BMW R 1200 GS 2003, Rider'S Manual

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Laying up
• Clean the motorcycle
(
b
157)
• Remove the battery
(
b
153-154)
• Spray the brake and clutch
lever pivots and the main and
side stand pivots with a suita-
ble lubricant
• Coat bright metal/chrome-
plated parts with an acid-free
grease (e.g. Vaseline)
• Place the motorcycle on its
main stand in a dry room
• Support the motorcycle under
the engine so that the wheels
are not taking any weight
L
Note:
Before laying the vehicle up out
of use have the engine oil and
the oil filter element changed by
a specialist workshop, prefera-
bly your authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer.
It is always a good idea to com-
bine the preparations for a lay-
up and the post lay-up work
with a Service check or Inspec-
tion and have the work done by
a specialist workshop, prefera-
bly your authorised BMW mo-
torcycle dealer.
Laying up