BMW F 650 ST Strada

Make Model	BMW F 650 ST Strada
Year	1998
Production	1994 - 2000 total 51 405 units
Engine	Four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	652 cc / 39.8 cub. in.
Bore x Stroke	100 x 83mm
Compression Ratio	8.8:1
Cooling	Liquid
Lubrication	Dry sump
Induction	2 x ∅33mm Mikuni carburetors
Ignition	Digital
Starting	Electric
Spark Plugs	NGK D8EA
Clutch	Multi plate in oil
Max Power	35 kW / 48 hp @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque	57 Nm / 5.8 kgf-m / 42 lb-ft. @ 5200 rpm
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Gear Ratios	1st 2.75 / 2nd 1.75 / 3rd 1.31 / 4th 1.05 / 5th 0.88:1
Frame	Single loop tubular with bolt on trussing
Front Suspension	∅41mm Telescopic forks non adjustable.
Front Wheel Travel	170 mm / 6.7 in.
Rear Suspension	Rising rate monoshock preload adjustable.
Rear Wheel Travel	165 mm / 6.5 in.
Front Brakes	Single ∅300mm disc 2piston caliper
Rear Brakes	Single ∅210mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre	100/90 -18
Rear Tyre	130/80 -17
Front Rim	2.5 x 18
Rear Rim	3.0 x 17
Dimensions	Length: 2180 mm / 86.2 in. Width: 820 mm / 32.3 in. Height: 1220 mm / 48 in.
Wheel Base	1480 mm / 58.3 in.
Seat Height	785 mm / 30.9 in.
Ground Clearance	800 mm / 31.5 in.
Dry Weight	173 kg / 381.4 lbs
Wet Weight	191 kg / 421 lbs.
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal
Consumption Average	5.5 l/100km / 42.8 US mpg
Tank Range	309 kms / 192 miles
Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0	13.6 m / 38.1m / 44.6 ft / 125.1 ft.
Standing ¼ Mile	13.7 sec / 149.8 km/h / 93.1 mph
Acceleration 0 - 100mk/h / 62 mph	6.2 sec
Top Speed	165.2 km/h / 102.7 mph

Sold right alongside BMW's new dual-purpose single will be its fraternal twin, the F650 Street. As the name implies, this is a more street-oriented version of the F650. Both bikes share spoke wheels, but the ST uses an 18-inch front rim, one inch smaller than the F650. The result is quicker steering and a lower seat height for the ST. Tires are chosen purely for road work, with a set of Metzeler street tires replacing the F650's enduro rubber. Other differences include a lower windscreen on the ST, designed to function more effectively at higher speeds (although the F650's taller screen will bolt right on the ST).

The ST's handlebars are narrower, allowing a more tucked-in position for freeway riding while the F650's wider bars allow more leverage off-road. Front fender design differs between the two bikes as well. A higher unit is fitted to the F650 to provide more clearance for dirt and mud, and side extensions cover the lower fork legs to protect them from stones chips. Also offering more protection is the F650's front engine plate which tucks in tighter to protect the engine, while the ST's functions more as an aerodynamic spoiler.

All of the options available for the F650 can be fitted to the F650ST.

BMW F 650ST Strada