BMW R 1200 GS -, Rider'S Manual

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Do not fill the tank past the
bottom edge of the filler neck.
NOTICE
When refuelling after running on
reserve, make sure that you top
up the tank to a level above re-
serve, as otherwise the new level
will not be registered and the fuel
warning light indicating that the
level is down to reserve will not
be switched off.
NOTICE
The "usable fuel capacity" spe-
cified in the technical data is the
quantity that the fuel tank could
hold if refilled after it had been
run dry and the engine had cut
out due to a lack of fuel.
Usable fuel capacity
approx. 20 l
Reserve fuel
approx. 4 l
Press the fuel tank cap down
firmly to close.
Remove the ignition key and
close the protective cap.
Refuelling
with Keyless Ride OE
Requirement
The steering lock is disengaged.
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.
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