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Repair Manual F 650 GS BMW AG Motorcycle Division After Sales...
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A new issue of this repair manual will be published if amendments or additions (supplements) are needed. All information in both text and illustrations refers to motorcycles in standard condition or with genuine BMW accessories installed, and not to motorcycles which have been modified in any way to depart from the manufacturer’s specification.
Usage Each chapter starts with the list of contents. The list of contents is followed by the Technical Data table. Chapter 00 “Maintenance and general instructions” details the handover checklist and lists all tightening torques and operating fluids. Key to symbols In this Workshop Manual for the F 650 GS model, the following symbols are used;...
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Licence plate no. Order No. Mechanic’s signature Read the fault code memory with the BMW MoDiTeC Change the engine oil while at regular operating temperature; replace the oil filter element if motorcycle is used only for short journeys or at outside temperatures below 0°C (32°F): every...
Check that the delivery is complete: – Toolkit – Documentation – Motorcycle keys – Optional extras Read the fault code memory with the BMW MoDiTeC Check tyre pressures Fill fuel tank Final inspection as functional check: – Oil inspection – Engine idle speed –...
BMW AG Motorcycle Division Service data F 650 GS Item Rated value Unit of measurement/ specification Oil capacities Engine (with filter) 2.3 (4.05/2.43) Litres (Imp. pints/US quarts) Specification: see current Service Information Telescopic fork – for each post 0.60 (1.06/0.63) Litres (Imp.
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F 650 GS Instructions for pre-delivery check BMW AG Sparte Motorrad After Sales UX-VS-2 Hufelandstr. 6 D-80937 München Edition: 11/99...
Removing right and centre covers ..................5 Filling and charging the battery ....................6 Checking that delivery is complete ..................7 Reading the fault code memory with the BMW MoDiTeC ........7 Checking tyre pressures ......................7 Adding fuel to tank ........................7 Final inspection and function check .................7...
E000250 General view of crated motorcycle • Notify the supplier (e.g. freight company) without delay. Checking the shipping crate for Unpacking the motorcycle damage • • When the motorcycle arrives, check the crate im- Lever off the cover. • mediately for damage and if necessary examine Take out the separate pack of items.
Inspecting motorcycle for damage • Check for defects. • Use the “express handling service” to notify BMW AG Sparte Motorrad, UX-VS-1 Fax: 00 49 89 382-33220 • Rectify the fault. • If parts are needed, order them by using the electronic parts list.
E000280 Filling and charging the battery Removing right and centre covers Note: Do not remove the windscreen after the side panels have been removed, as otherwise the headlight beam setting will have to be checked. • Remove the lid of the stowage compartment. •...
E000290 Filling and charging the battery Caution: Warning: Connect the positive battery terminal first, then the Battery acid is highly caustic. negative terminal. Protect your eyes, face, hands, clothing and the • paintwork. Apply acid-proof grease to the battery terminal posts.
7.5A, 15A, 20A • Documentation • Motorcycle keys, 3 Reading the fault code memory with the BMW MoDiTeC E000300 • Oil check: if oil is not visible in the sight glass, check whether the oil tank (2) contains oil. •...
Final cleaning Handing over the motorcycle • Clean the motorcycle. This is the ideal opportunity to familiarise the cus- tomer with the motorcycle in order to ensure the customer’s satisfaction and safety. Note: • Do not use a steam or high-pressure water jet. The The following points must be demonstrated and high steam or water pressure could damage seals, explained to the customer:...
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Contents << Back Group / Chapter 00 Maintenance and general instructions ..........00.1 11 Motor ....................... 11.1 12 Engine electrics ..................12.1 13 Fuel preparation and control ..............13.1 16 Fuel tank and lines................. 16.1 17 Radiator ....................17.1 18 Exhaust system ..................18.1 21 Clutch......................
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00 Maintenance and general instructions Contents Page Table of operating fluids ......................5 Tightening torques ........................6 Key to maintenance intervals ....................15 Reading the fault code memory with the MoDiTeC ..........16 (Inspections I, II, III and IV) .........................16 Changing the engine oil and oil filter element ............16 (Inspections I, II, III and IV) .........................16 Preparatory work...
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Contents Page Adjusting valve clearances .......................22 Installing cylinder head cover ......................23 Installing fan shroud ..........................23 Installing intake air silencer ........................23 Installing the intake air duct .......................23 Replacing spark plugs ......................24 (Inspection III) ............................24 Emptying drain hose from intake air silencer .............24 (Inspections II and III) .........................24 Replacing air cleaner element...
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Contents Page Replacing primary sealing boot, front brake master cylinder ......31 (Inspection III, every 40,000 km/24,000 miles for motorcycles with ABS) ..........31 Replacing primary sealing boot, rear brake master cylinder ......32 (Inspection III, every 40,000 km/24,000 miles for motorcycles with ABS) ..........32 Inspecting front and rear wheel bearings, replacing if necessary ....33 (Inspection III) ............................33...
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Model F 650 GS Connection Cylinder head Collar nuts for cylinder head Collar screws for cylinder head Machine screws (chaincase) Camshaft mount Chain sprockets to camshafts 60 threads oiled Chain guide to camshaft mount 10 (clean thread + Loctite 243) Cylinder head cover Machine screw (hole for locating pin) Cylinder head to frame...
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Model F 650 GS Connection 13 Fuel preparation and control Air intake connection to cylinder head Fuel filter to frame Injector holder to throttle valve Connecting flange, air filter box to battery carrier Intake air silencer to retainer Oil tank to intake air silencer Throttle-valve potentiometer to throttle flap stub Throttle lifter to throttle flap stub 5 (clean thread + Loctite 243)
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Model F 650 GS Connection 18 Exhaust system Oxygen sensor to exhaust Exhaust manifold to cylinder head Silencer to exhaust manifold (Torca clamp) Silencer to rear frame Guard to silencer 21 Clutch Driver 140 (clean thread + Loctite 243) Pressure plate Engine block cover, left 23 Transmission Selector lever to selector shaft...
Model F 650 GS Connection 31 Front forks Fork stabiliser to fork leg Clamp screws for fork bridges, top/bottom Plate for bottom fork bridge to fork bridge Oil drain plug Damper retaining screw Knurled nut/bearing preload Locknut at upper fork bridge 32 Steering Handlebar to fork bridge Handlebar weight to handlebar...
Model F 650 GS Connection 34 Brakes Bleed screw in front/rear brake calliper Brake calliper to fork slider tube Brake disc and sensor ring to front wheel 9 (clean thread + Loctite 243) Brake disc to rear wheel 9 (clean thread + Loctite 243) Brake fluid reservoir for rear brake to rear frame Brake pedal to frame Brake lines/hoses...
Model F 650 GS Connection 46 Frame Body Fairing sections/covers Fairing support bracket to frame Grip to rear frame End trimmer to rear frame Tail to rear frame Seat lock to rear frame Number-plate carrier to rear section of rear mudguard 3 Mudguards/wheel guards Front mudguard, rear section to front section Front mudguard to fork bridge...
Model F 650 GS Connection 51 Equipment Ignition/steering lock to fork bridge 61 General electrical equipment ABS sensor cable to sliding tube ABS sensor to brake calliper mount, rear Clutch switch to handlebar fitting Brake light switch to handlebar fitting Brake light switch, footbrake, to frame Wiring harness with electronic equipment box to frame 7 Lid of electronic equipment box to frame...
BMW Running-in Check after the first 1,000 km — BMW Service at 10,000 km (6,000 miles)...II (600 miles). — BMW Inspection at 20,000 km (12,000 miles) .. III — BMW Annual Service........IV BMW Service After the first 10,000 km/6,000 miles and each ad- ditional 20,000 km/12,000 miles (at 18,000 miles ...
Reading the fault code Changing the engine oil and 00 13 624 00 11 215 memory with the MoDiTeC oil filter element (Inspections I, II, III and IV) (Inspections I, II, III and IV) Note: If an engine failure occurs, the oil tank and feed line must be cleaned with the material used for this pur- pose in the workshop, and then blown through with compressed air.
• Remove the cable for the neutral indicating switch from its guide. • Engage the oil drain guide, BMW No. 11 7 511, on the pins (arrows) on the engine block. • Position a drip tray beneath the engine. •...
Checking coolant, topping up if nec- essary Note: Mix the coolant in a mix ratio of 50 % antifreeze, (Inspections I, II and III) 50 % water. • Check coolant level in the expansion tank, top up Note: coolant if necessary. Check coolant level only when the engine is cold.
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E170030 E170090 • • Disconnect the coolant hose (arrow) at the frame Slacken bleed screw (2) in cylinder head. • on the left and drain the radiator. Connect a hose to the bleed screw. • Fill the radiator until coolant escapes at the bleed screw;...
Install the sealing caps. Oil content of each fixed fork tube ....0.60 l (1.06 Imp. pints/0.62 US quarts) Operating fluids: Telescopic fork....BMW telescopic fork oil E310010 Tightening torques: • Pull the fork legs up and tighten the clamp Oil drain plug..........
Remove spark plug. • • Pull the intake air silencer with intake air pipe and Use pliers, BMW No. 17 5 500, to release hose battery carrier to the rear to remove. clip (5) and disconnect cylinder-head breather • Cover/seal the throttle flap stub.
00 11 602 11 7 503 E000040 11 7 502 • Secure thruster, BMW No. 11 7 503, on the shaft by tightening the screw (arrow). 11 7 501 • Position thruster, BMW No. 11 7 503, on the edge of the bucket tappet.
• Before installing new shim, check thickness with Installing the intake air duct a micrometer. • Position the shim in the bucket tappet. • Carefully release the clamp on the shaft, then re- move the shaft and the hold-down assembly. Caution: Check that the shim is correctly seated in the bucket tappet.
Note the installed positions of fuel feed line (7) and fuel return line (3). • Close hose clamps with pliers, BMW No. 13 1 500. Tightening torques: Fuel filter to frame .......... 9 Nm Oil tank to intake air silencer ......9 Nm Air filter box to frame ........
Strike the spokes and listen for differences in the pitch of the sound. • If spokes are loose, tighten them with spoke nip- ple wrench, BMW No. 36 3 800. Vertical runout......max. 2 mm (0.08 in) Lateral runout......max. 2 mm (0.08 in) E000240 •...
Checking brake pads and discs for Replacing brake pads wear, replacing if necessary (Inspections II and III) Caution: Do not operate the brake when dismantled. Checking brake pads for wear Do not permit the brake pads to wear past the spec- ified minimum thickness.
Checking the brake fluid level and 00 34 633 Brake pads, rear brake • Press the brake calliper against the brake disc in topping up if necessary order to force the pistons back. (Inspection II) Note: The volume of the brake fluid (MIN/MAX) is sufficient for lining thicknesses from new to the wear limit.
Brake fluid level (rear brake) Checking operation of brake system and freedom from leaks, repairing/ replacing if necessary Checking brake fluid level (rear brake) (Inspection III) • Check all brake lines for damage and correct routing. • Wipe down all threaded unions on the brake lines and check them.
Changing brake fluid 00 34 606 Brake fluid grade .........DOT 4 (Inspection IV) Tightening torques: Caution: Bleed screw ........... 7 Nm Refer to notes on the hazards involved in handling brake fluid. Changing brake fluid (rear brake) Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with painted parts of the motorcycle, because brake fluid destroys paint.
Replacing primary sealing boot, front brake master cylinder (Inspection III, every 40,000 km/24,000 miles for motorcycles with ABS) – Place the motorcycle on its main (centre) stand. Caution: Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with painted parts of the motorcycle, because brake fluid destroys paint.
Replacing primary sealing boot, rear brake master cylinder (Inspection III, every 40,000 km/24,000 miles for motorcycles with ABS) – Place the motorcycle on its main (centre) stand. Caution: Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with painted parts of the motorcycle, because brake fluid destroys paint.
Inspecting front and rear wheel Checking chain tension, 27 71 005 bearings, replacing if necessary adjusting if necessary (Inspections I, II, III and IV) (Inspection III) Checking chain tension 27 71 005 Note: – Place the unloaded motorcycle on its main (cen- Check play when bearings are cold.
Cleaning and greasing the Checking and adjusting 61 21 520 32 00 454 battery terminals, if necessary steering head bearing play, replacing if necessary (Inspections III and IV) (Inspections II and III) Note: Disconnecting the battery clears all entries (such as Checking steering head bearing play errors, adaptations) from the BMS control unit mem- •...
E000220 • Slacken round nut (6) with pin-wrench adapter, BMW No. 31 6 521, then tighten to 25 Nm. • Turn forks back and forth twice from lock to lock, and leave the forks at the full left lock position.
Greasing the side and main stands and the brake pedal lever (Inspections II and III) Side stand E000230 Note: Use the punch marks (arrow) to align the handlebars as shown. E460010 Warning: Begin by tightening the front securing screws (as •...
Brake pedal Checking security of threaded fasteners (Inspections I, II, III and IV) • Check the security of the following threaded fas- teners: – Engine mounting bolts and nuts – Threaded t frame – Main and side stands – Exhaust mountings –...
Final inspection with road safety and functional check (Inspections I, II, III and IV) Road safety check • Check wheels and tyres. • Check tyre pressures and correct if necessary. Tyre tread depth (recommended minimum value) Warning: It must comply with legal regulations concerning minimum tyre tread depth.
Technical Data F 650 GS Engine, general Type Single-cylinder four-stroke, double overhead camshafts driven by roller chain, 4 valves operat- ed by bucket tappets, balancing shaft, liquid- cooled cylinder and cylinder head, integral water pump, 5-speed gearbox and dry sump lubrica- tion.
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Technical Data F 650 GS Crank gear Crankshaft - main bearing play On installation mm (in) 0.030...0.070 (0.0012...0.0028) Wear limit mm (in) 0.10 (0.004) Wear limit, main bearing bore diameter mm (in) 46.08 (1.814) Wear limit Main bearing journal diameter mm (in) 47.97 (1.888) Bearing play...
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Technical Data F 650 GS Valve seat angle Inlet ° Exhaust ° Included valve angle Inlet ° Exhaust ° Valve seat width Inlet mm (in) 1.05...1.35 (0.041...0.053) Wear limit mm (in) 1.60 (0.063) Exhaust mm (in) 1.25...1.55 (0.049...0.061) Wear limit mm (in) 2.2 (0.09) Valve guide...
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Technical Data F 650 GS Piston rings 1st groove Rectangular-section ring Ring thickness mm (in) 1.2 (0.05) Ring thickness wear limit mm (in) 1.15 (0.045) End gap mm (in) 0.2...0.4 (0.008...0.016) End-gap wear limit mm (in) 1.0 (0.04) Groove-height wear limit mm (in) 1.30 (0.051) Ring float...
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Technical Data F 650 GS Housing depth (primary) mm (in) 14 (0.6) Housing depth (secondary) mm (in) 19 (0.7) Wear limit, installed clearance (radial) mm (in) 0.25 (0.010) Wear limit, installed clearance (axial) mm (in) 0.25 (0.010) 11.9...
Removing and installing cyl- 11 12 116 inder head, engine installed Note: If an engine failure occurs, the oil tank and oil lines must be cleaned with the material used for this pur- pose in the workshop, and then blown through with compressed air.
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Remove fastener for oil lines (2) from the cylinder Turn crankshaft to top dead centre position with head. an Allen key. • User pliers, BMW No. 17 5 500, to open the clamp securing the breather hose at the valve cover. Note: •...
Raise the rear frame.............See Group 46 E110480 • Remove screws securing cylinder head to frame (arrow). • Use pin wrench, BMW No. 11 6 661, to slacken the locknut. E110470 • Disconnect the oil feed line (arrow) from the en- Note: gine.
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• When looping the timing chain over the camshaft sprockets, make sure that the sprockets are at the TDC position. • Before installing the cylinder head cover, remove all traces of the gasket and clean the sealing face with degreasing agent. Also clean the groove and the seating faces for the gasket.
E110520 • Oil the piston rings and press the sliding piston ring sleeve, BMW No. 11 6 510, over the piston rings from above so that the piston projects from E110500 the sliding sleeve by about 2 mm (0.08 in).
(arrow). • Continue lowering the engine; the engine tilts to- • Secure adapter, BMW No. 11 0 591, to the plate ward the rear. • for the engine lifter. Continue lowering the engine until the fastening •...
Lay the engine on its left side, as viewed in the forward direction of travel. • Secure engine adapter, BMW No. 11 0 640, to the right side of the engine without a spacer. • Position the assembly stand beside the lifting platform.
Remove the brake pedal. • Remove the gear shift pedal. Lowering the engine 11 00 050 • Secure adapter, BMW No. 11 0 591, to the plate for the engine lifter. • Place engine lifter, BMW No. 00 1 540, under engine. E110030 •...
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Tightening torques: Water pump drain screw ......10 Nm Intake air silencer to frame ......9 Nm Engine guard to frame........9 Nm Engine oil drain plug........40 Nm Rear quick-release axle......100 Nm Drive chain tensioning screws ...... 10 Nm Exhaust manifold to cylinder head....
Turn crankshaft to top dead centre position with an Allen key. • Remove screw (5) and lock the crankshaft with locating screw, BMW No. 11 6 570. Caution: If there is any mechanical damage, the oil tank and the oil lines must be cleaned.
Checking timing chain for wear • Remove front chain rail (1). • Release the coolant line hose clips with pliers, BMW No. 17 5 500. • Allow the timing chain to slide into its cavity. • Remove the starter motor.
BMW No. 00 1 900, to check the temperature. imum play at right angles to the camshaft axis. • Use drift, BMW No. 11 0 571, to drive out the Play: valve guide toward the combustion chamber. Max. play........0.4 mm (0.016 in) Intl.
F110151 • Heat the cylinder head to 100 °C (212 °F). • Using driving-in tool, BMW No. 11 0 571, drive F110160 valve guide (1) into the cylinder head until valve guide projection is as specified. • Check valve seat width “A” and contact pattern Projection: for wear.
E110120 For wear limits, see Technical Data. • • Install bottom valve spring retainer (1). Check grooves for valve collets. • Use a drift, BMW No. 11 6 650, to insert valve stem seal (2). 11.32...
......max. 0.050 mm (0.0019 in) • Remove the central plug and install handle, Assembling pistons 11 25 671 BMW No. 12 5 500. Note: The “Top” must face towards the piston crown. Install the piston rings with their gaps offset by 120 °.
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Heat hub to 80 °C (176 °F). Note: Use temperature measuring device, BMW No. 00 1 900, to check the temperature. • Using puller, BMW No. 12 5 510, pull off magnet rotor. Removing countershaft for 11 26 500 starter E110220 •...
Turn engine round in assembly fixture. • Remove left retaining for engine housing cover • and remove cover. Using locating ring, BMW No. 21 4 600, prevent clutch cage (4) and driver (3) from moving and Removing pressure plate unscrew hex nut. •...
Removing double drive gear E110320 • Swivel assembly fixture so that clutch side is up- E110290 permost. • Remove knurled nuts (4). Note: Retaining screw (arrow) must be installed. Caution: Do not tilt engine housing: this can cause damage • Remove hex nut (1).
Press off compensating gear with pressure pad, BMW No. 11 6 502, and pressure pad, BMW No. 11 0 561. BMW No. 11 6 503, to pull off the crankshaft • Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- gear.
Using bearing puller plate, BMW No. 11 6 561, 11 6 561 spindle, BMW No. 11 6 562, and spreader 11 6 564 sleeve, BMW No. 11 6 565, pull off the ball bear- ing. • Heat the right of the engine block to 80 - 100 °C (176 - 212 °F).
Using bearing puller plate, BMW No. 11 6 561, spindle, BMW No. 11 6 562, and spreader 00 5 500 sleeve, BMW No. 11 6 563, pull off the ball bear- ing. • Heat the right of the engine block to 80 - 100 °C (176 - 212 °F).
The bearing bushing must not project beyond the oil pockets. The end gap of the bearing bushing must always face the balancing shaft. • Coat bearing bushings with Optimoly TA and drive in with drift, BMW No. 11 0 551, working from the inside. 11.44...
• Secure right side of engine housing in engine bracket with magnet side facing downwards. F111041 • Using depth gauge, BMW No. 00 2 550, meas- ure distance from crankshaft web to housing joint line = dimension “B”. E110330 •...
• Lock the crankshaft in the TDC position with lo- • Fit left engine housing and screw down. cating screw, BMW No. 11 6 570. Note: Note the two fasteners in the oil filter housing. • Cut off protruding gasket.
Insert driver (7) and coat internal splines with Optimoly MP 3. • • Fit locking washer (8); it must engage securely. Insert locating ring, BMW No. 21 4 600. • • Clean threads of compensating shaft and hexa- Tighten hex nut and bend wings of locking gon nut (9), coat threads with Loctite 243 and in- washer (8).
Always replace selector shaft seal in clutch cover. • Install selector shaft sealing ring in clutch cover with sliding sleeve, BMW No. 21 4 620, and drift, BMW No. 21 4 630. Tightening torque: Pressure plate to driver ........ 10 Nm Engine cover, left .........
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3 Bond 1209 and install in cover of engine block. • Fit gasket. • Screw assembly handle, BMW No. 12 5 500, into the central hole in the right engine cover. • Fit right engine housing cover and bolt together.
Press the piston pin in with drift, 11 6 581 BMW No. 11 6 581. E110390 • Position sleeve, BMW No. 11 6 583, with instal- lation arbor, BMW No. 11 6 581, against piston. Caution: Support side of piston. •...
E110400 • Oil the piston rings and press the sliding piston ring sleeve, BMW No. 11 6 510, over the piston rings from above so that the piston projects from the sliding sleeve by about 2 mm (0.08 in). •...
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E110151 • Initially tighten the collar nuts of the cylinder head to 20 Nm (1-4) and then tighten to 60 Nm (5-8). Tightening torques: • Tighten the fasteners of the cylinder head to cyl- Machine screws (chaincase) ......10 Nm inder in the sequence as shown (9-14) to speci- Collar screws for cylinder head ....
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E110420 Installing camshaft and adjust- 11 31 529 ing valves • Oil outside of bucket tappets and reinstall on original valves. • Measure thickness of shims with micrometer and note down dimension. • Place lower part of camshaft carrier (1) on cylin- der head.
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• Connect the oil lines to the cylinder head. • Take out locating pin, BMW No. 11 6 570, and insert screw plug with sealing ring. • Install the spark plug.
Installing engine 11 00 050 Bleeding engine oil circuit • Remove oil filter. • Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure: pay particular attention to the following. • Working from the right, manoeuvre the engine on the lifter into position below the motorcycle. •...
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12 Engine electrics Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Ignition magneto ...........................5 Ignition magneto, components .....................6 Removing ignition magnet .......................7 Removing right engine housing cover ...................7 Removing/installing ignition trigger ..................8 Removing/installing stator ......................8 Installing magnetic ignition trigger ..................8 Installing magnet wheel ........................8 Removing/installing or dismantling starter motor .............9...
Technical Data F 650 GS Ignition system Type Fully transistorised ignition integrated in BMS. -300 Inductive sensor Ignition Ignition system BMS (mapped characteristic control) Speed governing rpm 7500 Ignition coil Primary coil 500 ±50 Starter motor Type Permanent magnet motor with wedge-block free- wheel, driving crankshaft via countershaft.
Heat hub to 80 °C (176 °F). Note: Use temperature measuring device, BMW No. 00 1 900, to check the temperature. • Using puller, BMW No. 12 5 510, pull off magnet rotor. E110180 • Remove central plug and install handle, BMW No.
Removing/installing ignition • 12 11 060 Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure: pay particular attention to the following. trigger • Coat the rubber grommet of the stator with 3 Bond 1209 before inserting it into the cover. •...
Removing/installing or • Fit gasket. 12 41 020 • Screw assembly handle, BMW No. 12 5 500, dismantling starter motor into the central hole in the right engine cover. • Fit right engine housing cover and bolt together. Removing/installing starter 12 41 020 •...
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Remove front cover (5). E120070 • Remove armature (3) from housing (1). • Using puller, BMW No. 00 8 400, pull the ball bearing (4) off the armature shaft. Note: Note: Make sure that the mark on the housing (arrow) is The insulation should be 0.5 mm (0.02 in) deeper...
Replacing spark plug • 12 12 011 Disengage the clamp securing the breather hose and disconnect the hose from the intake air si- lencer. • See Group 00 Press the oil tank slightly to the left and carefully disconnect the intake air silencer from the throt- Replacing ignition lead 12 12 085 tle flap stub.
13 Fuel preparation and control Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Removing and installing BMS control unit ..............5 Removing and installing intake air pipe ................5 Removing/installing air temperature sensor ...............5 Replacing air filter element ....................6 See Group 00 ............................6 Removing and installing intake air silencer ..............6 Removing and installing intake air pipe ................6...
Removing and installing • 13 61 010 Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure: pay particular attention to the following. BMS control unit – Remove seat. • Unhook the retaining strap and remove the con- trol unit. • Pull the red locking grip forward and at the same time pull the connector up and off the control unit.
Replacing air filter element 00 13 630 See Group 00 Removing and installing 13 72 130 intake air silencer – Remove left, right and centre covers. – Remove the intake air pipe. • Disengage the rubber strap holding the battery. E130090 •...
Disconnect the plug of fuel injector (1). – Remove intake air silencer. • Use a hose clamp, BMW No. 13 3 010, to close off fuel line (3). • Slacken the hose clip securing the fuel line and disconnect the line from the throttle flap stub.
Disconnect the plugs for fuel injector (2), throttle- dure. valve potentiometer (4) and throttle-valve actuator (3). • Use a hose clamp, BMW No. 13 3 010, to close Note: off fuel line (5). • It is not necessary to adjust the throttle-valve poten- Slacken the hose clip securing the fuel line and tiometer after installation (self-teaching system).
Connecting flange .......... 5 Nm • Fasteners, cover/ Connect a test pressure gauge, trim panel for turn indicator ......3 Nm BMW No. 16 1 500, between fuel feed line and tank outlet. • Start engine and allow to idle. Fuel pressure: Specification ....
Remove left, right and centre covers. • Comply with safety precautions when handling or Use a hose clamp, BMW No. 13 3 010, to close working with fuel; note that the fuel lines are pressu- off the fuel feed line.
16 Fuel tank and lines Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Removing and installing fuel tank ..................5 Removing fuel tank .........................5 Installing fuel tank ...........................7 Removing and installing fuel filler cap ................7 Removing and installing roll-over valve ................8 Replacing fuel filter ........................8 See Group 00 ............................8 Removing and installing fuel pump...
Technical Data F 650 GS Fuel tank Type Plastic tank with cover Tank capacity l (Imp.gal/ 17.3 (3.8/4.6) US gal) (including 4 l (0.88/1.06) reserve) Type of fuel Super (premium), unleaded. 95 octane (RON) Fuel pump Type Peripheral-gear pump Operating voltage V 7 - 15 Fuel pressure bar (psi) 3.5 (49.8)
E160020 • Close off fuel supply line (1) and the fuel return line (2) with hose clips, BMW No. 13 3 010. • Open the hose clips (arrows) and disconnect the fuel lines from the fuel-pump unit. •...
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E160010 • • Remove lower fasteners (1) securing rear frame Remove upper fasteners (2) securing the rear to main frame. frame to the main frame and carefully remove the rear frame complete with the tank. • Remove the fastener securing the rear section of the rear mudguard to the rear frame.
(2) are correctly routed. Warning: Do not use screw-type hose clamps on the fuel hos- es, because they could damage the hoses and re- sult in a fire hazard. • Close hose clamps with pliers, BMW No. 13 1 500. 16.7...
Tightening torques: Close off fuel supply line (5) and the fuel return Roll-over valve to fuel tank ......3 Nm line (4) with hose clips, BMW No. 13 3 010. • Open the hose clips (arrows) and disconnect the Replacing fuel filter 16 12 008 fuel lines from the fuel-pump unit.
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Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- E160060 dure. • Release ring (1) using wrench, BMW No. 16 1 021 Note: • Remove fuel-pump unit (3) with gasket (2). The reserve fuel capacity of the fuel tank can be ad- •...
Removing and installing Removing and installing 16 13 001 fuel-evaporation control valve activated charcoal filter [USA version] [USA version] – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. – Remove seat. – Remove seat. • Remove the BMS control unit from the holder.
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17 Radiator Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Coolant circuit ..........................5 Thermostat, components ......................6 Removing and installing coolant pump ................7 Removing coolant pump ......................7 Installing coolant pump ........................8 Adding coolant ..........................8 Removing and installing coolant-temperature sensor ............9 Checking cooling system for leaks ..................10 Removing and installing coolant hoses .................10...
Technical Data F 650 GS Cooling system Cooling system capacity Total capacity l (Imp.pints/ US quarts) 1.3 (2.29/1.37) Coolant circuit l (Imp.pints/ US quarts) 1.20 (2.113/1.268) Coolant expansion tank l (Imp.pints/ US quarts) 0.10 (0.176/0.106) Coolant Use only nitrite-free long-term antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor.
Drain off all the coolant. – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. • • Remove the gear shift pedal. Using hose clip pliers, BMW No. 17 5 500, re- – Remove the starter motor. move hose clips (13). • ............See Group 12 Remove water pump cover (2) with seal (3).
• Drive inner sealing ring onto its seat with drift, expel the air. • BMW No. 11 6 540. Tighten bleed screw (1). • Drive in outer sealing ring flush with the friction face, using the appropriate adapter.
Removing and installing Antifreeze Use only nitrite-free long-term antifreeze and corro- coolant-temperature sensor sion inhibitor. – Drain coolant. Concentration ............See Group 00 • Antifreeze ............50% Place motorcycle on its centre stand. Water ...............50% • Run the engine for a short time, then switch it off. •...
• Connect pump, BMW No. 17 0 500, with adapt- Disconnect the coolant hose from the radiator er and neck, BMW No. 17 5 520, to filler neck. and the expansion tank. • Pressure-test the system; the pressure must re- main unchanged for at least 5 minutes.
• Disconnect the coolant hose (arrow) at the frame on the left and drain the radiator. • Use pliers, BMW No. 17 5 500, to open the clamp securing the coolant hose to the water pump housing (1). • Remove the radiator fasteners.
18 Exhaust system Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Removing and installing exhaust system ................5 Removing and installing right-hand silencer ...............5 Removing and installing left-hand silencer ................5 Removing and installing exhaust manifold and oxygen sensor .........6 Removing exhaust manifold and oxygen sensor ..................6 Installing exhaust manifold and oxygen sensor ..................6 Replacing guard for silencer ....................7...
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Technical Data F 650 GS Exhaust system Emission control 3-way catalytic converter Silencer (muffler) Reflection/absorption-type silencer 18.3...
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E180030 Removing and installing • 18 00 020 Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure, pay particular attention to the following. exhaust system Removing and installing 18 11 301 right-hand silencer • Remove number plate. • Remove the fastener (arrow) securing the silenc- er to the rear frame.
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Lightly coat the threads of the oxygen sensor with Optimoly TA. • Tighten the oxygen sensor at the hexagon with socket wrench insert, BMW No. 11 7 020. • Position a new gasket (4) on the manifold. • Introduce the exhaust manifold into the left-hand silencer and into the cylinder head.
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Replacing guard for silencer • Uniformly tighten the fasteners securing the 18 12 212 manifold to the cylinder head. – Remove the lid of the glove compartment. E180020 E630010 • Tighten clamp (1) for the silencer, making sure that the clamp is correctly positioned (arrow). •...
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Technical Data F 650 GS Clutch Type Pull-action multi-plate clutch in oilbath Clutch plate diameter mm (in) 144 (5.7) Manual effort required N 85 (at 40 mm/1.6 in from pivot point) Operation mechanical Wear limits: Distortion of lined plates mm (in) 0.25 (0.010) Distortion of steel plates mm (in)
Disconnect the oil line from the cylinder head. Disassembling and reassembling pressure plate E170060 E210030 • Using hose clip pliers, BMW No. 17 5 500, re- move hose clips (1). • • Remove left engine housing cover. Remove circlip (7) with circlip pliers.
Pressure plate to driver ........ 10 Nm • Remove keeper (6) for release shaft (7). • Withdraw release shaft from cover. 21 4 610 E210050 • Using puller, BMW No. 21 4 610, pull out both needle roller bearings and the sealing ring to- gether. 21.9...
Insert release shaft. • Cover the splines on the release shaft with slide- on sleeve, BMW No. 21 4 620. • Using drift, BMW No. 21 4 630, drive in sealing ring. Installing clutch 21 21 000 • Lower the engine.
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23 Gearbox Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Gearbox shafts, components ....................5 Gear shift pedal, components ....................6 Removing/installing gearbox ....................7 Removing selector shaft with pawl and index lever ............7 Removing selector forks ......................7 Removing selector drum ......................7 Removing, disassembling and reassembling gearbox shafts ......8 Removing gearbox shafts ......................8...
E230010 Removing/installing gearbox • 23 00 100 Swing the selector forks (5) out and remove them. • Inspect contact surfaces of selector forks and guide pins for signs of wear. Caution: Removing selector drum If there is any mechanical damage, the oil tank must 23 00 651 be cleaned.
• Do not alter the stop on the special pliers, Position retaining ring (7) approx. 3 mm (0.12 in) BMW No. 23 4 500, in order to avoid opening up the below the groove. After installing retaining circlip too much.
Renew gears only together with the corresponding meshing gears. Edges of ring grooves must not be blunt. Always renew circlips and install them only with spe- cial pliers, BMW No. 23 4 500. • Assembly is the reverse of the disassembly pro- cedure.
• Using bearing puller plate, BMW No. 11 6 561, spindle, BMW No. 11 6 562, and spreader sleeve, BMW No. 11 6 564, pull off the ball bear- ing. • Drive out the mainshaft sealing ring from the in- side.
• Using bearing puller plate, BMW No. 11 6 561, spindle, BMW No. 11 6 562, and spreader sleeve, BMW No. 11 6 565, pull off the ball bear- ing. • Heat the right of the engine block to 80 - 100 °C (176 - 212 °F).
Installing selector shaft Installing selector forks 23 00 640 23 00 658 F230100 F230120 • • Install index lever (2) with index spring (1) in Insert selector fork (9) in shift gear of counter- housing. shaft. • Insert selector rod and swivel together with the selector fork in the direction of the crankshaft.
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• Cover the splines on the selector shaft with slide- on sleeve, BMW No. 21 4 620. • Using drift, BMW No. 21 4 630, drive in sealing ring. • Drive in the mainshaft sealing ring with drift, BMW No. 23 4 550, and sliding sleeve, BMW No.
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27 Drive chain Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Removing and installing chain, chainwheel and chain sprocket .......5 Removing and installing chain ....................5 Removing and installing chain guide rail ....................5 Removing and installing chain takeup roller ..................5 Removing chainwheel ........................6 Removing chain sprocket ......................6 Removing and installing chain guide rail with swinging arm installed...
Technical Data F 650 GS Chain drive Number of teeth on chain sprocket Number of teeth on chainwheel Secondary ratio 1:2.937 Secondary drive O-ring chain 5/8" x 1/4" Chain links Chain length mm (in) 1000 (39.4) Roller diameter mm (in) 10.16 (0.400) 27.3...
• Remove screws (3) and remove the chainwheel. Remove the locking washer (4). • Use puller, BMW No. 00 8 400, to pull the chain- wheel off the mainshaft. • Tightening torques: Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- Chainwheel to carrier ........
Removing and installing chain 27 72 009 guide rail with swinging arm installed • Remove the sprocket cover. • Remove the rear quick-release axle. • Remove the chain from the chainwheel and chain sprocket. • Remove the fasteners securing the chain guide rail to the swinging arm.
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32 Steering Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Removing and installing left and right handlebar fittings ........5 Removing and installing left handlebar fitting ..............5 Removing and installing clutch switch ..................6 Removing and installing right handlebar fitting ..............7 Removing and installing handlebar ..................9 Removing and installing clutch cable ................10...
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Technical Data F 650 GS Steering Type One-part tubular handlebar with cross-tie Steering lock angle ° 40 Steering tube diameter mm (in) 22 (0.87) Width across handlebars (handlebar only, without grips) mm (in) 770 (30.3) 32.3...
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E320040 Removing and installing left and right handlebar fittings Note: To avoid damage, use a protective apron for the tank, BMW No. 16 1 600. Removing and installing left handlebar fitting – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. E320060 –...
Removing and installing clutch 61 31 295 switch – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. – Remove seat. – Remove left, right and centre covers. • Release clutch switch on handlebar fitting. • Cut through the cable ties securing the cables at the handlebar and the multi-function switch.
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E320050 Removing and installing right handlebar fitting – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. – Remove seat. – Remove left, right and centre covers. • Cut the cable tie at the handlebar. Caution: Refer to notes on the hazards involved in handling brake fluid.
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• Disconnect the expansion tank and pull it to one side. • Remove the fasteners securing the oil tank and allow the oil tank to dangle to one side on the hoses. • Remove the starter relay from the holder. •...
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E320110 Removing and installing 32 71 008 Caution: handlebar Note the position of the clamping blocks. Wide hole spacing (arrow) to the front. – Remove left handlebar fitting. – Remove right handlebar fitting. • Remove impact pad (1). • Loosen clamping screws (2). •...
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E320140 Removing and installing 32 72 330 clutch cable E320160 • Make sure that slots in adjusting screw, locknut and lever fitting (arrow) are in line. E320150 • Pull back cable shroud (2). • Pull the cable forward through the slot and disen- •...
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Caution: Make sure that the clutch cable is not kinked when installed. E000200 • After installing the cable, adjust clutch clearance by setting distance “B” by turning adjusting screw (2) on the clutch handlebar fitting. • Lock adjusting screw (2) with knurled nut (3). Distance “B”...
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E320170 Removing and installing • 32 72 305 Remove cover (4). • Remove fastener for throttle cable (1) from in- throttle cable strument cluster housing. • Disengage throttle-cable adapter (3) and disen- – Remove seat. gage nipple (4). • – Remove left cover.
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Checking and adjusting Checking and adjusting 32 00 454 32 00 454 steering head bearing play, steering head bearing play, renewing if necessary renewing if necessary (Inspections II and III) (Inspections II and III) Checking steering head bear- Adjusting steering head bear- 32 00 454 32 00 454 ing play...
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E000220 E000230 • Slacken round nut (1) with pin-wrench adapter, BMW No. 31 6 521, then tighten to 25 Nm. Note: • Turn forks back and forth twice from lock to lock, Use the punch marks (arrow) to align the handlebars and leave the forks at the full left lock position.
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Removing and installing left and right handlebar levers Removing and installing left 32 72 070 handlebar lever E000200 • After installing the cable, adjust clutch clearance by setting distance “B” by turning adjusting screw (4) on the clutch handlebar fitting. •...
Technical Data F 650 GS Rear suspension Suspension strut Central suspension strut pivoted to lever system. Spring base and rebound damping continuously adjustable. Suspension travel mm (in) 165 (6.50) at wheel mm (in) 47.5 (1.87) at suspension strut Swinging arm Type Twin box swinging arm.
Removing and installing sus- 33 53 000 pension strut – Remove exhaust manifold.............See Group 18 • Secure front wheel in position. E330070 Caution: Do not raise the rear frame all the way, as it is seated against the lock of the seat (arrow). E330100 •...
Removing and installing 33 17 350 rear swinging fork – Removing ABS sensor – Remove rear wheel.............See Group 36 E330080 • Remove the fastener securing the spring strut to frame (1). • Pull the spring strut with adjusting knob to the rear and remove.
ABS sensor to holder ........9 Nm F330100 Caution: Protect mating faces (arrow) of the swinging arm from scratches by covering with masking tape or similar. • Drive needle roller races out of rear swinging arm with drift, BMW No. 33 6 661. 33.7...
Strut to angled lever ........71 Nm F330120 • Press in the outer needle roller races with drift, BMW No. 33 6 651, and spacing sleeve, BMW No. 33 6 652. • Fit bearing bushes and sealing rings into swing- ing arm.
• Press in sealing rings (3) with drift, • Drive out needle roller bearing (2) with drift, BMW No. 33 6 671, and spacing ring, BMW No. 33 6 620. BMW No. 33 6 672. • Fit bearing bushing (1).
To facilitate removal, heat the angled lever to 100 °C (212 °F). Use temperature measuring device, BMW No. 00 1 900, to check heat rise. • Drive out needle roller bearings (8, 9) with drift, BMW No. 33 6 620.
Drive in needle roller races (5) with drift, • Heat bearing seats to 100 °C (212 °F). BMW No. 33 6 611, and spacing sleeve, BMW No. 33 6 613, working from both sides. Press-in depth “C”......4.5 mm (0.18 in) 33 6 631 F330210 •...
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33 6 611 33 6 614 F330170 F330260 • Press in sealing rings (6) with drift, BMW No. 33 6 611, and spacing ring, BMW No. 33 6 614. • Install bearing bushings (4, 11, 10). 33 6 631 33 6 632 F330250 •...
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34 Brakes Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Removing and installing front brake calliper ..............5 Removing and installing front brake pads ................5 See Group 00 ............................5 Removing and installing front brake pistons ...............6 Removing and installing front brake disc ...............7 Checking brake disc for wear ....................7 See Group 00 ............................7...
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Contents Page Checking play at piston thrust rod, adjusting if necessary ........12 Checking play at piston thrust rod .....................12 Adjusting play at piston thrust rod .....................13 Removing and installing front ABS sensor ..............13 Removing front ABS sensor ring ..................14 Removing and installing rear ABS sensor ..............14 Removing and installing rear ABS sensor ring ............15...
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Technical Data F 650 GS Brakes Brake fluid DOT 4 Brake actuation Hydraulic Front wheel Front brake 2-piston floating calliper with rigidly mounted disc Brake disc dia. mm (in) 300 (11.81) Brake-disc thickness mm (in) 5 (0.20) Minimum thickness mm (in) 4.5 (0.18) Permissible lateral runout mm (in) 0.25 (0.010)
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Removing and installing Removing and installing front 34 11 021 34 11 008 front brake calliper brake pads See Group 00 Caution: Refer to notes on the hazards involved in handling brake fluid. • Press the brake calliper against the brake disc in order to force the pistons back.
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Caution: when installing. Do not insert your fingers between the pistons; risk • of injury. Using piston compressor, BMW No. 34 1 500, if necessary press the pistons fully back. • • Carefully press out brake pistons (5), using a Install the brake pads.
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• Remove brake disc. BMW No. 36 3 600. • Using dial gauge, BMW No. 00 2 510, measure lateral runout. Caution: The inscription on the brake disc must face towards Lateral runout “A” ....max. 0.25 mm (0.010 in) the outside.
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Removing and installing • 34 21 222 Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure. rear brake calliper Caution: Note: Refer to notes on the hazards involved in handling Remove sealing rings for brake line. brake fluid. • Remove wheel cover together with chain cover. •...
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Caution: stalling. Do not insert your fingers between the pistons; risk • of injury. Using piston compressor, BMW No. 34 1 500, if necessary press the piston fully back. • • Carefully press out brake piston (3), using a Install the brake pads.
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00 2 510 E340100 E340110 • Note: Attach dial gauge holder, BMW No. 00 2 500, to Retaining screws (1) are secured with Loctite 243 the rear swinging arm. • and should be heated if necessary before removal. Using dial gauge, BMW No. 00 2 510, measure lateral runout.
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Removing and installing front brake Removing and installing 32 72 119 master cylinder handbrake lever – Place the motorcycle on its main (centre) stand. See Group 32 Replacing primary sealing boot, Caution: rear brake master cylinder Refer to notes on the hazards involved in handling brake fluid.
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Caution: Caution: Top up brake fluid and bleed brake system. Check operation of brake-light switch (6). Operate brake several times until brake pads rest on disc. Play at piston thrust rod ......0.5...1.5 mm (0.02...0.06 in) Play at piston thrust rod ......
Removing and installing Adjusting play at piston thrust rod 34 52 044 front ABS sensor – Place the motorcycle on its main (centre) stand. – Remove seat. – Remove left cover. E340260 • Insert feeler gauge (1) 0.2 mm (0.008 in) thick be- tween the lug of the brake pedal and the stop on the frame (arrow).
Removing front ABS sensor Removing and installing 34 51 610 34 52 111 ring rear ABS sensor – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. Caution: – Remove seat. • Do not operate the brake with the wheel removed. Remove wheel cover together with chain cover. –...
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Check the speed/ABS sensor gap and adjust if necessary.............See Group 34 Caution: All work on the ABS control unit must be carried out by an authorised BMW workshop. Tightening torque: ABS sensor to holder ........9 Nm – Remove the rear frame.
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Caution: Top up brake fluid and bleed brake system. Operate brake several times until brake pads rest on disc. Tightening torque: Brake line to ABS control unit ...... 18 Nm Brake line at interface to brake hose ........... 18 Nm Expansion tank to radiator......
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Removing and installing front 34 32 401 brake hoses Caution: – Place the motorcycle on its main (centre) stand. Top up brake fluid and bleed brake system. – Remove seat. Operate brake several times until brake pads are – Remove left cover. correctly seated.
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Caution: Top up brake fluid and bleed brake system. Operate brake several times until brake pads are correctly seated. Tightening torque: Brake line to ABS control unit ...... 18 Nm Brake line at interface to brake hose .... 18 Nm Brake line to brake master cylinder ....
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Checking/adjusting front Checking/adjusting rear 34 52 544 34 52 544 ABS sensor gap speed/ABS sensor gap Caution: Caution: Always check the ABS sensor gap after replace- Always check the speed/ABS sensor gap after re- ment of ABS sensor, sensor ring, wheel bearing, placement of ABS sensor, sensor ring, brake-calli- front wheel, front forks, spacer, quick-release axle per bracket, spacer sleeve, rear wheel or wheel...
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Technical Data F 650 GS Wheels and tyres Rim size Front 2.50"x19" Rear 3.00"x17" Vertical runout mm (in) 2.0 (0.08) Lateral runout mm (in) 2.0 (0.08) Maximum permissible imbalance g (oz.) 5 (0.18) Tyre size Front 100/90-19 Rear 130/80-17 Tyre pressures (tyres cold) Solo Front bar (psi)
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Removing/installing front Installing the front wheel 36 30 300 36 30 300 wheel Removing front wheel 36 30 300 Caution: • Place motorcycle on its centre stand. When installing, avoid damage to ABS sensor, sen- • Take load off front wheel/lift clear of ground. sor ring, brake disc and brake pads.
Remove wheel bearing (4) with counter-support, wheel bearing BMW No. 00 8 572, internal puller, – Remove front wheel. BMW No. 00 8 571, and support ring, BMW No. 36 6 651. • Remove spacer sleeve (3). 00 8 572 Removing right-hand wheel bearing •...
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• Install the spacer bushing. • Drive in the right-hand wheel bearing with drift, BMW No. 36 6 600, until seated, making sure that the load is supported only on the left-hand wheel bearing. Note: The left-hand bearing must be seated on the stop in the wheel hub.
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100 °C (212 °F). BMW No. 00 8 571. • Use temperature measuring device, Remove spacer sleeve (6). BMW No. 00 1 900, to check heat rise. 00 8 571 00 8 572 36 6 651 XF?????? F360050...
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• Drive in the right-hand wheel bearing with drift, BMW No. 36 6 600, making sure that the load is supported only on the left-hand wheel bearing. Note: The left-hand bearing must be seated on the stop in the wheel hub.
– Remove/install front wheel............See above • Remove tyre. Note: Use nipple tensioner, BMW No. 36 3 800. Outer left spokes • Release spoke nipple (1). • Pull spoke (2) out of wheel hub. Inner left spokes •...
F360130 • Outer right spokes Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- • Release spoke nipple (1). dure: pay particular attention to the following. • Release spoke nipple (2). – After installing, centre the wheel rim. • Turn spoke (3) outwards............
• Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- Note: dure: pay particular attention to the following. Use nipple tensioner, BMW No. 36 3 800. – After installing, centre the wheel rim............See below Outer left and right spokes •...
F360150 Checking and centering 36 32 528 Note: front and rear wheel rims Apply the dial gauge, BMW No. 00 2 510, only to the machined inner surface of the wheel rim. – Remove the wheels. • Measure lateral and vertical runout with dial...
Centering lateral runout Centering vertical runout F360170 F360160 Caution: Caution: Never attempt to eliminate all the lateral runout by Spokes which protrude from the spoke nipples must adjusting only one or two spokes. be shortened. • Correct vertical runout “H” by tightening the Note: spokes at left and right (arrow).
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[Rear wheel] Remove chainwheel carrier com- plete with chainwheel from the rear-wheel hub. • Level the balancing unit, BMW No. 36 3 600, by means of bubble gauge (2) in the baseplate. • Pass the balancing shaft, BMW No. 36 3 617, through the wheel bearings.
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Technical data F 650 Frame Frame Bridge frame with frame trussing Type plate location Top section of main frame, at right Location of VIN On right of steering head Max. height (windscreen) mm (in) 1265 (49.803) Maximum width (across mirrors) mm (in) 890 (35.04) Maximum length mm (in) 2101 (82.72)
E460040 Removing and installing covers Removing and installing centre cover – Remove left and right covers. • – Remove the seat. Remove securing screws (2) from centre cover. • Remove centre cover (5). • Removing and installing left/right cover Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- •...
E460050 Removing and installing cockpit fairing • Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure: pay particular attention to the following. – Remove left and right covers............See above Warning: After installing the windscreen, check and if neces- Note: sary adjust the headlight setting.
Raising rear frame – Remove exhaust manifold.............See Group 18 • Secure front wheel in position. E460060 • Disconnect plug of instrument panel (1). • Cut through cable clip. • Push cable holder through toward inside. • Turn the handlebars to the left. E330100 •...
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Removing and installing front 46 61 000 mudguard – Place the motorcycle on its centre stand. E330070 Caution: E460041 Do not raise the rear frame all the way, as it would contact the lock of the seat (arrow). • Remove fasteners securing front mudguard (1). •...
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• • Close off fuel supply line (1) and the fuel return Unclip ABS sensor plug (arrow) from the control- line (2) with hose clips, BMW No. 13 3 010. unit holder. • • Open the hose clips (arrows) and disconnect the [US] Disconnect hose from fuel evaporation con- fuel lines from the fuel-pump unit.
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51 Equipment Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Removing and installing ignition switch/steering lock ...........5 Removing and installing lock barrel ..................6 Removing and installing lock for rear stowage compartment ......6 Removing and installing lock barrel for fuel tank filler cap ........6 Replacing mirrors .........................7...
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Removing and installing • 51 25 040 Cut through the 2 cable ties at the left of the frame head. ignition switch/steering lock • Remove the fasteners securing the oil tank and allow the oil tank to dangle to one side on the –...
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Tighten the non-removable screws with socket – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. • wrench insert, BMW No. 51 0 530. Remove the lid of the rear stowage compart- ment. • Clamp the lid in a vise with protective jaws.
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E510030 • Insert key in lock barrel and press down on retainer (1). • Pull out lock barrel with key. • Grease the new lock barrel with Optimoly MP 3. • Insert the lock barrel with the key. • Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure.
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Removing and installing bat- 61 21 010 tery Note: Disconnecting the battery clears all entries (such as errors, adaptations) from the BMS control unit mem- Warning: ory. Battery acid is highly caustic. The loss of the adaptations may sometimes lead to Protect your eyes, face, hands, clothing and the engine performance being temporarily impaired paintwork.
Removing and installing bat- Fuses 61 21 100 tery carrier – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. – Remove seat. – Remove left, right and centre covers. – Remove the battery............See above – Remove the intake air pipe.............See Group 13 –...
Tightening torques: Intake air silencer to retainer ......9 Nm Intake air silencer to oil tank ......9 Nm Connecting flange .......... 5 Nm Fasteners, cover/ trim panel for turn indicator ......3 Nm Lid of electronic equipment box ..... 4 Nm Electronic equipment box to frame....
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• Remove the fasteners securing the oil tank and allow the oil tank to dangle to one side on the hoses. • Remove the starter relay from the holder. • Remove the lid of the electronic equipment box. • Cut through the cable tie holding the wiring har- ness at the electronic equipment box.
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Removing and installing • 61 33 000 Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure: pay particular attention to the following. horn • Clean the threads of the idle-indicator switch and coat with Loctite 243. – Remove front mudguard.............See Group 46 Tightening torques: Idle-indictor switch...
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62 Instruments Contents Page Technical Data ..........................3 Telltale/warning lights .......................5 Removing and installing instrument panel ..............6 Replacing telltale/warning lights ..................6 Disassembling and assembling instrument cluster ............6 Removing and installing wiring harness ................7 62.1...
Removing and installing Replacing telltale/warning lights 62 11 200 instrument panel – Remove instrument panel. – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. – Remove left and right covers. Note: Note washers and rubber ring. • Remove the windshield. • Remove the instrument cover. •...
E620030 • Remove the 3 securing screws (1) from the rear of the housing. • Press back the 4 snap locks (arrows) on the plug housing and press out the instrument panel. • Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure.
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E630020 Removing and installing Removing and installing 63 12 090 63 21 380 headlight rear light • – Place motorcycle on its centre stand. Remove the lid of the stowage compartment. • – Remove left and right covers. Remove the number plate holder complete with the rear light from the frame.
• Disconnect the plug of the rear light. • Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure: pay particular attention to the following. E630070 • Turn retainer (4) counterclockwise to release and remove. E630060 • Remove bulb (5). • Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- Colours of the wires in the housing for tail light/ dure.
Flashing turn indicator Lateral adjustment 63 99 271 • Remove turn-indicator cover. • Press the bulb to the rear and turn it counter- clockwise to release. • Installation is the reverse of the removal proce- dure. Rear lights 63 99 381 •...
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