BMW F 800 R 2010, Rider'S Manual

Page: 61 / 144

OFF
: engine speed warning
deactivated.
To save the setting made,
press and hold button
1 and
button 2 simultaneously until
the display changes.
Brakes
How is the shortest
braking distance
achieved?
The dynamic load distribution
between the front and rear wheel
changes during braking. The
heavier you brake, the more
the front wheel is loaded. The
greater the wheel load, the more
braking force can be transferred.
To achieve the shortest possible
braking distance, the front brake
must be applied quickly and with
increasing force. This optimally
utilizes the dynamic load increase
on the front wheel. At the same
time, the clutch should also be
actuated. With the "forced brak-
ing" often practiced in which
the brake pressure is generated
as quickly as possible and with
great force, the dynamic load
distribution cannot follow the
increased deceleration and the
braking force cannot be com-
pletely transferred to the road
surface. The front wheel can lock
up.
with BMW Motorrad ABS OE
Locking up of the front wheel is
prevented by the BMW Motorrad
ABS.
Descending mountain
passes
There is a danger of the
brakes fading if you use
only the rear brakes when
descending mountain passes.
Under extreme conditions, the
brakes could overheat and suffer
severe damage.
Use both front and rear brakes,
and make use of the engine's
braking effect as well.
Wet, soiled brakes
Moisture and dirt on the brake
disks and the brake pads result in
a decrease in the braking action.
Delayed or poorer braking action
must be expected in the follow-
ing situations:
When driving in the rain and
through puddles.
After washing the motorcycle.
When driving on roads spread
with salt.
After working on the brakes
due to oil or grease residues.
When driving on soiled roads
or offroad.
Poor braking action due to
moisture and dirt.
Brake until brakes are dry or
clean; clean if necessary.
5
59
z Riding