compartments. This applies in
particular to electronic devices
such as mobile phones and MP3
players.
Refer to the operating instruc-
tions of your electronic devices
for possible usage restrictions.
In summer, do not place
heat-sensitive objects in the
stowage compartments.
Clutch
Adjusting clutch lever
Changing the position of
the clutch-fluid reservoir
can allow air to penetrate the
clutch system.
Do not turn the handlebar fitting
on the handlebar.
Adjusting the clutch lever
while driving can lead to
accidents.
Only adjust the clutch lever when
the motorcycle is stationary.
Turn adjusting screw
1
clock-
wise to increase distance be-
tween clutch lever and handle-
bar grip.
Turn adjusting screw
1
coun-
terclockwise to decrease dis-
tance between clutch lever and
handlebar grip.
The adjusting screw can be
turned more easily if you
press the clutch lever forward
when doing so.
The anti-hopping function
of the clutch can cause the
clutch lever to pulsate briefly in
some situations (e.g. variation of
load).
Brakes
Adjusting handbrake lever
Changing the position of
the brake-fluid reservoir can
allow air to penetrate the brake
system.
Do not turn the handlebar fitting
on the handlebar.
Adjusting the handbrake
lever while driving can lead
to accidents.
Only adjust the handbrake
lever when the motorcycle is
stationary.
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Operation
Summary of Contents for K 1600 GTL
Page 1: ...BMW Motorrad Rider s Manual US Model K 1600 GTL The Ultimate Riding Machine ...
Page 6: ...Confirmation of mainte nance work 155 Confirmation of service 160 12 Index 162 ...
Page 10: ...1 8 z General instructions ...
Page 12: ...2 10 z Overviews ...
Page 14: ...2 12 z Overviews ...
Page 42: ...3 40 z Status indicators ...
Page 96: ...6 94 z Technology in detail ...
Page 108: ...7 106 z Accessories ...
Page 134: ...8 132 z Maintenance ...
Page 163: ...Work carried out Odometer reading Date 11 161 z Service ...