F800GSA

[rodooo]

Magic, liking that very much

 

[Micky]

Knew about it some time ago .... sworn to secrecy

I would probably get one, would love one .... but I'm taking mine to 100,000 miles this year

 

[SERVDAVE]

Knew about it some time ago .... sworn to secrecy

I would probably get one, would love one .... but I'm taking mine to 100,000 miles this year

Good luck with getting the magic 100,000 mile mark!

I also knew about it a while back and was promised an early grave if I said anything!

Not sure what I think, have to wait to see one in the dealer I think. I am debating to changed up to a 12GS and when I heard about this thought it may do the trick! We shall see!

Have just spent the past two days on a 1200gs wc and its reminded me how much I like the boxer engine!

 

[Goose]

"The F 800 GS Adventure boasts a new, masculine bodywork styling that underlines its globetrotting abilities"

So it has a cock, then.....

new cosmetics and suddently there's a "new" bike..... does not do it for me at all....... still remains a bike I'll avoid (had one for a week... went straight back!)

 

[Micky]

Good luck with getting the magic 100,000 mile mark!

I also knew about it a while back and was promised an early grave if I said anything!

Can't see much reason for me to change if I'm honest ... my 800 already up to full Adventure spec Seat, suspension, luggage, footrests, engine bars, screen, handguards

At going uphill to seventy the five or six grand it will cost me to change will take me a long long way out there on the road

Ferry to Denmark and Norway already booked for next month

The bigger tank doesn't do anything for me, my bladder and caffein levels are the limiting factor to miles in the saddle these days ... and having ridden through the Gobi Desert on an F650GS without the fuel warning light coming on I really can't see a problem. 279 miles from full to tank to push is more than sufficient for me

But I do wish BMW would not use words like 'dynamic' and 'masculine' in their advertising, they must think we're little children

 

[Dean]

Ok lets look at the BMW garb.

On the whole I like it, well done BMW and about time they brought out the F8GSA Its not the same as an F8 it has more , look below.

Weight would not bother me, Christ Ide have trouble pulling myself out of a hole. I do not travel with a pillion but I'm heavy, heavily farkled and take the kitchen sink and more clothing than I would ever wear on tour.

I realise some of you are hardened peg standing, lets lighten the bike, good for picking around the boulders and Dakarism. and some will be

I like it I think it will appeal to more coming down from 11,1150,12 with that bigger tank range, and those with serious wedge who want a bike with all the bells and whistles standard, (maybe a way around the anti farkle insurance brigade, standard . but if they had a general low setting (Citroen styley) as well as the Enduro mode, then little legs would flock more, you know who I mean.

Fueling are they saying a 50% increase giving an extra 75mile range means 75 + 75 (150 standard ) + the extra 75 = 225

But I like it, in the flesh the enhancemence and colours will look striking, Racing red for me Wider seat, bigger screen, endure foot rests almost like a ready farkled f8, bigger and better for some, for others get over it

not sure on the Sandrover, but maybe in a matching twat suit stopping at Tesco, standing on the pegz over the speed bumbs. (on the way to some far flung desert of course )


Anyone would think BMW have been lurking in UKgsers F8 section.

Well done BMW a great addition to the line up
over to BMW .........

BMW F 800 GS Adventure highlights at a glance:
•Punchy and economical 798cc parallel twin motor making 85bhp and 83 Nm.
•Enhanced off-road and touring potential over the F 800 GS.
•BMW Motorrad ABS as standard.
•Automatic Stability Control (ASC) as a factory-fitted option.
•‘Enduro riding mode’ as factory-fitted option.
•Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) as a factory-fitted option.
•Robust and iconic GS Adventure bodywork styling.
•A 50 per cent larger fuel tank (from 16 to 24 litres), extending range by approx. 75 miles.
•Reinforced rear subframe to accommodate larger fuel tank and greater luggage load. Engine protection bar and pannier rack as standard.
•Wider seat, large windscreen and enduro footrests for enhanced comfort.
•Available in Sandrover Matt and Racing Red.
•Wide range of special accessories and optional extras.
•£9,650 OTR.

BMW F 800 GS Adventure Travel edition.

The F 800 GS Adventure will also be available as a UK-exclusive special edition, featuring a range of factory-fitted options as standard. The F 800 GS Adventure Travel features:
•Automatic Stability Control.
•Enduro off-road riding mode.
•Heated Grips.
•LED Auxilliary Headlights.
•On-board Computer.
•Centre Stand.
•Optional off-road tyres.
•£10,535 OTR.




BMW F 800 GS Adventure.

The F 800 GS Adventure is powered by the punchy, economical 798cc twin-cylinder engine featured in the F 800 GS, developing unchanged maximum power of 85bhp (63 kW) at 7,500 rpm and maximum torque of 83 Nm at 5,750 rpm.

To make long distance travel and exploration even easier, the Adventure model’s 24-litre fuel tank is fifty per cent larger than the F 800 GS, while the rear subframe has been reinforced to accommodate the additional weight of the larger fuel tank and optional new aluminium panniers and top box. A taller screen and wider seat add to the all-day comfort of the F 800 GS Adventure.

Every 2013 BMW model, including the Adventure, is equipped with BMW Motorrad’s ABS as standard. Additional performance and safety enhancing systems, including Automatic Stability Control (ASC) and Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA), are available as factory-fitted options.

The F 800 GS Adventure is also available with an optional ‘Enduro mode’ feature. At the press of a button the rider can increase the slip threshold of the ABS and ASC systems, giving the Adventure a more exciting and performance-focused riding mode for off-road terrain.

For more information on the new F 800 GS Adventure, please contact your local BMW Motorrad dealer, or request a test ride online by clicking below.

Oh go on if you want one. http://www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/request-information/test-ride.html

 

[Packer]

15kg more than standard and half of that will be the extra fuel so not that bad I would have thought.

If "unladen" includes fuel that isn't so bad but otherwise the F800GSA weighs as much as an 1150GS Even if it includes fuel it makes the 800 the same weight as the oilhead 12GS

Not what I would call progress.

 

[Dean]

If "unladen" includes fuel that isn't so bad but otherwise the F800GSA weighs as much as an 1150GS Even if it includes fuel it makes the 800 the same weight as the oilhead 12GS

Not what I would call progress.

I thought all GSA's were bigger, more bitts = heavier

More better is an opinion

1150, 1200 GSA heavy bikes where is the surprise ?

 

[Packer]

Fueling are they saying a 50% increase giving an extra 75mile range means 75 + 75 (150 standard ) + the extra 75 = 225

On a 8½k mile trip last year I often road in company with an F800GS on my 1150GS. (Both bikes mechanically standard apart from my fuel filler mod. and fuel lobe balance pipe that lets me use 24 litres of fuel).

Generally we were looking for fuel at the same time, we had the same effective maximum range of about 250 miles cruising at around 60mph and leaving a little a little in reserve. A mod to my speedo means that it reads accurately and the odometer is generally very close to sat-nav mileages.

On that basis the 8GSA will have a potential full to dry range of about 400 miles if you cruise and enjoy the view.

 

[patzx12]

The 800GS is a very good bike, fond memories of my rental in OZ. the economy\ range was important crossing the Nullabor. I would be tempted by the 800GSA

 

[Packer]

I thought all GSA's were bigger, more bitts = heavier

They are mostly taller so most of the "bigger" is air underneath which shouldn't weigh too much

 

[Mutley]

I do like it but it's priced itself into KTM territory, and for that reason I'm out :cool

 

[rodooo]

I wonder will the standard seat on the adventure be up to it compared to standard 800. Surely they could get this right and not have to buy a comfort seat

 

[nrg]

....it would appear that the suspension on the 800 GSA is all new as well. Gone are the Marzocchis and hello to WP for both front and rear.

 

[rodooo]

Magic. Where u find that out

 

[Mav]

Some nice footage here:

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If my 12GSA was to bite the dust... this would be rather tempting as a replacement.

More pics here: http://www.cycleworld.com/2013/05/04/2014-bmw-f800gs-adventure-first-look-review-photos-video/

 

[v8legend]

Gone are the Marzocchis and hello to WP for both front and rear.

Is the WP deal part of the Husqvarna sale? Good kit.

 

[rodooo]

I can't find any info on the suspension make. Just same travel as normal.

 

[Reggie P]

New 800 GS Adventure

What do you make of this ?

• Based on the same versatile overall concept as the F 800 GS, with powerful twin-cylinder engine and agile suspension, but with enhanced off-road and globetrotting abilities.
• Robust and masculine GS Adventure bodywork styling.
• Balanced proportions, despite large rear tank.
• Larger, 24-liter (6.3 gallons) fuel tank (+ 8 liters/ + 21. gallons).
• Extended range (by approx.100 miles).
• ABS as standard, ASC as a factory-fitted optional extra or as a special accessory.
• Enduro mode as a new optional extra, in combination with ASC.
• Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) as a factory-fitted optional extra.
• Reinforced rear subframe.
• More comfortable bench seat.
• Large windscreen.
• Wide enduro footrests.
• Adjustable, reinforced foot brake lever.
• Engine protection bar.
• Pannier rack also serves as a tank protection bar.

It looks good, I guess the improved seat is welcome !

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/856/16127/Motorcycle-Article/BMW-Announces-2014-F800GS-Adventure.aspx

 

[Spout]

What do you make of this ?

I'd say it's a post that's over a week too late

See the "other" F800GSA thread.