BMW Motorrad S 1000 R 2020, Rider'S Manual

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Unhook the cover for the li-
cense-plate carrier 1 and re-
move it in a downward mo-
tion.
Installing the license-plate car-
rier ( 146).
GEARSHIFT-PATTERN RE-
VERSER
Shift pattern for racing mode
For the racing mode, the shift
pattern can be reversed by
modifying the gearshift rod.
Shift pattern reversal means
that the gearshift lever must be
actuated upward for 1st gear
and downward for all other
gears. This is the opposite of
operation on public roads.
Reversing shift pattern
ATTENTION
Riding with shift pattern re-
versal on public roads
Expiry of operating license for
public roads
Do not use shift pattern re-
versal on public roads.
Clean the thread 1 .
Detach the protective cap 2
and slide it on the gearshift
rod 4 .
Remove the screw 3 with
washer.
Transfer the gearshift rod 4 to
the thread for the gearshift-
pattern reverser 1 .