BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive, Rider'S Manual

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Front brake-pad wear
limit
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Only friction material without
carrier plate. Wear markings
(grooves) must be clearly visi-
ble.)
If the wear indicators are no
longer clearly visible:
WARNING
Dropping below the minimum
pad thickness.
Reduced braking action. Damage
to the brake.
In order to ensure the operat-
ing reliability of the brake sys-
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their
minimum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
at an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Check rear brake pad
thickness
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Conduct a visual inspection of
the brake pad thickness. View-
ing direction: from below to-
ward brake pads
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