don't let one tank of bad fuel end your trip

a bit of warning on F800GS ... since it's not equipped with knock sensors. there is nothing except operator to stop engine from destroying itself from detonation.

In the unlikely event you get a bad load of fuel. say a home reseller, accidentally mixes kerosene with gas? this warning apply even after a remap allowing use of 91 octane (ron)

detonation can destroy your engine in short order. especially if one has ear plugs and full helmet on. And most importantly not knowing to listen for engine knocks. Don't keep on riding after getting a load of bad fuel.

if after a refuel, engine starts to run abnormal ... significant loss of power ... STOP! don't keep on riding. take your helmet/ear plugs off and listen to engine carefully. LIGHTLY apply throttle and listen for engine detonation (knocks) a tiny bit of detonation like applying throttle in too high a gear will not hurt your motor.

should be simple to fix ...drain bad fuel ... put in good gas and be on your way. vs keep on riding and destroy your engine. IHMO BMW should have never designed a 12:1 compression GS bike without knock sensors.

have tried my best to write this warning without going into technical mumbo jumbo.
here's a few links for those that need more details.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engine_knocking

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showt...=711997&page=3

http://faq.f650.com/GSFAQs/FuelInjectionFAQ.htm

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=650877

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