BMW Motorrad R 1250RT, Rider'S Manual

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Tampering
ATTENTION
Tampering with the motor-
cycle (e.g. engine manage-
ment ECU, throttle valves,
clutch)
Damage to the affected parts,
failure of safety-relevant func-
tions, voiding of warranty
Do not tamper with the
vehicle in any way that could
result in tuned performance.
REGULAR CHECK
Comply with checklist
At regular intervals, use the
checklist below to check your
motorcycle.
Always before riding off
Check operation of the brake
system ( 204).
Check operation of the lights
and signalling equipment.
Check operation of the clutch
( 209).
Check the tyre tread depth
( 212).
Check the tyre pressures
( 211).
Check security of cases and
luggage.
without Dynamic ESA OE
Adjust the spring preload for
the rear wheel ( 151).
Adjust the damping for the
rear wheel ( 152).
Every 3rd refuelling stop
Check the engine oil level
( 203).
Check the brake pad thick-
ness, front brakes ( 205).
Check the brake pad thick-
ness, rear brakes ( 206).
Check the brake-fluid level,
front brakes ( 207).
Check the brake-fluid level,
rear brakes ( 208).
Check the coolant level
( 209).
STARTING
Starting engine
Switch on the ignition ( 62).
Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
( 160)
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. ( 161)
DTC self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. ( 161)
Select neutral or, if a gear is
engaged, pull the clutch lever.
You cannot start the mo-
torcycle with the side
stand extended and a gear en-
gaged. The engine will switch
itself off if you start it with the
gearbox in neutral and then en-