BMW F 700 GS (K70) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
798cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin DOHC 8-Valve Rotax (75 hp) · Source: BMW F 700 GS (K70) (2013–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the BMW F 700 GS (K70) (2013–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2013–2017 BMW F 700 GS (K70) (chassis K70/0B01/0B51) 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 (110/80 R19) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (140/80 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: ~400 km (249 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: 110/80 R19 · Rear: 140/80 R17 (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| 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 · 75 hp @ 7,300 rpm · 77 N·m (56.8 lb-ft) @ 5,300 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 820 mm (32.3 in) · 209 kg (461 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 16 L (4.2 US gal) · ~25 km/L → ~400 km (249 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
Upgraded the earlier twin-cylinder F 650 GS in 2013 with dual front brake discs, standard ABS, shorter gearing, and 75 hp from the 798cc Rotax twin.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
BMW F-series parallel-twin family (F 750/800/850/900 GS/R/XR) using semi-dry-sump lubrication and spin-on filter HF160.