BMW F 650 ST: specs and comparison
BMW F 650 ST (Naked, 1996-1999): 652 cc engine, 35 kW / 47 bhp, 190 kg (kerb weight), seat height 785 mm. Licence: A2.
Also written as: BMW F650ST
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BMW F 650 ST1996-1999 · 652 cc · 35 kW
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Specs
Strada (1996-1999)
| Years | 1996-1999 |
|---|---|
| Type | Naked |
| Licence | A2 |
| Engine | 652 cc, 1 cyl. |
| Power | 35 kW / 47 bhp |
| Weight | 190 kg (kerb weight) |
| Seat height | 785 mm |
| Max load | no data |
| ABS | no ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 17.5 l |
| Fuel use | 56 mpg (5 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 185 miles |
| Used price (estimate) | £2,900 - £3,200 |
Why it's worth it
- Proven, reliable engine
- Many bikes on the used market
- Comfortable riding position
Watch out
- Basic, budget suspension
- Noticeable vibrations
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Electrical connectors: corrosion, lights, switches
- Chain and sprockets: slack, stiff links, hooked teeth
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Questions
Is the BMW F 650 ST A2-legal?
Yes: 35 kW is within the A2 limit of 35 kW. A2 also requires no more than 0.2 kW per kg, so check the power-to-weight figure in the papers of the bike you buy.
What is the seat height of the BMW F 650 ST?
785 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inside leg.
How much does the BMW F 650 ST weigh?
190 kg (kerb weight).
What is the fuel use and range of the BMW F 650 ST?
About 56 mpg (5 l/100 km); with the 17.5 l tank that is roughly 185 miles (300 km) before the fuel light comes on.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.