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BMW G 650 Xmoto (2007)
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G650 Xmoto.
Last on the ride list for the week was the Xmoto. I typically try not to comment on a motorcycle's appearance, leaving such subjective commentary for the reader. But I have to say that the Xmoto is an attractive bike. Even from a distance you can tell what this bike is about. Seventeen-inch cast wheels shod with modern rubber solidify the look of a supermoto machine. It stays on the attack with adjustable front suspension, a tall 35.4 inch saddle, lower mounted handlebars and a traditionally narrow -- albeit plank-like in comfort -- saddle. The other componentry standout will allow the rider to stand the front on end. Four-pot Brembos grab the largest rotor found on the three. Simply put: it stops, like, now!
This day would result in the most surface street and freeway droning yet. Adding to that sorrow was the exceptionally firm and narrow seat. Nevertheless, we meandered our way to the top of Mount Lemon in the Greater Tucson area and were treated to a spectacular view. The ride down gave me opportunity to sample the Xmoto's very stable handling. And despite sharing an unfashionably long 59-inch wheelbase with the Xcountry -- the Xchallenge is 59.1 -- the Xmoto is crafted with 3.9 inches of trail, giving it quick steering.
The road was as worthy as any that are found in Southern California and it was almost the perfect place to play on this bike. Our ultimate destination though was a go-kart track where, under watchful eye, we were to test the Xmoto's motarding proclivities. Unfortunately, the beginning of Monsoon season wouldn't allow it so my seat time was limited to mostly freeway and crowded streets. Hopefully in the very near future we'll get a second chance to put the Xmoto to work.
BMW makes nothing but quality products, but I hope they haven't priced themselves out of the supermoto market by almost a grand. At a tick over $9,500 they may have a tough time swaying fans of brands more easily identified and entrenched in this segment Then again having more supermotos around is having more of a good thing.
There we have it; three new motorcycles from a very similar, reliable and modular platform. BMW Xpects that new riders and Xperienced riders alike will find their three amigos as Xciting as anything available today.
General information
Model: BMW G650X Moto
Year: 2007
Category: Super motard
Rating: 72 out of 100.
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 652.00 ccm (39.79 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 4
Power: 53.00 HP (38.7 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque: 60.00 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Electronic fuel injection
Valves per cylinder: 4
Starter: Electric
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type
final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multi-disk
Physical measures
Dry weight: 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds)
Seat height: 900 mm (35.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length: 2,155 mm (84.8 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,500 mm (59.1 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Front suspension: 45 mm UPSD fork
Rear suspension: Swing arm
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-H17
Rear tyre dimensions: 160/60-H17
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio: 0.3605 HP/kg
Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 9.50 litres (2.51 gallons)
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles): 5.00 litres (1.32 gallons)
