.

The bike was built on a steel frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance and handling.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 1997 BMW F650 Funduro had fitted a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with two Mikuni carburetors in charge, delivering 48 hp with a peak force at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

A five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a final chain drive, coupled to the engine, spun the rear wheel to a top speed of 165 kph (103 mph). In addition, from 1994 to 2000, the manufacturer built a total of 51,495 F650 units.

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BMW F 650 ST Strada photo gallery

The F 650 Funduro, an advanced entry-level motorcycle marketed at an affordable price and manufactured with BMW quality standards, was as profitable as the good sales figures pointed out.

So, in 1996, BMW presented the F 650 ST with a seat at a lower height, an 18 inches front wheel, shortened spring travel, road-going tires, and a slightly modified fairing that targeted the rising following of young customers and female customers.

The motorcycle with the ST abbreviation, which stands for the Italian term “Strada,” borrowed the engine, frame, and rear end, which included the exhaust system, from the Funduro model.

The 652cc single-cylinder engine that powered the F 650 ST model had a power output of 48 hp at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 5,200 rpm that propelled the bike to a top speed of 163 kph (101 mph).

For suspension, the model featured a 41 mm telescopic fork with hydraulic shock absorbers on the front and a swingarm with an adjustable central shock absorber on the rear.

The naked machine came with fittings such as a dual seat, a rear luggage rack, an under-seat storage compartment, wire-spoked wheels, a small windscreen, a brake system with a 300 mm disc on the front and a 240 mm disc on the rear, and a side stand.

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BMW F650 Funduro photo gallery

In 1996, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650 Funduro, a multi-purpose adventure machine that debuted in 1994. The 1996 model came with the same technical and performance specifications without any modifications.

The bike was part of the F650 series that also comprised the F650 ST Strada. Compared to the Strada model, a more street-oriented machine, the Funduro model featured minor modifications, making it a multi-purpose motorcycle with off-road capabilities.

In the visual department, the bike packed the same standard features as previous models, such as an upper fairing with a small windscreen, a rectangular headlight, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, wire-spoke wheels, and a center stand.

Underneath its fairing, the 1996 BMW F650 Funduro had installed a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled carburated engine that delivered an output power of 42 hp with maximum strength at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's power was transferred to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch, spinning the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 165 kph (103 mph).

The bike's suspension comprised a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering optimum handling capabilities.

As for braking power, the machine packed a 300 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 210 mm disc squeezed by a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering reliable stopping power.

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BMW F650 Funduro photo gallery

In 1995, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650 Funduro, a middle-class multi-purpose machine that debuted in 1994. The bike was suitable for daily commutes inside the urban jungle and off-road paths without any modifications.

The bike was part of the F650 family that debuted in 1993 and comprised the F650ST Strada. Compared to the Strada model, the Funduro featured minor modifications, making it a multi-purpose motorcycle with off-road capabilities.

The F650 was the first motorcycle in BMW's range that featured a single-cylinder engine, except the 1960s R27 model and the first BMW motorcycle fitted with a final chain drive. From 1994 to 2000, BMW released a total of 51,405 units.

The 1995 machine packed standard features, such as an upper fairing with a rectangular headlight, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, wire-spoke wheels, and a center stand.

At its core, the 1995 BMW F650 Funduro had installed a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine managed by two Mikuni carburetors, boasting 48 hp at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike was built on a steel frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and a 300 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper. On the rear, the bike featured an adjustable shock absorber with a 210 mm brake disc and a single-piston caliper, delivering optimum suspension performance and stopping power.

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BMW F650 Funduro photo gallery

The BMW F650 was a series of motorcycles manufactured by BMW from 1993. The series comprised the F650ST Strada, made in 1993, and the F650, also known as Funduro, from 1994.

Due to some minor differences, the F650 Funduro was considered a more multi-purpose machine with some off-road capabilities. It was also the first single-cylinder motorcycle in BMW's range since the 1960s R27 model and the first motorcycle driven by a final chain drive.

In 1994, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW F650 Funduro, a motorcycle fitted with standard features, such as an upper fairing with a rectangular headlight, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a small luggage rack, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and wire-spoke wheels.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 1994 BMW F650 Funduro had installed a 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by two Mikuni carburetors, boasting 48 hp at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 5,200 rpm.

The bike's engine was coupled to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and a final chain drive, pushing the machine to 165 kph (103 mph).

In the braking department, the bike's wire-spoke wheels were fitted with a 300 mm disc, a dual-piston caliper on the front, and a 210 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, delivering optimum stopping power.

From 1994 until 2000, the German manufacturer released a total of 51,405 units through the factory gates.

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BMW F650 Funduro photo gallery

In 1993, BMW pushed into the market the F 650 Funduro as a new entry-level model. The Funduro bike was developed by joining forces with the motorcycle manufacturer Aprilia and the engine supplier Rotax. The Euro bike, designed as a street-oriented enduro motorcycle, could also be handled on light terrain.

The model was the first BMW motorcycle designed without a drive shaft and instead used a roller chain that delivered the power to the rear wheel.

Besides the role of the ideal entry-level motorcycle for beginner riders, it also was appreciated and won the sympathy of women motorcyclists, and side by side with the two-cylinder GS, the Funduro transformed into the most successful model in BMW’s range.

The 1993 BMW F 650 Funduro, powered by a 652cc single-cylinder engine with a power output of 48 hp at 6,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) of torque and equipped with a five-speed manual transmission propelled the 189 kg (417 lbs) chunk of steel to a top speed of 163 kph (101 mph).

The bike came with features such as laced wheels, knobby tires, a 41 mm telescopic front fork, an adjustable mono-shock suspension on the rear, front and rear disc brakes, a dual seat, a small luggage rack, a single headlamp on the front, and an analog instrument cluster.

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