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Tech Specs
Engine: 1-cylinder Four Stroke - 4 Valves Per Cylinder
Displacement: 652cc
Gearbox: 5 Speed
Drivetrain: O-ring Chain
Ignition: Digital
Starter: Electric
Fuel Tank: 4.4 gal
Seat Height: 30.7"
Dry Weight: 387 lbs
MSRP: $8,190.00
Team Grade: C

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2003 BMW F650GS
2003 BMW F650GS
BMW motorcycles are legendary for their reliability and practical designs (and their expense), and the F650GS is no exception. We think it's one of the best motorcycles on the market today, for beginners and experienced riders alike. Why? You can go anywhere on it, participate in any type of riding, without fear of breaking down or disappointment. Its engine produces 44 of the most easily - used and vastly entertaining horsepower on the market. Feature after feature add up to a bike that is simply great fun to ride. Its main competition is Aprilia's Pegaso 650i.e. The F650GS has a lower seat height and smaller gas tank than the Pegaso. Seat height: 30.7 inches.

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Name
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6/10/03
Nice bike and more dirt style oriented (without being a serious dirtbike). But higher seat height along with still torquey single make it somewhat less beginner friendly than CS version.
6/10/03
What he said.
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2003 BMW F650GS
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