I’m not sure what Panniers they were referring to, but they’re big enough to put a full size helmet. I can pack a week of clothes and belongings in them. The stupid comments about the fuel gauge only able to read from half tank. It’s a rear fuel tank and a very odd shape it impossible to get an accurate fuel level. BMW made the decision to measure from the half point in the fuel tank and it is quite accurate. It is mentioned in the owners manual had someone taken the time to read the thing. I do have one, the rear suspension is electronically adjustable, and ASC is great. The talk about getting up to 60 mph weird it has sub 4 sec to 60 mph . On paper it pretty much mirrors the K100RS same torque and pretty much the same power. Where I live the F800GT is pretty rare and turns heads where ever it goes.
Almost 90NM at 5800 rpm, 213kg wet, belt. Rotax engine 3.4L at 90km /h. Brembo 320mm disc, electronic sunspension, TC and mode ride and single arm. This bike is still in my opinion the best middle weight sport tourer ! I hope Bmw prepare next generation GT.
I've had one of these for three years, 18000 miles so far, and it is a brilliant bike! Fast enough, great torque means I never get less than 65 mpg. It will accelerate up and beyond 100 mph no problem, at legal UK speeds it is always planted and stops on a sixpence. I have an aftermarket screen and have raised the bars on mine so it's more comfortable on long trips. It's cheap to run and is good quality. Highly recommended!
I test drive an f800 ft today. I found it to be a lot of fun. I always ride one up and I'm not an iron butt rider. I think it's perfect for everyday fun.
I run a f800gt and I tour all round Europe every year full loaded , it will cruise at 90 mph all day and I never get less than 155 miles from the 15 ltr tank. as for the petrol guage only reading from half way is because of the shape of the tank and its only accurate once you get to half..
"as for the petrol guage only reading from half way is because of the shape of the tank and its only accurate once you get to half" To be fair, I have found this on nearly every motorcycle (with a fuel gauge) I have ridden - including my 1500 Goldwing.
This was my first BMW bike. Good commuter bike as i used to do 110 miles per day. I agree it was jerky at low speed. Did not get used to the petrol gauge.
I was just sat here watching your video, I just occurred to me that is my actual bike. I saw the licence plate and I was looking at it thinking that look familiar lol hahaha brought it from ocean BMW too hahaha. I've named the bike Gabby, hopefully I shall be riding her to Finland to see my sister a nice 3000mile trip each way haha
Owned one for a year and did 30,000kms on it. Rode it in harsh conditions and it took it like a champ. It was a great sports tourer but eventually felt underpowered so I sold it.
BMW give you the option of two types of panniers, the smaller sport panniers and the larger 'normal' panniers. I think you were referring to the smaller grey sport panniers. I have a pair of sport panniers on my 2015 F800R. They expand and will fit quite a bit of luggage.
I found the riding position quite aggressive but am tall. Weight on wrists and knees bent up. Love belt drive wish more middleweights would come with shaft or belt
I love my F800GT, it's got enough power in everyday real world riding, super economical and if you've got the skills can keep up with most things on the road. Colin Chapman was an exponent of light weight and power at Lotus.
A very nice report as I can say, so much things to the point, as I'm on the way to buy this model for myself for an every-day trips as well as for long trips to Europe from Russia. Thanks a lot for your review!
Bought one of these 6 months ago and although it handles well plenty of power and great brakes, I truly believe it's in the wrong category. Not comfortable on trips longer than 50 miles unless you raise the bars, I have a tall screen fitted and the wind noise is still horrendous its more sports than mid weight tourer in my opinion.
Like the f800 engine but wont buy the GS version due to chain drive. I was confused for a bit about your route as i thought you were coming from Ocean in Plymouth🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️👍😁
Nice bike. But for the same price I get the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 WITH panniers. Okay that has chaindrive but equiped with a 1000 cc with plenty power and torque. My choice wont be the BMW with those cards.
My F800GT aint no e wet fart. It makes 90BHP but is torquey where you need it. Belt drive so no crappy chain to oil & adjust. Just get on & ride it properly. If you need them, & I assume if you ride like a wet fart, you won't need the superb Brembo brakes.
+johnnyboy668 very true matey. Don't think we referred to the bike in that way though. A good bike but for me not my sort of bike but as we said in the video a very capable bike that would suit many riders. That's what I love about bikes, there is one for everyone :)
its just hit me as I was watching your review as ive been in ocean BMW today looking at a f800. the one im buying is the one your riding lol hahaha same reg hahaha
I live the U.S. and I had a Gt for 2.5 years. the 2 biggest down falls of this bike here in the states are for one the price, by the time you get everything paid for its close to if not 15,000 dollars and for what the bike is that's way to much money. Second thing is its under powered for the cost. I personally think it looks to much like the old ST model. I was hoping that by now Bmw would have given th GT a performance upgrade and a more modern up to date look to help it sell better in the states but it didn't happen and in all likelihood won't.
the really bad thing is that the F800gt and f800r are both supposed to be entry level bikes, Who charges (besides BMW) 15,000 thousand dollars for a entry level bike and simply refuses to upgrade it despite what more the half the market (here in the United States) says it needs. It may the reason why there are 3 of them ( a 2015 demo, a 2016 and a 20170) at the dealership here and they cant sell them but yet have little trouble selling other bikes that cost even more. At the end of the year (2016) I bought a new k1300s for 1000 dollars more and lower interest rate then what it would have cost me for a 2016 or 2017 F800gt. And my payments are about the same.
Yes it is and although I got many compliments on the f800gt now that I have the K3 I get many more on it. I believe I made a good choice to get the K3, but sad to say the K3 has or had the same problem as the f800gt, Kawasaki and Suzuki both did some performance upgrades to their super bikes although bmw classifies the k1300s as a sport touring bike it is capable of 200 mph which to me makes it a super bike and judging from the increase in my insurance so does my insurance company. The thing that bugs me most about bmw bikes is that if isn't a adventure touring bike or one they stick that unattractive boxer motor on they wont do any kind of upgrades to it. the f800gt will probably be discontinued before its ever upgraded again, and as far as the k1300s goes its already been discontinued. Any bike in the bmw line up that isn't a s1000rr or a adventure touring bike and just maybe the f800r since it classified as entry level should probably be put on the endangered species list.
+petearchie61 not surprising the insurance company hiked the price. Any excuse for them isn't it! Very true about the upgrades but the K3 has a sweet engine but I guess the boxer is their flagship engine (which I know doesn't help people on bikes like yourself) but you made a good choice. Ride safe matey :)
I would say basic motorcycling is the best way. Too many bells and whistles distract the rider from the bike riding experience itself. Not supposed to be a PlayStation but a physical experience. Any bike with 500cc or more I believe should be just fine touring thru Europe in a very relaxed manner. This Beemer is more than capable of course as is any other Sports Tourer +.
I'm sorry for being negative but the 800 is as wet as a fart .like you say ok for around town but that would be it .i think there are better bikes out there to out class the 800 .but great review keep it up .
Thank Peter. Don't think your negative at all. It's a bike that we thought would perhaps someone coming back to biking, or a commuter etc. There are better bikes out there, and that's why we love the biker community, as there is something for everyone :) I'll stick with the Adventure :) Rider Safe...
I have the naked F800R 2015 model. Fabulous open road bike (I've fitted a small screen from MRA) but it's fantastic in the twisties. Handling and brakes are excellent and you can really throw the bike around.
I bought a 2017 model 2500 miles 2 weeks ago. My first bike for 35 years, regretting every minute. Things vibrates terrible, white finger after 10 minutes, screen is too short so buffeted by the wind , pegs are too high and back too much , oh and you need to carry step Ladders to get on it.gearbox is from a Russian tractor, bars are too low, it's supposed to be a tourer. Weighs an absolute tonnes rediculous for a premium brand. Don't want to ride it anymore , dealer said all issues can be fixed , well sorry BMW should have sorted it before going to market with it I ain't paying to fix there mess. Back to the bus , it can rot in the back garden.
I’m not sure what Panniers they were referring to, but they’re big enough to put a full size helmet. I can pack a week of clothes and belongings in them.
The stupid comments about the fuel gauge only able to read from half tank. It’s a rear fuel tank and a very odd shape it impossible to get an accurate fuel level. BMW made the decision to measure from the half point in the fuel tank and it is quite accurate. It is mentioned in the owners manual had someone taken the time to read the thing. I do have one, the rear suspension is electronically adjustable, and ASC is great. The talk about getting up to 60 mph weird it has sub 4 sec to 60 mph . On paper it pretty much mirrors the K100RS same torque and pretty much the same power. Where I live the F800GT is pretty rare and turns heads where ever it goes.
Almost 90NM at 5800 rpm, 213kg wet, belt. Rotax engine 3.4L at 90km /h. Brembo 320mm disc, electronic sunspension, TC and mode ride and single arm. This bike is still in my opinion the best middle weight sport tourer ! I hope Bmw prepare next generation GT.
I've had one of these for three years, 18000 miles so far, and it is a brilliant bike! Fast enough, great torque means I never get less than 65 mpg. It will accelerate up and beyond 100 mph no problem, at legal UK speeds it is always planted and stops on a sixpence. I have an aftermarket screen and have raised the bars on mine so it's more comfortable on long trips. It's cheap to run and is good quality. Highly recommended!
+rontheretiredone thanks for the comments matey. Definately a good all rounder :)
I test drive an f800 ft today. I found it to be a lot of fun. I always ride one up and I'm not an iron butt rider. I think it's perfect for everyday fun.
+Jonathan Lowery Thad what I love about motorbikes. There's a bike for everyone :)
I run a f800gt and I tour all round Europe every year full loaded , it will cruise at 90 mph all day and I never get less than 155 miles from the 15 ltr tank. as for the petrol guage only reading from half way is because of the shape of the tank and its only accurate once you get to half..
+robert robhog hi mate, thanks for the feedback, glad you enjoy the bike. Ride safe :)
"as for the petrol guage only reading from half way is because of the shape of the tank and its only accurate once you get to half"
To be fair, I have found this on nearly every motorcycle (with a fuel gauge) I have ridden - including my 1500 Goldwing.
This was my first BMW bike. Good commuter bike as i used to do 110 miles per day. I agree it was jerky at low speed. Did not get used to the petrol gauge.
+Michael Dignum nice bike but like you say the petrol gauge takes some getting used to (or not as the case may be)
I was just sat here watching your video, I just occurred to me that is my actual bike. I saw the licence plate and I was looking at it thinking that look familiar lol hahaha brought it from ocean BMW too hahaha. I've named the bike Gabby, hopefully I shall be riding her to Finland to see my sister a nice 3000mile trip each way haha
Owned one for a year and did 30,000kms on it. Rode it in harsh conditions and it took it like a champ. It was a great sports tourer but eventually felt underpowered so I sold it.
certainly is a great bike, although as you say it feels a little underpowered. The RS seems to be the modernised version and is much better :)
BMW give you the option of two types of panniers, the smaller sport panniers and the larger 'normal' panniers. I think you were referring to the smaller grey sport panniers. I have a pair of sport panniers on my 2015 F800R. They expand and will fit quite a bit of luggage.
I found the riding position quite aggressive but am tall. Weight on wrists and knees bent up. Love belt drive wish more middleweights would come with shaft or belt
Ahhh, My first ever BMW bike and loved it. Used it all year round commuting in and out of London. The fuel indicator was strange.
Great review honest, straight forward and informative - thank you much
The model T was advertised as Any colour you want as long as it’s black. And there was nowt wrong with that! 👍🏴
I bought one used for my first bike. I must say I really do love it a lot. I do agree with a lot of the stuff said in this video though. :)
+Laudrengen it's a nice bike, thanks for the kind words :)
I love my F800GT, it's got enough power in everyday real world riding, super economical and if you've got the skills can keep up with most things on the road. Colin Chapman was an exponent of light weight and power at Lotus.
+rich edwards agree totally. Got all the power you need and a comfy bike too :)
A very nice report as I can say, so much things to the point, as I'm on the way to buy this model for myself for an every-day trips as well as for long trips to Europe from Russia. Thanks a lot for your review!
Hey mate, thanks for the kind words. Glad you enjoyed the review. Ride safe mate. Good choice of bike too :)
Thanks, take care too ;)
Bought one of these 6 months ago and although it handles well plenty of power and great brakes, I truly believe it's in the wrong category. Not comfortable on trips longer than 50 miles unless you raise the bars, I have a tall screen fitted and the wind noise is still horrendous its more sports than mid weight tourer in my opinion.
Reminds me a bit of a gsxf from the side.
Also, Marl's microphone xD
Where did u buy that gps mount?
was standard on the bike new
If the filler is under the seat, I imagine that the fuel tank is too. So what's where the tank should be? Any storage?
Yeah the filler is just by the seat and the tank is under the seat. No storage there though
The faux tank stores the bike's battery, air filter and electronics. Almost zero storage under the seat.
Like the f800 engine but wont buy the GS version due to chain drive. I was confused for a bit about your route as i thought you were coming from Ocean in Plymouth🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️👍😁
220 miles per tank👍
Nice bike. But for the same price I get the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 WITH panniers. Okay that has chaindrive but equiped with a 1000 cc with plenty power and torque. My choice wont be the BMW with those cards.
Kawasaki 1000 it’s a nice bike.!! But this F800 GT looks awesome
My F800GT aint no e
wet fart. It makes 90BHP but is torquey where you need it. Belt drive so no crappy chain to oil & adjust. Just get on & ride it properly. If you need them, & I assume if you ride like a wet fart, you won't need the superb Brembo brakes.
+johnnyboy668 very true matey. Don't think we referred to the bike in that way though. A good bike but for me not my sort of bike but as we said in the video a very capable bike that would suit many riders. That's what I love about bikes, there is one for everyone :)
its just hit me as I was watching your review as ive been in ocean BMW today looking at a f800. the one im buying is the one your riding lol hahaha same reg hahaha
WOW, how amazing is that! its a small world.... if you see us wave :)
@@RiderCamTV yer i defo will 😁
Not keen on the vertically stacked clocks. Sorry.
I live the U.S. and I had a Gt for 2.5 years. the 2 biggest down falls of this bike here in the states are for one the price, by the time you get everything paid for its close to if not 15,000 dollars and for what the bike is that's way to much money. Second thing is its under powered for the cost. I personally think it looks to much like the old ST model. I was hoping that by now Bmw would have given th GT a performance upgrade and a more modern up to date look to help it sell better in the states but it didn't happen and in all likelihood won't.
+petearchie61 it would be nice for them to remodel it but it might encroach on their rs model I guess :(
Ride safe matey :)
the really bad thing is that the F800gt and f800r are both supposed to be entry level bikes, Who charges (besides BMW) 15,000 thousand dollars for a entry level bike and simply refuses to upgrade it despite what more the half the market (here in the United States) says it needs. It may the reason why there are 3 of them ( a 2015 demo, a 2016 and a 20170) at the dealership here and they cant sell them but yet have little trouble selling other bikes that cost even more. At the end of the year (2016) I bought a new k1300s for 1000 dollars more and lower interest rate then what it would have cost me for a 2016 or 2017 F800gt. And my payments are about the same.
its crazy really isn't it. Although a good little bike, the price point doesn't seem to fit in the right place! I bet the K1300s is a great bike ;)
Yes it is and although I got many compliments on the f800gt now that I have the K3 I get many more on it. I believe I made a good choice to get the K3, but sad to say the K3 has or had the same problem as the f800gt, Kawasaki and Suzuki both did some performance upgrades to their super bikes although bmw classifies the k1300s as a sport touring bike it is capable of 200 mph which to me makes it a super bike and judging from the increase in my insurance so does my insurance company. The thing that bugs me most about bmw bikes is that if isn't a adventure touring bike or one they stick that unattractive boxer motor on they wont do any kind of upgrades to it. the f800gt will probably be discontinued before its ever upgraded again, and as far as the k1300s goes its already been discontinued. Any bike in the bmw line up that isn't a s1000rr or a adventure touring bike and just maybe the f800r since it classified as entry level should probably be put on the endangered species list.
+petearchie61 not surprising the insurance company hiked the price. Any excuse for them isn't it!
Very true about the upgrades but the K3 has a sweet engine but I guess the boxer is their flagship engine (which I know doesn't help people on bikes like yourself) but you made a good choice. Ride safe matey :)
I would say basic motorcycling is the best way. Too many bells and whistles distract the rider from the bike riding experience itself. Not supposed to be a PlayStation but a physical experience. Any bike with 500cc or more I believe should be just fine touring thru Europe in a very relaxed manner. This Beemer is more than capable of course as is any other Sports Tourer +.
Any idea what year the bike is? Bikes change each model year. Duh.
a late 2016 early 2017 model as the plate suggest :) Ride safe :)
Your height ?…
5'9/5'10
13:51 :D :D :D
I'm sorry for being negative but the 800 is as wet as a fart .like you say ok for around town but that would be it .i think there are better bikes out there to out class the 800 .but great review keep it up .
Thank Peter. Don't think your negative at all. It's a bike that we thought would perhaps someone coming back to biking, or a commuter etc. There are better bikes out there, and that's why we love the biker community, as there is something for everyone :) I'll stick with the Adventure :) Rider Safe...
I have the naked F800R 2015 model. Fabulous open road bike (I've fitted a small screen from MRA) but it's fantastic in the twisties. Handling and brakes are excellent and you can really throw the bike around.
I bought a 2017 model 2500 miles 2 weeks ago. My first bike for 35 years, regretting every minute. Things vibrates terrible, white finger after 10 minutes, screen is too short so buffeted by the wind , pegs are too high and back too much , oh and you need to carry step Ladders to get on it.gearbox is from a Russian tractor, bars are too low, it's supposed to be a tourer. Weighs an absolute tonnes rediculous for a premium brand. Don't want to ride it anymore , dealer said all issues can be fixed , well sorry BMW should have sorted it before going to market with it I ain't paying to fix there mess. Back to the bus , it can rot in the back garden.
Sounds like a Honda man... )))
@@MrNetAble yeah,,, Honda Civic!!
Are you sure it's the F800gt 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
I think a Honda 50...🤔