2024 BMW F 800 GS vs 2024 BMW F 900 GS
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW F 800 GS 81.5 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 BMW F 900 GS 87 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 5.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 87 hp (2024 BMW F 800 GS) up to 105 hp (2024 BMW F 900 GS).
- Torque spans 91 Nm (2024 BMW F 800 GS) up to 93 Nm (2024 BMW F 900 GS).
- Weight spans 219 kg (2024 BMW F 900 GS) to 227 kg (2024 BMW F 800 GS).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (2024 BMW F 800 GS) to 900 cc (2024 BMW F 900 GS).
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| Specification | BMW F 800 GS | BMW F 900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | BMW |
| Model | BMW F 800 GS | BMW F 900 GS |
| Engine size | 800cc | 900cc |
| Power | 87hp | 105hp |
| Torque | 91nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Single cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 219kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 265 mm diameter, single-piston floating caliper. | Single disc brake, 265 mm diameter, single-piston floating caliper. |
| Seat height (cm) | 81.5cm | 87cm |
| Front tyre | 110/80 R19 | 90/90 R21 |
| Rear tyre | 150/70 R17 | 150/70 R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork, Ø 41 mm | Upside-down fork, 43 mm diameter, manually adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound and compression damping. |
| Rear suspension | Aluminum double-sided swingarm, central spring linkage, adjustable rebound damping | Aluminum, double-sided swingarm, directly hinged WAD central spring linkage, hydraulic spring base adjustable, adjustable rebound progressive shock absorber. |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 4.7 L/100km | 14.5 L – 4.8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13000 | $14195 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad Connectivity with 6.5-inch TFT color display BMW Motorrad ABS Pro Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) -RAIN/ROAD riding modes Handguard protection Heated grips LED headlights with daytime running lights -LED flashing turn signal indicators 12V and USB socket Adjustable brake and clutch levers |
-BMW Motorrad Connectivity with 6.5-inch TFT color display, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro -Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Akrapovič sport rear muffler, RAIN/ROAD riding modes -LED headlights with daytime running lights, LED flashing turn signal indicators -12V and USB socket, Engine guard, Heated grips, Handguard protection -Adjustable gear shift pedal |
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2024 BMW F 800 GS vs 2024 BMW F 900 GS: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW F 800 GS and 2024 BMW F 900 GS are closely matched in torque, while the F 900 GS has more displacement and peak power, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
F 900 GS has a larger listed engine displacement (900 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
F 900 GS has a clear listed power advantage (105 hp vs 87 hp).
Torque
F 800 GS and F 900 GS have very similar listed torque (91 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
F 900 GS has a modest listed top-speed advantage (210 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
F 900 GS has a modest listed weight advantage (219 kg vs 227 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: F 900 GS is listed higher (87 cm) than F 800 GS (81.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while torque remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW F 800 GS vs BMW F 900 GS?
BMW F 900 GS is listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for BMW F 800 GS.
Which has more horsepower, BMW F 800 GS or BMW F 900 GS?
BMW F 900 GS has 105 hp compared with 87 hp on the BMW F 800 GS.
Which is lighter, BMW F 800 GS or BMW F 900 GS?
BMW F 900 GS is lighter at 219 kg vs 227 kg for BMW F 800 GS.
Which is better, BMW F 800 GS or BMW F 900 GS?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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