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BMW R 850R

Make Model	BMW R 850R
Year	2000 - 02
Engine	Four stroke, two-cylinder, horizontally-opposed Boxer engine, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	848 cc / 51.7 cu in.
Bore x Stroke	87.5 x 70.5 mm
Cooling System	Air/Oil-cooled
Compression Ratio	10.3:1
Lubrication	Wet sump
Induction	Electronic injection, Bosch Motronic
Ignition	Electronic Bosch Motronic MA 2.4
Generator	700 W three phase alternator
Battery	12V / 19 Ah
Starting	Electric
Max Power	53.2 kW / 73 hp @ 6750 rpm
Max Torque	77 Nm / 7.85 kgf-m / 56 ft/lb @ 5600 rpm
Clutch	Single disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Frame	Three section composite frame consisting of front & rear section, load bearing engine
Front Suspension	Motorrad Telelever, stanchion ∅35 mm, central strut, rebound damping adjustable.
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Die-cast aluminium single sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, central strut, spring preload adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of a hydraulic handwheel, rebound adjustable damping.
Rear Wheel Travel	135 mm / 5.2 in
Front Brakes	2 x ∅320mm discs, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single ∅276mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Wheels	Die cast aluminium wheels
Front Wheel	3.50 x 17
Rear Wheel	5.00 x 17
Front Tyre	120/70 - ZR17
Rear Tyre	160/60 - ZR18
Steering Head Angle	61.9°
Dimensions	Length 2170 mm / 85.4 in Width 940 mm / 37.0 in Height 1220 mm / 48.03 in
Wheelbase	1487 mm / 58.54 in
Seat Height	800 mm / 31.4 in. (low seat: 770 mm / 30.31 in)
Dry Weight	218 kg / 481 lbs
Wet Weight	238 Kg / 524 lbS
Fuel Capacity	20.5 Liters / 5.4 US gal
Consumption Average	6.2 L/100 km / 16.1 km/l / 37.9 US mpg
Braking 60 km/h - 0	13.2 m / 43.3 ft
Braking 100 km/h - 0	39.1 m / 128.3 ft
Standing ¼ Mile	12.5 sec / 167.0 km/h / 104 mph
Top Speed	193.9 km/h / 120.5 mph

The most difficult motorcycle to manufacture is a machine that is a pleasure to ride in practically any situation - a motorcycle created for the real world of motorcycling.

BMW's philosophy has always been to produce dedicated roadsters that hardly ever reveal all their qualities in the first five minutes of riding. Once you have lived with a BMW you begin to understand the philosophy.

The BMW R850 R Classic is the embodiment of this thinking. Powered by the smallest capacity boxer engine in BMW's current range, the 848cc flat-twin is extremely easy to ride and control. It is the perfect machine for born-again bikers, or experienced riders requiring a fuss-free, all-purpose, commuting and fun machine in one easy to ride package

The R850 R Classic is a more classicly styled BMW. In part it is similar to the 2002 model year R850 R, from where it derives its oil cooler, oil cooler pipes, tank and seat.

The engine and gearbox come from the standard R850 R that was for sale in the UK during 2003 and the front and rear spring struts come from the R1150 R Rockster. The high-rise handlebar is the same as on the special version produced for the police.

The 848cc air and oil-cooled flat-twin, four-stroke engine is rated at 53kW (70bhp) at 7000 rpm with maximum torque of 78Nm at 5600 rpm. Power is transmitted by a six-speed gearbox. Up front is the EVO braking system with 320mm dual discs and four-piston caliper.

Ride an R850 R and you will soon appreciate the generous steering lock, low centre of gravity (thanks to that flat-twin engine), soft-tune motor and responsive throttle that makes the R850 R such an easy machine to ride. Excellent manoeuvrability and agility belie the machine?s capacity rating.

On the open road the R850 R Classic is a fatigue-free and comfortable bike to ride. Aerodynamic qualities, combined with BMW's unique Telelever front suspension, ensure that the R850 R is one of the most stable naked machines available. At cruising speeds, rider input is minimal.

As you would expect from BMW, a full range of special equipment, dedicated luggage and accessories, as well as ABS and heated grips is available. The R850 R Classic is available only in Night Black with a black seat.