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Engine oil, capacity
SAE 5W-40, API SJ/
JASO MA2, Additives (for
instance, molybdenum-
based substances) are
prohibited, because they
would attack the coatings
on engine components,
BMW Motorrad recommends
BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC
Ultimate oil.
Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4.0 l)
(with filter replacement)
If oil level is below minimum
mark:
Topping up the engine oil
(
151).
If oil level is above maximum
mark:
Have oil level corrected at a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Topping up the engine oil
Park motorcycle. Ensure that
the ground is firm and level.
Wipe the area around the oil
filler opening clean.
Remove cap 1 of oil filler open-
ing.
ATTENTION
Use of too little or too much
engine oil
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
Top up the engine oil to the
specified level.
Checking engine oil level
(
150).
Install cap of oil filler opening 1 .
Brake system
Checking function of
brakes
Actuate brake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
Press the footbrake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
If pressure points are not clearly
perceptible:
ATTENTION
Improper working on the
brake system
Endangering of the operating
safety of the brake system
Have all work on the brake sys-
tem carried out by experts.
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