BMW F 700 GS, Rider'S Manual, Page: 99 / 157

of the tyre, e.g. by the letters TI,
TWI or by an arrow.
If the tyre tread is worn to min-
imum:
Replace tyre or tyres, as applic-
able.
Chain
Lubricating chain
Dirt, dust and inadequate
lubrication will result in ac-
celerated wear and significantly
shorten the drive chain's useful
life.
Clean and lubricate the drive
chain at regular intervals.
Lubricate the drive chain every
1000 km at the latest. Lubric-
ate the chain more frequently if
the motorcycle is ridden in wet,
dusty or dirty conditions.
Switch the ignition off and se-
lect neutral.
Clean the drive chain with a
suitable cleaning product, dry it
and apply chain lubricant.
Wipe off excess lubricant.
Check chain sag
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
Turn the rear wheel until it
reaches the position with the
lowest amount of chain sag.
Use a screwdriver to push the
chain up and down and meas-
ure difference
A .
Chain deflection
30...40 mm (Motorcycle with
no weight applied, supported
on its side stand)
with lowered suspension
OE
20...30 mm (Motorcycle with
no weight applied, supported
on its side stand)
If measured value is outside per-
mitted tolerance:
Adjust chain sag ( 97).
Adjust chain sag
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
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