BMW Motorrad S 1000 R 2020, Rider'S Manual

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Descending mountain passes
WARNING
Braking should be done pre-
dominantly using the rear
wheel brake when riding on
downhill routes
Loss of braking effect, de-
struction of the brakes due to
overheating
Apply the front and rear
wheel brake and use the
engine brake.
Wet, soiled brakes
Moisture and dirt on the brake
discs and the brake pads result
in a decrease in the braking
effect.
Delayed or poorer braking ef-
fect must be expected in the
following situations:
When riding in the rain and
through puddles.
After washing the motorcycle.
When riding on roads spread
with salt.
After working on the brakes
due to oil or grease residues.
When riding 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.
ABS Pro
Physical riding limits
WARNING
Braking in curves
Danger of falling despite
ABS Pro
The rider is always respon-
sible for adapting his/her
driving style.
Do not reduce the system's
extra safety margin with
careless riding or unneces-
sary risks.
ABS Pro is activated in
the
RAIN
,
ROAD
and
DYNAMIC
riding modes.
Falling cannot be excluded
Although ABS Pro and Dynamic
Brake Control represent valu-
able support and an enormous
safety advantage for the rider
when braking in an inclined po-
sition, they by no means rede-