BMW R 1200 GS 2003, Rider'S Manual

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Battery maintenance instructions
Your motorcycle is supplied
with a maintenance-free
battery.
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Attention:
Compliance with the points
below is important in order to
maximise battery life:
– Keep the surface of the bat-
tery clean and dry
– Do not attempt to open the
battery
– Do not attempt to top up the
battery with water
– Be sure to read and comply
with the instructions for
charging the battery on the
next pages
– Do not turn the battery upside
down.
Correct upkeep, recharging
and storage will prolong the life
of the battery and are essential
if warranty claims are to be
considered.
Charging the battery when
installed and connected
The battery has to be charged
at regular four-weekly intervals
if the motorcycle is laid up for a
lengthy period.
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Attention:
If the battery is not disconnect-
ed, the on-board electronics
(clock, etc.) will drain the bat-
tery. This can cause the battery
to run flat. If this happens,
warranty claims will not be
accepted.
It is advisable to disconnect the
battery if the motorcycle is go-
ing to be off the road for a
lengthy period.
If the battery is completely flat it
must always be recharged di-
rectly at the terminals. In order
to recharge the battery in this
way, it is essential to discon-
nect it from the on-board elec-
trical systems.