BMW 2011 R 1200 GS, Rider'S Manual

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unnecessarily. Ride away imme-
diately after starting the engine.
Tampering
Tampering with motor-
cycle settings (e.g. elec-
tronic engine management unit,
throttle valves, clutch) can cause
damages to the components in
question and lead to failure of
safety-relevant functions. Dam-
age caused in this way is not
covered by the warranty.
Do not tamper with the motor-
cycle in any way that could result
in tuned performance.
Checklist
Use the following checklist to
check important functions, set-
tings and wear limits before you
ride off.
Brakes
Brake-fluid levels, front and rear
Clutch
Clutch fluid level
Damping-characteristic setting
and spring preload
Tyre-tread depth and tyre
pressures
Cases correctly installed and
luggage secured
At regular intervals:
Engine oil level (every refuelling
stop)
Brake-pad wear (every third
refuelling stop)
Starting
Starting engine
Kill switch in run position a .
Switch on the ignition.
Pre-ride check is performed.
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69)
with BMW Motorrad Integral
ABS II
OE
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. (
70)
with Automatic Stability Con-
trol
OE
ASC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. (
70)
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