F650GS Clutch Job

Discussion in 'Parallel Universe' started by freewheelin frank, May 19, 2011.

  1. freewheelin frank

    freewheelin frank Motorsicle Journyman

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    BMW states that replacing the clutch on my 07' F650GS is a 6 hour job. I have never done it on this bike but I cant see it taking 6 hours. Am I missing something? Do I need special knowledge or tools from the planet Krypton or am I just being BaMboozaled? Any insight would be a great help.
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  2. Thorvald

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  3. freewheelin frank

    freewheelin frank Motorsicle Journyman

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    Oops, sorry, meant to post in Thumpers.
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  4. MCMXCIVRS

    MCMXCIVRS Long timer

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    Two hours would include the time to drink a beer while admiring your handiwork following the 30 minute test ride after you replaced the clutch. :lol3

    That is assuming you could keep the test ride that short :rofl:rofl

    The thumper is a lot more work since you have to remove the water pump which means draining the coolant and oil and requires removal of some of the plastic too.
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