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Welcome to the BMW F650 CS Motorcycle FAQ site. This is meant to be a supplement to the FAQs on F650.com Black Belt Gang FAQs
Please be patient while we are adding content to this FAQ! You can also contribute by emailing us at moc.liamg|GBB056F#moc.liamg|GBB056F or even JOINING the FAQ yourself to edit and or post new articles!
Until then feel free to enjoy the following youtube video which will explain the basics of the bike:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5H2riFnWIcE
You can also search for F650cs on youtube and find an array of videos from all over the world!
A lot of the work requires the bike to be raised up into the air. Please view the jackup-points page prior to attempting any work!
Documentation
Official Maintenance and Service Requirements with intervals
Parts list with aftermarket alternatives
General F650CS eBrochure (PDF)
2003 F650CS Scarver Dealer Brochure (PDF)
Wiring Diagrams
Service Manual
Road Tests & Reviews
Recalls that were issued for the Scarver
Where to find VIN and other labels and numbers
Brakes
Brake Fluid Flush / Brake Bleeding
Front Brake Pad Change
Rear Brake Pad Change along with a quick Caliper rebuilt
Front Brake Disc Change
Rear Brake Disc change
Clutch
Common Problems
Neutral Safety switch melts
Headlight bounces inside the housing
Highbeam Flasher quits working
Surging for Pre 2005
Oil in the airbox
Cracks in Stuff Bay guard rails
Stalling and Surging
Headlight issues (weak, bouncing, ground wire breaking off, wires melting)
Vibrations throughout
Clunky gearbox
odometer rollback upon turnoff
Clock running fast
Airfilter difficult to fit into airbox
Cooling System
Radiator Removal for Replacement
Changing Coolant
CS Belt Drive
The basics of the belt drive
How to check and adjust the belts tension
Instructions on the belt replacement
Official Belt replacement PDF with pictures of damaged belts
Dual Seat
Stock seat options and colors
Aftermarket Seats
Electrical
Alternator output 400w
Alarm install Scorpio SRi-500 SE with perimeter sensor
Battery Service and removal
Rebuilding the ignition switch
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Stebel Air Horn installation
GPS
Engine (Oil Leaks etc.)
Engine oil capacity with filter change 2.5 Liters
Correct starting procedure
Valve Check every 6.000 miles
Oil Sump Plug Replacement
Oil Change
How to check the oil on the scarver
How to replace the waterpump seal (50K service)
Cleaning out the airbox
Fuel injector cleaning and testing
Exhaust Assembly
The exhaust page
Aftermarket exhaust in depth
F650 CS Photo Gallery
F650cs Photogallery
Factory Color options
Special paint combinations
Frame/Fairing (Windshields, Buffeting, Fenders etc.)
Removing the fairing parts or "tupperware"
Windshield options
Front Forks Suspension
Fuel (Tank/Pump/Preparation System/Air Filter)
Airfilter Change
Aftermarket Airfilter Pictures
Fuel pump flange leak service bulletin
Canisterectomy
Gearbox
Shifter level ball bearing linkage breakage - common problem
Handlebars
(rubber grip replacement writeup was removed) <-- write a new one up!
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Instruments-Measuring Systems
Instrument Cluster bulb replacement
LED Instrument Cluster Bulbs
Lighting
Bulb Listing
P3 LED Taillights
Illuminator Foglights from Wunderlich
Foglights the BSK way
NippoNormans LED Brake Light Cluster
LED Front and Back Turn Signals
Hyperlites LED Clusters
Brake! LED Taillight
How to remove your headlight
Clear LED Taillight (not recommended)
Tail Light Replacement
Light Bar
AdventureTech LED Tail Light Kit
Rattling Low Beam Headlight
Luggage (stuffbay, side cases)
Stuff Bay Options
Side
Tail Luggage
Krauser K-Wing Installation
Miscellaneous (Tools, Winterizing, Strange Noises etc.)
DIY heated jacket
Adding SOLAS reflective tape for visibility
Parts Fiche (56K Stay Away!)
Parts Fiche - Page 1
Parts Fiche - Page 2
Parts Fiche - Page 3
Performance Modifications
Usual suspects - The top performance upgrades for the CS
Personalising Your F
The popular CS tail mod
The elusive exhaust options
Windshield mods
Home made handguard spoilers
Shortening the super long OEM mirrors
Engine spoiler options
Barend-Mirrors
Snorkel mod
Koubalinks / Lowering your Scarver
Engine guard
Center Stand
F650CS integrated garage door opener
LED tail light
Xenon HID conversion
Barsnake
Handguards
Handlebar raisers
Pedal Extensions
Reflective Chevrons
Purchasing (History, Comparisons, High Miles)
Speedometer rollback upon turnoff
Rear Axle-Suspension
Rear wheel bearing replacement
Riding
Steering
Steering Head Bearing should be checked annually
Repair/straighten a twisted front fork
Tires & Wheels
Front 110/70ZR17 Rear 160/60ZR17
Front Wheel Removal
Rear Wheel removal
Future additions to the FAQ:
—Fuel Evap valve removal
Fuel pump repair
Clutch Basket
Coolant Flush
Oil seal change to avoid engine/coolant mix
Oil filter drainage tool
Gas cap replacement
Headlight ground repair
Highway pegs
clutch stuff—