BMW R 1200 GS 2003, Rider'S Manual

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Warning:
Try not to open or close the
throttle abruptly, particularly
on wet or slippery roads.
Engine speed
Do not use the high end of the
engine-revolutions range in any
gear unless the engine is at
operating temperature
When the revolution counter
needle enters the red zone on
the dial, the fuel supply is inter-
rupted in order to protect the
engine against overspeeding.
The governor cuts in at
7,900 rpm.
Gear shifts