BMW Motorrad K 1600 B 2021, Rider'S Manual

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182 MAINTENANCE
REAR-WHEEL STAND
Installing rear-wheel stand
The description of how to
fit the rear-wheel stand cor-
rectly will be found in the
instructions for the stand.
BMW Motorrad offers an aux-
iliary stand suitable for every
vehicle. Your BMW Motorrad
retailer will be happy to help
you with the selection of a
suitable auxiliary stand.
ENGINE OIL
Checking engine oil level
WARNING
Engine oil level low
Risk of accident as a result of
a blocked engine
Always make sure that the
oil level is correct.
ATTENTION
Misinterpretation of oil level
reading, because oil level is
temperature-dependent (the
higher the temperature, the
higher the oil level)
Engine damage
Check the oil level only after
a lengthy ride or when the
engine is at operating tem-
perature.
with centre stand
OE
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and with the engine
at operating temperature,
place the motorcycle on its
centre stand.
without centre stand
OE
ATTENTION
Vehicle toppling sideways
Risk of damage to parts if
vehicle topples
Secure the vehicle, prefer-
ably with the assistance of
a second person, so that it
cannot topple sideways.
Make sure the engine is at
operating temperature and
hold the motorcycle upright.