2000 BMW F 650 ST

Pros: Looks, dual purpose, Price, Seating position
Cons: Stability on Road, Stability off Road, Clunky Engine, Turning Characteristics

I bought my ST new in 2000 and have enjoyed it very much. The primary use for the bike was to go on a couple of long trips here and there, commute to work once in a while and generally putt around the city. This is one of the best looking...

Pros: easy to drive, cheap
Cons: large bike to start out with.

Everyone has something to say about the BMW F650 Strada. From experts to users and back again, lots has been said.

What other people have said:
Three years after the launch of the F650, a second model joined this very successful...

Pros: off-road handling improved over older model
Cons: seems to vibrate more than older model

My old epinion is incorrectly classified as 2000 BMW F650 when it's really for a 1998 model. Since I've ridden the 2000 or 2001 model on several occasions as a loaner bike, I'll compare the two models. If you want to know more about the '98 model, read...

Pros: Quiet, comfortable
Cons: No cargo, $$

I really loved this motorcycle for its easy handling on the road. I don't actually own one, but I rode my friend's and I wish I had one.It is easy and fun to ride on the open road, and it also seems to work wonderfully off road. It looks cool so you can...