Resticting a funduro or 650 GS???

[warmshed]

Hi, Sons just passed his test and wants a bigger bike. As he is only 18 he is restricted to 33bhp for a couple of years. Can the 650 funduro or GS be restricted easily to 33bhp? I am told the R850R just needs a plug in chip for about £20 to restict the power, as this is done on the continent. Is there similar item for the 650?
Or any other serious suggestions for a bike to go for? cost of course is an issue. Thanks, Dave

 

[BBB61]

It can be done on the F650 singles and I seem to recall it is done electronically as opposed to putting a washer in the inlet. A BMW dealer should be able to tell you the part number and cost.

 

[phooey]

Hi, Sons just passed his test and wants a bigger bike. As he is only 18 he is restricted to 33bhp for a couple of years. Can the 650 funduro or GS be restricted easily to 33bhp? I am told the R850R just needs a plug in chip for about £20 to restict the power, as this is done on the continent. Is there similar item for the 650?
Or any other serious suggestions for a bike to go for? cost of course is an issue. Thanks, Dave

The F650 GS ( twin ) can - you would need a set of throttle bodies and a different throttle cable.

So happens we have all bits in mint condition as removed when Beth's 2 year licence restriction expired.
Simple job to restrict / de restrict.

 

[StumpyFingers]

Don't spoil him get an F650 Single and let him loose on that for the two years.
He will come to like the independence and the bike is old enough to not need to worry too much about it getting banged about.

 

[billynomates]

The F650 GS ONLY needs (Not sure on the Funduro) a throttle restricting bracket stamped with 33kw fitted it takes about an hour to fit.
Got one if you go down the 650 single route postage only.
The 650 single is good reliable allround bike fit a 17 tooth front sprocket for more top end and less revs and vibes at 70 mph.
You can get 230 miles to the tank and seldom goes below 55mpg.
Ian