BMW F 800 GS (K72 Rotax) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
798cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin DOHC 8-Valve 360-deg Rotax · Source: BMW F 800 GS (K72 Rotax) (2008–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the BMW F 800 GS (K72 Rotax) (2008–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2008–2017 BMW F 800 GS (K72 Rotax) (chassis K72/0219/0B02) requires 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) of SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2, API SL / BMW Advantec Ultimate 5W-40) engine oil for a drain-only change and 2.9 L (3.06 US qt) with filter service (11428562889 / HF160). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI front (90/90-21) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (150/70 R17), paired with 2× NGK LMAR8J-9E / DCPR8E spark plug(s) and a YTX14-BS / YTZ14S battery.
Drain only: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~376 km (234 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 15W-50 (Alt: SAE 15W-50 (구형 F800 Rotax)) · JASO MA2 · API SL / BMW Advantec Ultimate 5W-40 |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 2.9 L (3.06 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.3 L (3.49 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 11428562889 / HF160 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold upright on level ground; rest dipstick UNTHREADED on filler neck (do NOT screw in) |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 40 N·m (29.5 lb-ft / 4.08 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 90/90-21 · Rear: 150/70 R17 (Tube-Type Spoke Rim) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR8J-9E / DCPR8E × 2 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX14-BS / YTZ14S (12V 12.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 798 cc · 85 hp @ 7,500 rpm · 83 N·m (61.2 lb-ft) @ 5,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 880 mm (34.6 in) · 214 kg (472 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 16 L (4.2 US gal) · ~23.5 km/L → ~376 km (234 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 20,000 km / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 20,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Original K72 middleweight adventure bike powered by the 798cc 360-degree Rotax twin with an under-seat 16 L tank and right-side chain; facelifted in 2013 and Euro 4 E-Gas in 2017.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Features a unique third dummy connecting-rod balance arm; BMW specifies SAE 15W-50 JASO MA2 (2.9 L with spin-on filter HF160) to cushion big-end and balancer bearings.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Stock center-laced wire-spoke 21/17 rims require inner tubes—standard tubeless plug kits will not work on the trail without an aftermarket tubeless conversion.
- On 2008–2012 models, restricted oil cooling on the stator rotor can cook stator windings; monitor charging voltage (~14.2V) and upgrade to the vented post-2013 rotor if needed.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the BMW F 800 GS (K72 Rotax) (2008–2017) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 15W-50 (JASO MA2) at 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) drain-only and 2.9 L (3.06 US qt) with filter (11428562889 / HF160).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the F 800 GS (K72 Rotax), and what are its service intervals?
Hold the bike upright on level ground 2–3 minutes after shutdown, wipe the dipstick, and rest it on the filler threads without screwing it in (threading it in reads artificially high and risks oil starvation). Torque the drain plug to 40 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 10,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 20,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the F 800 GS (K72 Rotax)?
Equipped with 90/90-21 front and 150/70 R17 rear tube-type rims (mushroom/string plugs will not seal—carry spare inner tubes), set cold tire pressures to 32 / 36 PSI (220/250 kPa) solo or 35 / 41 PSI loaded. Seat height is 880 mm (34.6 in) at 214 kg wet weight, delivering ~376 km per 16 L tank.