BMW Motorrad R 1200R 2014, Rider'S Manual

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the DTC function is switched off.
Under these circumstances the
indicator for a DTC fault shows.
Self-diagnosis has to complete
before fault messages can be is-
sued.
Whereas in the RAIN and ROAD
riding modes, if the front wheel
starts to lift clear of the ground
the DTC reduces engine torque
and the front wheel quickly re-
gains contact with the ground, in
the DYNAMIC mode slight DTC-
assisted wheelies are possible.
The DTC can issue an error
message under the exceptional
riding conditions outlined below.
Exceptional riding
conditions:
Riding for a lengthy period with
the front wheel lifted off the
ground (wheelie).
Rear wheel rotating with the
vehicle held stationary by ap-
plying the front brake (burn-
out).
Heating up with the motorcycle
on an auxiliary stand, in neutral
or with a gear engaged.
Accelerating the motorcycle to
a defined minimum speed after
switching the ignition off and
then on again reactivates the
DTC.
Minimum speed for ac-
tivation of DTC
min 5 km/h
If the front wheel lifts clear of the
ground under severe accelera-
tion, the DTC reduces engine
torque until the front wheel re-
gains contact with the ground.
Under these circumstances,
BMW Motorrad recommends
rolling the throttle slightly closed
so as to restore stability with the
least possible delay.
When riding on a slippery sur-
face, never snap the throttle
twistgrip fully closed without
pulling the clutch at the same
time. Engine braking torque can
cause the rear wheel to skid, with
a corresponding loss of stability.
The DTC is unable to control a
situation of this nature.
Electronic Suspension
Adjustment (ESA)
with Dynamic ESA
OE
Dynamic ESA Possible
settings
Dynamic ESA enables you
to adjust your motorcycle's
suspension to suit the load and
the road conditions.
By interpreting ride height sensor
signals, Dynamic ESA detects
movements in the chassis and
suspension and responds by ad-
justing the damper valves. The
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