Chain - BMW F 800 GS Rider's Manual

a specialized workshop, prefer-
ably an authorized BMW Mo-
torrad retailer.
Checking spokes
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Sweep across spokes with a
screwdriver handle or similar
item, paying attention to result-
ing series of notes.
If you hear an uneven series of
notes:
Have spokes checked by a cer-
tified workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.

Chain

Lubricating chain
Dirt, dust and insufficient
lubrication will considerably
shorten the service life of the
drive chain.
Clean and lubricate the drive
chain regularly.
Lubricate drive chain at least
every 600 miles (1000 km). Af-
ter driving though water or dust
and dirt, carry out lubricate ear-
lier accordingly.
Switch off ignition and engage
Neutral.
Clean drive chain with suitable
cleaning agent, dry and apply
chain lubricant.
Wipe off excess lubricant.
Checking chain tension
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Press chain upward and down-
ward using a screwdriver and
measure difference A.
Chain sag
1.4...1.8 in (35...45 mm) (Mo-
torcycle unloaded on side
stand)
If the measured value is outside
the permissible tolerance:
Adjusting chain tension (
Adjusting chain tension
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
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