2003 BMW MOTORRAD F 650 CS Rider's Manual (in English)

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General information and controls
Softbag
Softbag for stowage
compartment, inserting/
securing
e Attention:
Max. load in stowage compart-
ment 5 kg (approx. 11 lbs)
Make sure the softbag is cor-
rectly fastened.
 Prop the motorcycle on its
side stand
– Make sure the ground is level and firm.  Insert the softbag into the
stowage compartment as
illustrated
 Pass loops 2 through the
stowage-compartment rail at
positions B, C and through
the cover at position A
 Engage in hook 1
C
B
A
1
2
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General information and controls
1
Softbag
OA
Softbag for rear seat,
securing/removing
e Attention:
Make sure the softbag is cor-
rectly fastened.
See the installation instructions
enclosed with the softbag for a
more detailed description.  Prop the motorcycle on its
side stand
– Make sure the ground is
level and firm.
 Remove the seat (
b14)
 Secure strap 1 to the frame
cross-member as illustrated
 Install the seat
OAOptional accessory
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SoftbagOA
• Lay the softbag on the rear seat with the zip fastener
toward the rear
 Thread front straps 4 through
loops 3 on left and right, pull
the straps taut and secure
them
 Loop rear straps 5 on left and
right around the luggage car-
rier (arrow) as illustrated
Engage buckle 2 and pull the
strap taut Removal is the reverse of the
installation procedure
OAOptional accessory
2
54
3
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General information and controls
Softbag for luggage
carrier, securing/
removing
e Attention:
Max. load on luggage carrier
5 kg (approx. 11 lbs)
Make sure the softbag is cor-
rectly fastened.
See the installation instructions
enclosed with the softbag for a
more detailed description.
OAOptional accessory
 Prop the motorcycle on its side stand
– Make sure the ground is
level and firm.
 Slide softbag 1 onto luggage
carrier 3 in direction A from
the rear
 Close both Velcro fasteners 4
in direction C
 With the softbag for the rear
seat installed, engage zip
fastener 2 and close in
direction B
Removal is the reverse of the
installation procedure
SoftbagOE
12
3
4
A
B
C
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TopcaseOE
d Warning:
After an accident or if the
motorcycle has fallen over,
check that the topcase is cor-
rectly secured.
Max. load in topcase: 5 kg
(approx. 11 lbs)
With the topcase installed, it
is advisable not to exceed
130 km/h (80 mph).
Opening the topcase Turn the key in the topcase lock to position A
Swing latch 1 up until the lid
of the topcase opens
Closing the topcase Turn the key in the topcase lock to position A
 Push the lid of the topcase
down
Push latch 1 down
 Lock the case and remove the
key
OAOptional accessory
1
A
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TopcaseOE
Removing the topcase  Turn the key in the retainer to position B
 Open retaining hook 2
 Pull the topcase off the mount
Installing the topcase Turn the key in the retainer to position B
 Open retaining hook 2
 Push the topcase onto the
mount  Close retaining hook
2
d Warning:
Make sure that retaining
hook 2 engages retaining
lug 3.
Lock the case and remove the key
OAOptional accessory
2
B
3
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Safety check
2
Checklist
Use the safety checklist –
before every journey
Please perform the safety
check accurately. If your motor-
cycle needs any routine mainte-
nance, you can attend to it
before the journey starts
(
b Maintenance Instructions),
or have it carried out by your
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer. This is to ensure that your
motorcycle complies with road-
vehicle use and safety laws.
A motorcycle in perfect techni-
cal condition is essential for
your safety and that of other
road users.
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Checklist
For this reason, check the
details in the following sections
before you start the journey:
–Fuel level
–Clutch-lever play
– Brake pressure
– Brake fluid levels (front and rear)
–Drive belt
– Warning lights and telltale lights
– Wheel rim and tyre condition, tread depth and tyre pres-
sures – Load and gross weight
–Coolant level
– Lights
– Check regularly (every time
you stop for fuel), on the basis
of the following section:
– Engine oil level (every second stop for fuel)
– Brake pads
If you encounter any problems
or difficulties, it is always best
to contact your authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer. He will
provide the necessary advice
and assistance.
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