EICMA 2010: BMW F 800 GS

One of the two-wheeled creations brought by BMW at this year’s edition of the EICMA show is the F 800 GS, an adventure tourer that comes with a rugged appearance and a long suspension travel, inviting riders to go wild on and off-road.

At the heart of the bike we find a two-cylinder 798cc DOHC engine that comes with 85 hp at 7,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 61 lb-ft (82 Nm) and works together with a six-speed transmission that features close ratios.

The front suspension uses a double-strut swing arm setup, while the rear one features a spring strut with adjustable spring pre-tension and adjustable rebound damping. Like we said, the spring travel is long, as the bike is designed to offer a high level of comfort.

Here is the full list of features for the BMW F 800 GS:

• F 800 GS as mid-class adventure-tourer with excellent offroad properties and long-distance capabilities.
  
• Liquid-cooled parallel twin with 798 cc capacity, four-valve technology and unique mass balance.
  
• Rev-proof DOHC valve drive via cam followers.
  
• Manifold injection with electronic engine management BMS-KP, lambda probe and regulated three-way catalytic converter plus secondary air system.
  
• Closely stepped six-speed transmission for excellent riding performance.
  
• Dirt-resistant secondary drive via O-ring chain.
  
• Torsion-resistant tubular steel frame with unusual gusset plate reinforcement of steering head.
  
• Easy handling and extremely tight turning circle.
  
• Stable telescopic fork, USD fork with upright tube diameter 45 mm.
  
• Double-strut swing arm in die-cast aluminum.
  
• Spring strut with adjustable spring pre-tension and adjustable rebound damping; WAD function (path-dependent damping as in the R 1200 GS).
  
• Long spring travel for comfort and offroad suitability.
  
• Excellent seat comfort for rider and passenger.
  
• Tank underneath seat, for best center of gravity, with easily accessible fill opening.
  
• Powerful braking system, with ABS if required.
  
• Air filter and battery positioned behind steering head for easy maintenance.
  
• Wide range of accessories for offroad and touring use.
  
• Valve timing like F 800 S
  
• Wide radiator
  
• Offroad-look fairing
  
• High windscreen
  
• USD telescopic fork
  
• WAD spring strut
  
• Spoked wheels
  
• 21-in front wheel
  
• Double-disc brake, floating, front
  
• Aluminum handlebar
  
• 880/850 mm seat height
  
• Ready-to-ride weight 207 kg (455 lbs)