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2005 F650GS Dakar

Overview

Inspired by some of the world’s harshest terrain.

Famous for its achievements in the grueling Paris-Dakar rally, the F650GS Dakar model takes adventure riding to its extreme. Featuring BMW’s new 2 SPARK ignition system and an improved on-board engine management system, the F650GS lowers emissions while increasing fuel efficiency meaning you’ll get more desert, river bed and mountain top to the gallon.

The Dakar model also features important standard features for off road adventure including a tall windscreen and hand protection as well as an accessory power socket, jump start points, newly designed luggage rack and a 3-position clutch lever.

Whether you’re heading to the Arctic Circle or the Amazon, the F650GS Dakar can be customized with a range of optional features and accessories including switchable ABS, heated hand grips, a low seat, tank bag, large engine guard, the BMW Navigator, and more.

Engine

Type

Liquid-cooled single-cylinder

Bore x stroke

100.0 mm x 83.0 mm

Displacement

652 cc

Horsepower

50 bhp @ 6,500 rpm

Torque

44 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm

Compression ratio

11.5:1

Valve gear

DOHC, chain-driven with bucket tappets

Valves

2 x 36 mm intake / 2 x 31 mm exhaust

Valves / cylinder

Four

Engine oil capacity

2.4 quarts

Management

BMS-C II with two spark ignition

Fuel requirements

Premium unleaded

Fuel tank

HDPE, internal pump and external filter

Fuel capacity

4.0 U.S. gallons including 1.0 gallon reserve

Charging system

400 Watts @ 14 Volts

Battery

12 Volts 12 Amps/hour

Cooling system

Single radiator, 50/50 water/anti-freeze mix

Drive Train

Primary drive

Straight-cut gear 37 / 72 = 1:1.946

Clutch

Multiple plate in oil bath

Gear ratios

1st:

 2.75:1

2nd:

 1.75:1

3rd:

 1.31:1

4th:

 1.05:1

5th:

 0.88:1

Final drive system

520 O-ring, roller type chain

Final drive ratio

2.94:1

Frame and Suspension

Frame

Bridge-type with bolted-on rear section

Front suspension

41 mm telescopic fork with stabilizer bridge

Front travel

8.3 inches

Rear suspension

Central spring strut actuated by lever-linkage

Rear travel

8.3 inches

Brakes

Brake system

Front and rear disc with optional ABS

Front brakes

One, two-piston floating caliper

Front rotor

11.8 inch fixed rotor

Rear brakes

One, single-piston floating caliper

Rear rotor

9.5 inch fixed rotor

Actuation

Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

Wheels and Tires

Front wheel

1.60 x 21 wire-spoke

Rear wheel

3.00 x 17 wire-spoke

Front tire

90/90 x 21 tube-type

Rear tire

130/80 x 17 tube-type

Dimensions

Overall length

86.2 inches

Overall width

35.8 inches

Wheelbase

58.6 inches

Ground clearance

7.1 inches

Seat height

34.3 inches

Steering angle

60.8 degrees

Front wheel trail

4.9 inches

Weight - Dry

391 lbs. excluding options and accessories

Weight - Wet

425 lbs. excluding options and accessories

Maximum load

837 lbs. GVWR

Standard Equipment

Please note, the standard equipment listed below is included in the base MSRP at no additional cost.

Closed-loop 3 way catalytic converter with oxygen sensor

Stainless steel exhaust system

Hydraulic rear shock with adjustable preload

Stainless steel brake lines

Power socket

Rear lockable storage compartment

Luggage rack

Center stand

Single key locking system

Engine guard

Enduro tires

Handlebar pad

High windshield

High dual seat

Adjustable clutch lever

Diagnostic interface

Tool kit

Hand protection

Available Equipment and Accessories

Please consult your local BMW Motorrad USA retailer for specific pricing information regarding the following available equipment and accessories.

Heated hand grips

Hazard warning flashers

ABS (Switchable)

Tank bag

Large engine guard

Top case (31 liters)

BMW Navigator

On-board computer