F650/700/800GS - (2008 - 2016)
Product Compatibility
- BMW special edition chain oiler
- vSystem + Adapter SA-0097BL
- vSystem for USA models + Adapter SA-0178BL
- xSystem
- eSystem + Adapter SA-0178BL
- Lube Tube
- Dual Injector
- Scorpion Dual Injector
If you have purchased a 2019 eSystem or vSystem the adapter SA-0178BL should be included. Identify your kit contents here.
- Magnum HCR
- Go to vSystem Installation
- Go to vSystem Installation for USA models
- Go to eSystem Installation
- Go to Comments and Feedback
vSystem Installation
Step 1 - Find a vacuum source
Looking from the right side, there is a spigot at the bottom of the air box with a rubber cap. Pull the tab on the rubber cap downwards to remove the cap. Push the Vacuum Adapter Assembly (SA-0097) onto the spigot as far as it will go. Push the thin, black vacuum tubing into the vacuum damper elbow, and then push the vacuum damper firmly onto the barb of the vacuum adapter.
Step 2 - Find a place for the reservoir
The reservoir can be mounted to the frame. The more vertical the reservoir is mounted the better. Avoid positioning the reservoir completely horizontally, as this will limit the available range. Remember to avoid exhaust and engine components. For further information, see our easy step installation guide – Reservoir Positions.
Step 3 - Mount the dispenser and connect the system
The Dispenser assembly can be secured on the chain guard bolt using the small dispenser plate and clip. The delivery tubing can be routed along the swing arm using self - adhesive cable clips. See our easy step installation guide - Dispenser Positioning. The nib should lightly touch the face of the rear sprocket, with the slash cut facing outwards.
Note: Position tip of injector accurately - avoiding sprocket nuts and teeth.
Step 4 - Fill, prime and set up your vSystem
Once fitted, fill and prime the system and set the adjuster knob to ’prime’. Start the engine and turn the adjuster knob until a flow of between 1 and 2 drops per minute is achieved. Check the condition of your chain after a ride, and then adjust as required.
For best results clean your chain before fitting the Scottoiler using paraffin or similar. Then lightly oil the chain from the bottle using a rag or a brush, this allows the oil from the Scottoiler to reach both sides of the chain. 1 to 2 drops per minute will maintain this film of oil on the chain.
vSystem Installation for USA models
This installation requires the BMW GS dispenser adapter (SA-0610BL).
Step 1 - Find a vacuum source
There is a vacuum pipe from the inlet tract, leading to the "PURGE" valve. Cut this pipe and insert the 6mm Tee Connector. Push the thin black vacuum tubing into the Vacuum Damper elbow and push the elbow firmly onto the third leg of the Tee Connector.
Step 2 - Find a place for the reservoir
The reservoir can be mounted to the frame. The more vertical the reservoir is mounted the better. Avoid positioning the reservoir completely horizontally, as this will limit the available range. Remember to avoid exhaust and engine components. For further information, see our easy step installation guide – Reservoir Positions.
Step 3 - Mount the dispenser and connect the system
The Dispenser assembly can be secured on the chain guard bolt using the small dispenser plate and clip. The delivery tubing can be routed along the swing arm using self - adhesive cable clips. See our easy step installation guide - Dispenser Positioning. The nib should lightly touch the face of the rear sprocket, with the slash cut facing outwards.
Step 4 - Fill, prime and set up your vSystem
Once fitted, fill and prime the system and set the adjuster knob to ’prime’. Start the engine and turn the adjuster knob until a flow of between 1 and 2 drops per minute is achieved. Check the condition of your chain after a ride, and then adjust as required.
For best results clean your chain before fitting the Scottoiler using paraffin or similar. Then lightly oil the chain from the bottle using a rag or a brush, this allows the oil from the Scottoiler to reach both sides of the chain. 1 to 2 drops per minute will maintain this film of oil on the chain.
eSystem Installation
This installation requires the BMW GS dispenser adapter (SA-0610BL).
Step 1 - Find a place for the display
The Display Bracket (Part 5) can be rotated through 360° to give 4 mounting options and can also be flipped to provide 4 further options. The bracket can be secured to any M5/M6 bolt e.g. brake or clutch lever, brake cylinder or fairing mountings, in some cases you might need to trim the supplied bolt. It is possible to bend the bracket to shape, do so before fitting the Display Unit, part 1, to prevent damage to the unit. Alternatively, the sticky fasteners (Part 4) can be used to securely fasten the Display Unit to any flat surface e.g. the fork yokes.
Step 2 - Find a space for the reservoir
The reservoir can be mounted to the frame. The more vertical the reservoir is mounted the better. Avoid positioning the reservoir completely horizontally, as this will limit the available range. Remember to avoid exhaust and engine components. For further information, see our easy step installation guide – Reservoir Positions.
Step 3 - Mount dispenser on your rear sprocket
The Dispenser assembly can be secured on the chain guard bolt using the small dispenser plate and clip. The delivery tubing can be routed along the swing arm using self - adhesive cable clips. See our easy step installation guide - Dispenser Positioning. The nib should lightly touch the face of the rear sprocket, with the slash cut facing outwards.
Step 4 - Connect system to your battery
The eSystem must be wired directly to the battery. Attach the red wire to the +ve terminal and attach the black wire to the -ve terminal.
If you want to learn more about the eSystem Battery Connection and Power Consumption please click here.
Step 5 - Fill, prime, and set up your new eSystem
Once fitted, fill the REP and prime the pump. Attach the delivery tubing and prime until the oil reaches the rear sprocket and then install the check valve. Do not install the check valve until the delivery tubing is full.
For further information you can also watch our installation video that shows the setup steps. How to fill and prime my eSystem?
Set the flow rate, using the ’Driving Screen’ on the Display Unit, to 60-70 seconds per drop (s/dp), check the condition of your chain after a ride, and adjust as required.
Your Comments and Feedback
We would love to hear about your experience. Maybe you have found a better way to install the Scottoiler? A neater way to route the tubing or hide the reservoir? Maybe you even have a better picture of your installation? Our model-specific installation guides live off your tips, ideas and photos. Help us to help all motorcyclists. E-mail us at technical@scottoiler.com