What kind of engine does a BMW F650 have?
In 2008, the single cylinder F650GS was replaced by an all-new design featuring an F 800GS -derived 798 cc, parallel twin engine. For marketing purposes the 2008 motorcycle uses the same name, F650GS, despite the fact that it has a 798 cc engine. For the 2009 model year, the former single cylinder F650GS was renamed the G650GS.
When did the BMW F650 GS come out?
The BMW F 650 GS, is a dual-purpose BMW motorcycle. It was produced with a single cylinder engine from 2000 to 2007. 105,000 F650GS models were sold between 2000 and 2007. The F650GS is one of the GS on-road/off-road family.
Can you change the oil on a BMW F650GS?
Replacing the engine oil and filter on an F650GS is not difficult if you know exactly what to do. These instructions presume no special knowledge or skills, and will walk you through the procedure in detail.
Is there a BMW F650GS with blue lights?
An emergency services specific version of the F650GS, fitted with blue lights and sirens, is available from BMW Motorrad’s Official and special duty vehicles division. A specially prepared rally-raid version of the bike was used by Charley Boorman and his team during the 2006 Dakar Rally while filming their documentary Race To Dakar.
Is the BMW F650GS a single cylinder bike?
In 2008, the single-cylinder F650GS was discontinued and replaced by an all-new design featuring a 798 cc, parallel twin engine. Intended as a new-generation replacement for the old bikes, the new motorcycle has retained the same F650GS model name, despite the fact that it has a larger engine.
Where does the BMW G650GS engine come from?
The finished engines are shipped back to BMW in Germany where the bikes are assembled. G650GS models with the Chinese-assembled engines can be easily identified as the engines are painted black while in the earlier European-assembled engines were finished in silver.
Are there any common sources of noise on the F650?
There a number of common sources of Noise on the F650. If you’re looking for Vibrations see this FAQ. Do you have a short list to guide me in the right direction? The table below should help guide you to your noise. However if you can not find it based on the table, read through all the noises.
Are there any common fault symptoms on the 650gs?
The information here is intended as a guide to speed up resolution of problems. There are a number of common fault symptoms on the 650GS, while some faults can have multiple causes, the most likely cause is shown. The Technical Service Bulletins at F650.com are worth reading and cover some common faults.