BMW Motorrad R 1200 GS 2012, Rider'S Manual

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The cable of the wheel-
speed sensor could chafe
through if it comes into contact
with the brake disc.
Make sure that the sensor
cable is routed correctly.
Make sure that the sensor
cable is routed as shown
here.
Removing rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its centre stand.
Engage first gear.
Parts of the exhaust system
can be hot.
Do not touch hot parts of the
exhaust system.
Remove studs 1 from the rear
wheel, while supporting the
wheel.
Roll the rear wheel out toward
the rear.
Installing rear wheel
Possible malfunctions when
ABS and ASC systems in-
tervene if non-standard wheels
are installed.
See the information on the effect
of wheel size on the ABS and
ASC systems at the start of this
chapter.
Threaded fasteners not
tightened to the specified
torque can work loose or their
threads can suffer damage.
Always have the security of the
fasteners checked by a specialist
workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Seat the rear wheel on the
rear-wheel adapter.
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