BMW Motorrad K 1600 GT, Rider'S Manual

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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
temperature.
Check that the engine is at op-
erating temperature, make sure
the ground is level and firm
and place the motorcycle on its
centre stand.
Allow the engine to idle until
the fan starts up, then allow it
to idle one minute longer.
Switch off the engine and wait
for about one minute to allow
the oil to drain into the sump.
Wipe the area around the oil
filler neck clean.
Remove oil dipstick 1 and wipe
it with a clean, dry cloth.
Seat the oil dipstick on the oil
filler neck, but do not engage
the threads.
Remove the oil dipstick and
check the oil level.
Engine oil, specified level
Between MIN and MAX marks
(Engine at regular operating
temperature)
Engine oil, quantity for
topping up
max 0.5 l (Difference between
MIN and MAX)
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