2018 BMW F 800GS Specifications

Name: 2018 BMW F 800GS
Brand: BMW

Enduro / Off-Road • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2018 BMW F 800GS Overview

BMW F 800GS is an enduro / off-road motorcycle, displacing 798 cc. Power comes from a Twin, four-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation, a compression ratio of 12.0:1. Bore and stroke come in at 82 x 75.6 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 83 Nm @ 5750 Revolutions of torque. On the road, the 2018 F 800GS tips the scales at 217 kg, carries a 16-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 880 mm and spans a 1,573 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 19 kg heavier than the average enduro / off-road motorcycle in our database. The full 2018 BMW F 800GS spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2018 F 800GS - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.

Considerations

Tall seat height: At 880 mm, shorter riders will likely be on tiptoes at a standstill - worth sitting on one before you buy.
Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the F 800GS needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Valve clearance checks

With Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve gear, the F 800GS needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers. - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The F 800GS's suspension runs Upside-down telescopic fork, 43 mm at the front. The rear uses Cast aluminium dual swing arm, WAD strut. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The F 800GS uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Tubular steel space frame, load-bearing engine, the F 800GS's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

F 800GS - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2018 BMW F 800GS, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy F 800GS should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a F 800GS's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the F 800GS needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

Valve clearance service

Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used F 800GS since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.

2018 BMW F 800GS - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2018 BMW F 800GS have?

The 2018 BMW F 800GS uses a Twin, four-stroke engine with 798 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2018 BMW F 800GS weigh?

The 2018 BMW F 800GS weighs 217 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much power does the 2018 BMW F 800GS make?

The 2018 BMW F 800GS produces 83 Nm @ 5750 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2018 BMW F 800GS?

The 2018 BMW F 800GS has a 16-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 266-320 km between stops.

Is the 2018 BMW F 800GS suitable for shorter riders?

The 2018 BMW F 800GS has a seat height of 880 mm. This is towards the tall end of the spectrum and will require most riders under 175 cm to tiptoe at stops.

What brakes does the 2018 BMW F 800GS have?

The 2018 BMW F 800GS uses Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers. at the front and Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2018 BMW F 800GS use?

The 2018 BMW F 800GS runs 90/90-21 front and 150/70-17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

BMW F 800GS Spec Evolution

The BMW F 800GS was produced across 12 model years (2008-2024). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2008	2009	2010	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2024
Max Power	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	62.5 kW / 85 hp @ 7500 rpm	-	64 kW / 87hp @ 6750 rpm
Wet Weight	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	207 kg / 456 lbs	217.0 kg / 478.4 lbs	227 kg / 500 lbs
Dry Weight	177.8 kg / 392 lbs	177.8 kg / 392.0 lbs	177.8 kg / 392.0 lbs	177.8 kg / 392.0 lbs	177.8 kg / 392.0 lbs	177.8 kg / 392.0 lbs	177.8 kg / 392.0 lbs	177.8 kg / 392.0 lbs	177.8 kg / 392.0 lbs	177.8 kg / 392 lbs	-	-
Engine Type	Twin	Twin	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	-
Seat Height	880 mm - 850 mm / 34.6 in. - 33.5 in.	880 mm - 850 mm / 34.6 in. - 33.5 in.	880 mm - 850 mm / 34.6 in. - 33.5 in.	880 mm - 850 mm / 34.6 in. - 33.5 in.	880 mm / 850 mm / 34.6 in. / 33.5 in.	880 mm - 820 mm / 34.6 in. - 32.3 in.	880 mm - 820 mm / 34.6 in. - 32.3 in.	880 mm / 820 mm / 34.6 in. / 32.3 in.	880 mm / 820 mm / 34.6 in. / 32.3 in.	880 mm / 820 mm / 34.6 in. / 32.3 in.	880 mm / 34.6 in.	815 mm / 32.1 in
Fuel Capacity	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16 Litres / US 4.2 gal.	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16 Litres / 4.2 US gal.	16.00 litres / 4.23 gallons	15 Litres / 4.0 US gal
Fuel Control	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)	-
Comments	-	-	-	Power Steering	Blata is from the Czech Republic.	-	-	-	Switchable ABS.	-	Ride-By-Wire. Riding Modes Rain and Road.	-

Key Specifications

Engine

Twin, four-stroke

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

83.00 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) @ 5750 Revolutions

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

217.0 kg / 478.4 lbs

Fuel Capacity

16.00 litres / 4.23 gallons

Full 2018 BMW F 800GS Specifications

Comments Ride-By-Wire. Riding Modes Rain and Road.

Colours Racing Blue Metallic

Seat Height 880 mm / 34.6 in.

Wheelbase 1,573 mm / 61.9 in.

Height 1,350 mm / 53.1 in.

Length 2,300 mm / 90.6 in.

Width 945 mm / 37.2 in.

Fuel Capacity 16.00 litres / 4.23 gallons

Wet Weight 217.0 kg / 478.4 lbs

Max Torque 83.00 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) @ 5750 Revolutions

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Engine Type Twin, four-stroke

Displacement (ci) 48.69 cubic inches

Displacement (cc) 798.00 cc

CO2 99.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Bore x Stroke (mm) 82.0 x 75.6 mm

Bore x Stroke (in,) 3.2 x 3.0 inches

Fuel System Injection. Electroinc intake pipe injection, digital engine management (BMS-K+)

Compression Ratio 12.0:1

Emissions EU-4

Engine Lubrication Dry sump

Fuel Consumption 4.30 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l or 54.70 mpg)

Fuel Reserve 2.70 litres / 0.71 gallons

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub

Frame Type Tubular steel space frame, load-bearing engine

Suspension - Front Upside-down telescopic fork, 43 mm

Suspension - Rear Cast aluminium dual swing arm, WAD strut (travel related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable

Rake 26.0°

Trail 117 mm / 4.6 in.

Wheel Travel - Front 230 mm / 9.1 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 215 mm / 8.5 in.

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 11.8 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 300 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 10.4 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 265 mm

Brakes - Front Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers.

Brakes - Rear Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.

Rims Wire wheels

Tyres - Front 90/90-21

Tyres - Rear 150/70-17

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.