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General information
About this Rider’s Manual
We have tried to make all the
information in this Rider’s
Manual easy to find.
The quickest access to a par-
ticular topic or item is by con-
sulting the detailed alphabetical
index at the end. The first chap-
ter of this Rider’s Manual will
provide you with an initial over-
view of your motorcycle.
When the time comes to sell
your BMW, please remember to
hand over this Rider’s Manual; it
is, by law, an important part of
the vehicle.
Symbols and
abbreviations
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Warning:
This symbol indicates pre-
cautions and measures which
are essential in protecting the
rider and other persons from
severe or fatal injury.
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Attention:
Instructions and precautions
specifically intended to prevent
damage to the motorcycle. Dis-
regarding them may render the
warranty invalid.
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Note:
Special information on operat-
ing and inspecting your motor-
cycle as well as maintenance
and adjustment procedures.
Summary of Contents for R 1200 GS 2003
Page 1: ...BMW Motorrad Rider s Manual R 1200 GS...
Page 2: ......
Page 12: ...10 i Introduction Contents...
Page 28: ...2 26 Status indicators...
Page 92: ...4 90 Riding...
Page 93: ...1 5 91 Accessories General instructions Power sockets 12 V Luggage system...
Page 104: ...5 102 Accessories...
Page 105: ...6 103 Arrive safely Reliable operation Service worldwide Training means extra safety...
Page 164: ...8 162 Care...
Page 190: ...188 Service 10...
Page 198: ...196 i Index W Z Wheels 119 120 121 124 not approved 120 Wheels technical data 169...