BMW R 1200 GS 2003, Rider'S Manual

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Attention:
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily or for prolonged
periods of time
– risk of overheating or fire.
Ride away immediately after
starting the engine.
To avoid overheating the air-
cooled engine and possible
damage as a result, avoid even
short warming-up periods at a
standstill.
Avoid high engine speeds after
a cold start.
L
Note:
The start attempt is automati-
cally interrupted if battery volt-
age is too low.
Before trying again: recharge
the battery.
L
Note:
Do not turn the throttle twistgrip
when starting the engine.
At ambient temperatures below
0 °C (32 °F), switch on the igni-
tion and pull the lever to disen-
gage the clutch when starting
the engine.
• Press starter pushbutton 1
– The engine will then start
• Observe instruments and dis-
play for warnings and infor-
mation (
b
20-25)
Starting
1