BMW K 1200 S, Rider'S Manual

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General information
About this Rider’s Manual
We have tried to make all the
information in this Rider’s
Manual easy to find. The
quickest access to a particular
topic or item is by consulting
the detailed index (
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149).
The first chapter of this Rider’s
Manual will provide you with an
initial overview of your motor-
cycle. When the time comes to
sell your BMW, please remem-
ber to hand over this Rider’s
Manual; it is an important part
of your motorcycle.
Symbols and
abbreviations used
Indicates warnings that
you must comply with –
for reasons of safety, the
safety of others and to
protect your motorcycle
against damage.
Special information on
operating and inspecting
your motorcycle as well as
maintenance and adjustment
procedures.
c Indicates the end of an
item of information.
• Instruction.
» Result of an activity.
(
b
4) Reference to a page
with more detailed
information.
OE Optional equipment
Equipment available only
as a factory installed
option.
OA Optional accessories
can be purchased and
retrofitted at your autho-
rized BMW motorcycle
retailer.
EWS Electronic immobilizer.