Munich. With its completely new mid-range sports bikes, BMW Motorrad is ringing in the next round of its model offensive. In the first half of 2006, the F 800 will be the fourth model series to come off the Berlin assembly lines and it is sure to stir up the middle class. The F 800 S is a 800 cc twin which offers lots of character, an excellent suspension and BMW typical properties.
The athletic F 800 S sports bike has a dry weight of well under 190 kg (approx. 200 kg ready-to-ride) and is the first model of the new and separate model series. Riding pleasure is guaranteed thanks to the precise suspension, which is designed for high directional and cornering stability as well as optimum handling. The classic BMW qualities such as safety, compliance with the highest environmental standards, ergonomic seating position and comfort also for the pillion define the new standard in the mid-bike range. A closed-loop three-way catalytic converter, state-of-the-art digital engine electronics and optional ABS are thus a matter of course for this motorcycle.
"A sports motorcycle that appeals to all the senses of a rider and at the same time fulfils all the expectations of the mind."
With regard to the drive-line, BMW Motorrad is continuing with the innovation introduced on the F 650 CS and makes use of the low-maintenance and quiet-running belt-drive. It is lighter than the shaft drive and represents the optimum combination of weight, space requirements, efficiency and service life in this performance class.
The engine is also a completely new design. It was developed in cooperation with Bombardier-Rotax GmbH. It is manufactured in the Austrian Rotax plant and is delivered to the Berlin production line ready-for-assembly. The first 2-cylinder inline engine in the history of BMW Motorrad features a four-valve design. High 12:1 compression and a combustion chamber designed similarly to the one used in the new K-engine ensure effective and low-emission combustion as well as efficient fuel consumption which will be considerably lower than that of the competition. Mass compensation for the cranktrain balances unwanted vibrations without foregoing the vigorous characteristics associated with 2-cylinder engines. The compact engine unit with integrated 6-speed gearbox has been designed for balanced power delivery and uncomplicated riding pleasure. A peak output exceeding 60 kW (more than 80 bhp) and respective torque power will also satisfy a sports-rider's needs.
The new BMW F 800 S will be presented to the international press and then the public for the first time at the EICMA motorshow in Milan on 15. November 2005. The price has not been fixed yet.
