Is there a problem with the BMW F800 engine?
Its funny how this i brought up every single time a f800 is mentioned, yes there used to be a problem with with the 800 engine bmw changed alot of parts in 2008 so any bike built after this shouldnt suffer, i have rebuilt many f800 engines, some with as little as 5000 miles on, and the ones with new parts dont suffer from this. Reddit!
Would you take the F800 GS around the world?
F800 GS with +70.000km – would you take it around the globe? Next year I’m planning a trip to Mongolia and back with my (then) 6 year old 800GS with close to 70.000km on it. Anybody here has experience with that mileage on a bmw 800 twin engine? Can I expect a trouble-free trip of around 30.000km?
How often should I Have my BMW F800ST serviced?
Maintenance intervals / Service for BMW F800S, F800ST & F800GT. Regular maintenance is a must for a reliable and good motorcycle. Under normal driving conditions you can do the service a few hundred km sooner or later. Subsequent you will find technical data as well as maintenance and service information.
When does a BMW F800GS stator go out?
You can read that story here: Finally, there’s only one recurring issue that we’ve run into and heard about from other distance travellers – the stator burns out on this bike with some frequency. Nita’s started to go out at about 55000km and died at 65000km.
When does the BMW F 800 GS come out?
The F 800 GS is now expected to be available at U.S. BMW Motorcycle retailers in the Fall 2008, making it a 2009 model. In the meantime, prospective owners may also want to consider the 2008 BMW Motorrad GS line, which features the upgraded R 1200 GS and R 1200 GS Adventure models, which will arrive in dealerships this Spring.
Is the BMW F 800 GS a chain drive?
It has a chain drive! BMW claims a high level of stability combined with playful handling are features for the new F 800 GS, along with a strong chassis and impressive engine performance for maximum riding enjoyment.
What are the issues with my BMW F800GS?
The biggest issue I have experienced thus far has been with bearings. Steering head bearings & the rear wheel bearings have gone sour on my 2012 with 55k miles. I had some problems with getting the gears into neutral…
You can read that story here: Finally, there’s only one recurring issue that we’ve run into and heard about from other distance travellers – the stator burns out on this bike with some frequency. Nita’s started to go out at about 55000km and died at 65000km.