BMW R 1200 GS 2014, Rider'S Manual

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In these cases, the motorcycle
can also flip end over end.
Heavy braking can lead to
the rear wheel lifting off the
ground.
When braking, bear in mind
that the ABS control cannot
always be relied on to prevent
the rear wheel from lifting off the
ground.
What are the design
characteristics of the
BMW Motorrad Integral
ABS?
The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
ensures driving stability on any
surface within the limits of driv-
ing physics. The system is not
optimized for special require-
ments resulting under extreme
weather conditions offroad or on
the racetrack. Handling should
be adopted to driving skills and
road conditions.
Special situations
To detect the tendency of the
wheels to lock up, the speeds
of the front and rear wheel are
compared. If implausible values
are detected over a longer period
of time, the ABS function is de-
activated for safety reasons and
an ABS fault is indicated. A self-
diagnosis routine must be com-
pleted before the error will be
displayed.
In addition to problems on the
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS,
unusual driving conditions can
also lead to a fault code:
Heating up on the main or aux-
iliary stand at idle or with gear
engaged
Rear wheel locked-up for a
longer period of time by en-
gine brake, e.g. when riding
downhill on slippery surfaces.
Should a fault code occur due to
an unusual driving condition, the
ABS function can be reactivated
by switching the ignition off and
then on again.
How important is regular
maintenance?
Any technical system is al-
ways only as good as its
maintenance.
To ensure that the ABS is in a
properly maintained condition, it
is vital that the specified service
intervals be observed.
Reserves for safety
But remember: the potentially
shorter braking distances which
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per-
mits must not be used as an ex-
cuse for careless riding. ABS is
primarily a means of ensuring a
safety margin in genuine emer-
gencies.
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