Motorcycle Specs

BMW F 650ST Strada

Make Model	BMW F 650ST Strada
Year	1997
Engine	Liquid cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	652
Bore x Stroke	100 x 83 mm
Compression Ratio	9.7:1
Induction	2x 33mm Mikuni carbs
Ignition / Starting	Digital / electric
Max Power	48 hp 35 kW @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque	57 Nm @ 5200 rpm
Transmission / Drive	5 Speed / chain
Front Suspension	41mm Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension	Rising rate monoshock
Front Brakes	Single 300mm disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes	Single 210mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre	100/90-18
Rear Tyre	130/80-17
Seat Height	734 mm - 785 mm
Wet-Weight	191 kg
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres
Consumption average	47 mpg
Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0	13.3 / 37.4m
Standing ¼ Mile	13.2 sec / 152.7 km/h
Top Speed	174.5 km/h

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.