Wheels - BMW F 800 GS Rider's Manual

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Loosen quick-release axle
nut 1.
Loosen lock nuts 2 on left and
right by turning counterclock-
z
wise.
Adjust chain tension with ad-
justing screws 3 on left and
right.
Turning clockwise: chain ten-
sion is reduced.
Turning counterclockwise:
chain tension is increased.
Checking chain tension (
Make sure that the same scale
value 4 is set on the left and
right.
Tighten lock nuts 2 on left and
right by turning clockwise.
Locknut of drive-chain
tensioning screw
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Tighten quick-release axle
nut 1 with specified torque.
Rear-wheel quick-release
axle in swinging arm
74 lb/ft (100 Nm)
Checking chain wear
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
91)
Pull chain toward rear at rear-
most point of chain sprocket.
The tooth tips must still be
within the chain links.
If the chain can be pulled off be-
yond the tooth tips:
Please contact a specialized
workshop, preferably an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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Tire recommendation
For every size of tire, BMW Mo-
torrad has tested certain makes
and approved those it has found
to be roadworthy. If you use