BMW 2012 G 650 GS Sertao User Manual

reliability of the brake system,
make sure that the brake pads
are not worn beyond their mini-
mum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialist service facility,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Checking rear brake pad
thickness
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Check the brake pad thickness
with visual inspection. Direc-
tion of view: from rear at brake
caliper 1.
Rear brake-pad wear
limit
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Only friction material with-
out carrier plate.)
If the wear indicating mark is no
longer visible:
Dropping below the mini-
mum pad thickness leads
to reduced braking performance
and may result in damage to the
brakes.
In order to ensure the operating
reliability of the brake system,
make sure that the brake pads
are not worn beyond their mini-
mum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Checking front brake fluid
level
A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can allow air
to penetrate the brake system.
This significantly reduces braking
efficiency.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and hold motorcycle verti-
cally.
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BMW 2012 G 650 GS Sertao Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, four-stroke
Displacement	652 cc
Transmission	5-speed
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Cooling	Liquid-cooled
ABS	Optional
Tires Front	90/90-21
Tires Rear	130/80-17
Power	48 hp (35 kW) at 6, 500 rpm
Torque	60 Nm (44 lb-ft) at 5, 000 rpm
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Front Brake	Single disc
Rear Brake	Single disc
Weight	192 kg
Fuel Capacity	14 liters
Seat Height	860 mm