Wheels - BMW G 650 GS 2010 Rider's Manual

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Loosen quick-release axle
nut 1, while holding on left side
if necessary.
Adjust chain sag with adjusting
z
screws 2 on left and right.
Checking chain sag (
Make sure that the same scale
value 3 is set on the left and
right.
Tighten quick-release axle
nut 1 with specified torque,
while holding on left side if
necessary.
Fastening of rear quick-
release axle
74 lb/ft (100 Nm)
Checking chain wear
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
73).
Increased wear.
If wear is identified on a
component of the sprocket set,
the entire set must be replaced.
Pull chain toward rear at rear-
most point of chain sprocket.
The tooth tips must still be
within the chain links.
If the chain can be pulled off be-
yond the tooth tips:
Please contact a specialized
workshop, preferably an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Wheels

Tire recommendation
For every size of tire, BMW
Motorrad has tested and
approved certain makes as
roadworthy. BMW Motorrad
cannot evaluate the suitability of
other tires, and can therefore
take no responsibility for their
driving safety.
BMW Motorrad recommends
only using the tires tested and
approved by BMW Motorrad.
Extensive information is available
at your authorized BMW Motor-
rad retailer or on the Internet at
www.bmw-motorrad.com.