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BMW Scarver F650CS

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5 May 6th, 2007 

10 Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful

Advantages:
Low running costs, reliability and fun to ride

Disadvantages:
no centre stand

Recommendable Yes:

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Comfort

Handling

Looks

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Fuel consumption

28Berkeley

28Berkeley

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Member since:06.05.2007

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I traded my 2003 Yamaha FS600 for a 2004 BMW F650 CS and have no regrets. Although signficantly less powerful than the Faser the Scarver is more fun to ride - I feel more in tune with the torquey single, and the engine braking is excellent. Handling is surprising good too - probably something to do with the low centre of gravity. My missus and son have both enjoyed the pillion experience.
The Scarver is cheap to run - low insurance, good fuel economy and reliable. The heated grips are good in winter and the headlights are very effective. The gear change is a bit agricultural but you get used to it. The seat is low so would be good for short legged people. I use the bike mainly for 25 mile round daily commute into Bath, and its perfect - the upright riding position is extremely comfortable and gives good visibility. I would definetly recommend this bike. The lack of a centre stand is my main criticism. 

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andrewmc83 20.05.2007 14:25

Nice review maybe a bit short. Andy

COOOEEE 08.05.2007 11:45

I hope you don't mind if I make a suggestion? There was a lot of information in your review but it was quite hard to read all bunched up together. Reviews that are broken up into smaller paragraphs and have a blank space between them are easier for others to read and it also gives a nice overall look to the review. You can edit your review at any time to change it or to add new information at any time by clicking on the edit link which is top centre of the page as you read your review. Fionaxx

Bens__mummy 07.05.2007 02:33

Good review but could do with some more info to gain higher ratings. Take a look at other reviews to get an idea of the level of info that is needed to gain higher ratings. x



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