BMW F 700 GS, Rider'S Manual

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Do not run the fuel tank dry
Do not attempt to start or run
the engine with a spark-plug
cap disconnected
Stop the engine immediately if
it misfires
Use only unleaded fuel
Comply with all specified main-
tenance intervals.
Unburned fuel will destroy
the catalytic converter.
Note the points listed for protec-
tion of the catalytic converter.
Risk of overheating
Cooling would be
inadequate if the engine
were allowed to idle for a lengthy
period with the motorcycle at
a standstill: overheating would
result. In extreme cases, the
motorcycle could catch fire.
Do not allow the engine to idle
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 vehicle
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 function
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)
Tension and lubrication of the
drive chain.
Starting
Start engine
Gearbox lubrication is en-
sured only when the engine
is running. Inadequate lubrication
can result in damage to the gear-
box.
Do not allow the motorcycle to
roll for a lengthy period of time or
push it a long distance with the
engine switched off.
Switch on the ignition.
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