The 2002 BMW F650CS Scarver

THE NEW 2002  BMW F650 CS

Production of the F650 GS and F650 GS Dakar at BMW's motorcycle plant in Berlin has now passed the 30,000 unit mark and in September 2001, BMW will be presenting the new F650 CS at the Frankfurt, Milan and Birmingham motorcycle shows. The F650 CS is designed to appeal to new customers and for the first time in BMW's history, uses a low maintenance belt drive system which is easy to service and long lasting.

Designed to function in the city and on the open road.

The F650 CS is perfect for all kinds of road riding and the new storage facility in the central fairing offers versatility and accommodation for everything a rider needs in everyday life. The seat height is a low 780 mm (30.7´´) with an even lower 750 mm (29.5´´) setting available as an option. This makes the F650 CS ideal for the smaller rider. Because of its superior handling and quick-revving power unit, the F650 CS offers true sporting capability on country roads.

High-revving engine with catalytic converter.

The single-cylinder power unit and five-speed gearbox have both been carried over from the F650 GS. Like all BMW motorcycles, the F650 CS also comes with Digital Motor Electronics and a fully-controlled catalytic converter. The maximum output of 37 kW (50 bhp.) now occurs at 6,800 rpm (6,500 rpm on the F 650 GS). Maximum torque has increased from 60 Nm to 62 Nm (46 lb ft.) at 5,500 rpm (6,000 rpm). Torque of more than 50 Nm (37 lb. ft.) is consistently available between 3,500 and 7,000 rpm.

Engine oil reservoir in the frame.

To provide an integrated storage compartment, designers and engineers developed the principal (originally introduced on the F650) of using the frame of the motorcycle as an engine oil reservoir. Accordingly, the two upper arms of the bridge-type frame house 2.5 liters of engine oil.

New exhaust system.

The exhaust system is entirely new. The three-way catalytic converter and oxygen sensor are integrated into a silencer made of high quality, polished steel. This avoids the need for a pre-silencer and allowed the designers to continue the lines and contours of the exhaust manifold back to the final silencer The two-piece, exhaust pipe covers are matt-blasted.

The single swinging arm with toothed drive belt.

The single swinging arm on the F650 CS is made of aluminum and is unique in its market sector. It contributes to the stability of the running gear with a high level of torsional stiffness and enhances the ride quality. The toothed drive belt is clean and quiet, requires no lubrication, and lasts twice as long as a conventional chain.

Both F models feature a bridge frame backbone made of rectangular steel profiles which have a larger than usual cross-section to ensure a high level of stiffness. The panels on the side profiles protect the rider's legs from heat that may emanate from the engine oil. The CS model uses telescopic forks which have a shorter spring travel (125 mm) and are specially set for road use.

Cast aluminum wheels.

Silver-painted 17-inch three-spoke cast aluminum wheels feature (on the rear) a curved design from hub to rim which is the result of combining the brake and toothed belt sprocket on the right-hand side.

The F650 CS employs a 300mm single disc front brake with a two-piston floating caliper and sintered metal brake pads. A 240mm single disc is fitted to the rear wheel and features a single-piston floating caliper. ABS brakes are available as an option. BMW is the only motorcycle manufacturer to offer ABS throughout the entire range.

A wide range of colors.

The F650 CS will be available in three color schemes: Azur blue metallic, Golden orange metallic and Belugia blue. The seat is available in dark blue or sepia, and the exchangeable side covers on the central fairing can be either white aluminium or golden orange.

New dual headlights with ellipsoidal technology.

With a tinted, clear-view screen, translucent screen support and low-fitted dual headlights, the F650 CS has an entirely new face. Featuring ellipsoid technology, the low-beam headlights emit a bright light beam. On high-beam, free-form technology guarantees broad illumination of the road ahead. A small parking light is fitted in the centre, beneath the two headlights.

The instrument cluster includes a speedometer and tachometer. The silver colored handlebars measure 745 mm (29.33") in width, while mirrors and controls are identical to those of the F650 GS. The fuel tank has a capacity of 15 liters (3.3 gals) and is situated in the frame triangle beneath the dual seat. This provides a low center of gravity and aids optimum handling. The tank filler pipe is located on the right-hand side of the seat. Two seat heights are available: the standard is 780 mm (30.7") and the optional, 750 mm (29.5"). The translucent luggage rack carries a maximum load of 5 kg and is held by two, stable aluminum grab handles.

Central fairing with innovative storage space concept.

Visually, the most striking feature of the F650 CS is the central fairing which replaces the tank, or tank fairing. By containing the engine oil in the frame, the free space has been used to create a new, innovative storage compartment, situated just above the airbox. Featuring a translucent fastening rail on both sides, the compartment has the capacity to take anything from a spare helmet, to a rainsuit or tank bag.