BMW G 650 XCOUNTRY Rider's Manual

mover. Then add a protective
wax coating to the paint at these
locations.
Protective wax coating
To preserve the finish of your
motorcycle, BMW Motorrad rec-
ommends using BMW Car Wax
or agents that contain carnauba
or synthetic waxes.
A sure sign that the paint must
be protected, is the fact that wa-
ter no longer pearls up on it.
Storing motorcycle
Clean motorcycle.
Remove battery.
Spray brake and clutch lever,
side stand pivot and, if neces-
sary, main stand pivot with a
suitable lubricant.
Coat bare metal and chrome-
plated parts with an acid-free
grease (e.g. Vaseline).
Park motorcycle in a dry room
so that both wheels are un-
loaded.
Before putting the motor-
cycle into storage, have
the engine oil and the oil filter
element changed by a special-
ist workshop, preferably an au-
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Combine work for storing/return-
ing to use with maintenance ser-
vice or an inspection.
Returning motorcycle
to use
Remove the protective wax
coating.
Clean the motorcycle.
Install a charged battery.
Before starting: Observe
checklist.
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BMW G 650 XCOUNTRY Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, four-stroke
Displacement	652 cc
Max Torque	60 Nm (44 lb-ft) at 5, 250 rpm
Transmission	5-speed
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Front Suspension	45 mm telescopic fork
Max Power	53 hp (39 kW) at 7, 000 rpm
Fuel Capacity	9.5 liters
Seat Height	840 mm
Front Brakes	Single 300 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear Brakes	Single 240 mm disc with single-piston caliper
Dry Weight	148 kg