2007 BMW F 800ST vs 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2007 BMW F 800ST 2007 BMW F 800ST

Sport touring

Engine
Liquid-cooled parallel twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 8000 rpm
Top Speed
220.0 km/h / 137.0 mph
Weight
412.3 pounds
2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory

Sport touring

Engine
V-twin, four-stroke
Power
102 kW / 139 hp @ 9500 rpm
Top Speed
252.3 km/h / 156.7 mp/h
Weight
399 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year20072008
MakeBMW-
ModelF 800STTuono 1000 R Factory
ColoursBlue Metallic, Graphitan Metallic-
Make ModelBMW F 800STAprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory
Dimensions
Width (mm)-830 mm
Width (in.)-32.68 in
Wheelbase (mm)-1410 mm
Wheelbase (in.)-55.51 in
Seat Height (mm)-810 mm
Seat Height (in.)-31.89 in
Length (mm)-2025 mm
Length (in.)-79.72 in
Height (in.)-43.31 in
Ground Clearance (mm)-99 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)-3.90 in
Height (mm)-1100 mm
Seat Height820 mm / 32.2 in (low seat: 790 mm / 31.1 in)810 mm / 31.9 in
Wheelbase1,466 mm / 57.7 in.1410 mm / 55.5 in
Ground Clearance-99 mm / 3.9 in
Height1155 or 1225 mm / 45.5 or 48.2 in (excl. mirrors)1100 mm / 43.3 in
Length1155 or 1225 mm / 45.5 or 48.2 in (excl. mirrors)2025 mm / 79.7 in
Width860 mm / 33.9 in (incl. mirrors)830 mm / 32.7 in
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity (gal.)-4.76 US gal
Fuel Capacity (l)-18 L
Dry Weight (lbs.)-399 lbs
Dry Weight187 kg / 412 lbs181 kg / 399 lbs
Fuel Capacity16 Litres / 4.2 US gal18 L / 4.8 US gal
Performance
Top Speed220.0 km/h / 137.0 mph252.3 km/h / 156.7 mp/h
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)-3.5 sec
Acceleration (100-140 km/h)-4.7 sec
Acceleration (140-180 km/h)-6.0 sec
Acceleration (60-100 km/h)-4.6 sec
Acceleration (60-140 km/h)-9.3 sec
Max Power62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 8000 rpm102 kW / 139 hp @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque80 Nm / 59 lb-ft @ 5800 rpm107 Nm / 10.9 kgf-m / 78.8 ft-lb @ 8500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.4545 HP/kg-
Standing Start 0-1000 m-20.4 sec / 244.4 km/h / 151.9 mph
Standing Start 0-150 km/h-5.4 sec
Standing Start 0-200 km/h-10.0 sec
Standing Start ¼ Mile12.0 sec11.1 sec / 210.9 km/h / 131.0 mph
Engine
Displacement (cc)-997.62 cc
Bore x Stroke (mm)-97 x 67.5 mm
Bore x Stroke (in,)-3.82 x 2.66 in
Displacement (ci)-60.9 cu in
Fuel Reserve (l)-4 L
Fuel Reserve (gal.)-1.06 US gal
Stroke75.6 mm-
Engine TypeLiquid-cooled parallel twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderV-twin, four-stroke
Displacement798 cc / 47.7 cu-in997.6 cc / 60.9 cu in
Engine DetailFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, longitudinal 60°V twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic fuel injection-
Bore x Stroke82.0 x 75.6 mm97 x 67.5mm
Compression Ratio12.0:111.8:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled
Exhaust-Two-into-two, Euro3
Fuel Consumption5.0 L/100 km / 20.1 km/l / 47 US mpg-
Fuel InductionElectronic intake injectionIntegrated electronic engine management system. Indirect multipoint electronic injection, Ø57 mm throttle bodies.
Fuel Reserve-4 L / 1.1 US gal
IgnitionKnock control and oxygen sensorsDigital electronic ignition integrated with the fuel injection system. One spark plug per cylinder.
Lubrication-Dry sump with separate oil reservoir. Double trochoidal pump with oil cooler.
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4 valves per cylinder-
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free-
Drivetrain
ClutchCable-operated multiplate-plate wet clutchMultiple disk in oil bath with patented PPC power-assisted hydraulic control
Final DriveBeltChain
Final Drive Ratio1:2.3540:16
Gear Ratios1st 2.46:1 / 2nd 1.75:1 / 3rd 1.38:1 / 4th 1.17:1 / 5th 1.04:1 / 6th 0.96:11sr 34:15 / 2nd 31:19 / 3rd 26:20 / 4th 24:22 / 5th 24:25 / 6th 23:26
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary Drive Ratios-60:31
Transmission / Drive6 Speed 6 Speed
Chassis
Fork Tube Size (in.)-1.69 in
Trail (in.)-4.08 in
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)-4.72 in
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)-120 mm
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)-5.24 in
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)-133 mm
Trail (mm)-103.7 mm
Fork Tube Size (mm)-43 mm
Frame TypeBridge-type aluminium frameBox section sloping twin-spar frame in aluminium alloy. Removable aluminium alloy saddle mount frame.
Suspension - Front43mm Telescopic forksÖhlins Racing ø43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment for spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Suspension - RearDie-cast aluminium single sided swinging arm with rear wheal axle and eccentric adjustment, central spring stud , spring pre-loaded hydraulically adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of handwheel, rebound damping adjustable.Aluminium alloy double member swingarm. APS (Aprilia Progressive System) rising rate linkages. Öhlins Racing piggy-back monoshock with adjustment for spring preload, compression and rebound damping.
Rake-25°
Steering Head Angle64.2°-
Trail95 mm / 3.7 in103.7 mm / 4.1 in
Wheel Travel - Front140 mm / 5.5 in120 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear140 mm / 5.5 in133 mm / 5.2 in
Electronics
TachometerStandard-
Electrical Systems
AlternatorThree-phase alternator 400 W-
Charging System-12V - 500W
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)265 mm220 mm
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches12.60 in
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm320 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)10.4 inches8.66 in
Brakes - Front2 x 320mm discs, 4 piston calipers2 x Ø320mm floating discs, stainless steel, 4 piston calipers, Brembo Gold
Brakes - RearSingle 265mm disc, 2 piston caliperSingle Ø220 mm stainless steel disc, 2 piston caliper, Brembo Gold
ABSOptional (disengageable)-
Rims - Front3.50 x 17-
Rims - Rear5.50 x 17-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70 ZR17
Tyres - Rear180/55 ZR17190/50 ZR17
WheelsCast aluminiumForged aluminium alloy OZ wheels
Wheels - Front-3.50 x 17"
Wheels - Rear-6.00 x 17"

Verdict

Winner on specs

2007 BMW F 800ST

The 2007 BMW F 800ST edges out the 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory thanks to its standard ABS, higher rear wheel travel and higher front wheel travel. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2007 BMW F 800ST - Advantages

  • Standard ABS: A meaningful safety advantage in emergency braking on wet or loose surfaces.
  • More rear wheel travel: 140 mm vs 133 mm - absorbs bigger hits and rough terrain better.
  • More front wheel travel: 140 mm vs 120 mm - greater compliance over rough surfaces.

2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory - Advantages

  • Higher torque: 107 Nm vs 80 Nm - more pulling power across the rev range.
  • Larger fuel tank: More range between stops - an advantage on touring routes and remote roads.

2007 BMW F 800ST vs 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2007 BMW F 800ST and 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory?
The 2007 BMW F 800ST uses Liquid-cooled parallel twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, while the 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory is powered by V-twin, four-stroke.
Which is lighter, the 2007 BMW F 800ST or the 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory?
The 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory is lighter at 181 kg compared to 187 kg for the 2007 BMW F 800ST - a difference of 6 kg. This is a small difference unlikely to be a deciding factor in everyday riding.
Which has the larger fuel tank, the 2007 BMW F 800ST or the 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory?
The 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory has the larger tank at approximately 18 litres vs 16 litres for the 2007 BMW F 800ST. At 5-6 l/100 km that is roughly 300-360 km vs 266-320 km between stops.
Does the 2007 BMW F 800ST or 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory have ABS?
The 2007 BMW F 800ST is listed with ABS as standard. The 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory does not list ABS. ABS provides a meaningful safety benefit in emergency braking on wet or loose surfaces.
Which should I buy, the 2007 BMW F 800ST or the 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory?
Both are strong choices. The 2007 BMW F 800ST has the edge in standard ABS and higher rear wheel travel, while the 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory stands out for higher torque and larger fuel tank. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.