BMW R 1200 GS -, Rider'S Manual

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Recommended fuel
grade
Super unleaded (max. 10 %
ethanol, E10)
95 ROZ/RON
89 AKI
Alternative fuel grade
Regular unleaded (Power- and
consumption-related restric-
tions. If e.g. the engine is
to be operated in countries
with low fuel grades at 91 re-
search octane number, then
the motorcycle must first be
programmed appropriately at
your authorised BMW mo-
torcycle dealer.) (max. 10 %
ethanol, E10)
91 ROZ/RON
87 AKI
Refuelling
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable
Risk of fire and explosion
Do not smoke. Never bring
a naked flame near the fuel
tank.
WARNING
Escape of fuel due to heat-
induced expansion if fuel
tank is overfilled
Risk of falling
Do not overfill the fuel tank.
ATTENTION
Wetting of plastic surfaces
by fuel
Damage to the surfaces (surfaces
become unsightly or dull)
Clean plastic surfaces immedi-
ately after contact with fuel.
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its centre stand.
Open the protective cap 2 .
Use ignition key 1 to unlock
fuel filler cap by turning it
clockwise, and flip the cap
open.
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