2008 BMW F 650 GsBmw F 650 Gs 2008

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 2008 BMW F 650 Gs, manufacturered by Bmw Ag Motorcycles.

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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 2008 BMW F 650 Gs produced?
     - The 2008 BMW F 650 Gs is produced in Munich Bavaria, Germany.
  • Are there recalls for the 2008 BMW F 650 Gs?
     - There are 7 recall(s) for the 2008 BMW F 650 Gs, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 130389 [USA]: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 80250 [USA]: A loose brake disc may interfere with proper braking performance and may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 83693 [USA]: If the broken chain becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the frame, the rear wheel could lock up, possibly resulting in a crash.

  • Recall 73808 [USA]: Water could flow into the canister causing a stalling condition increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 83897 [USA]: It is possible for the fasteners to work loose from the sprocket, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 84358 [USA]: If this happened, the fastener could work loose from its threads. in some cases involving multiple fasteners, the brake disc could loosen, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall RM/2010/023 [UK]: Braking performance may be affected

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • B611305 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
  • MC610321 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: The motorcycle will not start. The vehicle battery is empty even though the battery charger was permanently connected to the 12v power socket.
  • MC460521 - STRUCTURE: Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the bmw motorrad special accessories catalog for the gs models.
  • MC55297495 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket (manufactured before 2009)headlights and rear lights light up intermittently despite the ignition being switched off and the battery charger bein
  • MC610208 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The wiring harness of the f 650 gs and f 650 gs dakar (r13) models is routed along the right-hand top rail of the frame. Weld spatter on the frame and/or adverse routing in the vicinity of the banjo bolt of the hydraulic spring base adjuste
  • MC210221 - POWER TRAIN: The clutch plates do not tolerate frequent and prolonged operation at the clutch friction zone, causing a shorter service life in motorcycles that see intensive use
  • MC51142327 - EQUIPMENT: Leaks have been reported in fork legs. The cause is reported be from oil lubricating film with accompanying dirt/grease ring is incorrectly interpreted to be a leaking fork leg. Investigations have shown that the part is not defective.
  • B611305 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This doc
  • MC1965083203 - ENGINE (PWS): Oil leaking from around the oil sump gasket.
  • MC53055102 - POWER TRAIN: Gear lever does not return to neutral position. Uneven faces on shifting pawl.
  • MC62332524 - POWER TRAIN: Occasionally it's not possible to downshift the transmission; especially from 3rd to 2nd gear.
  • MC59759165 - POWER TRAIN: Transmission rattles when the engine is at operating temperature and idling.
  • SIB-11-03-08 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV): Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm updated on 4/24/2013. *kb
  • SIB-63-02-01 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm
  • SIB-16-02-09 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as wel
  • SB-00-021-07 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Bmw motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. Bmw motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty restrictions. Ethanol mixtures in proportions higher than 10%
  • TB-00-015-08 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Bmw motorcycle: update of bms kp software to cip 12.0 or greater status. Noticed that some f650/f800 gs (k72) motorcycles could display a tendency to stall when coasting or when the clutch is disengaged. No model years listed. *
  • TSB-17-001-09 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS: Bmw motorcycle: the coolant inlet hose is not compliant with the applicable bmw specifications. Engine operation can cause the inlet hose to widen and become correspondingly shorter; overtime this contraction in length can cause the hose to
  • TB-61-002-08 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Bmw mc: wiring harness of motorcycles is routed along right hand top rail of frame. Weld spatter on frame and/or adverse routing in vicinity of banjo bolt of hydraulic spring base adjuster can result in chafing of the wiring harness. M
  • SB-61-003-08 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR: Bmw vehicles: routing abs front wheel speed sensor cable. The wiring harness front wheel speed sensor periphery plug connection is mounted on the fork cover at the bottom. *pe
  • 13-003-08 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Bmw motorcycle: replacement of fuel-pressure sensor. Check of position of protective film (f-800 gs only). *pe

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