BMW 2013 K 1600GTL Exclusive, Rider'S Manual

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Phase 2
Checking the diagnosable
system components while
driving. The engine must be
running and the motorcycle
must reach a speed of at
least 3 mph (5 km/h) in order
for DTC self-diagnosis to
complete.
DTC warning light flashes
slowly.
DTC self-diagnosis
completed
The DTC symbol is no longer
displayed.
If a DTC error is indicated after
the DTC self-diagnosis is com-
pleted:
It remains possible to continue
riding. It must be noted that
the DTC function is not avail-
able.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Breaking in
Engine
While running in the motorcy-
cle, vary the throttle opening
and engine-speed range fre-
quently; avoid driving for long
periods at a constant speed.
Try to do most of your rid-
ing during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-
ing highways if possible.
Observe the engine run-in
speeds.
Engine run-in speed
<5000 min
-1
(Odometer read-
ing 0...186 miles (0...300 km))
<6000 min
-1
(Odometer
reading 186...621 miles
(300...1000 km))
Engine run-in speed
No full throttle (Odometer
reading 0...621 miles
(0...1000 km))
Have first run-in check con-
ducted after 300 - 750 mls
(500 - 1,200 km).
Brake pads
New brake pads must be run in
before they achieve their opti-
mum friction force. This initial
reduction in braking efficiency
can be compensated for by ex-
erting greater pressure on the
brake levers.
New brake pads can extend
stopping distance by a sig-
nificant margin.
Brake early.
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