A comprehensive, step-by-step demonstration of a routine oil service on a BMW F800ST, including spark plug and filter changes, and a handy tip for a common seat problem on this model.
This is one of the best TH-cam videos on how to do a motorcycle service that I have ever seen. Bravo and thank you I just bought a 2011 it's only got 5,400 mi on it so I don't think I'm going to need to be doing any of this for a while but I definitely save this video thank you
Thank as for the video. I own a yellow f800s since 14 years ago. It is a marvellous bike, good for every kind of use. Nimble in the city, fully enjoyable on twisty roads. Always comfortable. It is an smart choose.
Just wanted to make a comment about how much oil the bike actually requires. You need to remember that if you are removing your old filter and starting with a new filter that new filter is going to absorb and fill up with a substantial amount of oil. So you should start the engine let it run for a minute or two and then check your oil level. I believe this guy forgot to mention that information
Very detailed and useful video! Thanks! Just one thing: The choice of the oil depends on the avaiability, depending on the brand used, synthetic can be a good option, mineral oil of a bad brand does more damage than any other, synthetic or semi-synthetic. I use a semi-sinthetic that costs 18 euros per Liter, around 23 dollars, to give you a comparison.
That's an expensive oil. The Castrol I use works out at about €12.50 per litre. I used to use the mineral version, but that is hard to come by lately, so I've started using the semi-synthetic.
Question: did you (have to) adjust the gap of the spark plugs? Also, did you use a torque wrench to tighten them? If so, how much torque? Anyone? Otherwise, great vid, thanks!!!
Thank you for this well-made and very informative video! I am considering buying a 2008 F800ST, It is really good to know that I can easily do a minor service. Do you have advice on resetting the "service needed" warning light? Do I have to have the GS-911diagnostic tool to do that?
Just noticed these sidelights. I was told i could not fit those on my F800ST since I haven't got the crashbars. Could anyone point out to me where I might find these?
The seat comes off by using the same key for the ignition. There is a key slot to the left of the brake light, simply turn the key while lifting the rear end of the seat, then slide it out of the front catch by moving it towards the rear end of the bike. Anyone using the bike should have picked this up in the user manual or in regular use, and since it is not a technical issue, it was excluded from the video for the sake of brevity. I hope you figure it out, there's a handy helmet catch under the seat too. Look it up.
I can never tell where my oil level is. No matter how I attempt to pull out the stick, I can never see a definitive line of oil, it just always looks covered. I wish the F800ST had a window like the 1200 bikes usually do. Are there any tips to actually see a line of oil on the dip stick?
I know what you mean, it can be difficult to see the oil mark especially when the oil is clean or the engine is still warm, as well as the brand and viscosity of the oil you use. All I can advise is to insert and remove the stick slowly when cold and have the bike on its main stand. If you're not using Castrol Power 1, I would suggest you try it. I hate endorsing big companies for free, but it definitely makes a difference to gearbox smoothness and it is a mineral oil as stipulated in the fluid specifications. Hope this helps.
This is one of the best TH-cam videos on how to do a motorcycle service that I have ever seen. Bravo and thank you I just bought a 2011 it's only got 5,400 mi on it so I don't think I'm going to need to be doing any of this for a while but I definitely save this video thank you
Fantastic video! I just acquired my first BMW (2007 f800st), and I appreciate people making such informative content. Ride safe friend!
Thank as for the video. I own a yellow f800s since 14 years ago. It is a marvellous bike, good for every kind of use. Nimble in the city, fully enjoyable on twisty roads. Always comfortable. It is an smart choose.
I don't even own this bike and I was drawn to watch. Great video and very detailed.
Superb! You know what you are doing. I bought a 2007 F800ST. So glad these videos have been done. Thanks mate. Great learning experience.
Hi, I just bought my BMW F800ST late summer in 2019. I am really thankful for your well made video.
Just wanted to make a comment about how much oil the bike actually requires. You need to remember that if you are removing your old filter and starting with a new filter that new filter is going to absorb and fill up with a substantial amount of oil. So you should start the engine let it run for a minute or two and then check your oil level. I believe this guy forgot to mention that information
Мужик спасибо тебе большое, что не пожалел время на это, я только сегодня купил себе f800st!!!!
Short, concise, clear audio, meaningful text pointers. All in all a great review, very efficient just like ze german creators of this bike :3
The way you talk and edit is great, keep it up.
Very detailed and useful video! Thanks! Just one thing: The choice of the oil depends on the avaiability, depending on the brand used, synthetic can be a good option, mineral oil of a bad brand does more damage than any other, synthetic or semi-synthetic. I use a semi-sinthetic that costs 18 euros per Liter, around 23 dollars, to give you a comparison.
That's an expensive oil. The Castrol I use works out at about €12.50 per litre. I used to use the mineral version, but that is hard to come by lately, so I've started using the semi-synthetic.
@@clearskiesahead synthetic oil works a lot better, especially in high temperatures. Don't spare on lubrication ;)
How much oil do i need to put in ? My dipstick broke 🤔
Great video, couldnt have asked for anything better
Thanks for posting this. I'm thinking of buying one of these and your video really helps!
Mine (a 2010) has a 10mm 'female' Hex (aka allen wrench) for the sump nut. But then, I bought it in Germany, about 2 miles from their headquarters. :)
Great video ! Thanks for your time and talent.
Thanks mate, just bought one. Low mileage, not looking forward to doing the plugs or gaps!
Great maintenance video. Thanks for sharing and showing!!! 🏍 👌🏼🤙🏼
Very helpful, thank you! Used the video before going over all the things you describe. 2007 BMW F800ST
Actually, it's always good practice to use new washers. They don't cost anything and make sure you'll never leak past the seals.
On all the cars and bikes I've owned I've never used new sump plug washers. Not one has leaked.
Question: did you (have to) adjust the gap of the spark plugs? Also, did you use a torque wrench to tighten them? If so, how much torque? Anyone? Otherwise, great vid, thanks!!!
Thank you for this well-made and very informative video! I am considering buying a 2008 F800ST, It is really good to know that I can easily do a minor service. Do you have advice on resetting the "service needed" warning light? Do I have to have the GS-911diagnostic tool to do that?
Beautiful explanation
Beautiful video thanks for the tutorial, 👍👍
just what I needed! thanks a million meneer!
Amazing tutorial
excellent thank you ! i dont mind working on cars but for some reason bikes scare me lol
Great video!
Thanks for posting this!
Great video. Thank you.
correct oil is 15W50 100% synthetic
Thank you - very well done and helpful!
It's better to use a breaker bar, rather than the socket wrench, that way you don't put too much stress on the wrench mechanism.
Very interesting video .. thank you
great video, ty.
How many houres did the hole job taken?
just bought a 2007 one. Nice job ! Did you say to stay away from synthetic oil ???
As per the user manual, yes.
SAE 15w50 is now prefered, right?
Brilliant ! ... Thank You
Just noticed these sidelights. I was told i could not fit those on my F800ST since I haven't got the crashbars. Could anyone point out to me where I might find these?
15w-50 oil recomended!!!
15W-40 in my manual. Good luck trying to find it in Ireland though.
@@clearskiesahead Motul makes it, fully synthetic and available here in the US.
I see that you removed the mirror (but didn't mention it) when you removed the upper fairing. Is that necessary?
Yes, the mirror fixture also fixes the fairing to the frame.
great how to video!
Well done
Thanks you.
What filter is that
Imagine my face at min 3:13 when I thought the reason why I was watching the video (seat removal) is just not here 🤣
The seat comes off by using the same key for the ignition. There is a key slot to the left of the brake light, simply turn the key while lifting the rear end of the seat, then slide it out of the front catch by moving it towards the rear end of the bike. Anyone using the bike should have picked this up in the user manual or in regular use, and since it is not a technical issue, it was excluded from the video for the sake of brevity. I hope you figure it out, there's a handy helmet catch under the seat too. Look it up.
Great video but turned me off looking into getting a F800ST. Seems overly complicated to do regular maintenance.
I can never tell where my oil level is. No matter how I attempt to pull out the stick, I can never see a definitive line of oil, it just always looks covered. I wish the F800ST had a window like the 1200 bikes usually do. Are there any tips to actually see a line of oil on the dip stick?
I know what you mean, it can be difficult to see the oil mark especially when the oil is clean or the engine is still warm, as well as the brand and viscosity of the oil you use. All I can advise is to insert and remove the stick slowly when cold and have the bike on its main stand. If you're not using Castrol Power 1, I would suggest you try it. I hate endorsing big companies for free, but it definitely makes a difference to gearbox smoothness and it is a mineral oil as stipulated in the fluid specifications. Hope this helps.
clearskiesahead which one is the main stand on BMW F800 S/ST? Because usually the side stand is main and the other is always optional
The main stand is the one with two feet, which leaves the bike vertical.
The manual says to read the oil without twisting in the dip stick. If you're twisting it in then you cannot get a good reading.
wtf you got to pull half the bike apart for new plugs ....bmw should of made a smaller boxer engine
NB cheik oil level with hot engine ! !
24 mil spanna
Clean the bike please :-)
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