BMW Motorrad R nineT, Rider'S Manual

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When driving in the rain and
through puddles.
After washing the motorcycle.
When driving on roads spread
with salt.
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.
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 additional 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 gaso-
line or gasoline with metallic
additives, e.g. manganese or
iron.
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