2016 BMW F 800 GS and F 700 GS
Updated for 2016 BMW F 700 GS and F 800 GS
The very popular BMW F 700 GS and F 800 GS offer great versatility and the models have now been visually refined by BMW Motorrad for model year 2016.
With the newly designed tank cover and a likewise newly configured ignition lock cover, both models have a freshened look. A metallic appearance is achieved through electroplated elements applied to the knee covers (F 700 GS) and radiator cover (F 800 GS) along with a partially engraved and newly configured model inscription.
Newly designed two-colour seats round off the fresh, dynamic appearance of the two models. In order to ensure that optimum riding fun on the F 700 GS and F 800 GS is available to all riders, five possible seat heights are available for each model with four seats and the optional lowered suspension (ex works option). This makes for a wide seat height range of 765 mm – 860 mm (F 700 GS) and 820 mm – 920 mm (F 800 GS).
An overview of highlights in the new F 700 GS and F 800 GS
- New design with electroplated elements.
- New F 700 GS paint finish and style variants:
Light white non-metallic,
Sakhir orange metallic,
Mineral grey metallic. - New F 800 GS paint finish and style variants:
Light white non-metallic,
Black storm metallic,
Racing blue metallic matt. - Five possible seat heights for each model with four seats and optional lowered suspension (ex works option).
Three paint finish and surface variants in the new F 700 GS and F 800 GS create an equally powerful yet distinctive character for each
F 800 GS
The F 800 GS variant “Style 1” in Light white non-metallic
- Light white non-metallic paint finish.
- Frame in Racing red non-metallic.
- Red spring strut.
- Grey/black seat.
- Large hand protector with large top spoiler.
“Style 2” in Black storm metallic F 800 GS
- Black storm metallic paint finish.
- Frame in Agate grey metallic matt.
- White spring strut.
- Grey/black seat.
- Large hand protectors with large top spoiler, tinted windshield, LED turn indicators.
Basic variant in Racing blue metallic, F 800 GS
- Racing Blue metallic matt paint finish.
- Frame in Agate Grey metallic matt.
- White spring strut. Grey/black seat
F 700 GS
The variant “Style 1” in Light white non-metallic F 700 GS
- Light white non-metallic paint finish.
- Frame in Racing red non-metallic.
- Red spring strut.
- Grey/black seat.
- Large hand protectors with large top spoiler.
In the basic variant in Sakhir orange metallic, F 700 GS
- Sakhir orange metallic paint finish.
- Frame in Agate grey metallic matt.
- White spring strut.
- Grey/black seat.
In the basic variant in Mineral grey metallic, F 700 GS
- Mineral grey metallic paint finish.
- Frame in Agate grey metallic matt.
- White spring strut.
- Grey/black seat.
In both models, the liquid-cooled 4-valve 2-cylinder engine sports a capacity of 798 cc, fuel injection and 6-speed gearbox. A torquey power deliver and a very low level of fuel consumption are features of the engine.
The F 700 GS has an output of 55 kW (75 hp) at 7,300 rpm and develops a maximum torque of 77 Nm at 5,300 rpm.
The F 800 GS, an output of 63 kW (85 hp) is available at 7 500 rpm and a torque of 83 Nm at 5,750 rpm.
In line with the “Safety 360” principle, the new F 700 GS and F 800 GS are fitted as standard with a high-performance BMW Motorrad ABS system. Other safety-related features are the optional Automatic Stability Control ASC and the Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA.
As before, the new F 800 GS combines suitability for road use and touring with profound off-road capabilities, while the new F 700 GS is geared more towards motorcyclists who do not require the same degree of off-road potential.
