BMW K 1200 Rsport, Rider'S Manual

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to complete before fault
messages can be issued.
In addition to problems with
the BMW Motorrad ABS, ex-
ceptional riding conditions
can lead to a fault message
being issued.
Exceptional riding
conditions:
Heating up with the motor-
cycle on the centre stand
or an auxiliary stand, en-
gine idling or with a gear
engaged.
Rear wheel locked by the
engine brake for a lengthy
period, for example while
descending off-road.
If a fault message is issued on
account of exceptional riding
conditions as outlined above,
you can reactivate the ABS
function by switching the igni-
tion off and on again.
What significance
devolves on regular
maintenance?
Invariably, a technical
system cannot perform
beyond the abilities dictated
by its level of maintenance.
In order to ensure that the
BMW Motorrad ABS is always
maintained in optimum condi-
tion, it is essential for you to
comply strictly with the spe-
cified inspection intervals.
Reserves for safety
The potentially shorter braking
distances which BMW Motor-
rad ABS permits must not be
used as an excuse for care-
less riding. ABS is primarily
a means of ensuring a safety
margin in genuine emergen-
cies.
Take care when cornering.
When you apply the brakes
on a corner, the motorcycle's
weight and momentum take
over and even BMW Motorrad
ABS is unable to counteract
their effects.
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