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BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual (US Model) G 650 GS Sertão...
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Motorcycle/Dealer Data Motorcycle data Dealer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle identification number Phone number Color number Initial registration Dealer's address/phone number (company License plate stamp)
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About this Rider's Manual BMW Motorrad. Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW. It contains im- portant information on how to operate the controls and how to get the most benefit from your BMW's advanced technical fea- tures.
Equipment torcycle. Indicates the end of ac- cessory or equipment- When you ordered your BMW Abbreviations and dependent information. motorcycle, you chose various symbols items of custom equipment. This Tightening torque.
If your BMW is equipped with and accessories. For this reason, options or accessories not de- some aspects of your motorcycle scribed in this Rider's Manual,...
General view, left side Battery (under center fair- ing panel) ( Engine oil fill location and oil dipstick ( Seat bench release (in storage compartment) Onboard socket ( Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) (...
General view, right side Fuel filler opening ( Brake-fluid reservoir, front Type plate (on right frame tube) Vehicle Identification Num- ber (on right steering-head bearing) Air filter (under fairing side panel) ( Adjusting spring preload Adjusting damping ( Brake-fluid reservoir, rear Chain tension notice (rear swing arm)
Multifunction display Symbol for milage covered since fuel reached reserve level ( Trip odometer symbold (Trip 1 or Trip 2) ( Display sector for trip odometer and milage covered since fuel reached reserve level RPM limit Tachometer Clock Symbol for setting clock Total distance...
Distance covered since the fuel reached the reserve level Once the fuel level falls to the reserve sector the dis- tance covered since operation in the reserve range started appears in the display. This odometer is reset and no longer appears as soon as the tank is refuled to a level higher than the reserve level.
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Overview of warning indicators Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up Coolant temperature too high ( Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed Lights up ABS deactivated ( Lights up ABS error (...
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72). as possible by an authorized Reserve fuel quantity workshop, preferably an autho- Possible cause: rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Radiator fan defective. If the radiator fan fails to run with ABS self-diagnosis not Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) the coolant-temperature warning...
ABS deactivated authorized service facility, ABS warning light lights up. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Dealer. Possible cause: The ABS system has been deac- tivated by the driver. Switch on the ABS function. ABS error...
with the handlebars turned to the Locking steering lock Clock right. without parking light Setting clock On level ground, always turn the Locking steering lock with Attempting to set the clock handlebars to the left to set the parking light ( 28).
Trip 1 Lights Press and hold button until Tripmeter 1 ( minutes display flashes. Trip 2 Tripmeter 2 ( Parking lights Press button repeatedly until Kilometers driven after The parking lights switch on au- desired minutes are shown. reaching the reserve quan- tomatically when the ignition is Press and hold button until tity.
High-beam headlight Headlight flasher Press button 1 toward left to switch on left-hand turn signal. Slide the switch 1 upward to Press button 1. Press button 1 toward right switch on the high beam. The high-beam headlight is to switch on right-hand turn Slide the switch 1 downward to switched on for as long as the signal.
Emergency-off switch The hazard warning flash- ers place a strain on the (kill switch) battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary. Switch not activated: stan- dard operating position Switch activated: engine Emergency-off switch (kill switched off switch) The engine can only be...
100 % heating capacity. heating of the grips; the switch seconds. should then be switched back to ABS warning light contin- BMW Motorrad ABS the first level. ues to light up. The grip heating place a Deactivating ABS function strain on the battery. Only ABS function is deactivated.
Switching on ABS As an alternative, the ignition can also be switched off and function then on again. If the ABS warning light lights up after switching the ignition off and on and then continued driving over 4 mph (5 km/h), an ABS error has occurred.
Mirrors Adjust mirror arm Slide protective cap over threaded fastener. Adjusting mirrors Spring preload Setting It is essential to set the spring preload of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the mo- torcycle. Increase spring preload when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload Slide protective cap 1 up over screw connection on mirror...
Adjusting damping on rear To decrease the spring load, turn the adjustment wheel 1 in wheel the direction of the arrow LOW. Park the motorcycle, ensuring that the support surface is firm Basic setting of spring and level. preload, rear Turn adjustment wheel com- pletely to left, then back 15 clicks (Full tank of gas, with...
Tires Tire pressure, front Checking tire pressure Incorrect tire inflation pres- 27.6 psi (1.9 bar) (Single rider, sure results in poorer hand- with cold tires) ing characteristics of the motor- 30.5 psi (2.1 bar) (Operation cycle and reduces the life of the with passenger and load with tires.
Adjust headlight by tilting RHD/LHD traffic specialized workshop, preferably slightly. This motorcycle's headlight fea- an authorized BMW Motorrad Tighten screws 1 on left and tures a symmetrical low beam. retailer. right. No special adjustments or proce-...
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Installing seat Take off cover 2. Mount cover 2. Lock storage compartment Mount seat mounts 4 in hold- Pull release lever 3 upward lock 1 with motorcycle key. ers 5 on left and right. while assisting by pressing Position the seat and slide it down seat at rear.
Pack heavy luggage and cargo of the year. Your authorized ≤81 mph (≤130 km/h) as low and as close to the cen- BMW Motorrad Dealer will be ter of the motorcycle as possi- happy to advise you and has Speed ble.
Catalytic converter still: overheating would result. In Etc. extreme cases, the motorcycle If misfiring causes unburned fuel Risk of poisoning could catch fire. to enter the catalytic converter, Exhaust fumes contain carbon Do not allow the engine to idle there is a danger of overheating monoxide, which is colorless and unnecessarily.
Starting Brakes roll for longer periods or push it over longer distances with the Front and rear brake fluid levels Starting the engine engine switched off. Clutch Shock absorber setting and Switch on ignition. spring preload Pre-Ride Check in progress. Tread depth and tire pressure Firm seating of cases and lug- ABS self-diagnosis in progress.
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Pre-Ride Check warning light flashing. You should wait for this procedure to be After the ignition is switched on, completed to avoid problems the instrument cluster conducts a during driving. test of the warning and indicator lights and the display, the so- Engage neutral, or pull back called "Pre-Ride-Check".
The readiness for operation If an ABS error is indicated fol- Observe the engine run-in of the BMW Motorrad ABS is speeds. lowing completion of the ABS checked by the self-diagnosis. self-diagnosis routine: The self-diagnosis routine runs...
New brake pads can extend stopping distance by a sig- Off-road riding nificant margin. After driving offroad Brake early. BMW Motorrad recommends that the following be observed after driving offroad:...
Brakes changes during braking. The Rims When the motorcycle is heavier you brake, the greater BMW Motorrad recommends ridden on loose surfaces the weight transfer to the front checking the rims for possible or muddy roads, the brakes may wheel. Increases in the load on damage after riding offroad.
Parking your the same time. With the "forced and make use of the engine's braking" often practiced in which braking effect as well. motorcycle the brake pressure is generated Side stand Wet, soiled brakes as quickly as possible and with great force, the dynamic load Switch off engine.
Refueling and get onto the road. This re- sults in a danger of falling. Fuel is highly flammable. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fire at the fuel tank can Leaded fuel will destroy the result in fire and explosion. catalytic converter.
against scratching. For exam- Recommended fuel qual- ple, use adhesive tape or soft cloths. Regular unleaded, (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Components can be dam- aged. Approx. 3.7 gal (Approx. 14 l) Do not squeeze components such as brake lines or wiring Reserve fuel quantity...
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Fasten rear straps on both sides to the passenger foot- pegs and then tighten them. Tension all straps evenly; the motorcycle should be pulled down against its springs with the suspension compressed as much as possible.
If the maximum transferable brak- the road. At this point in time, When braking, bear in mind ing force is exceeded when the the BMW Motorrad ABS must that the ABS control cannot driver increases the brake pres- assume extremely low friction co-...
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To ensure that the with front brake engaged (burn ing physics. The system is not BMW Motorrad ABS is in an out). optimized for the special condi- optimally maintained condition, it Warm-up on the center or aux-...
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BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to counteract their effects.
Opening case Cable routing The cables from the onboard sockets to the auxiliary devices must be routed in such a way that they: Do not impede the rider Do not restrict the steering an- gle and the driving characteris- tics Cannot be trapped Press yellow button 4 down- ward while pulling case lid out-...
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Adjusting case volume Close locking levers 1 on left and right and engage. Open case and empty com- Closing case. pletely. Removing case Close case lid. The lid clicks audibly into place. If the carrying handle is folded down when the slot Release locking levers 1 on left of the case lock is oriented in the Turn key 1 in case lock per-...
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Mounting case Turn case toward motorcy- cle while sliding mounting on case as far as possible onto mushroom-headed fastener 7. Pull up red release lever 4. Locking flap 5 pops up. Fold up locking flap 5 com- Fold locking flap all the way pletely by pulling red release open.
Topcase Closing the Topcase Removing Topcase with Topcase Opening the Topcase Close Topcase lid and hold it Unlock Topcase lock 1 if nec- essary. down. Press locking lever 2 down. Press locking lever 2 com- pletely downward. Pull Topcase toward rear off Unlock Topcase lock 1 if nec- luggage rack.
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Mounting the Topcase Press the locking lever 2 up- ward, ensuring that the lever 4 Slide Topcase with guides 3 engages with the adapter plate. onto adapter plate as far as The locking lever can be heard possible. engaging. Lock Topcase lock 1 if neces- sary.
DVD, which Switch off engine. Wrench size: 14/19 you can obtain from your autho- Spark plug wrench rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Reversible screwdriver with Phillips and straight blade Special tools and thorough spe- Torx wrench, T45 cialized knowledge are required...
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Remove oil dipstick and read counterclockwise. fluid level. If the oil level is below MIN mark: Topping up engine oil ( 68). If oil level is above MAX mark: Have fluid level corrected by an authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Have the brakes checked at an stick 1. suspension to view the brake authorized workshop, preferably Remove the oil dipstick 1 pads. an authorized BMW Motorrad counterclockwise. retailer. Both too little and too much engine oil can lead to engine damage.
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1. are not worn beyond their mini- mum thickness. Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking rear brake pad Front brake-pad wear thickness limit Park the motorcycle, ensuring...
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If brake fluid level falls below the regularly. approved level: Make sure ground is level and Have the defect corrected as firm and hold motorcycle verti- soon as possible by an autho- cally. rized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
Checking rear brake fluid The brake fluid level in the rized workshop, preferably an brake-fluid reservoir drops authorized BMW Motorrad re- level due to brake pad wear. tailer. A low fluid level in the brake reservoir can allow air Coolant to penetrate the brake system.
Clutch the GS emblem on the reser- voir 1. Checking clutch lever play Open cap 1 of coolant expan- sion tank and add coolant up to specified level. Pull clutch lever until resistance Checking coolant level ( 71). Coolant, specified level is felt.
Adjusting clutch lever Chain Turn the rear wheel until the position with the lowest chain play Lubricating chain sag is reached. Dirt, dust and insufficient lubrication will considerably shorten the service life of the drive chain. Clean and lubricate the drive chain regularly.
Please contact a specialist Adjust chain sag with adjusting service facility, preferably an screws 2 on left and right. authorized BMW Motorrad Checking chain sag ( 73). Dealer. Ensure that the figures 3 indi- cating the adjustment settings...
For every size of tire, ity, preferably an authorized prescribed minimum tread depth BMW Motorrad has tested and BMW Motorrad retailer. is reached. approved certain makes as Have tires replaced even be- roadworthy.
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Roll front wheel forward to re- service facility, preferably a freely. To lift motorcycle, move it. BMW Motorrad Dealer. In some BMW Motorrad recommends cases the data stored in the...
Always have the tightening and firmly compress spring torques checked by a specialized forks several times. workshop, preferably an Tighten axle clamping screw 2 authorized BMW Motorrad to specified torque. retailer. Clamping of front quick- release axle 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
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Insert ABS sensor into the Detach the screw 1 and extract Remove the nut 2, applying bore and install screw 1. Insert the wheel speed sensor from counterpressure of the left washer if one was installed. its bracket; a washer may also side.
Installing rear wheel Support the rear wheel (with Push wheel as far forward as a suitable block of wood, etc.) possible and remove chain Make sure that brake caliper and remove the quick-release from chain sprocket 5. runs in guide 6. axle 4.
Place the motorcycle on an aux- iliary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand. Place motorcycle on a suitable Raise the rear wheel (or sup- auxiliary stand.
combination with front-wheel adapter (83 30 0 402 242). Install rubber buffer 4 on left Apply uniform pressure to push and right in upper position. front wheel stand down and raise motorcycle. Loosen mounting bolts 1. Fuses Push the two mounts 2 out- ward, continuing until the front Removing fuse suspension fits between them.
"Technical Data". The Remove screw 1 and pull in- cialized workshop, preferably numbers in the graphic match strument cluster upward out of an authorized BMW Motorrad the fuse numbers. holders. retailer. Set down instrument cluster on Close fuse cover.
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Pull off the connector 1 while Remove spring strap 3 from Install bulb 4 while ensuring bracing the bulb located under detents and fold up. correct position of lug 5. the rubber cap. Remove bulb 4. Insert spring clip 3. Replace defective bulb.
Close plug connection 1. Install screw 1. Pull bulb socket 1 out of head- light housing. Replacing parking light bulb Park the motorcycle, ensuring that the support surface is firm and level. Switch off ignition. Remove the instrument cluster using the procedure described in the previous section.
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Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W To protect the glass on the new bulb against contamina- tion, always use a clean, dry cloth to hold it; do not touch with bare fingers. Insert the bulb socket 1 in the Remove screw 1.
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cloth to hold it; do not touch with bare fingers. Remove bulb 2 from Install screw 1. light housing by turning it Replacing tail light and counterclockwise. brake light bulb Install bulb 2 by screwing Replace defective bulb. clockwise into light housing. Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle.
Replace defective bulb. Bulb for taillight/brake light P25-2 / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W To prevent contaminants from being deposited on the new bulb's glass surface, always use a clean, dry cloth to hold it. Remove two screws 1 and Position tail light lens and in- take off tail light lens.
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Remove two screws 1. Remove air filter insert 6. Close connector 5. Pull out connecting flange 2. Pull suction pipe 3 off air filter housing, take out of mount 4 and turn to side. Insert cleaned or new air filter Insert suction pipe in mount 4.
12 V can damage the motorcycle Installing right fairing side panel 95). electronics. The battery of the donor vehicle Jump-starting must have a voltage of 12 V. The wires leading to the Park the motorcycle, ensuring power socket do not have that the support surface is firm a load-capacity rating adequate and level.
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Start engine of the vehicle with discharged battery in usual way; if engine does not start, wait a few minutes before re- peating the attempt in order to protect the starter motor and donor battery. Allow both engines to run for several minutes before discon- necting the jumper cables.
Battery than 4 weeks, a trickle-charger should be connected to the Maintenance instructions battery. Correct upkeep, recharging and storage will prolong the life of Charging connected the battery and are essential for battery recognition of warranty claims. Charging the connected Compliance with the points be- battery directly at the bat- low is important in order to maxi-...
Remove battery terminals of the disconnected battery. Park the motorcycle, ensuring that the support surface is firm Only charge connected battery and level. via onboard socket. with anti-theft alarm Comply with operating instruc- Switch off anti-theft alarm sys- tions of charger. tem if necessary.
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Installing battery Remove battery ( 92). Mount the small heat protec- tion mat 3 with the aluminum Install battery and attach bleed- Read off acid level from mark- side facing outward and fas- ing hose 4 when doing so. ing 1. ten it with the rubber tension- First install positive cable 3.
Installing center fairing Remove seat ( 38). panel Setpoint level of battery acid Remove screws 1 on left and Remove oil dipstick 2. right. Between MIN and MAX mark- Extract the oil dipstick 2 and remove the center faiting panel If acid level is below MIN mark- section.
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Installing right fairing side Install the screws 1 on the left and right sides, starting with panel the center screw. Installing seat ( 39). Removing right fairing side panel Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle. Removing center fairing panel Remove screw 3.
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Removing left fairing side panel Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle. Removing center fairing panel 94). Install screw 3. Remove screw 3. Pull the side fairing panel in the sector 4 from its support and remove it. Remove screws 1 and 2.
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Installing left side panel fairing Install screw 3. Slide the fairing side panel be- hind the upper section of fair- ing 5 then insert it in the fix- ture 4. Install screws 1 and 2. Installing center fairing panel 94).
Warm water intensifies the that you use cleaning and BMW Motorrad recommends effect of salt. care products available at your that you use BMW Insect Re- Only use cold water to remove authorized BMW Motorrad mover to soften and wash off road salt.
BMW clean cloth or cotton ball. BMW auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- Motorrad recommends remov- ish for additional treatment. ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re- mover. Then add a protective...
Park motorcycle in a dry room, raising it to remove weight from both wheels. Protective wax coating BMW Motorrad recommends that you apply BMW Car Wax or another wax containing carnauba or synthetic wax additives to pro- tect the paintwork.
Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start. Possible cause Remedy Emergency-off switch (kill switch) Emergency-off switch (kill switch) in normal oper- ating position. Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch.
Engine Engine design Single-cylinder, four-stroke engine, DOHC control with bush roller-chain drive, 4 valves actuated by bucket tappets, compensating shaft, liquid cooling for cylinders and cylinder head. Integrated coolant pump, 5-speed transmission and dry-sump lubri- cation. Displacement 652 cc (652 cm Cylinder bore 3.9 in (100 mm) Piston stroke...
0.3 quarts (0.25 l), difference between MIN and Specification SAE 15W-50, API SJ/JASO MA2, additives (e.g. on a molybdenum basis) are not permitted, as they will attack coated engine components, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro Oil SAE 15W-50 BMW recommends...
BMW Motorrad does not recommend using oil additives, as these can worsen the operation of the clutch. BMW Motorrad recommends not using synthetic oils for the first 6,000 miles (10,000 km). Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer for engine oils suitable for your motorcycle. BMW recommends Clutch...
Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Type of rear suspension Two-arm box-section swinging fork Secondary gear ratio 2.938 Suspension Type of front suspension Telescopic forks Spring travel, front 8.3 in (210 mm), on wheel Type of rear suspension Two-arm box-section swinging fork Spring travel, rear 8.3 in (210 mm), on wheel...
Organic Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations You can obtain an overview of the current tire approvals from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at www.bmw- motorrad.com. Front wheel Front wheel design Spoke wheel Front-wheel rim size 1.60"...
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Rear wheel Rear wheel design Spoke wheel Rear-wheel rim size 3.00" x 17" Rear tire designation 130 / 80 - 17 Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure, front 27.6 psi (1.9 bar), single rider, with cold tires 30.5 psi (2.1 bar), operation with passenger and load with cold tires Tire pressure, rear 30.5 psi (2.1 bar), single rider, with cold tire...
Electrical system Battery Battery design Lead-acid battery Battery voltage 12 V Battery capacity 12 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DR 8 EB Electrode gap of spark plug 0.02...0.03 in (0.6...0.7 mm), new Lights Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H4 / 12 V / 55 W / 60 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W...
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Fuses Nominal current of fuse 1 (for engine electronics) 15 A Nominal current of fuse 2 (for instrument cluster, 10 A hazard warning flashers, onboard socket, optional accessories and diagnosis plug) Nominal current of fuse 3 (for horn and headlight 7.5 A flasher) Nominal current of fuse 4 (for low-beam headlight)
Frame Frame design Bridge-type tube frame of steel profiles with bolted rear frame Location of type plate Upper right main frame Location of the vehicle identification number Right steering head Dimensions Motorcycle length 86 in (2185 mm) Motorcycle height 56.7 in (1440 mm), without driver at DIN unladen weight Motorcycle width 36.2 in (920 mm), across mirrors...
Weights Unladen weight 425 lbs (193 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE Permissible gross weight 838 lbs (380 kg) Maximum payload max 412 lbs (max 187 kg) Performance data Top speed 106 mph (170 km/h) with reduced output 90 mph (145 km/h)
National Highway Traffic Safety Ad- ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Services With its worldwide dealer network, BMW Motorrad The BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser- To ensure that your BMW con- can attend to you and your vices furnish you and your new sistently remains in optimal con- motorcycle in over 100 countries...
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300 mls (500 km) and 750 mls (1200 km). BMW Service BMW Service is carried out once a year. The scope of the ser- vices performed may be depen- dent on the motorcycle owner and the mileage driven. Your...
Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-Delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if reached sooner, Odometer reading Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature...
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Confirmation of service The table is intended as proof of maintenance and repair work, the installed optional accessories and any special campaign (recall) work carried out. Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
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Work carried out Odometer Date reading...