BMW F 650 GS - Popular Questions, Answers, Tips & Manuals

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I have a 2001 f650 GS. When connected to the battery the engine will start automatically without turning the ignition on.

Hi Raymond remove the starter and power it up direct it could be the solonide sticking. Regards Jim...
5/8/2015 2:45:12 AM • 2001 BMW F 650... • 248 views • 1 helpful votes
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It seems that my abs pump unit keeps on running even with bike switched off. Dealer wants to sell new pump any ideas

Inspect all braking components for leaks or damage to begin with...Make sure brake lever isn't sticking ..,This could be a stuck faulty relay switch or system needs to be reset by disconnecting battery.....If no luck replace it...British Motor Works also have had faults in wiring....To be safe I would take to a Technician...They will check everything before replacing pump motor...
4/5/2015 12:51:20 PM • BMW F 650 GS... • 178 views • 2 helpful votes
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Bike feels like it is in deep sand at speeds under 45 mph.

If lifted off the ground, do the wheels rotate freely? If not, the wheel bearings will need to be replaced. It could also be the steering head bearing. Turn the handlebars from lock to lock. You may be able to feel a notch at the dead centre point. It indicates a notch in the bearing race and it will need to be replaced.
1/15/2015 1:35:17 AM • 2003 BMW F 650... • 140 views • 1 helpful votes
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Handlebar removal it is stuck

If the underside of the handlebar is stuck on the upper yolk after you have removed the four bolts, just give it a sharp rap with a rubber mallet from underneath. There is a knurled area that tends to bind but is there to assist clamping and prevent the bars from rotating in the clamp.
9/6/2014 2:03:40 AM • BMW F 650 GS... • 167 views • 0 helpful votes
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I have oil in air filter box is this normal for f650 gs 2001 models ?

sounds like its coming from the breather pipe from thd engine ! is oil level correct ? remove the pipe and clean it ! do you do a lot of short journys ? it is normal to get a little ! ! ???
4/28/2014 10:42:59 PM • 2001 BMW F 650... • 1,005 views • 1 helpful votes
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How do you remove seat

As far as I know the seat on the 650 is the same as the 800, in this case you should have a key slot on the front left just below the seat, use the bike key to unlock it, the seat then lifts from the front and can be lifted off, to put it back slide the back into the locking lugs and then just press it down at the front to lock.
4/11/2014 10:22:05 PM • BMW F 650 GS... • 533 views • 0 helpful votes
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No power from key switch

The wiring harness running from the ignition switch to the ECU on the RHS of the frame has broken. You will have to cut it open and repair the wiring. Either the red or green wire will be broken. no-power-from-key-switch-libxx4csviklowtkmoixsfsi-2-0.jpg no-power-from-key-switch-libxx4csviklowtkmoixsfsi-2-2.jpg
6/7/2014 5:12:08 PM • 2001 BMW F 650... • 87 views • 0 helpful votes
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No electrics on bmw f 650 gs

Check the battery and replace with a new one. If the battery is good, the harness from the ignition switch to the frame could be broken.
4/18/2014 8:37:47 AM • 2005 BMW F 650... • 165 views • 0 helpful votes
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No power will not start

Most likely the wiring from the ignition to the frame. 23516586-libxx4csviklowtkmoixsfsi-5-0.jpg And this will be what you are looking for. 23516586-libxx4csviklowtkmoixsfsi-5-2.jpg
2/14/2014 2:42:29 PM • BMW F 650 GS... • 436 views • 0 helpful votes
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Hi I have an 650 f 1999 oil light does not com on before start up and never saw tempruture come on I only have the bike for an week wat can be wrong please help

Check bulbs first. then check wiring. both should come on momentarily before starting.
4/7/2014 5:01:55 PM • BMW F 650 GS... • 66 views • 0 helpful votes
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Brakes fade away

are the pads free in the caliper coz if they drag they will fade ? are the pads worn more than half way as they will overheat !
3/4/2014 9:05:41 AM • 2006 BMW F 650... • 111 views • 0 helpful votes
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Brakes loose compression when hot/driving for a while

It may be time to replace the brake fluid - there may be water in it which can be absorbed from the air. Also, be sure to bleed any air out of the system.
3/4/2014 9:03:39 AM • 2006 BMW F 650... • 111 views • 1 helpful votes
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FUEL LEAKS FROM PUMP FLANGE

replace pump flange seal.
5/7/2014 3:24:03 AM • BMW F 650 GS... • 26 views • 0 helpful votes
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No idle

That typically happens when the throttle is opened slightly on startup. Cycle the ignition and start the bike up WITHOUT touching the throttle. By opening the throttle on startup, you confuse the ECU as to where the throttle butterfly is, so it doesn't know what to do when the throttle is closed.
2/22/2014 11:35:18 PM • 2005 BMW F 650... • 122 views • 0 helpful votes
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Wiring diagram

No. These units contain surface mounted components that cannot be removed or replaced without special equipment. The unit is also programmed specically for your bike.
1/29/2014 4:48:52 PM • 2002 BMW F 650... • 111 views • 0 helpful votes
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How can adjust front shock f650gs 2007

It depends on what you want to adjust. There is no screw type adjustment on the shock itself. If you are after a different feel, this can only be done by replacing the fork oil with a different grade or amount. Typically the shocks will have a 10W oil and a 120mm air gap. Using a thicker oil will make then slower, thinner oil makes them faster. Smaller air gap makes them harder, larger air gap softer.
12/26/2013 10:07:01 PM • BMW F 650 GS... • 211 views • 0 helpful votes
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Replace battery

if this is the later model 2008 onwards it is under the false fuel tank, you need to remove the top panel cover and the battery is under the panel.
1/10/2014 4:34:17 PM • BMW F 650 GS... • 76 views • 0 helpful votes
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PAINT BUBBLING ON RHS ENGINE SIDE COVER

if its bubbling and white powder coming out its corrosion and you need to get a drill with a wire brush and a small sander disc to remove the bubbles then primer then paint ! if the paint has bubbled and slight brown discolouring its your engine overheating and needs checking why ! P...
12/3/2013 2:01:24 PM • 2001 BMW F 650... • 100 views • 0 helpful votes
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