BMW Motorrad S 1000 R 2020, Rider'S Manual

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194 MAINTENANCE
Insert the right-hand adjust-
ment plate 1 into the swing-
ing arm.
Lubricate the quick-release
axle 2 .
Lubricant
Optimoly TA
Raise the rear wheel and in-
stall the quick-release axle 2
through the adjustment plate
and into the brake caliper car-
rier and rear wheel.
Make sure that the quick-re-
lease axle meets the recess
for mounting flats.
Insert the left-hand adjust-
ment plate 1 .
Install the axle nut 2 with
washer, but do not tighten
it yet.
Remove the rear-wheel stand.
WARNING
Brake pads do not contact
the brake disc
Risk of accident due to de-
layed braking effect.
Before driving off, check
that the braking effect kicks
in without any delay.
Engage the brakes repeatedly
until the brake pads make
contact with the discs.
Adjusting chain sag (
196).