BMW Motorrad R 1250RT, Rider'S Manual

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WARNING
Unusual ride characterist-
ics when engine running in
emergency-operation mode
Risk of accident
Avoid accelerating sharply
and overtaking.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has dia-
gnosed a fault. In exceptional
cases, the engine stops and re-
fuses to start. Otherwise, the
engine runs in emergency op-
erating mode.
You can continue to ride, but
bear in mind that the usual
engine performance might
not be available.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Serious fault in engine control
flashes red.
Serious fault in the
engine control! Rid-
ing at mod. speed pos.
Damage possible. Have
checked by workshop.
WARNING
Engine damage when run-
ning in emergency-operation
mode
Risk of accident
Ride slowly, avoid accelerat-
ing sharply and overtaking.
If possible, have the vehicle
picked up and have the
fault rectified by a specialist
workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad
Retailer.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has
diagnosed a fault which may
cause severe secondary faults.
The engine is in emergency-op-
eration mode.
It is possible to continue to
ride but not recommended.
Avoid high load and rpm
ranges if possible.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Tyre pressure
with tyre pressure control
(RDC) OE