BMW F 800 GS (2025)
Short Overview
The BMW F 800 GS is a versatile mid-sized adventure bike built for daily rides, weekend tours, and light off-road trips. Powered by a parallel-twin engine producing 87 hp, it features modern electronics, TFT connectivity, and optional navigation prep—offering the perfect balance between performance and comfort.
Price (On-Road – Ireland)
From €12,941; ranges from approximately €13,175 to €17,000 based on configuration and extras.
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Finance Options
1.9% APR available (Kearys BMW Motorrad, Ireland)
Alternative offer: 3.9% APR with monthly plans (Joe Duffy BMW Motorrad)
Colours
Colours: Light White Solid, Racing Blue Metallic (Sport), Blackstorm Metallic (Triple Black)
Key Highlights
- 87 hp parallel-twin engine with 91 Nm torque
- 6.5″ TFT with connectivity + navigation prep
- Standard ABS Pro, traction control, and riding modes
Bike Specification (Overview)
- Engine: 895 cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
- Transmission: 6-speed, chain drive
- Mileage: Not specified
- Power: 64 kW (87 hp) @ 6,750 rpm
- Brakes: Dual 305 mm front discs, single 265 mm rear disc
- Braking System: ABS Pro
- Ground Clearance: Not specified
- Fuel Capacity: 15 L
- Seat Height: 815 mm
- Kerb Weight: ~227 kg
- Wheels: Wire-spoked (21″ front / 17″ rear)
Bike Summary
The F 800 GS is BMW’s entry into the adventure segment, delivering agile handling, touring comfort, and off-road capability. With modern electronics, versatile ergonomics, and iconic GS DNA, it’s ideal for riders who want one bike that does it all.
Full Technical Details Table
Engine & Performance
- Engine type: Parallel-twin, DOHC, liquid-cooled
- Displacement: 895 cc
- Max Power: 64 kW (87 hp) @ 6,750 rpm
- Max Torque: 91 Nm @ 6,750 rpm
- Top Speed: ~190 km/h
- Mileage (claimed): Not specified
- Mileage – Owner Reported: Not available
- Transmission: 6-speed, chain drive
- Gear Shift Pattern: 1-down, 5-up
- Clutch: Wet multi-plate
- Riding Range: ~350–375 km (est.)
- Riding Modes: Rain, Road (standard) + optional Enduro/Off-road
- Cylinders: 2
- Valves per Cylinder: 4
- Cooling System: Liquid-cooled
- Bore x Stroke: 86 x 77 mm
- Compression Ratio: 13.1:1
- Spark Plugs: Not specified
- Battery: 12V, 9Ah
- Fuel System / Fuel Delivery: Electronic fuel injection
- Emission Standard: Euro 5+ (latest compliance)
- Fuel Type: E15, min. 95 RON petrol
Brakes & Wheels
- Braking System: ABS Pro
- Front Brake: Twin 305 mm discs, 2-piston calipers
- Rear Brake: Single 265 mm disc, 1-piston caliper
- Wheel Type: Wire-spoked
- Front Wheel Size: 21″
- Rear Wheel Size: 17″
- Front Tyre: 110/80 R19
- Rear Tyre: 150/70 R17
- Tyre Type: Tubed adventure tyres
- Front Tyre Pressure (Rider): 2.2 bar
- Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider): 2.5 bar
- Rider & Pillion pressures: As above
Suspensions & Chassis
- Front Suspension: 41 mm telescopic fork, 170 mm travel
- Rear Suspension: Monoshock with preload adjustment
- Front Suspension Preload Adjuster: No
- Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster: Yes
- Chassis Type: Tubular steel frame with aluminium swingarm
Dimensions
- Kerb Weight: ~227 kg
- Seat Height: 815 mm
- Seat Length: Not specified
- Ground Clearance: Not specified
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 15 L
- Reserve Fuel Capacity: Approx 4 liters
- Overall Length: ~2,296 mm
- Overall Width: ~910 mm
- Overall Height: ~1350 mm
- Wheelbase: ~1578 mm
Manufacturer Warranty
- Standard Warranty: 3 years (BMW Motorrad EU)
- Standard Warranty (in Km): Unlimited km
Service & Maintenance Schedule
Service intervals every 10,000 km or annually (as per BMW Motorrad schedule)
Features
Instrument Cluster
- Instrument Console: 6.5″ TFT colour display with connectivity
- Touch Screen Display: No
- Display Size: 6.5″
- Digital Display Type: TFT
- Brightness Control: Yes (auto/manual)
- GPS & Navigation: Prep for ConnectedRide Navigator
- Real Time Mileage Indicator: Yes
- Average Fuel Consumption: Yes
- Speedometer / Odometer / Fuel Gauge / DTE: Yes
- Mobile Phone Connectivity: Yes (via BMW app)
- Tripmeter Type: Digital
- No. of Tripmeters: 2
- Tachometer: Digital
- Stand Alarm: Not specified
- Gear Indicator: Yes
- Low Battery / Fuel / Oil Indicator: Yes
- Service Reminder Indicator: Yes
- Hazard Warning / High Beam / Temperature / Malfunction Indicators: Yes
- Average Speed: Yes
- Call/SMS Alerts: Yes (via app)
- Clock: Yes
Safety & Convenience
- USB Charging Port: Not specified (available via accessories)
- Quickshifter: Optional
- Traction Control: Standard (Dynamic Traction Control)
- Cruise Control: Optional
- Start Type: Electric start
- Exhaust Heat Shield: Yes
- Kill Switch: Yes
Mobile App Monitoring
- Vehicle Location Tracking: Via BMW Motorrad Connected app
- Geo Fencing: Not specified
Lights
- Headlight Type: Full LED
- DRLs: Yes (LED)
- Brake/Tail Light: LED
- Hazard Warning Lights: Yes
- Shift Light: Not specified
- Pass Light: Yes
- Turn Signal: LED
Seat & Storage
- Under Seat Storage (Litres): Minimal (tools/documents)
- Pillion Seat: Yes
- Pillion Footrest: Yes
- Pillion Grab Rail: Yes
Additional Features
- M Endurance chain (low maintenance)
- Multiple factory accessories available
- Heated grips (optional)
- Connectivity via BMW Motorrad app
User Review
The F 800 GS is praised for its balance of power, comfort, and adventure capability. Riders note its smooth twin-cylinder engine, intuitive TFT interface, and excellent touring versatility, though some wish for lighter weight and more standard features like cruise control.
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