BMW K1600GTL, Rider'S Manual

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General instructions
The 'Maintenance' chapter de-
scribes work involving the check-
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are
to be taken into account for
assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Information on additional main-
tenance and repair work is pro-
vided in the Repair Manual for
your vehicle on DVD, which you
can obtain from your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Special tools and thorough spe-
cialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work
described here. If you are in
doubt, consult an authorized
workshop, preferably your au-
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Onboard tool kit
Standard tool kit
1 Screwdriver handle
2 Reversible screwdriver in-
sert
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
Adjust damping on rear
wheel (
74).
3 Torx wrench, T25/T30
T25 on short end, T30 on
long end
Replace bulb for
high-beam headlight
(
141).
3 Adjusting shift lever
(
72).
Remove license-plate
carrier.
Engine oil
Check engine oil level
WARNING
Engine oil level too low.
Risk of an accident caused by
the engine blocking.
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
ATTENTION
The oil level varies with the
temperature of the oil. The
higher the temperature, the
higher the level of oil in the
sump.
Misinterpretation of the oil capac-
ity
8
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