2018 BMW F 800 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by BMW for the allround motorcycle segment, the 2018 BMW F 800 R relies on a 798 cc (48.7 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 90 HP (65.7 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 86 Nm (63.4 lb-ft) at 5,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 112.8 HP per liter and a 2,200 rpm working window between peak torque (5,800 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the F 800 R measures 202 kg (445 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.45 HP/kg (2.24 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,526 mm (60.1 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's BMW archive, this model family spans 11 indexed model years from 2009 to 2019, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
112.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.45 HP/kg (2.24 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,800–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine
Displacement798.0 ccm (48.69 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Power90.0 HP (65.7 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque86.0 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) @ 5800 RPM
Compression12.0:1
Bore x Stroke82.0 x 75.6 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic injection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
LubricationDry sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
DrivelineEndless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub
Chassis
Frame TypeBridge-type frame, cast aluminium
Rake26.0°
Trail100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front SuspensionUpside-down fork
Front Travel125 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionDie-cast aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central spring strut, spring preload hydraulically and steplessly adjustable via handwheel, adjustable rebound damping
Rear Travel125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase1526 mm (60.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
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