Wheels - BMW F 800 GS Rider's Manual

Loosen lock nuts 2 on left and
8
right.
Adjust chain sag with adjusting
102
screws 3 on left and right.
Check chain sag (
Ensure that the figures 4 indi-
cating the adjustment settings
are identical on left and right.
Tighten locknuts 2 on left and
right with appropriate torque.
Locknut of drive-chain
tensioning screw
z
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Tighten quick-release axle
nut 1 to specified torque.
Rear-wheel quick-release
axle in swinging arm
74 lb/ft (100 Nm)
Check chain wear
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Engage 1st gear.
Rotate rear wheel toward front
of vehicle until the chain is ten-
sioned.
Determine chain length below
the rear wheel swinging arm
101).
with 9 rivets.
Permissible chain length
Max 5.7 in (max 144.30 mm)
(Measured over 9 rivets,
chain tensioned)
If the chain has reached the max-
imum approved length:
Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad dealer.

Wheels

Tire recommendation
For every tire size,
BMW Motorrad has tested
certain tire brands and approved
those it has found to be
roadworthy. If you use wheels
and tires that have not been
approved, BMW Motorrad cannot
assess their suitability or provide
any guarantee as to their road
safety.
Use only wheels and tires that
BMW Motorrad has approved for
your type of motorcycle.
Extensive information is
available at your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer or on