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The 1998 F650 (small)

 

The 1998 BMW F650

Agressive Enduro with Street Smarts

 



The 1998 F650 gives riders even more of what they want! The American release of the F650 comes with more aggressive Enduro tires, a strong braced handlebar, a taller protective windshield and the same rideability that has made the F650 a success all over the world.

Plus the lower overall seat height and the broad selection of really useful accessories are winning even more converts. Attractive enduro styling makes this bike a winner bashing down back roads or in the heart of the city -- and its proven reliability and BMW quality mean the thrills will last. 1998 finds the F650 in two new colors -- the bike is now available in Flame Red, Deep Black, Majala Yellow, and Aura White (all models with a black seat).

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Engine
Type water-cooled single-cylinder 4-stroke
Bore x stroke 100 mm x 83 mm
Displacement 652 cc
Horsepower 48 Bhp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque 41 lb.-ft. @ 5,200 rpm
Compression ratio 9.7:1
Valve Gear DOHC, chain driven with bucket tappets
Valves 36 mm intake / 31 mm exhaust
Valve Timing
(measured at 3 mm
valve clearance)
intake opens 17 degrees before TDC
intake closes 45 degrees after BDC
exhaust opens 47 degrees before BDC
exhaust closes 15 degrees after TDC
Valves per cylinder four
Camshafts double overhead
Engine oil capacity 2.2 quarts of SF, SG or SH motor oil, also w/CC or CD
Engine oil filter micronic paper element
Carburetion 2-type BST 33 B316 constant depression carburetors
Ignition Capacitor Discharge Ignition system
Fuel demand unleaded, premium grade, 92 (AKI)
Fuel tank plastic tank with manual fuel shut-off valve
Fuel capacity 4.6 U.S. gallons including 1/2 gal. reserve
Air filter foam-type element
Charging system 14 V, 20 Amp Alternator (280 W)
Battery 12V 12 Amp/h
Cooling system water cooled
Drivetrain
Primary drive straight-cut gear 37 / 72 = 1:1.946
Clutch multi-plate in oil bath
Gear ratios 1st gear: 2.75:1
2nd gear: 1.75.1
3rd gear: 1.31:1
4th gear: 1.05.1
5th gear: 0.88:1
Drive system endless O-ring roller chain drive 5/8 x 1/4"
Final drive 2.937:1
Frame and Suspension
Frame single-loop cradle, square-section steel tube w/bolt-on lower sections.

upper frame section acts as oil tank

Front suspension 41 mm telescopic fork with stabilizer bridge
Travel / dimensions 6.69 inches total travel
Rear suspension central spring strut actuated by lever-linkage. Basic spring setting and rebound stage damping continuously adjustable
Travel / dimensions 6.49 inches total travel, 40 stage adjustable spring pre-load
Brakes
Brake system hydraulically operated single disc brake
Front brakes one 4-piston caliper, floating mount, w/wear compensation
Front rotors single 11.8 inch fixed rotor
Actuation method hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Rear brake one 2-piston caliper, floating mount
Rear rotor single 10.9 inch diameter fixed rotor
Actuation method hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Wheels and Tires
Front wheel 2.15 x 19 MT, wire spoked wheel with tubed tires
Rear wheel 3.00 x 17 MT, wire spoked wheel with tubed tires
Front tire 100/90 x 19   57  tube type
Rear tire 130/80 x 17   65  tube type
Dimensions
Overall length 85.8 inches (2180 mm)
Overall width 34.7 inches (880 mm) (over mirrors)
Wheelbase 58.3 inches (1480 mm) (unladen)
Ground clearance 8.27 inches (210 mm) (unladen)
Seat height 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Handlebar width 34.7 inches (880 mm) (with weights)
Steering angle 62 degrees
Front wheel trail 4.56 inches (116 mm) (laden)
Weight-weight 421 lbs.
Maximum load 818 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating
Wheel load limits Front = 298 lbs.
Rear = 573 lbs.
Standard Equipment
High mounted stainless steel exhaust with open-loop catalytic converter, wire spoke wheels, flasher system, braced handlebars, taller windshield, low seat height, analog clock, pre-drilled bars for heated handgrips.
Optional Accessory Suggestions
Saddlebags & mounts, 22 liter top box, saddlebag scuff pads, top box & bag liners, luggage rack, shorter (ST) windshield, heated handlebar grips, cylinder protection bars, power accessory socket, hand protectors, lowered suspension kit, BMW U-lock, foam handlebar grips, motorcycle cover, lighted ignition key.