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Refuel with a fuel meeting the listed spec-
ifications, continuing until fuel is no higher
than lower edge of filler neck 1 .
If refueling is carried out after running
on fuel reserve, the resulting filling ca-
pacity must be greater than the fuel reserve
so that the new fill level is detected and the
fuel reserve indicator light is switched off.
The "usable fuel quantity" specified in
the technical data is the fuel quantity,
which can be refueled if the fuel tank was
completely emptied, i.e., if the engine dies
off due to lack of fuel.
Usable fuel quantity
Approx. 4.2 gal (Approx. 16 l)
Fuel reserve
Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
Position the fuel tank sealing cap and
close off turning clockwise.
Lockable with fuel cap OE
Lock the fuel tank sealing cap using the
ignition key. Turn clockwise.
Pull the ignition key out and swivel the
protective cap over the tank lock.
SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANS-
PORTATION
Protect all components where tensioning
straps are routed from being scratched.
For example, use adhesive strips or soft
cloths.
ATTENTION
Motorcycle tips to the side when raising
Component damage cause by tipping over
Secure the motorcycle against tipping to
the side, preferably with the assistance
of a second person.
Push motorcycle onto transport surface,
and do not place on side stand.
Secure the motorcycle from tipping with
support from a second person.
ATTENTION
Pinching of components
Component damage
Do not pinch components, e.g. brake
lines or wiring harnesses.
Guide the tensioning strap over the steer-
ing head and tension it down.