ADVENTURE IS IN ITS BLOOD.
You live for the challenge. Where others turn back, you ride on. You overcome boundaries to turn obstacles into possibilities. Adventure flows through your veins. Atop the F 850 GS, you have the opportunity to master the off-road track thanks to the 21-inch front tire and other off-road oriented features. Your attitude and curiosity spur you on, regardless of how far you want to travel with the F 850 GS. With the Connectivity factory option, you have access to navigation, your phone, music, and vehicle-relevant data at all times. Clearly and concisely shown on a 6.5 inch TFT display, without any distractions. Discover what lies over the horizon.
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Features
- THE INNER DRIVE: The twin-cylinder in-line engine, with its 90 hp, supports you in every endeavor, with high torque and dynamic handling. The strong sound of the engine impresses while working economically and delivering an impressive performance at all times. Discover the unknown with the F 850 GS.
- IN YOUR ELEMENT: Your head is free, your gaze focused on the road ahead. Almost instinctively you steer, shift and brake the F 850 GS – an inimitable handling. You are in your element, fully focused on your adventure. Thanks to the GS ergonomics, you ride upright and confidently.
- ENGINE CONCEPT: The responsive in-line twin-cylinder with 90 hp sends ample power to the rear wheel.
- CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION: The Rain and Road Ride Modes are standard equipment, while the available Ride Modes Pro and Dynamic ESA enhance the versatility, comfort, and stability of the F 850 GS even further.
- COUPLING FORCE: The slipper clutch improves control and riding characteristics.
- ON-BOARD COMPUTER: The On-Board Computer comes as standard equipment and shows you the most important data at a glance.
- STANDARD ASC AND RIDE MODES: Automatic Stability Control (ASC) regulates the power transmission to the rear wheel, while the standard Road and Rain Ride Modes regulate the throttle response.
- ALUMINUM CROSS-SPOKE WHEELS WITH TUBELESS TIRES: The aluminum cross-spoke wheels with tubeless tires and 21" inch front wheel are optimal for the ultimate off road trip. *Gold anodized rims (shown) are exclusive to the Rally Style Package.
- GEAR SHIFT ASSIST PRO: Gear Shift Assist Pro is a feature known and loved by racers, allowing riders to upshift and downshift without pulling the clutch lever. This means that you always have the handlebars firmly in your grip while reducing shift time and decreasing the impact of the load change on the rear wheel.
- THE EXTRA KICK: For demanding offroad use, the F 850 GS has cross-spoke wheels with tubeless tires, helping you to reach destinations.
- ENGINE GUARD: A thick plastic black skid plate protects the engine of the F 850 GS from rocks and damage on off-road trips.
- ALUMINUM HANDLEBAR: The wide aluminum handlebar sits comfortably in the hand and supports the easier handling of the BMW F 850 GS. The anodized surface highlights the bike’s profile.
General Information
Brakes/Wheels/Tires
Brakes
BMW Motorrad ABS (can be switched off)
Front - Dual floating disc brakes, dual-piston floating calipers, diameter 305 mm
Rear - Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, single-piston floating caliper
Wheels
Wire spoke
Front - 2.15 x 21 in.
Rear - 4.25 x 17 in.
Tires
Front - 90/90 - 21 54V
Rear - 150/70 - 17 69V
Dimensions
Length
90.8 in. (2,305 mm)
Height
Excluding mirrors - 53.4 in. (1,356 mm)
Width
Including mirrors - 36.3 in. (922 mm)
Weight
Unladen, road ready, fully fuelled - 504 lb. (229 kg)
Wheelbase
62.7 in. (1,593 mm)
Seat Height
Unladen weight - 33.9 in. (Standard Seat)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight - 75.2 in. (Standard Seat)
Drivetrain
Transmission
Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox with straight cut gear
Engine
Engine
4-stroke parallel twin engine, four valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts
Horsepower
90 hp (66 kW) @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
Max. - 63 ft. lb. (86 Nm) @ 6,250 rpm
Fuel System
Mixture control / engine management - Electronic fuel injection
Fuel type -Premium Unleaded
Fuel Capacity
Usable tank volume - 4 gal. (15 l)
Reserve - Approx. 0.9 gal (3.5 l)
Clutch
Multi-plate wet, mechanically operated
Exhaust
Emission control - Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Battery
12 V / 10 Ah, maintenance-free
Alternator
Three-phase 416W generator
Operational
Frame
Tubular steel space frame, load bearing engine
Suspension
Front - Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
Rear - Cast aluminum 2-sided swing arm, WAD strut (travel related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Front travel - 8 in. (204 mm)
Rear travel - 8.6 in. (219 mm)
Capacity
Payload with standard equipment - 476 lb. (216 kg)
Permitted total weight - 981 lb. (445 kg)
Other
Additional Colors
Pollux Metallic Matte
Racing Red
Light White with Blue / White Accents