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F 850 GS Sport

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Power/Weight
0.41 hp/kg
Top Speed
200 km/h
Torque
92 Nm
Engine
853 ccm

2018 BMW F 850 GS Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in BMW's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2018 BMW F 850 GS Sport relies on a 853 cc (52.1 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 95 HP (69.3 kW) at 8,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 92 Nm (67.9 lb-ft) at 6,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 111.4 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,250 rpm) and peak power (8,250 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 850 GS Sport measures 229 kg (505 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.41 HP/kg (2.41 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 860 mm (33.9 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,559 mm (61.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.1 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 366 km (227 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph).

Specific Output
111.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.41 HP/kg (2.41 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,250–8,250 rpm
Theoretical Range
~366 km (227 mi)
Engine
Displacement 853.0 ccm (52.05 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Power 95.0 HP (69.3 kW)) @ 8250 RPM
Torque 92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM
Compression 12.7:1
Bore x Stroke 84.0 x 77.0 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication Dry sump
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Driveline Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub
Performance
Top Speed 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Fuel Consumption 4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 95.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Chassis
Frame Type Bridge-type frame, steel shell construction
Rake 26.0°
Trail 126 mm (5.0 inches)
Front Suspension Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
Front Travel 204 mm (8.0 inches)
Rear Suspension Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central WAD spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable, rebound damping adjustable
Rear Travel 219 mm (8.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1559 mm (61.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/80-19
Rear Tyre 150/70-R17
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø 305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear Brake Ø 265 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheels Cross spoke wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)
Seat Height 860 mm (33.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1225 mm (48.2 inches)
Overall Length 2280 mm (89.8 inches)
Overall Width 922 mm (36.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 3.50 litres (0.92 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Racing Red, Light White, Pollux Metallic Matt
Light LED headlamps
Notes

Ride-By-Wire. Riding Modes Pro - Dynamic, Enduro and Enduro Pro. Dynamic Traction Control. Heated grips.

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