BMW F 800 GT 2015, Rider'S Manual

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Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily.
After starting, ride off
immediately.
Modifications
ATTENTION
Modifications to the motor-
cycle (e.g. engine control
unit, throttle valves, clutch).
Damage to the affected parts,
failure of safety-relevant func-
tions. Damage caused by modifi-
cations invalidates the warranty.
Do not make any
modifications.
Observe checklist
Use the following checklist to
check your motorcycle at regu-
lar intervals.
Before every journey:
Function of the brake system
Function of the lighting and
signal system
Check clutch function (
95).
Check tire tread depth ( 96).
Firm seating of cases and lug-
gage
At every third refuelling stop:
without Electronic Suspension
Adjustment (ESA)
OE
Adjusting spring preload at rear
wheel (
49).
without Electronic Suspension
Adjustment (ESA)
OE
Adjust damping on rear wheel
(
50).
with Electronic Suspension Ad-
justment (ESA)
OE
Adjust the chassis ( 52).
Check engine oil level ( 89).
Check front brake pad thick-
ness (
91).
Check rear brake pad thickness
(
91).
Check front brake fluid level
(
92).
Checking rear brake fluid level
(
93).
Check coolant level ( 94).
Starting
Starting the engine
ATTENTION
Sufficient transmission gear-
box lubrication only when the
engine is running.
Transmission damage
Do not allow the motorcycle to
roll for longer periods or push it
over longer distances with the
engine switched off.
Switch on ignition.
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