BMW F 800 GS Rider's Manual page 140

Comply with operating instruc-
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tions of charger.
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NOTICE
If you are unable to charge the
battery via the onboard socket,
you may be using a charger that
is not compatible with your mo-
torcycle's electronics. In this
case, charge the battery directly
at the terminals of the discon-
nected battery.
z Charging disconnected
battery
Charge battery using a suitable
charger.
Comply with operating instruc-
tions of charger.
After charging, remove terminal
clamps of the charger from the
battery terminals.
NOTICE
In the case of longer periods
when the motorcycle is not be-
ing used, the battery must be
recharged regularly. See the
instructions for caring for your
battery. Always fully recharge
the battery before returning it to
use.
Removing battery
Remove seat ( 55).
Removing center fairing panel
( 133).
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
with anti-theft alarm system
OE
(DWA)
Switch off anti-theft alarm sys-
tem if necessary.
Switch off ignition.
ATTENTION
Incorrect battery disconnec-
tion.
Danger of short circuit
Follow the disconnection
sequence.
Remove negative cable 1 first.
Then remove positive cable 2.
Remove screws 3 on the left
and right and take off battery
carrier forward from the battery.
Lift battery up and out, using
tilting movements if it is difficult
to move.