BMW K 1600 GTL, Rider'S Manual

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and therefore to incorrect oil fill
quantities.
To ensure that the display of the
engine oil level is correct, only
check the oil level after a longer
trip.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle at
operating temperature on its
center stand.
Allow engine to idle until fan
starts up, then allow to con-
tinue running for an additional
minute.
Switch off the engine and wait
for about one minute to allow
the oil to drain into the sump.
Wipe area around oil fill loca-
tion clean.
Remove oil dipstick 1 and wipe
it with a clean, dry cloth.
Position oil dipstick on oil fill
location, but do not screw in.
Remove oil dipstick and read
off oil level.
Specified level of engine
oil
between MIN and MAX
marking
If oil level is below MIN mark:
Topping up engine oil ( 110).
If oil level is above MAX mark:
Have oil level corrected by
a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Install oil dipstick.
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