BMW's new range of 650 singles

As an option, the G 650 X models are available straight from the plant with new two-channel ABS from Bosch, the latest generation of BMW Motorrad ABS already featured on the F 800 S/ST and the R 1200 S. The particular advantages of this anti-lock brake system are not only compact dimensions and low weight of just 1.5 kg or 3.3 lb, but also a high standard of precision and quality in controlling the brakes: The pressure modulator masterminds optimum brake pressure in the ABS mode via intake valves with linear control, keeping the control intervals very fast and precise. And a further advantage of the modern valves with their infinitely variable cross-sections is that the rider feels only a very weak pulse effect in the brake levers.

Enhanced diagnostic functions round off the benefits offered by this modern and sophisticated ABS control system. The wheel speed sensors, for example, automatically monitor their distance from the sensor wheel and thus contribute to the supreme standard of safety offered by the system. To ensure an optimum and consistent pressure point at all times, the brake system comes with steel-reinforced brake lines even on models not fitted with ABS.

A further point is that the rider is able to deactivate the ABS anti-lock brake system when riding offroad under particularly sporting conditions or when enjoying his machine on a closed circuit. And last but not least, all models fitted with ABS come complete with a 12-V power socket.

Features and equipment – giving great attention to each and every detail.

The lightweight concept is also maintained consistently with all the motorcycle’s attachments and auxiliary units revealing great attention to detail: The footbrake and gearshift levers are made of light, forged and therefore highly stable aluminium. The gearshift lever comes complete with a springloaded, folding boom at the side, the footbrake lever, through its rolled mounting, allows particularly sensitive operation of the rear wheel brake of particular significance on the Street Moto.

The side-stands on the Xchallenge and Xmoto are made of forged aluminium, the numberplate supports and direction indicators can be easily removed for sports riding on a closed circuit. And again last but certainly not least, wide, zig-zagged footrests ensure safe support and stability.

The high-strength light-alloy tubular handlebar comes in conical design for maximum surface contact at all fastening points despite minimum weight. The handlebar supports varying in height on all three models are mounted on rubber holders in the forged fork bridges as a solution efficiently absorbing any unpleasant vibration without reducing the direct feel of the handlebar so important to the demanding rider.

The cockpit is intentionally purist in design and configuration, with clear and easy-to-read instruments informing the rider at all times of his speed, the time of day, and the distance he has covered. Two trip counters may be activated at the touch of a button, and the cockpit also presents a battery charge reading. In the interest of enhanced flexibility, the instruments may be converted by an authorised workshop to either miles or kilometres, whatever the rider requires.

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