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BMW F 700 GS Competition ICA and Munich run for cover. After the BMW F 650 GS and have updated the BMW F 800 GS, here is that the family of the best-selling German adventurer family expands with a new displacement: BMW F 700 GS. In the segment of road adventure from Japan came a.. hondata new models of middle displacement rather than price as Honda NC content 700X (6,700 euro, euro 7,700 version with dual-clutch gearbox) and the largest Honda Crossrunner (11,085 euros).

BMW Motorrad responds to the rhymes and catchy and trendy name GS Associates fair numbers which are those of average engine displacement, synonymous with agility, lightness, versatility and, equally important, operating costs (more) contentui. Here thus the BMW F 700 GS.

BMW engine F 700 GS The reliable Paralleltwin was made available to the F 700 GS. The four-valve twin cylinder water cooled 798 cc engine delivers a power of 75 PS (55 kW, 4 HP more than the GS 650) to 7,300 rpm and 77 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm (2 Nm). The two-cylinder is equipped with electronic fuel injection, catalytic converter and six-speed gearbox and is characterized by a prompt response and its traditional versatility that has made appreciable the baby of the family GS.

For new drivers until 25 years the F 700 GS is also available in versions with a reduced power output of 48 bhp (35 KW) at 7,000 rpm and a torque 60 Nm at 5,000 rpm (as expected from the increased power limit for new drivers in the European Union is valid starting from 01.01.2013).

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ABS, ESA and ASC for the F 700 GS The front is fitted with a dual disc brake from 300 mm with 2-piston floating caliper at the rear a single hydraulically operated by 265 mm with 1 piston floating caliper at. To make it even safer braking system we think the BMW Motorrad ABS as standard, can be deactivated. Also new in this segment, BMW F 700 GS has at the request of the electronic suspension Adjustment ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment). The system allows the rider to adjust the handlebars by pressing a button. This varies the lengthening phase damping rear suspension with three configurations: Comfort, Normal or Sport, depending on the road surface and driving style. In addition, and optimized handwheel to adjust the spring base, so as to make it more comfortable nell.uso. Another acronym pilot available upon request, ASC (Automatic Stability Control). The optional rule stability and prevents unwanted slipping of the rear wheel during acceleration.

The ASC ensures that a more efficient power transmission and, consequently, a greater driving safety. If you do not want the invasiveness of the system, the pilot can turn it off by pressing a button, even while driving.

New commands and extended information. In the new F 700 GS is mounted the latest generation of BMW Motorrad commands. MID technology (MID = Molded Interconnect Design; printed at checkpoints conducted individual cables) commands are much more compact and stand out to offer new functions, a clean design and optimal ergonomics. The indicator functions of left and right, separated in the past, were joined in a unique function on the left side of the handlebar. The emergency lights ignition occurs through a separate integrated command, clearly visible on the left handlebar. The high beam and low beam have been combined into a single command that lets you activate comfortably with the left index finger.

The dashboard includes speedometer and tachometer analogicim arranged one above the other, with a new design of the dial for readability of the speed and the rotational speed of the engine. In addition, the display of serial information indicates to the driver the fuel level and coolant temperature.

Design of BMW F 700 GS The new F 700 GS enjoys a clean look but with a marked side fairing and dynamic. It has a small footprint in the front seat area and ensures optimal contact with the ground, and a standing position that doesn’t require you to widen your legs too. The low centre of gravity (820 mm from the ground, ridcubile to 790 mm) and wide handlebar allow you to keep tabs on the bike in the off-road. BMW F GS 700 is available in three new colours: Red apple metallic, metallic Ostragrau and Glacier silver metallic.

The magazine front and the beak is typical of GS: the element has been completely redesigned and offers improved protection against splashes. On request it is possible to mount a windscreen which integrates with the design of the bike, more style

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