BMW MOTORRAD F 650 CS 2003 Rider's Manual (in English)

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General information and controls
TopcaseOE
d Warning:
After an accident or if the
motorcycle has fallen over,
check that the topcase is cor-
rectly secured.
Max. load in topcase: 5 kg
(approx. 11 lbs)
With the topcase installed, it
is advisable not to exceed
130 km/h (80 mph).
Opening the topcase Turn the key in the topcase lock to position A
Swing latch 1 up until the lid
of the topcase opens
Closing the topcase Turn the key in the topcase lock to position A
 Push the lid of the topcase
down
Push latch 1 down
 Lock the case and remove the
key
OAOptional accessory
1
A
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General information and controls
TopcaseOE
Removing the topcase  Turn the key in the retainer to position B
 Open retaining hook 2
 Pull the topcase off the mount
Installing the topcase Turn the key in the retainer to position B
 Open retaining hook 2
 Push the topcase onto the
mount  Close retaining hook
2
d Warning:
Make sure that retaining
hook 2 engages retaining
lug 3.
Lock the case and remove the key
OAOptional accessory
2
B
3
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Safety check
2
Checklist
Use the safety checklist –
before every journey
Please perform the safety
check accurately. If your motor-
cycle needs any routine mainte-
nance, you can attend to it
before the journey starts
(
b Maintenance Instructions),
or have it carried out by your
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer. This is to ensure that your
motorcycle complies with road-
vehicle use and safety laws.
A motorcycle in perfect techni-
cal condition is essential for
your safety and that of other
road users.
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Checklist
For this reason, check the
details in the following sections
before you start the journey:
–Fuel level
–Clutch-lever play
– Brake pressure
– Brake fluid levels (front and rear)
–Drive belt
– Warning lights and telltale lights
– Wheel rim and tyre condition, tread depth and tyre pres-
sures – Load and gross weight
–Coolant level
– Lights
– Check regularly (every time
you stop for fuel), on the basis
of the following section:
– Engine oil level (every second stop for fuel)
– Brake pads
If you encounter any problems
or difficulties, it is always best
to contact your authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer. He will
provide the necessary advice
and assistance.
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Safety check
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Engine oil
Checking oil level
e Attention:
The red warning light
p (b7)
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 –
the red engine oil pressure
warning light
p should remain
off when the engine is running.
Check the oil level regularly,
each time you stop for fuel (or
every second time at the latest).
e Attention:
The dipstick might show a low
oil level if the motorcycle has
been out of use for a lengthy
period. Under these circum-
stances top up the oil level only
after measuring the oil level in
accordance with the instruc-
tions.
Check the oil level only when
the engine is at operating tem-
perature.
Checking the oil level when the
engine is cold, just after the en-
gine has been run briefly or
when it is not properly warm will
falsify the reading, and could
lead to the engine being operat-
ed with the wrong quantity of oil
in the system.
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Engine oil
L Note:
The oil level varies with the tem-
perature of the oil. The higher
the temperature, the higher the
level of oil in the tank.
In order to avoid overfilling, it is
advisable to check the oil level
after the motorcycle has been
ridden.  Hold the motorcycle upright
– Make sure the ground is level and firm.
– Check the oil when the engine is at operating temperature
(after the motorcycle has
been ridden, or else allow the
engine to idle until the fan
switches on)
 Allow the engine to idle for at least 1 minute
 Switch off the ignition
 Remove plug 2
e Attention:
To avoid damage to the engine:
– Never exceed the maximum oil level.
– Always keep the level above
the minimum mark.
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Safety check
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MAX
MIN
1
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2
A
 Wipe off oil dipstick 4, using a
clean, lint-free cloth
 To check the oil level, reinsert
plug 2 with oil dipstick 4 into
its bore, but do not engage
the threads
 Check the oil level at the marks:
MAX Maximum level
MIN Minimum level
The difference between
the two marks corresponds
to approx. 0.4 litre
(0.70 imp. pint)  If necessary, use funnel
1 to
add oil through filler neck 3
until the level reaches middle
mark A
 Reinstall plug 2
 Repeat the warm-up proce- dure and re-check the oil level
as described above
Engine oil
BMW recommends Castrol
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Refuelling
d Warning:
Fuel is flammable and explo-
sive. Do not smoke. Never
bring a naked flame near the
fuel tank.
Fuel expands when hot (for
instance if the fuel tank is in
the sun). Consequently, add
fuel only until the pump noz-
zle automatically cuts off the
supply.
e Attention:
Leaded fuel will destroy the cat-
alytic converter.
Do not run the fuel tank dry or
you may damage the engine or
catalytic converter.
Wipe off plastic parts immedi-
ately if they are wetted with fuel.
Fuel
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 Prop the motorcycle on its side stand
– Make sure the ground is level and firm.
 Open the fuel filler cap
Refuel
e Attention:
Add fuel only until the pump
nozzle automatically cuts off the
supply
– Always use regular unleaded fuel to DIN 51607 or equiva-
lent standard, min. octane
number 91 (RON) or 81 (MON)
e Attention:
Always use the key to lock the
fuel filler cap.
 Close the fuel filler cap
Capacity– Usable tank capacity 15 litres
–A yellow warning light 1
comes on when there are
approximately 4 litres (0.9 gal)
of fuel left in the tank
Fuel
1
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Clutch-lever play
e Attention:
The clutch will be damaged if
you ride the motorcycle without
play at the clutch lever.
The scope of the BMW Inspec-
tion includes basic adjustment
of the clutch.
Check:
 Pull the lever until resistance is perceptible
Measure play Specified value:
B = 1…2 mm (0.04...0.08 in) To adjust:
 Push back flexible gaiter
5
 Unfasten locknut 4
 Turn adjusting screw 6 as
necessary
 Retighten locknut 4
 Check play, and adjust if nec-
essary
 Pull flexible gaiter 5 back into
position over locknut 4 and
adjusting screw 6
Clutch lever, adjustingTurn knob A to set the most
comfortable span:
–Setting 1: minimum span
–Setting 3: maximum span
Handlebar levers
6
4
B
5
A
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