BMW F 700 GS, Rider'S Manual

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cause damage to the brake sys-
tem.
In order to ensure the dependab-
ility of the brake system, do not
permit the brake pads to wear
past the minimum permissible
thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Check brake-fluid level,
front brakes
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and hold the motor-
cycle upright.
with centre stand
OE
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its centre stand.
Move the handlebars to the
straight-ahead position.
A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can allow air
to penetrate the brake system.
This significantly reduces braking
efficiency.
Check the brake-fluid level at
regular intervals.
Check the brake fluid level in
front reservoir
1 .
Wear of the brake pads
causes the brake fluid level
in the reservoir to sink.
Brake fluid level, front
(visual inspection)
Brake fluid, DOT4
It is impermissible for the
brake fluid level to drop below
the MIN mark.
If the brake fluid level drops be-
low the permitted level:
Have the defect rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
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