2015 BMW G 650GS Specifications

Name: 2015 BMW G 650GS
Brand: BMW

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

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2015 BMW G 650GS Overview

BMW G 650GS is an enduro / off-road motorcycle, displacing 652 cc. Power comes from a Single cylinder, four-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation, a compression ratio of 11.5:1. Bore and stroke come in at 100 x 83 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 60 Nm @ 5000 Revolutions of torque. Top speed is factory-quoted at 170 km/h. On the road, the 2015 G 650GS tips the scales at 192 kg, carries a 14-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 780 mm and spans a 1,477 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 22.4 kg heavier than the average enduro / off-road motorcycle in our database. The full 2015 BMW G 650GS spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2015 BMW G 650GS compared with other bikes in the Enduro / Off-Road category

We checked the recorded figures for the 2015 BMW G 650GS against up to 1434 bikes in the Enduro / Off-Road category in our database, counting each model once at the model year nearest to this one.

Only 47 of the other 1145 bikes in the Enduro / Off-Road category have a lower seat height than the 780 mm of the G 650GS.
With 652 cc, the G 650GS has the joint 362nd largest engine displacement of 1434 bikes in the Enduro / Off-Road category, 34% above the category average of 486 cc.
Top speed of 170 km/h is higher than that of 308 of the other 449 bikes in the Enduro / Off-Road category.
Narrowing the field to the 493 models within five model years of it, the seat height of 780 mm is lower than that of 465 of the other 492.

Versus the 2014 model

Compared with the 2014 model, wet weight rose from 191 kg to 192 kg (+1 kg) and seat height came down from 860 mm to 780 mm (-80 mm). Peak torque, displacement and top speed are unchanged.

2015 G 650GS - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
Strong front braking: Stopping power up front is strong thanks to the single disc setup, with plenty of room to upgrade further with braided lines.
ABS fitted: ABS comes fitted from the factory - one less thing to worry about in a sudden stop on a slippery surface.

Considerations

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 G 650GS 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 G 650GS 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 single disc with ABS, floating discs and 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 G 650GS's suspension runs Telescopic fork, 41mm diameter, fork stabiliser at the front. The rear uses Box-section steel dual swing arm, central spring strut operated by lever system, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The G 650GS 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 Bridge-type steel section frame with bolted on rear section, the G 650GS's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

G 650GS - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2015 BMW G 650GS with its 652 cc enduro / off-road, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, drivetrain wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. This model runs chain final drive, so check chain slack and sprocket tooth profile specifically - a worn sprocket is a cheaper fix now than after it's chewed up the next chain. Now 11 years old, this enduro / off-road is as likely to show age-related wear (perished rubber, seized fasteners, degraded seals) as mileage-related wear. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy G 650GS should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects the G 650GS's 652 cc single cylinder, four-stroke like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). With an 11.5:1 compression ratio, running the octane grade specified in the manual matters more than on a lower-compression engine. Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the G 650GS 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 G 650GS 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.

2015 BMW G 650GS - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2015 BMW G 650GS have?

The 2015 BMW G 650GS uses a Single cylinder, four-stroke engine with 652 cc of displacement.

What is the top speed of the 2015 BMW G 650GS?

The 2015 BMW G 650GS has a factory-quoted top speed of 170 km/h. Real-world speeds vary depending on rider weight, conditions and state of tune.

How much does the 2015 BMW G 650GS weigh?

The 2015 BMW G 650GS weighs 192 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much torque does the 2015 BMW G 650GS produce?

The 2015 BMW G 650GS produces 60 Nm @ 5000 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2015 BMW G 650GS?

The 2015 BMW G 650GS has a 14-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 233-280 km between stops.

Is the 2015 BMW G 650GS suitable for shorter riders?

The 2015 BMW G 650GS has a seat height of 780 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.

What brakes does the 2015 BMW G 650GS have?

The 2015 BMW G 650GS uses single disc with ABS, floating discs and two-piston calipers at the front and single disc with ABS, floating disc and single-piston caliper at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2015 BMW G 650GS use?

The 2015 BMW G 650GS runs 110/80-R19 front and 140/80-R17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

BMW G 650GS Spec Evolution

The BMW G 650GS was produced across 9 model years (2009-2017). 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	2009	2010	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017
Wet Weight	191 kg / 421 lbs	191 kg / 421 lbs	191 kg / 421 lbs	191 kg / 421 lbs	191 kg / 421 lbs	191 kg / 421 lbs	192.0 kg / 423.3 lbs	195.0 kg / 429.9 lbs	195.0 kg / 429.9 lbs
Dry Weight	176 kg / 388 lbs.	176 kg / 388 lbs.	176 kg / 388 lbs.	176 kg / 388 lbs.	176 kg / 388 lbs.	176 kg / 388 lbs.	175 kg / 385.8 lbs	175 kg / 385.8 lbs	175 kg / 385.8 lbs
Top Speed	169.5 km/h / 105.3 mph	169.5 km/h / 105.3 mph	169.5 km/h / 105.3 mph	169.5 km/h / 105.3 mph	169.5 km/h / 105.3 mph	169.5 km/h / 105.3 mph	170.0 km/h / 105.6 mph	170.0 km/h / 105.6 mph	170.0 km/h / 105.6 mph
Seat Height	860 mm to 900 mm / 33.9 in. to 35.4 in.	860 mm to 900 mm / 33.9 in. to 35.4 in.	860 mm to 900 mm / 33.9 in. to 35.4 in.	860 mm to 900 mm / 33.9 in. to 35.4 in.	800 mm / 31.5 in	860 mm to 900 mm / 33.9 in. to 35.4 in.	780 mm / 30.7 in.	780 mm / 30.7 in.	780 mm / 30.7 in.
Fuel Capacity	17.3 Litres / 4.6 US gal.	17.3 Litres / 4.6 US gal.	17.3 Litres / 4.6 US gal.	17.3 Litres / 4.6 US gal.	17.3 Litres / 4.6 US gal.	17.3 Litres / 4.6 US gal.	14.00 litres / 3.70 gallons	14.00 litres / 3.70 gallons	14.00 litres / 3.70 gallons
CO2	-	83.5 CO	83.5 CO	74.2 CO	73.8 CO	74.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	74.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	74.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	74.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Comments	-	-	Power Steering	Blata is from the Czech Republic.	-	-	-	Switchable ABS.	Switchable ABS.
Fuel Control	-	-	Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)	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)

Key Specifications

Engine

Single cylinder, four-stroke

Power

Not recorded

Torque

60.00 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 Revolutions

Top Speed

170.0 km/h / 105.6 mph

Weight

192.0 kg / 423.3 lbs

Fuel Capacity

14.00 litres / 3.70 gallons

Full 2015 BMW G 650GS Specifications

Colours Deep black, Aura white

Seat Height 780 mm / 30.7 in.

Wheelbase 1,477 mm / 58.1 in.

Height 1,390 mm / 54.7 in.

Length 2,165 mm / 85.2 in.

Width 920 mm / 36.2 in.

Dry Weight 175 kg / 385.8 lbs

Fuel Capacity 14.00 litres / 3.70 gallons

Wet Weight 192.0 kg / 423.3 lbs

Top Speed 170.0 km/h / 105.6 mph

Max Torque 60.00 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 Revolutions

Power-to-Weight Ratio 0.2743 HP/kg

CO2 74.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Displacement (cc) 652.00 cc

Displacement (ci) 39.79 cubic inches

Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Bore x Stroke (in,) 3.9 x 3.3 inches

Bore x Stroke (mm) 100.0 x 83.0 mm

Fuel System Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMW engine management, twin spark ignition

Compression Ratio 11.5:1

Emissions Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Engine Lubrication Dry sump

Fuel Consumption 3.20 litres/100 km (31.3 km/l or 73.51 mpg)

Fuel Reserve 4.00 litres / 1.06 gallons

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 5-speed

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

Frame Type Bridge-type steel section frame with bolted on rear section

Suspension - Front Telescopic fork, 41mm diameter, fork stabiliser

Suspension - Rear Box-section steel dual swing arm, central spring strut operated by lever system, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable

Rake 28.1°

Trail 113 mm / 4.4 in.

Wheel Travel - Front 170 mm / 6.7 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 165 mm / 6.5 in.

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 11.8 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 300 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 9.4 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 240 mm

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

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

Rims Cast aluminium

Tyres - Front 110/80-R19

Tyres - Rear 140/80-R17

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