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General instructions

The "Maintenance" chapter de-

scribes straightforward proced-

ures for checking and replacing

certain wear parts.

Special tightening torques are lis-

ted as applicable. The tightening

torques for the threaded fasten-

ers on your vehicle are listed in

the section entitled "Technical

data".

You will find information on more

extensive maintenance and repair

work in the Repair Manual on

DVD for your vehicle, which is

available from your authorised

BMW Motorrad dealer.

Some of the work calls for spe-

cial tools and a thorough know-

ledge of the technology involved.

If you are in doubt consult a

specialist workshop, preferably

your authorised BMW Motorrad

dealer.

Toolkit

Standard tool kit

1 Screwdriver handle

2 Reversible screwdriver

blade

With star-head and plain-

tip ends

Replacing bulbs for front

and rear turn indicators

( 127).

Replacing number-plate

light bulbs ( 128).

Removing battery

( 135).

3 Open-ended spanner

Width across flats 17

Adjusting mirror arm

( 52).

4 Torx wrench, T40

Adjusting headlight beam

throw ( 57).

5 Reversible screwdriver

blade

Phillips PH1 and Torx T25

Removing centre trim

panel ( 129).

Service toolkit

with service toolkit

104

Maintenance

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BMW F 700 GS Specifications

General

Displacement	798 cc
Power	75 hp (55 kW) at 7, 300 rpm
Torque	77 Nm (57 lb-ft) at 5, 300 rpm
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
ABS	Standard
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line two-cylinder
Transmission	6-speed
Seat Height	820 mm (32.3 in)
Fuel Capacity	16 liters (4.2 gal)
Weight	209 kg
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminum dual swing arm
Front Brake	300 mm
Rear Brake	Single disc, 265 mm