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BMW R 850 R

General moped information

ModelBMW R 850 R
Year2004
CategoryNaked bike
Rating67.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power70.00 HP (51.1 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Top speed187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlOHC
Cooling systemOil & air
Gearbox6-speed
Fuel consumption4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.13 mpg)
Greenhouse gases106.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeThree-section composite frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine.
Rake (fork angle)28.0°
Front tyre dimensions120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions170/60-ZR18
Front brakesDouble disc
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Rear brakes diameter276 mm (10.9 inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight218.0 kg (480.6 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc238.0 kg (524.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.3211 HP/kg
Seat height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alternate seat height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Overall height1,220 mm (48.0 inches)
Overall length2,170 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall width940 mm (37.0 inches)
Fuel capacity20.50 litres (5.42 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)

Other specifications

CommentsSpecial equipment BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral), disengageable
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