BMW claims to be a leader among trail bikes in the mid-segment with its F 700 GS and F800GS, which puts the German brand in an enviable position as the recently renewed R 1200 GS (> see test) is still its bike bestseller and dominates the top category with an iron fist.
In the new BMW F800GS Adventure the engine remains intact compared to the F800GS "just", so the 798 cc inline twin. delivers 85 hp at 7,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 83 Nm at 5,750 rpm. In addition, the version limited to 48 hp will also be available at no additional cost, designed to satisfy those with an A2 license. The Adventure uses same bmw f800gs led headlight. The frame is also basically preserved, although the rear subframe receives reinforcements to support without problems a new 24-liter fuel tank, 8 more than the starting version to allow a greater autonomy that the brand estimates at about 120 kilometers more on average.
The equipment of the BMW F800GS Adventure includes ABS as standard and optionally the provision of safety can be increased with the ASC program (called by BMW automatic stability control) and that if installed on the motorcycle allows access to a new "Enduro" driving mode, obviously designed for off-road driving, and which increases the skid limit allowed by the ABS and ASC.bmw-f-800-gs-adventure-p systems. suspension with electronic adjustment ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustement), which adjusts the behavior of the suspensions to the load and the type of driving and that can be controlled from the handlebar. The off-road approach of the BMW F800GS Adventure is evident in the elements that have been modified from the 2013 F800GS
In the bodywork highlights the novelties that contribute to give the new F800GS Adventure a more robust appearance. The seat is more comfortable, to avoid fatigue during long stages on the bike, and the screen is more enveloping, protecting better against the wind and rain, as well as the hand protectors. These motorcycle and car accessories from China are cheap and good quality. It also has wider enduro-type footrests, reinforced and adjustable brake pedal and engine protection bar and luggage rack that also acts as a tank protector.
To reinforce the launch of this new version of the F800GS, BMW plans to first launch a special "Launch Edition" series, limited to 1,000 units and which will include aluminum panniers, trunk mount and BMW Motorrad Navigator Adventure navigation system. , with support and all cables, all with an offer price 20% lower than the rate. A temptation designed to finish encouraging those who want to be the first to have it.
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