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BMW F800ST (2006 - present)

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BMW F800ST (2006 - present)

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The F800S and ST are BMW's first entry into the middleweight market. Both are aimed squarely at newer riders who hanker after the kudos and quality associated with the German firm. These slender middleweights are the most user-friendly bikes BMW has ever built. Powered by an 85bhp, 798cc Rotax-developed parallel twin, ...  Continue reading

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dragonboat
I bought my 2008 ST new and have put 43,500kms on it in 3 summers. I use it primarily for weekends and longer tours. The ST is incredibly agile and fun to ride. I wanted a bigger bike without getting into the Continue reading...

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Have done 15000 miles in two years with half that mileage being in Europe: three 2500 mile tours of Europe with pillion, two panniers and top box, and it's been brilliant. Swiss and French Alps were no problem Continue reading...

leisha
Best bike I have owned. Continue reading...

Toni P
It's not a 600 supersport but it's a great all rounder with good performance. Can be used either as a tourer, commuter or fun bike. Handles better than it looks/you think it should and is easy to ride. Worth Continue reading...

Duxo
Really happy with the bike and glad I bought it. I will however be moving on to something with a bigger engine (K1300S?) that will allow for slightly more relaxed touring. Continue reading...
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Fun by BMW standards, great build quality and use of clever belt drive. A smooth sports tourer.
 
Lacks overall excitement.
  • Price: £6730.00
  • Year: from 2006
  • Top speed: 140mph
  • Engine capacity: 798cc
  • Power: 84.5bhp
  • Torque: 59.5lb ft
  • Weight: 182kg
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