Can you ride the BMW F800GS Adventure on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the BMW F800GS Adventure (2013 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
BMW F800GS Adventure (2013 onwards)
The BMW F800GS is an authentic adventure motorbike that has been well regarded and highly reviewed amongst motorcyclists.
It can be ridden on an A2 motorbike licence. Although the BMW F800GS Adventure requires a restriction of 45%, it will deliver buckets of fun, great range and a host of features that usually don’t come with an A2 bike.
Moreover, once you exchange your A2 licence for the full motorbike licence, you will be unleashing nearly double the power. Meaning, you won’t need to think about upgrading from the F800GS Adventure to get more power.
A2 Licence Compliance
The BMW F800GS Adventure is a 798cc A2-friendly adventure bike. It has a power output of 63 kW (85 bhp), which exceeds the 35kW limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by cca 45% to be A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the BMW F800GS Adventure on an A2 licence. See the BMW F800GS Adventure specifications table for restriction info, and the restrictor kits section to see what restrictors are available for the BMW F800GS Adventure.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Type | Adventure Off-Road |
| Restriction Required | 45% (to restrict to 35 kW) |
| Weight | 229 kg |
| Seat height | 890 mm |
| Front tyre size | 90/90-21 |
| Rear tyre size | 150/70-17 |
| Top speed | 135 mph |
| Engine size | 798 cc |
| Engine type | Inline 2 |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine oil capacity | 2.9 litres |
| Power output | 63 kW |
| Power output | 85 bhp |
| Torque output | 61 lb-ft |
| Fuel tank size | 24 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 270 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 50 mpg |
| Annual road tax | £93 |
| Overall rating |
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The BMW F800GS Adventure needs to be restricted by 45% to make it legal to ride on an A2 bike licence (maximum 35 kW power output). Check for the latest restrictor kits and prices below.
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