BMW F 800 GS User Manual

tem when jump-starting the
engine.
First connect positive terminal
of the discharged battery to
positive terminal on the donor
battery with red jumper cable
(positive terminal on this mo-
torcycle: position 2).
Connect black jumper cable
to negative terminal of donor
battery and then to negative
terminal of the discharged bat-
tery (negative terminal on this
motorcycle: position 1).
NOTICE
As an alternative to the negative
battery terminal, the spring strut
bolt can also be used.
Allow engine on support mo-
torcycle to run while jump-
starting.
Start engine of motorcycle with
discharged battery in usual
way; if engine does not start,
wait a few minutes before re-
peating attempt in order to pro-
tect starter motor and donor
battery.
Allow both engines to run for
several minutes before discon-
necting the jumper cables.
Disconnect the jump leads
from negative terminal first,
then disconnect from positive
terminal.
NOTICE
To start the engine, do not use
start sprays or similar items.
Installing center fairing panel
( 119).
Battery
Maintenance instructions
Correct battery maintenance
combined with proper charging
and storage procedures extends
the battery's service life, and is
also required for warranty claims.
Compliance with the points be-
low is important in order to maxi-
mize battery life:
Keep the surface of the battery
clean and dry.
Do not open the battery.
Do not top up with water.
Be sure to read and comply
with the instructions for charg-
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BMW F 800 GS Specifications

General

Displacement	798 cc
Bore x Stroke	82 mm x 75.6 mm
Power	85 hp (63 kW) at 7, 500 rpm
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Front Suspension	Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
ABS	Standard
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Final Drive	Chain
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin
Torque	83 Nm (61 lb-ft) at 5, 750 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminum dual swing arm
Front Brake	Twin disc, 300 mm, 2-piston floating calipers
Rear Brake	Single disc, 265 mm, single-piston floating caliper
Fuel Capacity	16 liters
Seat Height	880 mm
Wet Weight	214 kg
Dry Weight	421 lbs (191 kg)
Frame	Tubular steel frame
Length	2, 320 mm
Width	945 mm
Height	1, 350 mm
Wheelbase	1, 578 mm