Engine Oil - BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2015 Rider's Manual

For more extensive work (such as
wheel removal and installation),
BMW Motorrad has put together
a service tool kit matched to your
motorcycle. You can purchase
this tool kit from your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.

Engine oil

Check engine oil level
ATTENTION
The oil level varies with the
temperature of the oil. The
higher the temperature, the
higher the level of oil in the
sump.
Misinterpretation of the oil capac-
ity
Only check the oil level after
a longer journey or when the
engine is warm.
Wipe area around oil filler loca-
tion clean.
Allow engine to idle until fan
starts, then let it continue run-
ning for an additional minute.
NOTICE
To minimize environmental im-
pact, BMW Motorrad recom-
mends occasionally checking the
engine oil following a ride of at
least 30 miles (50 km).
Switch off engine.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and hold motorcycle at op-
erating temperature vertically.
OE
with center stand
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle at
operating temperature on its
center stand.
ATTENTION
Motorcycle tips to the side
when raising.
Component damage cause by
tipping over.
Secure the motorcycle against
tipping to the side, preferably
with the assistance of a second
person.
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