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RIDING
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
DTC self-diagnosis
The self-diagnosis routine
is determining whether
BMW Motorrad DTC is ready
for operation. The self-diagno-
sis runs automatically when you
switch on the ignition.
Phase 1
Checking system components
capable of diagnosis while
vehicle is at a standstill.
DTC indicator light flashes
slowly.
Phase 2
Checking system components
capable of diagnosis while
riding off.
DTC indicator light flashes
slowly.
DTC self-diagnosis completed
The DTC icon is no longer
displayed.
Watch all indicator lights on
the display.
DTC self-diagnosis not
completed
The DTC function is not
available, as the self-diagnosis
function has not been
completed. (To check wheel
speed sensors, motorcycle
must reach a minimum speed
with engine running: min
3 mph (min 5 km/h))
If a DTC fault is displayed after
the DTC self-diagnosis is com-
pleted:
You may continue riding.
Please note that the DTC
function is restricted or is not
available at all.
Have the malfunction
corrected as soon as possible
at a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
BREAKING IN
Engine
While running in the motorcy-
cle, vary the throttle opening
and engine-speed range fre-
quently; avoid driving for long
periods at a constant speed.
Choose curvy, slightly hilly
sections of road if possible.
Observe the engine run-in
speeds.
Summary of Contents for R 1250 GS 2020
Page 1: ...RIDER S MANUAL R 1250 GS BMW MOTORRAD MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
Page 8: ...GENERAL IN STRUCTIONS 01...
Page 18: ...OVERVIEWS 02...
Page 26: ...DISPLAYS 03...
Page 57: ...51...
Page 58: ...OPERATION 04...
Page 88: ...TFT DISPLAY 05...
Page 110: ...SETTING 06...
Page 124: ...RIDING 07...
Page 145: ...139 Tension all tensioning straps evenly so that the vehicle is securely fastened...
Page 146: ...TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL 08...
Page 166: ...MAINTENANCE 09...
Page 199: ...193...
Page 200: ...ACCESSORIES 10...
Page 219: ...213...
Page 220: ...CARE 11...
Page 226: ...TECHNICAL DATA 12...
Page 246: ...SERVICE 13...
Page 268: ...262 SERVICE Work performed Odometer reading Date...
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