BMW Motorrad R 18, Rider'S Manual

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Wet, soiled brakes
Moisture and dirt on the brake discs and the
brake pads result in a decrease in the brak-
ing effect.
Delayed or poorer braking effect must be
expected in the following situations:
When riding in the rain and through pud-
dles.
After washing the vehicle.
When driving on roads with salt spread on
them.
After working on the brakes due to oil or
grease residues.
When driving on soiled roads or offroad.
WARNING
Poorer braking action due to moisture
and dirt
Accident hazard
Brake until brakes are dry or clean; clean
if necessary.
Brake early until the full braking action is
available again.
SHIFTING WITH SHIFT PADDLE
with running board OE
Operating the shift paddle
When using running boards, the
gearshift lever cannot be operated by
lifting up by foot.
Upshifting is accomplished by using a shift
paddle.
Downshifting: Push gearshift lever 2 down
at position A .
Upshifting: Push gearshift lever 1 down at
position B .
PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE
Side stand
Switch off engine.
ATTENTION
Poor ground conditions in area of stand
Component damage cause by tipping over
Always check that the ground under the
stand is level and firm.
ATTENTION
Loading of the side stand with addi-
tional weight
Component damage cause by tipping over
Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is
parked on the side stands.
Fold out side stand and park motorcycle.
If the slope of the road permits, turn the
handlebars to the left.
On slopes point the motorcycle uphill and
engage 1st gear.
REFUELING
Fuel grade
Requirement
For optimal fuel consumption, the fuel
should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur
content.
ATTENTION
Refueling with leaded fuel
Damage to catalytic converter
Do not refuel with leaded gasoline or
gasoline with metallic additives, e.g.
manganese or iron.