BMW F 800 R 2018 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2020

BMW F 800 R 2018

BMW F 850 GS 2020

Overview - BMW F 800 R 2018 vs BMW F 850 GS 2020

BMW F 800 R 2018

BMW F 850 GS 2020

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Technical Specifications BMW F 800 R 2018 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2020

BMW F 800 R 2018

BMW F 850 GS 2020

BMW F 800 R 2018

BMW F 850 GS 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	77 mm
Engine power	Engine power	90 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	86 Nm	Torque	92 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.02	Compression Ratio	12.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Can be restricted for A2 licence	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes
Lubrication	Lubrication	Dry sump	Lubrication	Dry sump
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Suspension electronically adjustable	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,145 mm	Length	2,305 mm
Width	Width	860 mm	Width	922 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,593 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790,770,820 mm	Seat Height	860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 R 2018

With a EURO4 engine, new riding modes, new instruments and new colours, the F 800 R starts the new season. It is recognisable at first glance only by the end cap on the stately stainless steel exhaust. It is one of those full-grown motorbikes that, despite its considerable sporting potential, was designed for the widest possible user group. Therefore, it is absolutely beginner-friendly (throttled), but can also inspire an experienced audience. Its character remains somewhat pragmatic, but the unmistakable, hollow sound of the inline two compensates for this.

strong brakes

upgraded equipment

low weight

accessible geometry

characteristic sound

somewhat pragmatic

effervescence is a little lacking

BMW F 850 GS 2020

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel