BMW R 1200 GS 2003, Rider'S Manual

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Placing motorcycle on
side stand
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Warning:
For safety reasons, never sit
on the motorcycle with the
side stand extended.
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Attention:
Stop the engine before using
the side stand.
Make sure the surface under
the stand is firm.
On a gradient, the motorcycle
should always face uphill;
select 1st gear.
• Switch off the ignition
• Pull the handbrake lever
• Hold the motorcycle upright
and balanced
• Use your left foot to extend
the side stand fully (arrow)
• Slowly lean the motorcycle to
the side until its weight is
taken by the stand and dis-
mount from the motorcycle
• Turn the handlebars to full left
lock (
b
29)
• Check that the motorcycle is
firmly supported
Parking