BMW Motorrad K 1600GT 2018, Rider'S Manual

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tems. You can obtain additional
information from your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Charge battery when
connected
ATTENTION
Charging the battery that is
connected to the vehicle via
the battery terminals
Damage to the on-board elec-
tronics
Disconnect the battery at
the battery terminals before
charging.
ATTENTION
Recharging a fully
discharged battery via the
power socket or extra socket
Damage to the vehicle electron-
ics
If a battery has discharged to
the extent that it is completely
flat (battery voltage less than
12 V, indicator lights and mul-
tifunction display remain off
when the ignition is switched
on) always charge the
discon-
nected battery with the char-
ger connected directly to the
battery terminals.
ATTENTION
Unsuitable chargers connec-
ted to a socket
Damage to charger and vehicle
electronics
Use suitable BMW chargers.
The suitable charger is
available from your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Charge via the charging socket,
with the battery connected
to the motorcycle's on-board
electrical system.
NOTICE
The motorcycle's on-board elec-
tronics know when the battery
is fully charged. The on-board
socket is switched off when this
happens.
Comply with the operating in-
structions of the charger.
NOTICE
If you are unable to charge the
battery through the on-board
socket, you may be using a char-
ger that is not compatible with
your motorcycle's electronics. If
this happens, charge the battery
directly at the terminals of the
battery that is disconnected from
the vehicle.
Charging battery when
disconnected
Charge the battery using a
suitable charger.
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