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Page 1 Rider’s Manual (US Model) F 650 GS F 650 GS Dakar BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad On-board...
Page 2 Important notes This symbol indicates pre- cautions and measures which are essential in protecting the rider and other persons from severe or fatal injury. Specific instructions and safety precautions intended to pre- vent damage to the motorcycle. Disregarding them may render the warranty invalid.
Page 3 We are delighted that you have and rider, to ensure maximum chosen a BMW F 650 GS and reliability and safety, and advice would like to welcome you to on how to maintain the value of the community of BMW riders.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents General information and controls Safety check General view, left side....4 Checklist ......22-23 General view, right side ... 5 Engine oil......24-25 Cockpit ........6 Fuel ........26-27 Indicator and warning lights..7 Handlebar levers ....28-29 Ignition key and Brakes......
Page 5 Running in ......54-55 Arrive safely....70-71 Before you start..... 56 Service worldwide ....72 Starting........57 Environmental protection..73 Indicator and BMW rider’s equipment..74 warning lights ....58-59 BMW motorcycle Riding, gear shifts .... 60-61 accessories ......75 Braking......62-63 Training means Anti-lock braking system extra safety ......
Page 6: General View, Left Side
General view, left side 1 Oil filler neck/dipstick, engine oil ( 2 Clutch lever ( 4 Seat lock ( 3 Lifting handle ( 5 On-board socket 6 Coolant tank ( ( ) Figure in parentheses page num- ber for description Optional equipment...
Page 7: General View, Right Side
General view, right side 10 11 1 1 1 15 14 13 Primary spark plug 14 Secondary spark plug 15 Adjusting knob for spring 7 Fuel tank/fuel filler cap preload, rear suspension 26, 27) 8 Toolkit storage space 16 Shock-absorber setting 9 Fuse box 10 Air filter ( Maintenance...
Page 8: Cockpit
Cockpit 8 Button for setting clock, hours 9 Ignition key and steering lock ( 1 Speedometer 10 ABS button 2 Odometer/trip meter 11 Rocker switch, hazard 3 Reset knob for trip meter warning flashers 4 Indicator and warning lights 5 Clock 6 Tachometer ( Optional equipment 7 Button for setting clock,...
Page 9: Indicator And Warning Lights
Indicator and warning lights 1 1 1 1 Repeater, turn indicators left/right green 6 Indicator light, neutral 2 Warning light, ABS check green 7 Warning light, fuel 3 Indicator light, level down to approx. 1 gal high-beam headlight, (4 liters) reserve, yellow blue 4 Warning light, engine oil pressure, red...
Page 10: Ignition Key And Steering Lock
Ignition key and steering lock Ignition key and steering Keys lock, tank filler cap lock and You will receive two master seat lock are all operated keys and one spare key. with the same key. On re- The key number is on the quest, System cases accompanying plastic tag.
Page 11 Ignition key and steering lock 1 1 1 • Turn the handlebars to full left Key positions lock. Never turn the key to OFF Engage the steering lock with while riding the motor- the handlebars in this position cycle only. ON Operating position, OFF* Ignition and lights off, ignition, lights and all...
Page 12: Odometer/Clock
Odometer/clock • Switch on the ignition Setting the hours: • Briefly press button 4; the Odometer/trip meter clock advances one hour Display 1 functions as odome- • Press and hold down ter and trip meter. button 4; the clock continues •...
Page 13: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard warning flashers 1 1 1 Hazard warning flashers You cannot activate the hazard warning flashers if the ignition is switched off. Do not use the hazard warning • Switch off the ignition flashers for longer than abso- – The hazard warning flashers lutely necessary.
Page 14: Handlebar Fitting
Left handlebar fitting 4 Turn indicator switch Push to the left: left turn indicators operate Push to the right: 1 Headlight flasher button right turn indicators 2 High-beam/low-beam operate ▲ headlight switch Push to center posi- High-beam headlight tion: Low-beam headlight Left/right turn indica- 3 Horn push tors off...
Page 15 Right handlebar fitting 1 1 1 5 Emergency off (kill) switch for ignition ( Ignition circuit inter- rupted Ignition circuit closed 6 Switch for heated handlebar grips ο Handlebar-grip heat- ing OFF • •• 100% 7 Starter switch To prevent air from entering the brake circuit: •...
Page 16: Seat
Seat Seat, removing/locking • Place the motorcycle on the When installing the seat, make main (center) or side stand sure that it is firmly located. – Make sure the ground is level and firm. • Turn the key in the seat lock in •...
Page 17: Topcase
Topcase 1 1 1 After an accident or if the motorcycle has fallen over, check that the topcase is cor- rectly secured. Max. load in topcase: 5 kg (11 lbs) Closing topcase With the topcase installed, it • Turn the key in the topcase is advisable not to exceed lock in direction A 130 km/h (80 mph).
Page 18 Topcase • Close engaging hook 2 Removing topcase • Turn the key in the retainer in direction A • Open engaging hook 2 Make sure that retaining • Pull topcase out of holder. hook 2 engages retaining lug 3. Installing top case •...
Page 19: System Case
System case 1 1 1 After an accident or if the • Release latch 1 by pressing in motorcycle has fallen over, the direction indicated by the check that the System cases arrow are correctly installed. • Hold down latch 1 and pull up Max.
Page 20 System case • Turn the key in the case lock to position A Closing System case • Lift the lid and push it closed until the two hooks 2 at the sides engage with an audible click. Before closing carrying •...
Page 21 System case 1 1 1 Changing case capacity • Open the case and remove all its contents • Disengage four retaining lugs 3 and move them to position A • Press retaining lugs 3 in the direction indicated by the •...
Page 22 System case • Hold down latch 1 and pull up carrying handle 2 Removing System case – Rocker switch 3 and lever 4 • Turn the key in the case lock are accessible to position A • Pull up lever 4, locking lever 5 •...
Page 23 System case 1 1 1 Installing System case When attaching, make sure • Begin by engaging the case in that the case is retained the retaining hoop securely. • then engage locking lever 5 An incorrectly secured case in mushroom retainer 6 could be lost and endanger •...
Page 24: Checklist
Maintenance Instructions), or have it performed by your authorized BMW motorcycle retailer. This is to ensure that your motorcycle complies with road-vehicle use and safety laws.
Page 25 – Wheel rim and tire condition, spokes, tread depth and tire If you encounter any problems pressures or difficulties, please contact – Loading your BMW motorcycle retailer. – Coolant level He will provide the necessary – Lights advice and assistance.
Page 26: Engine Oil
Engine oil Checking oil level The red warning light 7) for engine oil pressure indicates that the oil pump is delivering very little oil or none at all: do not regard this light as an oil level indicator. Oil pressure builds up after 1- 2 seconds and the warning light goes out –...
Page 27 • To check the oil level, reinsert • Reinstall plug 1 plug 1 with oil dipstick 2 into • Repeat the warm-up proce- its bore, but do not engage dure and recheck the oil level the threads as described above BMW recommends Castrol...
Page 28: Fuel
Fuel Refueling Fuel is flammable and explo- sive. Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the Leaded fuel will destroy the cat- fuel tank. alytic converter. Fuel expands when hot (for Do not run the fuel tank dry or instance if the fuel tank is in you may damage the engine or the sun).
Page 29 Fuel • Place the motorcycle on the main (center) or side stand – Make sure the ground is level and firm. • Open the fuel filler cap • Refuel Always use the key to close the fuel filler cap. • Close the fuel filler cap Always stop filling the fuel tank when the refueling nozzle auto- Capacity...
Page 30: Handlebar Levers
• Firmly retighten locknut 4 The scope of the BMW Inspec- • Recheck lever play tion includes basic adjustment • Pull flexible gaiter 6 back into of the clutch.
Page 31 For this reason, check pres- Immediately seek the advice sure at the handbrake lever of a specialized workshop, and the brake pedal before preferably your authorized starting each journey. BMW motorcycle retailer.
Page 32: Brakes
To ensure reliability have all the safety of the brake sys- work on the brake systems tem. performed by a specialized Immediately seek the advice workshop, preferably an au- of a specialized workshop, thorized BMW motorcycle re- preferably an authorized tailer. BMW motorcycle retailer.
Page 33 Checking brake pads Have the brake pads replaced before they wear to the mini- mum permissible thickness: have the work performed by a specialized workshop, prefer- ably an authorized Brake pad wear depends on BMW motorcycle retailer. your personal style of riding.
Page 34 33, 34) have atmosphere. the brake system checked Consequently, the brake fluid without delay by a specialized must be changed regularly by workshop, preferably an au- a specialized workshop, pref- thorized BMW motorcycle re- erably an authorized tailer. BMW motorcycle retailer.
Page 35 Brakes Checking front brake fluid level • Move the handlebars to the straight-ahead position • Check brake fluid level at dis- Never permit the brake fluid play: level to drop below the mini- MIN Minimum level mum level (MIN mark). Halfway up display •...
Page 36 Brakes Checking rear brake fluid level Never permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN • Check the brake fluid level: mark on the brake fluid reser- MAX Maximum level voir MIN Minimum level • Place motorcycle on main (center) stand or hold it verti- Gradual wear of the brake pads –...
Page 37: Shock-Absorbers
Shock absorbers Adjusting shock absorber If the suspension of your mo- torcycle has been lowered, the reduction in ground clear- ance reduces the maximum • Adjust the shock absorber possible angle of lean for cor- with a screwdriver nering. Firm setting "H": Lowering the suspension re- •...
Page 38: Spring Preload
Spring preload Adjusting spring preload Soft setting (for light rider): If the suspension of your mo- • Turn knob 1 as far as it will go torcycle has been lowered, counter-clockwise in the the reduction in ground clear- direction indicated by the ance reduces the maximum "LOW"...
Page 39: Drive Chain
Drive chain • Place the motorcycle on its main stand [Dakar: side stand] Checking chain – Make sure the ground is level and firm. • Chain stretch is not uniform, so turn the rear wheel until Chain tension has an effect on you find the point at which the the rate of wear of the drive chain is at its tightest...
Page 40: Loads
Accessories and loads Correct loading Overloading can impair the BMW cannot examine or test handling of your motorcycle. each product of outside origin on the accessories and tires market to ensure that it can be • Make sure that the weight is...
Page 41 Accessories and loads Do not exceed the gross weight limit of 380 kg (838 lbs). Do not exceed the wheel load limits of 124 kg (273 lbs) at the front and 256 kg (564 lbs) at the The total weight is the sum of: rear.
Page 42: Wheels
Have damaged wheel rims Always have damaged checked and, if necessary, spokes and irregular spoke replaced by a specialized tension rectified immediately workshop, preferably an au- by a specialized workshop, thorized BMW motorcycle re- preferably an authorized tailer. BMW motorcycle retailer.
Page 43 Wheels • Place the motorcycle on its main stand [Dakar: side stand] – Make sure the ground is level and firm. • Tap spokes with a screw- driver and listen for the cor- rect ringing sound If the note varies, spoke tension is uneven (some spokes too loose or too tight).
Page 44 • Measure tread depth at the force. center of the tire tread Use only metal valve caps with rubber seals. Valve caps BMW's minimum tread depth that are screwed on well pre- recommendation: vent air from escaping sud- Front ....2 mm(0.08 in) denly.
Page 45: Coolant
• Check coolant at expansion tank: If the expansion tank is full and Minimum level the coolant temperature is high (as indicated by red warning light 58) or coolant con- sumption is excessive, consult Never overfill the expansion an authorized BMW motorcycle tank. retailer.
Page 46: Lights
Consult a specialized work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW motorcycle retailer, to have the headlight adjusted to If turn indicator repeater flashes suit whichever rule of the road at twice the usual speed: applies.
Page 47 38, 39). Consult a specialized workshop, Only if the load carried on the preferably an authorized BMW motorcycle is very high, the motorcycle retailer, if you are headlight beam can be further unsure whether the headlight lowered by turning knurled basic setting is correct.
Page 48: First Time Out
First time out Handling your motorcycle safely Each motorcycle has a charac- ter all its own. It is time now for The tires need to cover a cer- you to familiarize yourself with tain distance before they ac- the way your own motorcycle quire their full road grip behaves: 55).
Page 49 First time out Safe motorcycling doesn’t Do not ride the motorcycle af- depend on the motorcycle ter drinking alcoholic bever- alone. ages. Even small amounts of Your own skill and common- alcohol or drugs, particularly sense are needed too. if taken in conjunction with The key to genuine safety on medicines, will adversely af- the road is a sensible balance...
Page 50: Important Notes
Important notes Risk of poisoning The exhaust fumes contain car- bon monoxide, which is color- less and odorless but highly toxic. Inhaling exhaust fumes there- Risk of fire fore represents a health risk High temperatures occur at the and can even cause loss of exhaust system, particularly at consciousness with fatal con- the catalytic converter.
Page 51 BMW motorcycle there is a risk of it overheating retailer. and being damaged.
Page 52: Side Stand
Side stand • Switch off the ignition • Keep both feet on the ground • Hold the left handlebar grip Placing motorcycle on with your left hand side stand • Keep your right hand on the right handlebar grip and the handbrake lever •...
Page 53 Side stand Removing motorcycle from side stand • Both feet on the ground, no weight on the motorcycle Make sure the side stand is • Hold the left handlebar grip fully retracted before you ride with your left hand off. •...
Page 54: Main (Center) Stand
Main (center) stand • Switch off the ignition • Hold the left handlebar grip Placing motorcycle on with your left hand main (center) stand • Hold the lifting handle with your right hand • Place your right foot on the pin of the main stand, and For safety reasons, never sit press the stand down until...
Page 55 Main (center) stand Removing motorcycle from main stand Make sure the main stand is ful- ly retracted before you ride off. • Turn the ignition key to the "R" or "ON" position ( – Handlebars unlocked • Hold the left handlebar grip with your left hand •...
Page 56: Running In
1,000 km (approx. 600 miles). Exceeding the specified engine Make an appointment with speeds while running in will lead your authorized BMW motor- to increased engine wear. cycle retailer in good time, so that the work can be per- formed punctually.
Page 57 Running in Running in new brake pads New brake pads must “bed Running in new tires down” and therefore do not achieve their optimum friction levels during the first 500 km (300 miles). New tires have a smooth sur- This slight initial reduction in face.
Page 58: Before You Start
Before you start Switch on the ignition – Engine stop switch 1 in the operating position • Ignition key ON ( • Wait until the warning light for coolant temperature ( stops flashing Select neutral – Neutral indicator light In an emergency only: green 7) ON •...
Page 59: Starting
Starting Starting • Press starter button 2 (max. 5 seconds) and do not release it until the engine is running smoothly • Do not turn the throttle twist- grip when starting the engine. After releasing the starter but- ton if the engine does not start, wait at least 5 seconds before pressing the starter button again.
Page 60: Indicator And Warning Lights
(red) flashes if coolant consumption is ex- for approx. 3 seconds after you cessive, consult a specialized switch on the ignition. workshop, preferably your au- The electronic engine manage- thorized BMW motorcycle re- ment system initializes itself tailer. during this period.
Page 61 If warning light 3 comes on dur- rect, you must consult a spe- ing the journey, take the follow- cialized workshop, preferably ing action as soon as traffic an authorized BMW motorcycle conditions permit: retailer. • Disengage the clutch • Operate the emergency off...
Page 62: Riding, Gear Shifts
Riding, gear shifts Load changes Engine speed Try not to open or close the Limit engine speed in accor- throttle abruptly, particularly dance with coolant tempera- on wet or slippery roads. ture, using the highest engine speeds only when the engine Gearshifts has reached its regular operat- ing temperature.
Page 63 Riding, gear shifts Moving away/upshifts: • Pull the clutch lever in • Press down on the gearshift lever (to select first gear) and take your foot off the lever • Smoothly re-engage the clutch • Increase engine speed slightly as necessary Downshifts •...
Page 64: Braking
Brakes Salt on brakes Wet brakes The brakes may fail to take After the motorcycle has been effect immediately if the motor- washed, ridden through water cycle was ridden on salt-cov- or ridden in the rain, the brake ered roads and the brakes were disks and pads may be wet (or not applied for some time.
Page 65 Oil and grease on brakes hydraulic fault. The brake sys- tem is defective. Immediately consult a special- ized workshop, preferably an Brake disks and pads must be authorized BMW motorcycle free from oil and grease. retailer.
Page 66 – familiarization phase Sensitive electronic con- trol It takes skill and sensitive con- Extra safety reserves trol of the brakes to pull up safely on a motorcycle. If the But remember: the potentially front wheel brake locks and the shorter braking distances wheel skids, the necessary lon- which ABS permits must not be gitudinal and lateral stabilizing...
Page 67: Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs)
When you start the engine and pull away: If the fault cannot be rectified, – Warning light 1 goes out if the immediately consult a special- ABS is in correct working ized workshop, preferably an order authorized BMW motorcycle re- tailer. Optional equipment...
Page 68 Pulsation at the brake lever indi- It is advisable to consult an cates that the ABS is in action. authorized BMW motorcycle The ABS prevents the rear retailer, and have the problem wheel lifting, depending on rectified.
Page 69 Anti-lock braking system (ABS) The ABS shuts down after ap- ABS is out of action: prox. 10 seconds if you ride with only one wheel in con- tact with the ground. If there is a fault in the ABS – at speeds below 6 km/h system –...
Page 70 ABS unless the motorcy- Off-road deactivation cle is at a standstill. In contrast to road riding, when BMW ABS should always be active in order to prevent wheel lock and a resulting accident, it may be desirable for the rider to...
Page 71 Anti-lock braking system (ABS) When the ABS is deactivated – as indicated by ABS warning light 1 flashing – none of the safety reserves normally offered by the anti-lock brak- • With the motorcycle at a ing system are available until standstill and the engine run- the ABS function is reacti- ning, press ABS button 2 and...
Page 72: Arrive Safely Arrive Safely
To be sure of achieving the nec- latest technical facilities, for essary standard, it is always example the special tools advisable to consult your developed by BMW, such as authorized BMW motorcycle the BMW diagnosis system and retailer. exhaust emissions tester.
Page 73 They are the only way to be genuinely certain that your BMW is being kept in perfect working order. For generous treatment of claims submitted after the war- ranty period has expired, evi-...
Page 74: Service Worldwide
They can provide Call us if you have any ques- practical advice on what to do tions about the BMW dealer- next and can make arrange- ship network. You can contact ments on your behalf, for exam-...
Page 75: Environmental Protection
This not only because your new BMW is available with exhaust emission control by closed- loop, three-way catalytic con- verter. …recycling …waste disposal…...
Page 76: Bmw Rider's Equipment
• Helmet your sights too high. It is good • Suit to know that the BMW brand • Gloves can be trusted to supply you • Boots with safe, high-quality rider's clothing as well.
Page 77: Bmw Motorcycle Accessories
This is our motto – and it is one itself. This calls for a great deal we live up to. For many years of experience, but our engi- now, BMW has offered the neers are themselves enthusi- enthusiast everything capable astic motorcyclists who know of enhancing the fascination of what is needed.
Page 78: Training Means Extra Safety
Work up to the wheel lock limit – Take bends smoothly and gradually. rhythmically, avoiding harsh BMW has a worthwhile safety braking and acceleration contribution to make in this area – Approach bends slower than too – BMW Safety Training.
Page 79: Concluding Thoughts
Instructions. BMW motorcycle retailer is best placed to service your – BMW Repair Manual motorcycle – BMW set of circuit diagrams • Do not under any circum- stances install unapproved It's good to know you've accessories. They may give thought of everything, isn't it?
Page 80 A - H ABS shutdown button, 6 Drive chain Adjusting headlight beam Check, 37 throw, 44 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Check, 65 Emergency off (kill) switch for Notes, 64 ignition, 13 Self-diagnosis, 65 Engine oil, 25 Troubleshooting, 65 Engine oil pressure Indicator light, 59 Anti-lock braking system (ABS) Deactivation, 68...
Page 81 H - S Hazard warning flashers, 11 Headlight flasher, button, 12 Octane number, fuel, 27 Headlight setting Odometer, 6, 10 RHD/LHD traffic, 44 Oil filler neck, 25 Heated handlebar grips Oil level Rocker switch, 6 Check, 25 High-beam/low-beam headlight Engine oil pressure, 59 switch, 12 Repeaters Ignition key and steering lock, 8...
Page 82 T - Z Tachometer, 6 Tank Capacity, 27 Tank cap, 26 Tires Tire pressures, 41 Tread depth, 42 Toolkit, 5 Topcase, 15 Transmission in neutral Indicator light, 7 Tread depth, tires, 42 Turn indicators Repeaters, 7 Turn indicators switch, 12 Valve caps, 42 Warning light Low fuel level, 7, 59...
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Page 84 Important notes This symbol indicates pre- cautions and measures which are essential in protecting the rider and other persons from severe or fatal injury. Specific instructions and safety precautions intended to pre- vent damage to the motorcycle. Disregarding them may render the warranty invalid.
Page 85 Errors and omissions excepted. nal-market specification. No © 2003 BMW Motorrad claims will be entertained as a Not to be reproduced either result of such discrepancies. wholly or in part without written...
Page 86 BMW recommends Castrol BMW Motorrad Printed information Order No.: 01 47 7 685 937 10.2003 The Ultimate 1st edition US / RF Driving Machine...
Page 87 Errors and omissions excepted. nal-market specification. No © 2003 BMW Motorrad claims will be entertained as a Not to be reproduced either result of such discrepancies. wholly or in part without written...
Page 88 BMW recommends Castrol BMW Motorrad Printed information Order No.: 01 47 7 685 937 10.2003 The Ultimate 1st edition US / RF Driving Machine...

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