Service and parts
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BMW F 850 GS
Service intervals, oil, spark plugs and filters from BMW's manual, for every version of the model.
2018– · type 0B09 · K81
- Engine oil
- 3.0 l · SAE 5W-40, API SL, JASO MA2
- Spark plugs
- NGK LMAR9J-9E × 2
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF160
- Air filter
- Hiflofiltro HFA7801
- Battery
- AGM · 10 Ah
- Tyres
- 90/90-21 / 150/70 R17
| Operation | When |
|---|---|
| Running-in serviceBetween 500 and 1,200 km, with the first oil change. | once at 1 000 km |
| Annual check to BMW's schedule | every 10 000 km or 12 months |
| Oil and oil filter change | every 10 000 km or 12 months |
| Valve clearance check | every 20 000 km |
| Spark plugs | every 20 000 km |
| Air filter | every 20 000 km |
| Air filter check (off-road)When riding off-road. | every 10 000 km or 12 months |
| Front fork oil | every 30 000 km |
| Brake fluidFirst after 12 months, then every 24 months. | every 24 months |
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Questions and answers
How much oil does the BMW F 850 GS take?
3.0 l of SAE 5W-40, API SL, JASO MA2 with an oil filter change, from BMW's manual.
How often is the oil changed on the BMW F 850 GS?
Every 10 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Which spark plugs fit the BMW F 850 GS?
NGK LMAR9J-9E, 2 of them.
Which oil filter fits the BMW F 850 GS?
Hiflofiltro HF160.
Which air filter fits the BMW F 850 GS?
Hiflofiltro HFA7801.
Which battery does the BMW F 850 GS use?
AGM, 10 Ah.
What tyre sizes does the BMW F 850 GS use?
Front 90/90-21, rear 150/70 R17.