BMW Motorrad R nineT/5, Rider'S Manual

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Do not tamper with the vehicle
in any way that could result in
tuned performance.
Checklist
Comply with checklist
At regular intervals, use the
checklist below to check your
motorcycle.
Always before riding off
Check operation of the brake
system.
Check operation of the lights
and signalling equipment.
Check operation of the clutch
(
91).
Check the tyre tread depth
(
92).
Check the tyre pressure
(
91).
Check security of cases and
luggage.
Every 3rd refuelling stop
Check the engine oil level
(
85).
Check the front brake pad
thickness (
87).
Check the rear brake pad thick-
ness (
88).
Check the brake-fluid level,
front brakes (
89).
Check the brake-fluid level, rear
brakes (
90).
Starting
Starting engine
Switch on the ignition ( 38).
Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
(
65)
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. (
65)
Select neutral or, if a gear is
engaged, pull the clutch lever.
NOTICE
You cannot start the motorcycle
with the side stand extended and
a gear engaged. The engine will
switch itself off if you start it with
the gearbox in neutral and then
engage a gear before retracting
the side stand.
Cold starts and low temperat-
ures:
Pull the clutch lever.
Press the starter button 1 .
NOTICE
The start attempt is automatic-
ally interrupted if battery voltage
is too low. Recharge the battery
before you start the engine, or
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