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The All-New 2014 BMW F 800 GS Adventure.
02.05.2013 Press Kit
Authentic GS Adventure prowess enhances the BMW F800 lineup
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Building upon a track record of success in the large-capacity and mid-size enduro segments, BMW Motorrad proudly offers the new F 800 GS Adventure. Based on the dynamic, off-road-oriented F 800 GS, the Adventure model offers an optimal combination of agility, touring practicality and off-road capability. Following the tradition of the popular boxer-engined GS Adventure models, it provides off-road-oriented touring aficionados, world travellers and endure fans with an authentic GS Adventure experience in the mid-size segment.
The all-new 2014 BMW F800GS Adventure will be on sale in Canada in June, 2013, debuting with an MSRP of $14,950.
The F 800 GS Adventure is powered by the characterful, liquid-cooled 798 cc four-valve twin-cylinder engine as featured on the F 800 GS, with electronic fuel injection, closed-loop catalytic converter and six-speed transmission. Developing unchanged maximum power of 63 kW (85 hp) at 7,500 rpm, and with maximum torque of 83 Nm at 5,750 rpm, this power plant impresses with quick and lively response, powerful torque and low fuel consumption.
Engineered and equipped for world travel.
Like the F 800 GS, the Adventure model too features a robust,
torsionally resistant tubular steel spaceframe, although the rear
subframe is reinforced to cater for the larger, 24-litre tank (8
litres more than on the F 800 GS model), which increases the bike’s
range. Like the F 800 GS, the Adventure model is equipped with ABS as
standard, while further safety- and performance-enhancing systems –
Automatic Stability Control (ASC) and Electronic Suspension Adjustment
(ESA) – are available as factory-fitted optional extras, or as special
accessories. These features position the BMW F 800 GS Adventure, along
with the F 800 GS, as the safest mid-size touring enduro on the market.
As another optional extra, the new F 800 GS Adventure is available with Enduro mode as part of a package featuring ASC. At the press of a button, the rider can increase the slip threshold of the ABS and ASC systems when heading off-road, for an even more dynamic riding experience and with improved acceleration and braking on loose terrain.
The F 800 GS Adventure boasts a new, masculine bodywork styling that underlines its globetrotting abilities, while a new, very comfortable bench seat, a larger windscreen for improved protection against the elements and hand protectors also support this image. Other new standard specification on the F 800 GS Adventure includes wide enduro footrests, an adjustable, reinforced foot brake lever, an engine protection bar and a pannier rack which also functions as a tank protection bar.
Highlights of the new BMW F 800 GS Adventure compared to the F 800 GS:
- Based on the same versatile overall concept as the F 800 GS, with powerful twin-cylinder engine and agile suspension, but with enhanced off-road and globetrotting abilities.
- Robust and masculine GS Adventure bodywork styling.
- Balanced proportions, despite large rear tank.
- Larger, 24-litre fuel tank (+ 8 litres).
- Extended range (by approx. 120 km / 75 miles).
- ABS as standard, ASC as a factory-fitted optional extra or as a special accessory.
- Enduro mode as a new optional extra, in combination with ASC.
- Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) as a factory-fitted optional extra.
- Reinforced rear subframe.
- Even more comfortable bench seat.
- Large windscreen.
- Wide enduro footrests.
- Adjustable, reinforced foot brake lever.
- Engine protection bar.
- Pannier rack also serves as a tank protection bar.
- Wide range of special accessories and ex-works optional extras.
Key technical differences at a glance:
BMW F 800 GS Adventure | BMW F 800 GS | |
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Tank volume | 24 litres | 16 litres |
Standard seat height | 890 mm | 880 mm |
low seat height | 860 mm | 850 mm |
Lower option | no | yes, 820 mm |
DIN unladen weight | 229 kg | 214 kg |
Max load | 225 kg | 230 kg |
Dimensions L / W / H | 2,305 / 925 / 1,450 mm | 2,300 / 920 / 1,345 mm |
Fuel consumption | ||
90 / 120 km/h | 4.3 / 5.7 l | 3.8 / 5.2 l |
55 / 75 mph | 65.7 / 49.5 mpg imp | 74.3 / 54.3 mpg imp |