BMW F800GT SE - First Impressions - Orwell Motorcycles 

Mine a 17 year old f800st....all those years on still brilliant all round bike...

You said it, ‘bike for a job.’ I had a BMW R850R. Rode 40k on it, rear wheel bearing collapsed other than that not a problem. BUT never loved it. Came home put it away - never gave it another thought. Unlike my Moto Guzzi’s and other bikes. I’d ride home put them away, give them a pat, then go and get a tea and come back in the garage and commune with them. 😂

Hi TAYM was it just me or did Spider-Man emerge from the back of the transit van at 1:20? I think he heard you talking oval clocks and wanted to check it out for himself. Love your videos, recently subscribed. 😊

I had a F650CS for afew years. Loved it!

I have the st model and it's an excellent bike and I bought a new replacement belt for about 100 pounds and they last a long time, put a slip on exhaust and it sounds great as the catalytic converter is in the original

800gt is one of the best motorcycle ever, 213kg kerb weight with 90NM torque at 5800 rpm even today no one can beat ... rotax engine was masterpiece

The classic wind screen problem.. Not big enough screen and the wind concentrates in the helmet. No screen is better then not long enough.

I have a 2017 F800GT down in Sydney. I previously had an MT09 but decided to tone it down a bit and include my partner on weekend rides. Very happy with this bike and ya it’s a BMW 😅

I have a F650CS that uses the belt drive, single-sided swingarm and fuel tank under the seat like this bike. It has a single cylinder engine and is very economical. My bike has an indentation where the traditional fuel tank would be. BMW made accessories that would fit in the space. I have the BMW tank bag and storage box with speakers. Each fits nicely in the area. I suppose it was a form of storage like the NC Hondas have, but more versatile. Anyway, I would prefer the 800 since the 650 is rather small and cramped for me. Since I paid very little for it, and have had no issues with it in the 4500 miles I’ve ridden it, I can’t really complain.

Marvellous review 👍 I have just bought a 2019 F800 GT SE from Bahnstormer BMW and ride it back 160 miles. Really comfy bike and great handling and not too heavy. The battery and airbox is under the tank cover. I have been looking at these for years now and I am not disappointed at all. My partner (Tamsin) rode it the other day and likened it to a magic carpet ride when compared to her Triumph Street Triple R. Anyway, I've bought it for carrying all our luggage so Tam can just ride her bike when we go touring. Oh yes! It's pretty good on fuel too. I got 80 mpg on our last ride out 😳 I reckon I will be keeping this one for a long time to come. 🤔 Kind regards Paul BTW, I don't think cruise control was an option.

Two round clocks, one on top of the other - what's that all about? If you ride it in Norfolk, people will probably remove the road signs when they see you coming. It is hard to find belt lube, which puts me off. It can't be a faultless motorbike, they started it! 😁. All bad jokes aside, it seems like a good touring bike. By the way, thank you for commenting on my 3 min video clips. I think that you are the only one who does!

I have the 2008 f800st version down here in Australia , done 86,000klm all over NSW and it has been a great bike , im.5'9" 76 kilo . Got 80,000klm out of the belt before changing but that is only because we think someone reversed into the rear belt sprocket which then made the belt frey . Im going to upgrade to the GT version later.

I think I’m going to miss my compartment but I won’t miss filling her up at the back end and that’s what I don’t like about the GT800 still that doesn’t keep cutting out 🤣🤣🤣 marvellous video TAYM 👍

No longer made and dated design but no maintenance belt drive suggests all year motorcycle. In this colour or blue looks nice simple practical bike (in white maybe you might be mistaken for an off duty German police rider!!) Some of these have electronically adjustable suspension I believe....

No. Get a paddington. Simple. Look gorgeous. Sound great. Will be more reliable.

You guys over there park cars dangerously on side of road.In NZ you'd get a ticket parking like how you guys do,one car was parked close to corner.

Well, that was a curver. Didn't expect to see you out on that, but very welcome review. Chester (the grumbling Z-RS) is still in my garage awaiting the two Enfields to replace him. I may have mentioned he was the first four I've ever actually owned, but can't beat a twin. Most of my riding 'career' has been on BMW boxers - predominantly airheads from back in the 70/80s. I miss them now, especially my 'Wendy look alike' R90S (or maybe it's the other way round - the 90S was the first classic cafe production fairing). I'd have a new one of that exact 74 model in a heartbeat. In contrast, the modern oilhead boxers are a shadow of the old airhead feel. The Interceptor reminded me of the 90 (probably more the R75/6). In 2018 when I was looking to downsize from an R1150RT, I seriously considered the F800GT, but never did ride one. Rotax engine under licence I think? If I'd listened to your review then, I may have pursued it more. I ended up with the NC750X at that time before changing to Chester. It's interesting your observation about the BMW feel and their cars. I've had three cars over the years, and there's definitely a BMW feel to all their machines. You could ride any of them blindfolded and know it was a BMW. Got in touch with Saddlebags. Nice chap. Down my way too, so we may meet up for a coffee and a face to face mutter.

Great review 👍 I've had quite a few BMWs and love the boxer engine especially the new 1250 shift cam if you get the chance pop to Suffolk or Essex BMW and get a test ride on the new R1250RT or one of the GS family just to experience that engine and the quality of a top of the range BM. Just to be totally honest I have a new RT on order 😜👍

Do you think it would be a good beginner motorcycle. I am 190cm tall and weigh 106kg, would I even be able to fit comfortably on it? This bmw model made me look at the motorcycle. I think it is the most beautiful model of those years.

Nice - but you need 2 X round clocks ! My fantasy bike is the Yamaha FJR 1300 - can you have a ride on one of those ?

Thank you.

Hello decent review ride nice one 👍👍🙏

I’m not sure of the accent, I’m from the Uk and really struggling.

Every BMW I have ridden, fits like a glove. Harley riders wave. My R1150RT is my second most favorite bike I ever owned. Sold it . The Concours 14 is a 2021, which is just like my 2004 R1150RT, just faster.

I've had a couple of BMWs, both suffered with bad wind noise and poor finish. They also have more warranty claims and recalls than most. I'd stick with Bertie.😉

Did I hear you say "straight as a nut" ? 🤣 . Wind direction, speed, gusts and rider height must make quite a difference. One day I'm expecting, when you say how does it make me feel, for you to sing "miiiiiggghty real"

I understand the cost of replacing the drive belt on this model is prohibitive.

Lack of Bertiness and sounds like a hoover but gobbles up roads not really my thing. No character ok if want to tour.

Yeauh.

I hope Wendy didn't hear you say that! 😳 I think you should take her out to make it up to her!

BMW no way my 350 all day

What?

There are some people that should never do video reviews on bikes, add your name to that list..

Nice but not my cup of tea