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Maintenance Instructions (US Model)

F 650 GS
F 650 GS Dakar
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
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Please note

This symbol indicates pre-
cautions and measures which
are essential in protecting the
rider or other persons from
severe or fatal injury.

Specific instructions and safety
precautions intended to pre-
vent damage to the motorcycle.
Disregarding them may render
the warranty invalid.

Specific instructions on how to
operate, control, adjust or look
after items of equipment on the
motorcycle.
Dear motorcycle enthusiast
1
1
Consequently, we advise you to
BMW Service
For safety reasons and to main-
have service and maintenance
tain the value of your motorcy-
performed by your authorized
cle, regular maintenance
BMW motorcycle retailer’s spe-
intervals have been laid down.
cially trained, expert personnel,
Always keep to the specified
and confirmed by an entry in the
maintenance intervals. This is
Maintenance Instructions.
the only way to ensure that war-
Authorized BMW motorcycle
ranty claims are not invalidated.
retailers are supplied with the
The contents of the mainte-
latest technical information and
nance schedules are subject to
have the necessary technical
change, for reasons of safety,
know-how and specially trained
due to modifications in, among
staff.
other things, materials.
It is advisable to contact your
Your authorized BMW motorcy-
authorized BMW motorcycle
cle retailer is best placed to
retailer if you have any ques-
provide information on the cur-
tions regarding your motorcy-
rently specified Service,
cle.
Inspection and Annual Inspec-
Authorized BMW motorcycle
tion work needed.
retailers are fully informed about
Important: all aspects of your motorcycle
BMW refuses to accept liability and will gladly advise and assist
for damage or consequential you.
damage due to repairs or ser-
vice work performed by other Best wishes,
than BMW-authorized work-
shops. BMW Motorrad
Important safety information
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Note, however, that BMW is

BMW Service
unable to accept liability for

spare parts and accessories
which it has not approved.
BMW cannot assess every sin-

gle product of outside origin in
order to decide whether it can
be used on or with a BMW vehi-
cle without constituting a safety
risk.
For your own safety, use only Nor is approval by an official

genuine BMW spare parts and technical inspection authority,
accessories approved by or even the granting of a gen-
BMW. eral operating permit necessar-
ily a sufficient guarantee, since
If you choose genuine BMW these test procedures are not
accessories and spare parts always adequate.
that have been tested and
approved, you can be sure that Genuine BMW spare parts,
BMW has performed the appro- accessories and other products
priate tests to confirm their suit- which BMW has approved can
ability for use on your be obtained from all authorized
motorcycle. BMW accepts BMW motorcycle retailers,
product liability only for these together with expert advice on
products. their installation and use.
Maintenance
Maintenance is divided up into

Service, Inspection and Annual
Inspection.
BMW Inspection 1,000 km 1
(600 miles) 3
BMW running-in check after the
first 1,000 km (600 miles).
BMW Service
BMW Service
After the first 10,000 km
(6,000 miles) and every further
20,000 km (12,000 miles)

(30,000 km…, 50,000 km …,
70,000 km…) (18,000 miles...,
30,000 miles..., 42,000 miles)
BMW Inspection
After the first 20,000 km
(12,000 miles) and every further
20,000 km (40,000 km…, Every authorized BMW motor-
60,000 km …, 80,000 km…) cycle retailer has a fixed scale
(24,000 miles..., of charges based on work times
36,000 miles..., 48,000 miles) and carefully calculated hourly
BMW Annual Inspection rates.
Certain items of maintenance Fuel, lubricants and similar sub-
depend on elapsed time as well stances, filters, gaskets, etc.
as the distance the motorcycle are charged separately.
has covered. These tasks must
therefore be performed at least Maintenance schedule
once a year (e.g. changing the If you like, you can view the cur-
brake fluid). rent maintenance schedule for
If these items cannot be per- your motorcycle on the Internet
formed during a Service or an and download the file from
Inspection, an Annual Inspec- www.bmw-motorrad.com/
tion must be performed. maintenance.
Confirmation of maintenance
BMW BMW Service

Pre-delivery check 10,000 km
(6,000 miles)
Performed in accordance with
1 manufacturer’s instructions Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
4 Odometer reading
Odometer reading
BMW Service
Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature
BMW Inspection, BMW Inspection,

1,000 km 20 000 km
(600 miles) (12,000 miles)
Performed in accordance with Performed in accordance with

manufacturer’s instructions manufacturer’s instructions
Odometer reading Odometer reading

BMW Service BMW Service

30,000 km 50,000 km
(18,000 miles) (30,000 miles)
Performed in accordance with Performed in accordance with 1

manufacturer’s instructions manufacturer’s instructions 5
BMW Service
BMW Inspection BMW Inspection

40,000 km 60,000 km
(24,000 miles) (36,000 miles)



70,000 km 90,000 km
(42,000 miles) (54,000 miles)
1 Performed in accordance with Performed in accordance with
6 manufacturer’s instructions manufacturer’s instructions

BMW Service

80,000 km 100,000 km
(48,000 miles) (60,000 miles)



110,000 km 130,000 km
(66,000 miles) (78,000 miles)
Performed in accordance with Performed in accordance with 1

manufacturer’s instructions manufacturer’s instructions 7
BMW Service

120,000 km 140,000 km
(72,000 miles) (84,000 miles)


BMW BMW
Annual Inspection Annual Inspection
8 Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed:

yes no yes no
BMW Service
Coolant changed: Coolant changed:

yes no yes no
BMW BMW
Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed:

yes no yes no

yes no yes no

BMW BMW
1
Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: 9
yes no yes no
BMW Service
yes no yes no
BMW BMW

yes no yes no

yes no yes no

BMW BMW
10 Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed:

yes no yes no
BMW Service

yes no yes no
BMW BMW

yes no yes no

yes no yes no

Confirmation of service
Record of all work performed in workshop

Work performed km/miles Date
1
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BMW Service
The list is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and

repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if
appropriate, special campaign work.
Record of all work performed in workshop

Work performed km/miles Date
1
12
BMW Service
The list is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and

repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if
appropriate, special campaign work.
Odometer replaced Odometer replaced
Odometer reading is not total Odometer reading is not total

distance covered. distance covered.

1
13
BMW Service
Odometer replaced Odometer replaced
Odometer reading is not total Odometer reading is not total

distance covered. distance covered.

General instructions
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Maintenance and care
Your motorcycle is equipped

with a digital electronic engine
management system and a
high-power ignition system.
If you intend to perform the
maintenance and general care
work described in the following
When the engine is running or section yourself, you must pos-
the ignition is switched on, do sess the necessary knowledge
not touch electrically live of technical matters and
components, terminals or mechanical skills.
wiring. Your motorcycle is built to high
– Risk of fatal accident technological standards. Spe-
Work on the electrical system cial tools and purpose-
only when the circuit has designed diagnosis and testing
been interrupted (ignition equipment, together with the
switched off). For greater appropriate knowledge, are
safety, disconnect and insu- needed to keep your motorcy-
late the negative battery lead. cle in optimum working order.
2
15

cle retailer possesses the nec-
essary technical know-how and
employs company-trained staff.
They can guarantee that your
motorcycle is always main-
tained in a fault-free technical
condition.
Remember: the safety and reli-
ability of your motorcycle are
the most important consider-
ations. BMW refuses to accept liability
You should therefore not for damage or consequential
attempt any complex repair or damage due to repairs or ser-
maintenance tasks. vice work performed by other
Keep to the specified Inspec- than BMW-authorized work-
tion and Service intervals. shops.
2
16 Technical modifications are
only allowable to a limited
extent.
Whenever you are planning

such modifications, comply
with all the legal requirements.

The motorcycle must not
infringe your national road-vehi-
Technical modifications cle construction and use regu-
lations.
cle retailer will gladly advise you
The data stored in the elec- on technical requirements, the
tronic engine management manufacturer’s recommenda-
system is the result of exten- tions and the overall benefit
sive experimental and testing likely to be obtained.
work.
Tampering with the electronic Genuine BMW parts

engine management system For reasons of safety, use only
represents an increased safe- genuine BMW parts and acces-
ty risk for the rider. sories.
Genuine BMW parts are identi-
cal with those fitted to your
motorcycle as original equip-
Manipulation of the electronic ment.
engine management system BMW Motorrad refuses to
voids the warranty in all instanc- accept any liability whatsoever
es of damage consequential to for other-make spare parts and
such manipulation. accessories.
Toolkit
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17
• Vehicle toolkit under

the seat
Contents
1 case
1 screwdriver, reversible blade
1 cross-head screwdriver,
small
4 open-ended wrenches, 1 Allen key
8 x 10 mm (0.39 in), 8 mm (0.31 in)
14 x 19 mm (0.75 in), 4 Torx screwdrivers T25, T30,
15 mm (0.59 in), T40, T45
24 mm (0.94 in) 4 fuses 4 A, 7.5 A, 10 A, 15 A
1 spark plug wrench 1 puller for fuses
Troubleshooting chart
Fault: Engine does not start or is very difficult to start

Possible cause Remedy See b Page
Wrong ignition key Operation Rider’s Manual
2 position b Chapter 1
Kill switch is off Operation Rider’s Manual

18
b Chapter 3
Power supply Blown fuse b 42

interrupted
Gear engaged, clutch Select neutral or Rider’s Manual
not disengaged pull clutch lever b Chapter 3
Side stand extended Select neutral or Rider’s Manual

and gear engaged retract side stand b Chapter 3
No fuel in tank Refuel Rider’s Manual

b Chapter 2
Fuel pump not working Blown fuse b 42

Incorrect operation of Operation Rider’s Manual
twistgrip b Chapter 3
Troubleshooting chart
Fault: Engine does not start or is very difficult to start

Possible cause Remedy See b Page
Blocked Replace b 53
air filter element
2
Spark plug Replace b 54
19
defective/wet
Spark plugs/leads Dry b 54

or caps wet
Insufficient battery Recharge battery b 49
charge
Electronic engine Ignition off, wait for Rider’s Manual
management system 3 seconds, switch b Chapter 3
not initialized ignition on and wait
until warning light for
coolant temperature
stops flashing

It is advisable to have other
faults – not described on pages
14 ...62 – attended to by a spe-

More detailed technical infor-
mation is available in the follow-
cialized workshop, preferably ing publications:
an authorized BMW motorcycle – Repair Manual
retailer. – Electrical circuit diagrams
Removing front wheel
2
20

When removing, avoid damage

to brake pipes, brake disks,
brake pads and the wheel rim
• Place the motorcycle on its (mask off with tape if neces-
main stand (Dakar: use auxil- sary).
iary stand, BMW special tool Do not scratch the rim when
number 00 1 610, or some forcing back the brake pads or
other, suitable auxiliary stand) removing the calipers (apply
– Make sure the ground is masking tape if necessary).
level and firm. To prevent damage to the brake
• Raise the front wheel with caliper and possible difficulty
front wheel stand, when assembling: never pull

BMW special tool the brake lever when the brake
No. 36 3 970, or a suitable calipers have been removed.
auxiliary stand Motorcycle equipped with
ABSOE:
Do not damage the ABS sensor
cable, the ABS sensor ring and
Make sure that the front-wheel the ABS sensor.
stand is set to the correct width
and height. OE Optional equipment
1
2
21

3 2

• Remove securing screw 2,
Make sure that the motorcy- using 0.39 in (10 mm) open-

cle is standing firmly and can- ended wrench (b 17)
not topple forward or to either
side.
If a spacer 3 is installed to com-

pensate component tolerances,
Remove ABS sensorOE 1, so make sure that it is reinstalled on
that it cannot be damaged by reassembly.
the brake disk.
• Pull ABS sensorOE 1 out of its
OE Optional equipment bore in the front fork
3
1 2
2
22

Make sure that the motorcy- Check the brake pads
cle is standing firmly and can- (b 33) (have them replaced if
not topple forward or to either necessary).
side.
• Slacken axle clamp screw 3

with a Torx T25 bit (b 17) When setting down the front
• Remove quick-release axle 2 wheel, take care not to damage
using 0.31 in (8 mm) Allen key brake disks and the ABS sen-
(b 17) sor ring OE. Keep dirt and
• Roll the front wheel forward moisture away from the wheel
and out bearings.
• Remove spacer bushing 1
and spacer 4 OE Optional equipment
Installing front wheel
5 2
23
7

6
Note the installed position of • Clean and grease spacer

the ABS sensor ringOE or the di- bushing 1 and spacer 4 and
rection-of-rotation arrow on the insert them into the wheel
tire. hub.
As viewed in forward direction
of travel:
– left: spacer 4 on right:
Do not damage the brake disk spacer bushing 1 with collar
or pads when fitting the wheel. toward the wheel hub
Motorcycle equipped with • Clean quick-release axle 2,
ABSOE: grease it and insert it from the
Do not damage the ABS sensor right (raising the wheel slightly
cable, the ABS sensor ring and as necessary) and hand-
the ABS sensor. tighten
• Insert ABS sensorOE 5 until
• Roll the front wheel between approx. 2/3 of its length are
the forks and carefully posi- inside the bore
tion the brake disk in the • Insert spacer 7
brake caliper. (if originally fitted)
• Install securing screw 6 and
OE Optional equipment tighten to specified torque
Installing front wheel
2
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• Remove front-wheel stand

• With the handbrake applied,
compress the telescopic
forks firmly several times X Tightening torques
• Tighten quick-release axle 2 Quick-release axle 2 ..... 45 Nm

to the specified tightening Axle clamp screw 1....... 23 Nm
torque Securing screw,

• Tighten axle clamping ABS sensorOE ................ 9 Nm
screws 1 to the specified
tightening torque
When assembly work has

been completed, pull the
Always have the security of the brake lever firmly several
fasteners checked by a special- times to check that the front
ized workshop, preferably an brake is operating correctly.
authorized BMW motorcycle
retailer. OE Optional equipment
Removing rear wheel
2
2
25
1 1

Avoid damage to brake lines,
disk and pads when removing
the wheel.
Make sure that the motorcy-
cle is standing firmly and can-
not topple forward or to either
side.
Do not damage the ABS sensor
cableOE, ABS sensor ringOE and • Place the motorcycle on its
the speedometer sensor. main stand (Dakar: use auxil-
Do not press the brake pedal iary stand, BMW special tool
down when the wheel is number 00 1 610, or some
removed. other, suitable auxiliary stand)
Keep dirt and moisture away – Make sure the ground is
from the wheel bearings. level and firm.
• Remove 4 retaining screws 1
OE Optional equipment • Remove rear wheel cover 2
Removing rear wheel
1 2 3
2
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6
5
4

• Hold the brake caliper and roll
the wheel out toward the rear
• Remove axle nut 3 using

0.94 in (24 mm) socket and
spark-plug wrench as Sprocket 6 sits loosely in the
extension (b 17) wheel. If the wheel is laid down,
• Remove axle nut 3 with make sure that the brake disk
washer 2 and sprocket are not damaged
• Using Torx T45 bit, back off Do not damage the ABS sensor
chain tensioning screws 4 on cableOE, ABS sensor ringOE and
left and right a few turns the speedometer sensor
• Pull out quick-release axle 1
• Lift chain 5 off sprocket 6 OE Optional equipment
Installing rear wheel
2
27

When tensioning the chain,
note correct wheel alignment
• Roll the rear wheel between
the rear swinging arm forks
and carefully position the
brake disk in the brake caliper.
• Lift chain 5 onto sprocket 6
(marks on swinging fork arms). • Grease quick-release axle 1
To avoid damaging the chain or and insert it
more extensive damage, • Install axle nut 3 with
always adjust the chain so that washer 2 and hand-tighten
it has the correct amount of • Set chain tensioning screws 4
slack. on left and right such that
Do not damage the brake disk chain sag is correct
or pads when fitting the wheel. (setting b 31) as stated on
Do not damage the ABS sensor label 7
cableOE, ABS sensor ringOE and
the speedometer sensor. OE Optional equipment
2 1 1
28
2
3
• Make sure that the same

number of notches has been
reached at marking point 5 on

Screws 1 of rear wheel cover
are secured with Loctite.
Before reinstalling, clean the
the left and right swinging fork screw threads and coat them
arms with Loctite No. 243.
• Tighten axle nut 2 to the
specified tightening torque • Install rear wheel cover 3 with
• Tighten chain tensioning four securing screws 1
screws 4 to the specified • Tighten securing screws 1 to
tightening torque specified torque
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29

5

Always have the security of the

fasteners checked by a special-
ized workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW motorcycle re-
tailer.
X Tightening torque: When assembly work has

Axle nut 3 .................... 100 Nm been completed, depress the
Chain tensioning brake pedal firmly several
screws 4........................ 10 Nm times to check that the rear
Rear wheel cover............. 3 Nm brake is operating correctly.
Checking chain
1
2
30

Checking chain for wear
Always replace the chain,

chainwheel and sprocket as a
complete set.
– It should not be possible to lift
the chain clear of the points of
the sprocket teeth
– If the chain can be pulled
clear of the points, replace
• Place the motorcycle on its the chain, sprocket and pin-
main stand [Dakar: side stand] ion
– Make sure the ground is
level and firm. Have the chain, sprocket and
• Grip the chain at the rearmost pinion replaced by a special-
point of sprocket 1 and pull ized workshop, preferably an
the chain to the rear, away authorized BMW motorcycle
from the sprocket retailer.
Adjusting chain
2
31

3

Adjusting chain
When tensioning the chain,

note correct wheel alignment
(notches in swinging fork arms).
• Place the motorcycle on its
main stand [Dakar: side stand]
level and firm.
• Slacken axle nut 2 using
0.94 in (24 mm) socket and
spark-plug wrench as
To avoid damaging the chain or extension (b 17)
more extensive damage, • Using Torx T45 bit, set chain
always adjust the chain so that tensioning screws 3 on left
it has the correct amount of and right such that chain sag
slack. is 1.38...1.78 in (35…45 mm)
Always make sure that there is [Dakar: 1.57...1.97 in
no load on the motorcycle when (40...50 mm)]
you check the chain. as stated on the label
Adjusting chain
1 1
2
32
3 3 2

Always have the chain tension
and the security of the fasteners
checked by a specialized work-
• Make sure that the same shop, preferably an authorized
number of notches has been BMW motorcycle retailer.
reached at marking point 1 on
the left and right swinging fork
arms X
Tightening torques
• Tighten axle nut 2 Axle nut 2 ................... 100 Nm
• Tighten chain tensioning Chain tensioning
screws 3 screws 3 ....................... 10 Nm
Checking brake pads
2
33

Front brake
• Visually inspect the brake

Have brake pads replaced be- pads from in front
fore the minimum allowable • Check brake pad thickness
thickness is reached. Minimum pad thickness:
Wear indicating marks 1 must
be clearly visible on the pads.
– If the wear indicating mark is
For your safety, we recommend no longer clearly visible:
having work on the brake sys- have the brake pads replaced
tem performed by a specialized by a specialized workshop,
workshop, preferably an autho- preferably an authorized
rized BMW motorcycle retailer. BMW motorcycle retailer.
Checking brake pads
2
34

Rear brake
• Visually inspect from behind

and above

Have brake pads replaced be- • Check brake pad thickness
fore the minimum allowable Minimum pad thickness:
thickness is reached. Angled wear indicating mark
1 must be clearly visible on
the pads.
– If the wear indicating mark is
For your safety, we recommend no longer clearly visible:
having work on the brake sys- have the brake pads replaced
tem performed by a specialized by a specialized workshop,
workshop, preferably an autho- preferably an authorized
rized BMW motorcycle retailer. BMW motorcycle retailer.
Adding coolant
2
35

Use only nitrite-free antifreeze
and corrosion inhibitor.
Check coolant level only when
the engine is cold.
Top up the fluid in the expan- • Place the motorcycle on its
sion tank only if the loss of cool- main stand [Dakar: side stand]
ant is minor. – Make sure the ground is
Mixing ratio: level and firm.
• 50% antifreeze • Remove the seat
• 50% water (b Rider's Manual)
Frost protection down to: • Remove the left side panel
-25 °C (-13 °F) (b 44-45)
Adding coolant
2
36
MAX
MIN

• Recheck the coolant level;

correct if necessary
• Reinstall the cap of the
expansion tank
Engine cold: do not top up the

coolant past the MIN mark
It is advisable to have the cool-
• Remove cap 1 from filler neck ant changed by a specialized
• Top up coolant to MIN mark workshop, preferably your au-
• Place motorcycle on main thorized BMW motorcycle re-
(center) stand or hold it upright tailer.
Notes on changing bulbs

37

Your motorcycle has one bulb
for the low-beam /high-beam
headlight, one for the parking
light, one for the brake light and
Your motorcycle is equipped one for the rear light, plus four

with a digital electronic engine bulbs for the turn indicators.
management system and a If any of these bulbs should fail,
high-power ignition system. you may have problems in see-
ing and being seen.

You should therefore always
carry spare bulbs on the motor-
Work on the electrical system cycle.
only when the circuit has
been interrupted (ignition and
lights switched off). For
greater safety, disconnect Do not touch the glass of new
and insulate the negative bat- bulbs with your fingers.
tery lead. Use a clean, dry cloth to hold
When the engine is running or the bulbs when inserting them.
the ignition is switched on, do Dirt deposits, in particular oil
not touch electrically live and grease, interfere with heat
components, terminals or radiation from the bulb. This
wiring. leads to overheating and short-
– Risk of fatal accident ens the bulb’s operating life.
Changing bulbs
2
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1 2 3

Turn indicators main stand [Dakar: side stand]
level and firm.

• Remove securing screw 1
Switch off the ignition before • Remove turn indicator glass 3
changing a bulb. • Press bulb 2 back, turn it
counter-clockwise to disen-
gage it and remove
• Installation is the reverse of
Avoid touching the glass of new the removal procedure
bulbs with your fingers. Use a – Bulbs for front/rear turn indi-
clean, dry cloth to hold the cators:
bulbs when inserting them. 12 V 10 W
Changing bulbs
1 2
39
2
3

Tail light/brake light

The rear light is also the license
plate light. • Place the motorcycle on its

level and firm.
Switch off the ignition before • Remove retaining screws 1
changing a bulb. • Remove rear light glass 2
• Press bulb 3 back, turn it
counter-clockwise to disen-
gage it and remove
Avoid touching the glass of new • Installation is the reverse of
bulbs with your fingers. Use a the removal procedure
clean, dry cloth to hold the – Brake/rear light bulb:
bulbs when inserting them. 12 V 21/5 W
Changing bulbs
1
2
2 4
40
3

Parking light – Make sure the ground is
level and firm.
• Pull off multi-pin plug 2

• Pull the rubber sleeve 1 to the
Switch off the ignition before rear to remove
changing a bulb. • Pull bulb holder 4 to the rear
and out of the headlight hous-
ing
• Pull bulb 3 out of bulb
Avoid touching the glass of new holder 4
bulbs with your fingers. • Installation is the reverse of
Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the removal procedure
the bulbs when inserting them. – Parking light bulb: 12 V 5 W
Changing bulbs
1 2
3 4
2
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• Pull off multi-pin plug 2
High-beam/low-beam • Pull rubber sleeve 1 to the
headlight rear to remove
• Turn retainer 4 counter-
clockwise to disengage

• Remove bulb 3
Switch off the ignition before • Installation is the reverse of
changing a bulb. the removal procedure
– Low/high beam headlight
bulb: H4 12 V 55/60 W
Avoid touching the glass of new

bulbs with your fingers.
Use a clean, dry cloth to hold The retainer is easy to install if
the bulbs when inserting them. you hold it in the correct posi-
tion.
• Place the motorcycle on its Insert: at approx. 11 o'clock
main stand [Dakar: side stand] position
– Make sure the ground is Lock: by turning to
level and firm. 12 o'clock position
Fuses
2
2
42
1
Changing fuses
• Place the motorcycle on its • Squeeze clips 1 together and
main stand [Dakar: side stand] remove the cover of the fuse

– Make sure the ground is box
level and firm. • Use puller 2 (b 17) to remove
• Remove the seat the blown fuse from its socket
• Insert a new fuse of the cor-

rect rating
• Close the fuse box lid
Before changing a fuse, switch • Close and lock the seat
off the ignition.
Never attempt to repair a blown
fuse – risk of fire
For this reason, always carry a It is advisable to have the elec-
number of spare fuses in the trical system checked by a spe-
toolkit (b 17). cialized workshop, preferably
Use only fuses of the specified an authorized BMW motorcycle
rating and type. retailer, if fuses blow frequently.
Fuses
2
5 3 43

1
8 2
6 4
Equipment connected to
fuses
1 Engine electronics ..... 15 A
2 Instrument panel,
on-board socket,
diagnosis plug, 6 Brake light,
OA plug ...................... 10 A turn indicators,
3 Horn, instrument panel,
headlight flasher ........ 7.5 A instrument lighting ..... 7.5 A
4 Low-beam headlight .. 7.5 A 7 Parking light, tail light... 4 A
5 High-beam headlight 7.5 A 8 Heated handlebar grips 4 A
Side panel
1 2
2
44
3
Removing right side panel

• Remove the four securing
screws 2 holding the turn
indicator
• Remove 2 retaining screws 1
• Slacken securing screw 3
Removing and installing • Pull right side panel out of
side panel locator 4 at bottom and lift it
• Place the motorcycle on its clear of the center panel at
main stand [Dakar: side stand] the top
level and firm. Installing right side panel
• Remove the seat • Installation is the reverse of
(b Rider's Manual, Chapter 1) the removal procedure
Side panel
2
45

Removing and installing
left side panel
The procedure for removing

and installing the left side panel
is analogous to that for the right Removing and installing
side panel. center panel
Remove the oil filler plug before • Remove the remaining two
removing the left side panel. securing screws 4
When installing the left side • Remove the center panel
panel, note the air duct of the oil • Installation is the reverse of
tank. the removal procedure
Jump starting
2 1
46
3 2
Jump starting
Battery adapter points Do not use proprietary start-
BMW calls an easily accessible assist sprays to start the
battery positive terminal 1 and a engine.

defined grounding point 2 the Use only jump leads fitted with
battery adapter points. fully insulated crocodile clips at
The battery adapter points both ends for jump starting.

make it easy to recharge the
battery and are also convenient
for jump starting.
If you switch on the ignition and
the indicator lights fail to light
up, the battery is completely
Never establish a direct con- flat. In this case, do not attempt
nection between battery posi- to jump-start the motorcycle:
tive terminal 1 and earth (frame/ recharge the battery instead.
drive). Risk of damaging the control
– Risk of short-circuit units.
Jump starting
• On the BMW, battery adapter 2

points 1 and 2 are the con- 47
nection points for jump start-
ing

• Remove protective cap 3

from the positive terminal
• Connect one end of a jump
lead to positive terminal 1 of
the discharged battery, and
the other end to the positive
terminal of the donor battery
Do not attempt to jump-start • Connect one end of the sec-
the motorcycle using the on- ond jump lead to the negative
board socket terminal/grounding point of
– Risk of fire the donor battery and the
The wires leading to the power other end to negative termi-

socket do not have a load-ca- nal/grounding point 2 of the
pacity rating adequate for jump- discharged battery
starting the engine. • Start the engine of the donor
vehicle and allow it to run at
fast idle
• Start the engine of the vehicle
Make sure that the battery of with the discharged battery in
the other vehicle has a voltage the usual way
rating of 12 V • Allow both engines to idle for
a few minutes
• Switch off the ignition sys- • Disconnect the jump leads by
tems of both vehicles reversing the connection
• Switch off all electrical con- sequence, and reinstall cap 3
sumers on both vehicles on the positive terminal
Battery safety instructions
2
48

Always wear protective gog-
gles and protective gloves
when performing work asso-
ciated with the battery.

If anyone comes into contact
with battery acid or is
exposed to toxic fumes from
the battery, have them exam-

ined by a physician without
delay.
First aid prior to treatment by
a physician:
• Contact with skin: rinse with
plenty of clean water
Battery acid is highly caustic. • Acid swallowed: victim
Do not allow it to contact the must drink plenty of water
eyes, face, hands, clothing or or milk (into which a raw
paint work. egg should be stirred).
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF Do not cause the victim to
CHILDREN vomit.
Never create sparks or bring • Eyes attacked by battery
a naked flame or a glowing acid or fumes from battery:
cigarette near the battery. Rinse the eyes out several
Batteries generate explosive times with plenty of clean
gases. water. The eyelid should be
Charge batteries only in well- held open while doing so.
ventilated areas. Be sure to • Thoroughly rinse clothing
open the plugs of all the bat- wetted by battery acid
tery cells. immediately with water
Battery safety instructions
2
49

• Trickle-charge the battery
If the motorcycle is to be from time to time during the
stored for a lengthy storage period
period: – The battery can be recharged

• Check battery acid level with the BMW battery trickle
• Store the battery in a cool, dry charger OA.
room – Charge the battery prior to
lay-ups and before returning
to use – always comply with
the instructions for charging.
If the battery is not recharged at – In case of doubt ask a spe-
regular intervals while out of use cialist, preferably an autho-
it will self-discharge until it is rized BMW motorcycle
completely flat, in which case retailer, to prepare the vehicle
the guarantee is voided. for storing and to carry out the
necessary battery mainte-
OA Optional accessory nance and storage
Removing battery
5 2 1
2
50
4 3

level and firm.
• Remove the seat
• Remove the side panel
Do not damage cables and (b 44-45)
hoses when removing. • Disconnect battery breather
Before disconnecting the bat- hose 4
tery, switch off the ignition. • Disconnect negative battery
To avoid short-circuits: lead 3 and swing it away from
• Disconnect negative battery the negative post of the bat-

lead (—) 3 first, tery or insulate it
• then positive battery lead • Push aside protective cap 1
(+) 2. for the positive terminal of the
battery
• Disconnect positive battery
lead 2
Do not, under any circumstanc- • Release battery retaining
es, set the battery on the motor- strap 5
cycle. • Take out the battery
Installing battery
2
51
4

Before connecting the bat-
tery, make sure the ignition is
switched off. Make sure that breather hose 4
To avoid short-circuits: for the battery is routed free of
• Connect positive battery kinks and is not clogged.
lead (+) 2 first
• Seat protective cap 1 on the • Grease the battery posts
battery positive terminal • Installation is the reverse of
– Never install the battery the removal procedure
without the protective cap • Install the side panel
• Connect negative battery (b 44-45)
lead (—) 3 • Install the seat
Battery
MAX
2
52
MIN
• Check the acid level at the

MIN/MAX marks
MAX UPPER mark
MIN LOWER mark

• Top up with distilled water
only as far as the MAX
(UPPER) mark
Checking battery
acid level
– Check the level of acid in the
battery every three months or Do not set the battery on the
more frequently if ambient motorcycle when you are top-
temperatures are high ping up the acid level. Use only
• Remove the side panel distilled water: do not top up
(b 44-45) with battery acid.
Changing air filter
3 4
2
53

3
2
1
5
• Place the motorcycle on its • Pull air filter element 5 out of

main stand [Dakar: side stand] the air filter housing
– Make sure the ground is • Place the new filter element in
level and firm. position inside the air filter
• Remove the seat housing

• Remove the right side panel • From this point on, installation
(b 44-45) is the reverse of the removal
• Remove two securing procedure
screws 1
• Pull bow 2 of the connecting
flange off intake stub 3
• Pull intake stub 3 out of the When installing intake stub 3,
connecting flange and front begin by slipping the projection
holder 4 into front holder 4.
Spark plugs
2
54

When the engine is running or
the ignition is switched on, do
not touch electrically live
components, terminals or
wiring.
– Risk of fatal accident
• Work on the electrical sys-
tem only when the circuit
has been interrupted (igni-
Your motorcycle is equipped tion and lights switched off).
with a digital electronic engine For greater safety, discon-
management system and a nect and insulate the nega-
high-power ignition system. tive battery lead.
Spark plugs
1
2
55

2
Changing secondary
spark plug
• Turn direct ignition coil 1 as
far as it will go clockwise
(arrow)

The direct ignition coils have
different color codes: take care
not to mix them up. Direct igni-
• Pry direct ignition coil 1 up tion coil of the
and off, using 0.59 in (15 mm) primary spark plug: black
open-ended wrench (b 17) secondary spark plug: white
• Remove spark plug 2, using
X
spark plug socket wrench
(b 17) Tightening torques
• Installation is the reverse of Secondary
the removal procedure spark plug 2 ................. 20 Nm
Spark plugs
2 1
56
• Remove the direct ignition

coil of the secondary spark
Changing primary plug
spark plug • Turn direct ignition coil 1 as
far as it will go counter-clock-
wise (arrow)
• Pry direct ignition coil 1 up
In order to prevent foreign mat- and off, using 0.59 in (15 mm)
ter from entering the combus- open-ended wrench (b 17)
tion chamber, allow the sec- • Remove spark plug 2, using
ondary spark plug to remain in the spark plug socket wrench
the cylinder head. and extension (b 17)
The direct ignition coils have • Installation is the reverse of
different color codes: take care the removal procedure
not to mix them up. Direct igni-
X
tion coil of the
primary spark plug: black Tightening torques
secondary spark plug: white Primary spark plug 2 ... 20 Nm
Cleaning/care
2
57

Do not use aggressive or pene-
trating cleaning agents or sol-
vents, as they would cause
damage to rubber and plastic
parts.
Do not use a steam jet or high-
pressure cleaning equipment.

Correct and regular cleaning is
an important factor in maintain-
ing the value of your motorcy-
High water pressure can dam- cle.
age seals, the hydraulic brake It also ensures that safety-rele-
system or the complete electri- vant parts remain in full working
cal system. order.
Cleaning/care
2
58

• Thoroughly dry all wet sur-
Washing motorcycle faces
• Do not use solvents or clean-
ing products on the instru-
ment group, switches or
After cleaning and before windshield
starting a journey, always test • Do not scratch the wind-
the brakes. shield.
• Remove tar splashes only
• Place the motorcycle on its with an approved product –
main stand [Dakar: side stand] rinse thoroughly with water
– Make sure the ground is afterwards.
level and firm. • Clean dead flies and other
• Apply a mild cleaning agent to insects or similar dirt deposits
the wheels, engine block and off the fork stanchions.
swinging arm, in accordance • Treat painted and chrome-
with the manufacturer's plated surfaces regularly with
instructions the approved care products.
Cleaning/care
2
59
Removing road salt Maintenance and care

• Wash the motorcycle down
immediately with cold water at Cleaning windshield

the end of the journey. • Remove dirt and dead insects
with a soft sponge and plenty
of water
Do not use warm water – this

aggravates the effect of the salt.

Soften stubborn dirt or insects
• Thoroughly dry the motorcy- by soaking with a wet paper
cle. towel.
• Apply a wax-based corrosion
inhibiting product to chrome-
plated parts.
• After cleaning and drying the Do not use cleaning agents. Fuel
fairing and trim panels, apply or chemical solvents attack the
a recommended wax polish. windshield material.
Cleaning/care
2
60
Repairing damage to the

paint work
• Minor damage caused by
stones striking the painted

surface can be touched up
with a BMW touch-up pencil
of the correct color
Care of chain
• Regularly apply a spray lubri-
cant to the chain; spray lubri-

cants are available from your Comply with the manufacturer's
authorized BMW motorcycle working instructions and safety
retailer. precautions.
Care of muffler
• Changes in the appearance of
the exhaust system during The correct color is stated on a
operation or as a result of label under the seat.
environmental influences can It is advisable to have more ex-
be treated with a polish avail- tensive paint damage repaired
able from your authorized by your authorized BMW motor-
BMW motorcycle retailer. cycle retailer.
Storing
2
61

Storing

• Clean the motorcycle (b 58)
• Remove the battery (b 50)
comply with the maintenance
instructions (b 49).
• Spray the brake and clutch
lever pivots and the main and
side stand pivots with a suit- Before storing the motorcycle,
able lubricant it is advisable to have the en-
• Coat bright metal/chrome- gine oil changed by your autho-
plated parts with an acid-free rized BMW motorcycle retailer.
grease (e.g. Vaseline) Work needed in conjunction
• Place the motorcycle on its with storing or returning to use
center stand in a dry place can best be combined with the
• Support it under the engine Service or Inspection work per-
so that both wheels are clear formed when due by the autho-
of the ground. rized BMW motorcycle retailer.
Returning to use
2
62
Returning to use
• If necessary, remove protec-
tive wax coating
• Clean the motorcycle (b 58) • Check/correct tire pressures
• Install a charged battery (b Rider's Manual, Chapter 2)
(b 51) • Check brakes
• Coat the battery terminals (b Rider's Manual, Chapter 2)
with grease suitable for bat- • Run all safety checks
tery posts (b Rider's Manual, Chapter 2)
Engine
F 650 GS F 650 GS
[37 kW] [25 kW]
Type Liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-
stroke engine with 4 valves with
bucket tappets, 2 overhead cam- 3
shafts, dry-sump lubrication 63
Displacement 652 cc 652 cc
Technical data
Maximum rated output in accordance with DIN 70 020
37 kW 25 kW
50 hp 34 hp
at engine speed 6,500 rpm 5,500 rpm
Maximum torque 60 Nm 51 Nm
at engine speed 4,800 rpm 4,000 rpm
Allowable speeds
Maximum engine speed 7,400 rpm 7,400 rpm
Idle speed 1,500 rpm 1,500 rpm
Bore/stroke 3.94/3.27 in 3.94/3.27 in
(100/83 mm) (100/83 mm)
Compression ratio 11.5 : 1 11.5 : 1
F 650 GS
Fuel grade Regular unleaded fuel to DIN 51607
or equivalent standard, min. octane
number 91 (RON) or 81 (MON)
Tank capacity (usable) 4.57 gal (17.3 l),
including 1 gal (4 l) reserve
Fuel consumption
constant 90 km/h (55 mph) 73.5 mpg (3.2 l/100 km)
constant 120 km/h (75 mph) 54.7 mpg (4.3 l/100 km)
Power train
F 650 GS
Clutch Multi-plate clutch running in oil bath
Primary transmission 37/72 = 1:1.946
3 Transmission 5-speed, with claw-action shift,
integrated into engine block
64
Gear ratios 1st gear = 2.75
in the transmission 2nd gear = 1.75
Technical data
3rd gear = 1.31

4th gear = 1.05
5th gear = 0.88
Transmission from Secondary drive
transmission to rear with O-ring chain 5/8 x 1/4
wheel drive
Number of chain links 112
Rear wheel drive
Final drive ratio
(pinion/sprocket) 16/47 = 1:2.938
Frame and suspension
F 650 GS
Frame Bridge-type frame with bottom rail
Location
of type plate On top rail of main frame, right
3
Location
65
of vehicle identification On right of steering head
number (VIN)
Technical data
Front brake Hydraulically actuated single-disk
brake with 2-piston floating caliper
Rear brake Hydraulic disk brake with
1-piston floating caliper
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F 650 GS
Suspension
Front Telescopic fork with stabilizer
3 Total suspension travel 6.69 in (170 mm)
66 Dakar version 8.27 in (210 mm)
Fixed tube diameter 1.61 in (41 mm)
Technical data
Rear Central suspension strut pivoted to

lever system. Spring base point
and rebound-phase damping con-
tinuously adjustable.
Total suspension travel
(at wheel) 6.50 in (165 mm)
Dakar version 8.27 in (210 mm)
Swinging fork Box swinging fork on each side.
Swinging arm length 22.20 in (564 mm)
Steering lock angle 40°
Front wheel castor
in normal-load position
(with rider) 4.45 in (113 mm)

F 650 GS F 650 Dakar
Wheels and tires Spoked wheel
3
You can obtain detailed information 67
on approved tire sizes and makes
from your authorized BMW motor-
Technical data
cycle retailer or by visiting
www.bmw-motorrad.com on the
Internet
Front wheel
Size and designation 2.50“ x 19“ MT 1.6" x 21"
Tire size and designation 100/90-19 90/90-21
Rear wheel
Size and designation 3.00“ x 17“ MT
Tire size and designation 130/80 R 17 130/80-17
Tire pressures (tires cold)
One-up Front 27.56 psi (1.9 bar)
Rear 30.46 psi (2.1 bar)
Fully loaded Front 30.46 psi (2.1 bar)
Rear 33.36 psi (2.3 bar)

Recommended minimum tire tread depth
Front wheel 0.08 in (2 mm)
Rear wheel 0.12 in (3 mm)
Comply with local legal requirements concerning minimum

tread depth.
Fuel and lubricants
F 650 GS
Engine oil
Brand-name HD oil of API classification SF, SG or SH;
3 CD or CE amendments are permissible; or brand-name HD
oil of CCMC classification G4 or G5;
68
amendment PD2 is permissible.
SAE 20
Technical data
SAE 30
SAE 40
–30 –20 –10 0 10 20 30
°C
–20 0 20 40 60 80
°F
SAE 15 W-50
SAE 15 W-40
SAE 10 W-40
SAE 10 W-30
SAE 10 W-X Special Oils (X≥40)
SAE 5 W-X Special Oils (X≥40)
The viscosity class depends on outside temperatures.

Temperatures above or below the limits quoted for the individ-
ual SAE classifications are allowable for brief periods only.
All engine oils supplied by BMW are subject to regular BMW
quality assurance checks.
BMW does not approve the use of any upper-cylinder lubricants
or similar oil additives.
Engine capacities

With filter change 2.3 l
Maximum oil 2,352 US miles/gal
consumption (1 l/1000 km)
Do not use synthetic oils.

Fuel and lubricants
F 650 GS
Telescopic fork oil
Approved grades BMW telescopic fork oil
Refill after disassembly 0.64 US quarts (0.61 l)
3
Dakar version 0.59 US quarts (0.56 l)
69
Oil change 0.63 US quarts (0.60 l)
Dakar version 0.58 US quarts (0.55 l)
Technical data
Battery terminal Acid-free grease,
corrosion protection e.g. Vaseline
Bearing lubrication and Brand-name anti-friction bearing
lubricating points grease, usable temperature range
-22 °F ... +284 °F
(-30 °C...+140 °C),
drip point 302 °F ... 446 °F
(150 °C...230 °C),
high corrosion protection,
good resistance to water and oxi-
dation; e.g. Staburags
NBU 30 PTM
Fuel and lubricants

F 650 GS
Brake fluid DOT 4
We recommend BMW brake fluids
3
70 Use only new brake fluid to DOT 4

specification.
Technical data
Coolant Brand-name long-life antifreeze

and corrosion inhibitor
Use only nitrite-free antifreeze and

corrosion inhibitor.
Capacity 1.37 US quarts (1.3 l)
(0.1 US quart/
0.1 l in expansion tank)
Electrical system
F 650 GS
Spark plugs
Approved makes/types
NGK DR8 EB
3
Electrode gap 0.02 - 0.03 in
71
(0.6 - 0.7 mm)
Wear limit 0.0354 in
Technical data
(0.9 mm)
Fuses “Minifuse”
flat-socket fuses
Ratings 4 A, 7.5 A, 10 A and 15 A
Headlights Halogen headlight
Bulbs
High-beam/low-beam H4 halogen bulb, 12 V, 60/55 W
headlight
Parking light 12 V 5 W
Rear light
Brake/tail light 12 V 21/5 W
Turn indicators 12 V 10 W
Other warning/indicator lights
and instrument lighting 12 V 1.2 W
Dimensions and weights
F 650 GS
Overall length 86.02 in (2,185 mm)
Dakar version 86.18 in (2,189 mm)
3 Width
across mirrors 35.82 in (910 mm)
72
acr. handlebars (with 31.69 in (805 mm)
weights)
Technical data

across front footrests 22.36 in (568 mm)
across rear footrests 26.14 in (664 mm)
Overall height
(without mirr.,
at wet weight) 51.96 in (1,320 mm)
Dakar version 54.92 in (1,395 mm)
Seat height, wet weight 30.71 in (780 mm)
Lowered suspension 29.53 in (750 mm)
Wheelbase
in normal-load position 59.06 in (1,500 mm)
Ground clearance
at wet weight 5.75 in (146 mm)
in normal-load position 5.12 in (130 mm)
Dimensions and weights
F 650 GS
Wet weight
(ready to ride, tank full) 428 lbs (194 kg)
Maximum allowable 3
weight 838 lbs (380 kg) 73
Allowable wheel loads
Technical data
Front 273 lbs (124 kg)
Rear 564 lbs (256 kg)
Performance data
F 650 GS F 650 GS
[37 kW] [25 kW]
Maximum speed
3 acc. to type approval test 105 mph

(170 km/h)
90 mph
(145 km/h)
74
two-up 100 mph 84 mph
(162 km/h) (135 km/h)
Technical data
Power/weight ratio
ready for road + rider 15.96 lbs/kW 23.63 lbs/kW
(75 kg/165 lbs) (7.24 kg/kW) (10.72 kg/kW)
at gross weight limit 22.64 lbs/kW 33.51 lbs/kW
(10.27 kg/kW) (15.20 kg/kW)
Flexibility
4th gear 80-120 km/h
(50-75 mph) 5.4 s 7.9 s
5th gear 80 -120 km/h
(50 -75 mph) 6.9 s 10.2 s
4th gear 60-140 km/h
(37-87 mph) 12.6 s –
5th gear 60 -140 km/h
(37 - 87 mph) 16.6 s –
Ride-past noise level
to 97/24-9/EC 79 dB (A) 79 dB (A)
Stationary noise level
to 97/24-9/EC 86 dB (A) 86 dB (A)
A-C
A parking light, 40
Accessories, genuine BMW rear light/brake light, 39
parts, 16 turn indicators, 38
Air filter, 53 Technical data, 71
Allowable gross weight, 73
Annual Inspection C
i
Confirmation of Capacity, engine, 68 75
maintenance, 8, 9, 10 Castor, 66
Annual Inspection, notes, 3 Chain, 31
Index
Adjusting, 31
B Checking, 30
Battery Cleaning/care
Maintenance instructions, 52 General instructions, 57, 59
Preparation for prolonged lay- Paint damage, 60
up, 49 Removing road salt, 59
Safety instructions, 48 Washing, 58
Battery acid, 49 Windshield, 59
Battery adapter point, 46 Clutch technical data, 64
Battery trickle charger, 49 Compression ratio, 63
Bearing lubrication, 69 Confirmation of maintenance
Bore/stroke, 63 Annual Inspection, 8, 9, 10
Brake fluid, 70 Inspection, 4, 5, 6
Brake light bulb Service, 4, 5, 6
Changing, 39 Confirmation of odometer
Brakes change, 13
Minimum pad Confirmation of service
thickness, 33, 34 work, 11, 12
Technical data, 65 Consumption, 63
Bulbs Coolant, 70
Changing Antifreeze, 35
high-beam/low-beam Mixture ratio, 35
headlight, 41
license plate light, 39
D-P
D G
Dimensions and weights, 72, 73 Gear ratios, 64
Displacement, 63 General instructions, 14, 15
Drive chain Ground clearance, 72
i Check, 31
H
76 E Headlights, 71
Elasticity, 74
Engine oil I
Index
Capacity, 68 Idle speed, 63

Consumption, 68 Inspection
Technical data, 68 Notes, 3
Viscosity, 68
Engine speed limit, 63 J
Engine, type, 63 Jump starting, 46, 47
F L
Frame, 65 Lights, technical data, 71
Front brake Low-beam/high-beam headlight
Checking pads, 33 bulb
Technical data, 65 Changing, 41
Front wheel
Installing, 23, 24 M
Removing, 20, 21 Maximum speed, 63, 74
Technical data, 67
Front-wheel stand, 20 O
Fuel Odometer change,
Consumption, 63 confirmation, 13
Grade, 63 Oil capacity, engine, 68
Fuel tank capacity, 63
Fuses P
Equipment connected to, 43 Parking light bulb
Ratings, 71 Changing, 40, 41
Replacing, 42 Performance data, 74
Plastics, cleaning, 57
P-Z
Power output, 63 T
Power/weight ratio, 74 Technical modifications, 15
Pre-delivery check, 4 Telescopic forks, 69
Primary drive ratio, 64 Tires, 67
R
Approved sizes, 67
Technical data, 67
i
Rear brake Tire pressures, 67 77
Checking pads, 34 Tread depth, 67
Technical data, 65 Toolkit, 17
Index
Rear wheel Torque, 63
Installing, 27, 28, 29 Touching up minor damage, 60
Removing, 25, 26 Transmission
Technical data, 67 Ratios, 64
Rear wheel drive, technical Technical data, 64
data, 64 Tread depth, 67
Ride-past noise level, 74 Type plate, 65
S V
Safety information, 2 VIN, 65
Safety instructions, 14, 37, 54
Explanation, 82 W
Salt damage, 59 Weights and dimensions, 72, 73
Seat height, 72 Wet weight, 73
Service, notes, 3 Wheel loads, 73
Spark plug, 54 Wheel suspension, technical
Primary spark plug, 56 data, 66
Secondary spark plug, 55 Wheelbase, 72
Spark plugs, technical data, 71 Wheels, technical data, 67
Stationary noise level, 74 Windshield, cleaning, 59
Steam-jet/high-pressure cleaning
equipment, 57
Steering lock angle, 66
i
78
i
79
Motorcycle data
Model
i
80
Frame no.
Color no.
First registered on
Registration no.
Retailer data
Person to contact for Service work
Ms./Mr.
Tel. no.
Retailer’s address with telephone no. (company stamp)

Maintenance Instructions (US Model)

F 650 GS
F 650 GS Dakar
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
Please note

This symbol indicates pre-
cautions and measures which
are essential in protecting the
rider or other persons from
severe or fatal injury.

Specific instructions and safety
precautions intended to pre-
vent damage to the motorcycle.
Disregarding them may render
the warranty invalid.

Specific instructions on how to
operate, control, adjust or look
after items of equipment on the
motorcycle.
Details described or illustrated

in this booklet may differ from The right to modify designs,
the motorcycle’s actual specifi- equipment and accessories is
cation as purchased, the reserved.
accessories fitted or the Errors and omissions excepted.
national-market specification. © 2003 BMW Motorrad
No claims will be entertained as Not to be reproduced either
a result of such discrepancies. wholly or in part without written
Dimensions, weights, fuel con- permission from
sumption and performance BMW Motorrad,
data are quoted to the custom- After Sales.
ary tolerances. Printed in Germany
BMW recommends Castrol
BMW Motorrad
Printed information
Order No.:
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10.2003
1st edition US / RF The Ultimate
Driving Machine
Details described or illustrated

in this booklet may differ from The right to modify designs,
the motorcycle’s actual specifi- equipment and accessories is
cation as purchased, the reserved.
accessories fitted or the Errors and omissions excepted.
national-market specification. © 2003 BMW Motorrad
No claims will be entertained as Not to be reproduced either
a result of such discrepancies. wholly or in part without written
Dimensions, weights, fuel con- permission from
sumption and performance BMW Motorrad,
data are quoted to the custom- After Sales.
ary tolerances. Printed in Germany
BMW recommends Castrol
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Printed information
Order No.:
01 47 7 685 947
10.2003
1st edition US / RF The Ultimate
Driving Machine

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Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed:

Coolant changed: Coolant changed:

Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature

1 manufacturer’s instructions manufacturer’s instructions

10 Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed:

Coolant changed: Coolant changed:

Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature

Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed:

Coolant changed: Coolant changed:

Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature

Record of all work performed in workshop

The list is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and

Record of all work performed in workshop

The list is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and

Odometer replaced Odometer replaced

Odometer reading is not total Odometer reading is not total