BMW Motorrad R 1200R 2014, Rider'S Manual

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In addition to problems with the
BMW Motorrad ABS, exceptional
riding conditions can also cause
a fault message to be issued:
Heating up with the motorcycle
on the centre stand or an auxil-
iary stand, engine idling or with
a gear engaged.
Rear wheel locked by the en-
gine brake for a lengthy period,
for example while descending
on a loose or slippery surface.
If a fault message is issued on
account of exceptional riding
conditions, you can reactivate
the ABS function by switching
the ignition off and on again.
What significance
devolves on regular
maintenance?
WARNING
Brake system not regularly
serviced.
Risk of accident
In order to ensure that the ABS
is always maintained in op-
timum condition, it is essen-
tial for you to comply strictly
with the specified inspection
intervals.
Reserves for safety
The potentially shorter brak-
ing distances which ABS per-
mits must not be used as an ex-
cuse for careless riding. ABS is
primarily a means of ensuring a
safety margin in genuine emer-
gencies.
WARNING
Braking when cornering
Risk of accident despite ABS
Invariably, the rider bears re-
sponsibility for assessing road
and traffic conditions and ad-
opting his or her style of riding
accordingly.
Do not take risks that would
negate the additional margin of
safety offered by this system.
Evolution of ABS to
ABS Pro
with ABS Pro OE
Until now, the BMW Motorrad
ABS helped ensure a very high
degree of safety for braking
with the motorcycle upright
and travelling in a straight line.
Now ABS Pro offers enhanced
safety for braking in corners
as well. ABS Pro prevents the
wheels from locking even under
sharp braking. ABS Pro reduces
abrupt changes in steering
force, particularly in panic-
braking situations, counteracting
the vehicle's otherwise natural
but undesirable tendency to
straighten up.
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